Calendar of Events
November 2022
Student Advertising Career Conference
The Student Advertising Career Conference is a two-day event where students learn about advertising, discover what trends are developing and network with knowledgeable advertising professionals.
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November 16, 2022
Advertising Hall of Achievement
The Advertising Hall of Achievement is the industry's premier award for outstanding advertising leaders age 40 and under.
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Fall/Winter 2022
AdCamp
This summer program introduces high school students to the many facets of advertising through hands-on learning activities, a real client campaign, and interaction with ad industry professionals.
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February 2023
Most Promising Multicultural Students Program
The Most Promising program honors the nation's top multicultural college students and enhances their knowledge and understanding of the advertising industry.
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March 23, 2023
Advertising Day on the Hill
Advertising professionals from around the country will learn about the vital issues facing our industry and take to the halls of Congress to educate lawmakers about the vital role advertising plays in the U.S. economy.
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April 2023
Advertising Hall of Fame
The Advertising Hall of Fame celebrates extraordinary men and women who have made significant contributions to the advertising industry and society at large.
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June 3–6, 2023
ADMERICA
ADMERICA is the AAF’s annual conference met to enhance enthusiasm for the advertising industry and the leadership skills of our grass roots network. Attendees can anticipate exceptional speakers, workshops, and industry insights.
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June 2023
The Mosaic 10
The Mosaic 10 is a consumer-selected list of the top advertising and multicultural moments of the year. This initiative highlights inclusive content and offers a view into how various audiences perceive the media they consume.
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June 3-4, 2023
National Student Advertising Competition
The NSAC is the premier college advertising competition that provides college students the real-world experience of creating a strategic advertising/marketing/media campaign for a corporate client.
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June 4, 2023
American Advertising Awards
The American Advertising Awards is the advertising industry's largest and most representative competition that recognizes the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising.
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June 4, 2023
Barton A. Cummings Gold Medal Award
The Barton A. Cummings Gold Medal Award recognizes distinguished individuals for their volunteer service to advertising through volunteer work with the AAF.
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June 4, 2023
College Chapter Membership Awards
Each year, the American Advertising Federation recognizes two college chapters for outstanding membership growth: largest total membership of any AAF College Chapter and greatest college chapter membership growth.
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June 4, 2023
Distinguished Advertising Educator Award
This award honors an educator who has been a consistent mentor to students, has supported the success of the advertising industry through research, teaching and advocacy, and has been engaged in the advancement of the mission of the AAF through activism within the organization.
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June 6, 2023
Betty Riehl Excellence in Service Award
The Betty Riehl Excellence in Service Award recognizes employees of the AAF's member clubs, federations, districts and national headquarters for their service to the organization.
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June 6, 2023
Chic Davis Memorial Award
The Chic Davis Memorial Award recognizes those who have championed the American Advertising Awards, helped elevate the program’s image, financial success and awareness.
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June 6, 2023
Ovation Awards
The Club Achievement Competition is designed to recognize outstanding accomplishments of its affiliated advertising clubs and to showcase the programs and projects they undertake.
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September 2023
Mosaic Awards
The Mosaic Awards recognize companies and agencies whose commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident through their creative work and organization-wide initiatives.
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June 6, 2023
Pat Martin Excellence in District Leadership
The Pat Martin Excellence in District Leadership Award recognizes members of the AAF who exemplify Pat Martin's work by making outstanding contributions to their district.
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