American Advertising Federation’s Post

Please join us in welcoming new Corporate Member, The Martin Agency—a full-service company that helps brands impact culture in the U.S. and internationally. Representing he Martin Agency on the AAF Board is Chief Brand Officer, Elizabeth Paul.

Join us for an evening where creativity and community meet to recognize those who are shaping the future of advertising at the 2024 Mosaic Awards, September 26 at the iconic Guastavino's in NYC! Amidst an enchanting garden wonderland, we'll honor trailblazers who have blossomed in the advertising industry, championing diversity and inclusion through their groundbreaking work. Learn more at aaf.org/mosaicawards #MosaicAwards2024

AAF's Ad 2 Chapters provide opportunities for young professionals—age 32 and under—to participate in career development and community engagement through networking events, continuing education seminars, and public service initiatives. Learn more about Ad 2 and find a chapter near you at ad2.org. Read what Megan Nelson, Ad 2 National's Vice Chair, had to say about #WhyAd2: "I am truly a different person than I was when I first joined Ad 2. The leadership growth, professional development, and people that stand along side you make you better every day and I can't imagine where I would be without this organization."

Applications for the 2025 Most Promising Multicultural Students Program Now Open! Apply by October 31, 2024 at aaf.org/mpms Each year, the selected Most Promising Multicultural Students spend an immersive week NYC to meet ing professionals from top brands, media companies and advertising agencies. The program also provides students with the opportunity to meet recruiters looking for entry-level talent.

AAF News: Please join us in welcoming Dawn Tullis, the AAF's new Database Coordinator! Dawn brings with her more than 15 years of experience in providing database management, membership engagement, meeting planning, fundraising, marketing, and administrative support to top corporate executives, boards, and committees of non-profit health-related organizations and associations. In her free time, you can find Dawn at the dog park with her three fur babies (Buddy, Nico, and Mr. Chubs), spending time with family, traveling, preparing new recipes, or better yet just going out to eat good food.

We are honored to announce that Crissle West, acclaimed Podcast Host of "The Read" and Cultural Commentator, will host the 2024 Mosaic Awards, bringing her unique perspective to this year’s event. A leading voice in the movement for inclusivity, Crissle embodies the spirit of the Mosaic Awards—recognizing those who champion diversity in every form. A special thanks, to our Presenting Sponsor, SiriusXM, whose support enables us to continue this vital work. Their commitment to uplifting diverse voices in media perfectly complements our mission. Join us for an evening that celebrates those making a real impact in advertising at aaf.org/mosaicawards #AAFMosaicAwards2024

✨ Announcing the 2024 Mosaic Awards Honorees! ✨ We’re proud to celebrate this year's outstanding winners who are leading the way in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the advertising industry. Join us on September 26 in NYC, for an inspiring evening as we honor their achievements and support the Mosaic Center's vital work. By securing your tickets, you’ll be contributing to the ongoing efforts to create a more inclusive and representative industry for all. 🎟️ Get your tickets today! https://lnkd.in/eibVkUmj #AAFMosaicAwards 2024 Mosaic Awards Honorees Integrated Creative Campaign Banned Book Club FCB Chicago Digital Public Library of America Student Impact Award Reclaim Your Composition Brigham Young University DEI Student Programs Ogilvy School of Creativity Ogilvy Excellence in Supplier Diversity More Than That with Gia Peppers dentsu General Motors, Procter & Gamble, Kroger, Mastercard Mosaic Champion (Individual) Josh Loebner, PhD, Global Head of Inclusive Design VML Mosaic Champion (Organization) Omnicom Health Group Allyship to Advocacy Dreamcaster FCB New York Michelob ULTRA Innovative Narratives Black Don't Crack Droga5 Ad Council Data-Driven Transformation Honda Scenic Audio VML American Honda Motor Company, Inc. Agency of the Year Walton Isaacson Workforce Inclusion Omnicom Health Group Mosaic Center Guardian Jeff Marshall, Principal, Marshall Media

Happy Labor Day

Calling all Creatives…Apply to be an American Advertising Awards Judge! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e-eqcQAh Are you interested in becoming a judge for the American Advertising Awards? If so, we would like to learn more about your qualifications in the creative space! Judges are needed at the local, district and national tiers of the competition. As this is the country’s LARGEST CREATIVE COMPETITION, our interests lie with those who are working every day to up the ante on their artistic skills and thus the industry.