AAF of Des Moines is a dynamic, growing organization dedicated to professional development and networking in Des Moines and Central Iowa. Quoting our bylaws, the object of this organization shall be to foster higher standards of practice in advertising, to expand recognition of advertising, to further the personal and professional knowledge of persons in advertising, and to promote good fellowship among advertising persons. AAF of Des Moines is in the middle of an awesome transformation – one that will take us from an “advertising club” to the premier trade association for advertising and marketing in Central Iowa. Our focus in the coming year will center around four key pillars: 1. Advocacy. There is a lot of great talent in Central Iowa and it keeps getting better and more plentiful. AAF of Des Moines has the unique opportunity to represent the Central Iowa advertising community as a united front. We want to keep advertising dollars in our local economy. We’re in the beginning phase of an initiative to heighten awareness of our local talent with key business leaders. 2. Networking. It’s not just about finding your next job. It’s about making connections that can be valuable to your business and your career. We’re implementing a series of initiatives to improve networking opportunities – including the establishment of a new ambassador program that will facilitate better networking at our luncheons as well as tap into new members’ talents and resources much more quickly to enhance the overall AAF experience. 3. Professional Development. Continuing education is critical for everyone in our industry. We will continue to offer high-caliber speakers in the areas of creativity, technology and marketing. 4. Advertising Excellence. Let’s party and celebrate great advertising! Our hallmark event – the American Advertising Awards® – happens each February. We’re making investments in the quality and production of the show. It will be a red carpet event.
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P.O. Box 133
Des Moines, Iowa 50301, US
Join in on the fun and play Wash-a-Pig with us at our November luncheon! Creator Todd Turner will be walking us through the game that's all about thinking on your feet and laughing at the absurd. Expect a mix of lightbulb moments and belly laughs! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g5n9DRmv
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1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year. 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness each year. The high-pressure, fast-paced nature of the advertising industry can be detrimental to mental health. On this World Mental Health Day, we encourage leaders in our industry to make mental health a priority in your organizations. For individuals, we urge you to protect your own mental health as much as possible by setting boundaries, taking regular breaks, and seeking professional help when needed. Our industry thrives when we all take mental health seriously. hashtag #WorldMentalHealthDay
Do you have your tickets yet? Join us for the AAF Night at the Iowa Wild! This event is open - so bring along whomever you like. We love the opportunity to support one of the many cool (pun intended) things to do in Des Moines. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gzz6A7ch
Join us on Oct 23 for the AAF Night at the Iowa Wild! Details and tickets at: https://lnkd.in/gzz6A7ch
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Attention students! We're hosting a student advertising crawl on Oct. 23. It's a great opportunity to visit organizations in the metro and learn about the inner workings of their advertising and marketing teams. Learn more and sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gQMyEz5m
Join AAF of Des Moines for a night out at the Iowa Wild! Tickets are $21 each. We will be seated together in the Defense Zone. This is a family-friendly event — please feel free to bring partners, kiddos and other family members!
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We had a great turnout last week for our luncheon with Chris Snider on social media trends. Thank you to everyone for taking the time to get together! If you missed it, here are a few key takeaways: • Instagram is the clear #1 app right now with Gen Z (not TikTok) • Facebook’s “Imagine with AI” feature can rewrite your post and create an image to go with it • DO create content people will send to their friends and share in their Instagram Story. Shares/impressions is the top metric used in the algorithm. • DON’T ignore LinkedIn. Follow our page and watch for upcoming professional development events like this from AAF of Des Moines!
Applications for American Advertising Federation Most Promising Multicultural Students program are open! See graphics for important dates, learn more, and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gzzSt6jy The Most Promising Multicultural Students program is an opportunity for you to launch a career in advertising, marketing, media, or communications. You'll receive the invaluable experience of networking with leading industry professionals and feel the excitement of the ad business by visiting the nation’s top ad agencies, advertisers, and media companies.
Don't miss out! Wednesday Chris Snider will be sharing his social media knowledge with us. We're so excited! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gn82gkN9
One week left to get your tickets to this popular event! Chris Snider will be returning with an insightful talk on social media trends and best practices. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gn82gkN9