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AAF Omaha Member Profile: Randa Zalman

How long have you been a member of AAF Omaha?

I've been a tried and true member for more than nine years. 

Why did you join AAF Omaha?

I originally joined because I was new to Omaha and wanted to meet other professionals.  I continue to stay a member for the same reasons.  Advertising is a wonderful industry full of very talented, interesting people with a unique outlook on life. 

If you could have a super power, what would you pick?

Without question, invisibility. 

What time is your most productive part of the day?

I'm NOT a morning person.  I tend hit my stride at magic hour.  If the work day would change from 4pm - 1am I would be psyched.   

What's your favorite season?

Autumn.  It doesn't get any better than jean and sweater weather, pretty trees and the NFL football season.

If someone's underwear was showing, what would you do?

You absolutely have to tell them!  I would attempt to discreetly pull them aside and let them know what the situation is and provide any cover if necessary.  We're all in this together. 
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What is the last film you saw?
Hot Tub Time Machine.  I'll admit, I was worried about going and had low expectations but I was delightfully surprised.  
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If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live?
A dreamy place where it's a sunny 82 degrees on the beach and ample Diet Coke nearby.

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What do you like most about your job?
I'm lucky to work in an industry that is always changing and honors creativity.  And, I'm lucky to be working with people and clients who understand that advertising is about a partnership and doing work that is going to take them to the next level.

What did you want to be when you grew up?
A tour guide.  There's just something about being able to see the world, understand the history behind it and if you can share that with others it's a much better journey. 

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American Advertising Federation Omaha Awards
Scholarships for 2010-2011 School Year

 

Left to right - Ashlee Purcell AAF Omaha 2^nd Vice President, Brittany Mascio (Creighton University), Anna Marie Berlett (University of Nebraska at Omaha), Brianne Hake (University of Nebraska-Lincoln), Yang Song (University of Nebraska at Kearney), and Jane Shinn AAF Omaha President

American Advertising Federation Omaha (AAF Omaha), formerly the Omaha Federation of Advertising, announced winners of the 2010 AAF Omaha Scholarships today.   In 1987 AAF Omaha established two scholarship funds to honor students attending Creighton University, University of Nebraska at Omaha, University of Nebraska-Lincoln and University of Nebraska at Kearney.

"AAF Omaha proudly supports students pursuing careers in advertising, marketing, graphic design and communications," said Jane Shinn, AAF Omaha's president.  "Offering scholarships is one way to help them meet their goals and help us build future leaders for our community and our industry."

Eligible students must have completed the first semester of their junior year as an advertising, marketing or communications related major and show great interest in the field of advertising.  Selection criteria include academic performance of a 3.0 grade point average or above and extracurricular activities including AAF student advertising club involvement.

We are pleased to award three $2,000 scholarships to the following students:

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$1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the following four students:

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Public Service Project - AAF Omaha Secures DVCC News

Check out the great news coverage the AAF Omaha secured for DVCC!

http://www.kptm.com/Global/story.asp?s=12228593

http://www.wowt.com/home/headlines/89544712.html

http://www.omaha.com/article/20100311/NEWS01/703119882

http://www.ketv.com/news/22999575/detail.html?taf=oma

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Did you know?

AAF protects and promotes advertising at all levels of government through grassroots activities. Our nationwide network monitors advertising-related legislation on local, state and federal levels. AAF puts our members face to face with influential lawmakers and also encourages industry self-regulation as a preemptor to government intervention, when appropriate.

The issues facing the advertising industry in Congress, regulatory agencies and states continue to proliferate. For advertising to continue to play a prominent role in the economy (and our culture), we must be both knowledgeable and prepared to educate decision makers about the implications of the issues they address.  Visit http://aaf.org/default.asp?id=168  and you will find brief summaries of many of these issues.

You can have the AAF Government report e-mailed every 5-10 days during the congressional year; this e-newsletter provides a brief overview of advertising-related policy and legislative developments on the federal, state and local levels.  Visit http://aaf.org/default.asp?id=22 and register to for this benefit.

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AdNight May 25th Addy's Bar & Grill

You're cordially invited to Addy's... The sports bar, silly, not the awards show. Earlier in the year, you heard us proclaim ,"Everyone's a Winner" at the ADDY Awards. We're carrying that motto into the next AdNight event on May 25th at Addy's Sports Bar and Grill, 13806 P Street. We'll celebrate this year's achievements with FREE tacos, chips and queso along with INCREDIBLE happy hour drink specials throughout the event. Thank you to our generous sponsor: Thought District.

Click here to register now.

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Ad World News

Lidgett Promoted to Public Relations Counsel at Swanson Russell

Swanson Russell announces the promotion of Kari Lidgett to public relations counsel.

Previously a public relations associate, Lidgett is responsible for developing and implementing public relations and social media strategies for clients including Creighton University Medical Center, Great Plains Regional Medical Center, Mercy Iowa City, Physicians Mutual, Project EverGreen, Reinke Manufacturing and Wolfe Eye Clinic.

A native of Chambers, Neb., Lidgett joined Swanson Russell in 2008. She previously held public relations positions with Bozell in Omaha, Edelman in Chicago, and Langhart Communications in Washington, D.C. Lidgett graduated from the University of Nebraska-Kearney with a degree in business and political science.

Founded in 1962 and with offices in Lincoln and Omaha, NE, Swanson Russell is one of the Midwest's largest full-service marketing communications firms. Drawing on deep Midwestern roots and values, the agency makes real connections that build brands for local, regional and national clients, and move their target audiences to results-oriented action. Sparked by creativity and ideas, agency services include branding, strategic planning, advertising, public relations and media, as well as database and interactive marketing. For more information about Swanson Russell's "Real Connection" approach to communications, visit www.swansonrussell.com.

DAAKE Featured by Communication Arts Magazine

Omaha design and branding firm DAAKE will be featured beginning April 12 on the Web site of Communication Arts magazine, the leading trade journal for the visual communications industry.

The DAAKE creative team's work on the Dante Pizzeria project, from logo and identity design to developing the restaurant's striking visuals, will be highlighted on Communication Arts' home page and in the Web site's Exhibit creative section.

 "Being showcased among the top graphic arts projects in the world is quite a compliment for our team," says Greg Daake, principal at DAAKE. "It proves that hard work, innovative ideas and being in tune with the marketplace can be a powerful combination."

The Web site is www.commarts.com.

Renze Display Promotes One, Hires One

 

Renze Display, a 115-year-old exhibit, graphics and point-of-purchase provider in Omaha, NE, has promoted Lindsey Buchanan to Director of Inventory Management and has hired Tracy Boone as Project Manager.

Buchanan, a graduate of Texas Christian University, had been a project manager at Renze for the past 2 years.  She is in charge of all online client-asset inventory management.  Prior to joining Renze, she had worked for two advertising agencies in Dallas, working on the Zales and Long John Silver's accounts.

Boone, a graduate of UNO, will serve as a project manager in the sales department.  She has over 10 years of marketing experience with Farm Credit Services of America and Affinitas Marketing in Omaha.

Renze Display operates out of a 90,000 sq. ft. production, warehouse and showroom facility in Omaha, and a sales office in Kansas City.

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