Ad Speaks Houston: A Podcast by the American Advertising Foundation - Houston Chapter

Jay has a few, okay, a ton of friends and colleagues in our club, and our industry.  From AEFH to D-10, this Texas Tech grad has been a D-10 Governor and was inducted into the Southwest Advertising Hall of Fame.  Jay never likes talking about himself, so we got a few friends to tell his story.  Enjoy this series of conversations, and get to know Jay, better.

Jay has a few, okay, a ton of friends and colleagues in our club, and our industry.  From AEFH to D-10, this Texas Tech grad has been a D-10 Governor and was inducted into the Southwest Advertising Hall of Fame.  Jay never likes talking about himself, so we got a few friends to tell his story.  Enjoy this series of conversations, and get to know Jay, better.  

A few of your advertising friends are going.  How about you.  AAF-Austin shares the inside scoop on free events, networking hot spots and insider hacks.  

A conversation with Amber Burda, Chief Revenue Officer for HLSR.  This iconc event is part of the fabric of Houston.  Saddle up and learn how this month-long celebration brings people together and will generate 28 million dollars in scholarships and educational programs.  It's time to rodeo!

Advertising Education Foundation of Houston announces

2025 Scholarship Awards Luncheon Friday April 4, 2025 

$75,000 to be Awarded for the 2025 Scholarship Program
More info, here:  https://www.aaf-houston.net/event/aefh-cornerstone-event-aefh-scholarship-luncheon/
Houston – The Advertising Education Foundation of Houston (AEFH) will present 15 scholarships of $5,000 each to undergraduate and graduate college students from throughout the AAF Tenth District’s four-state area. Through 2024, AEFH has awarded $872,000 for tuition and fees to more than 280 students attending colleges and universities in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

Step right up to witness the greatest Show in Advertising – The 63rd Annual American Advertising Awards.

The entries have been submitted, and judging is complete. Now that you’ve done all the acrobatics and jumped through all the hoops, it’s time to take your place in the in the center ring. Join AAF Houston and the who’s who of Houston’s advertising community as we shine the spotlight on the best work and the most talented creatives of the year.

Don’t clown around – Get your tickets today!

Don’t forget – reserve tables of 8 for your entire team and get one free seat per table.

It's December, it's busy, and we all need to take a moment, turn down the noise of the holiday and discover the beautiful things this season brings.  John Del Tatto and Sorcha Gordon sit down with Ad Speaks Houston to talk about the amazing things AAFH has done over the past year, and what to expect in 2025.  It's our holiday card to you.  Enjoy!

Are you ready to challenge the status quo and rethink the lines between advertising and marketing?

Join us for an exclusive evening of insights, conversation, and celebration as we dive deep into one of the most hotly debated topics in the industry—Advertising vs. Marketing.  It's Wednesday November 20th at Georgia James in Houston.  

Get your tickets here.  https://www.aaf-houston.net/event/the-great-rethink-advertising-v-marketing/

Featuring a panel of four top industry leaders, Maggie Malek, CEO of Crispin, Damian Claassens, Creative Director of Gravity Global, Suzanne Darmory, CMO of Refundo and Stuart Redsun, CMO of WM:  this event will explore the evolving roles of advertising and marketing in today’s fast-paced digital world. You’ll walk away with fresh perspectives, actionable takeaways, and a new outlook on how to drive growth in your business.

AAF-Houston invites you to our 2024 Night of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion celebration.  It's Wednesday, November 13th.  Take a listen and hear what we have planned.  Most importantly, get your tickets for the event, right here.  https://www.aaf-houston.net/event/diversity-inclusion/

Small and medium size businesses are engaging now for FIFA 2026.  This is an exceptional, targeted opportunity for Houston advertisers to connect with a global event on our hometown stage.  Chris Massey, COO Harris County Houston Sports Authority and Sorcha Gordon, AAFH Programs Chair tell us how to do it NOW!