AAF Atlanta

From Atlanta to ADMERICA

This year, AAF Atlanta was represented at ADMERICA 2026, the American Advertising Federation's national conference, where advertising and marketing professionals from across the country gather to connect, learn, and shape the future of the industry.
We also returned with some exciting recognition.

🏆 1st Place – Cornerstone Initiatives & Events (Division III)
🏆 2026 National Club Achievement Award

These honors reflect the creativity, collaboration, and commitment of our board, volunteers, members, sponsors, and partners who continue to help us build a stronger advertising community in Atlanta.

A special shoutout to our fellow AAF District 7 clubs recognized at ADMERICA, including AAF Tuscaloosa and leaders from across the district who continue to raise the bar for our industry.

Thank you to everyone who makes this work possible. Atlanta's creative community continues to show what's possible when local ambition connects to a national network.

Last Chance!

This Thursday, join us as we continue with our 6th AAF Atlanta Inclusion Workshop Lunch Series dedicated to advancing diversity and inclusion in advertising. This event is bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and advocates to share insights and strategies for shaping a more inclusive and impactful advertising landscape. Our May 14th Workshop will focus on Accessible by Design: Turning Inclusive Intent into Impactful Ex*****on presented by Chemistry.

Get your tickets today! Link in bio.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988079441126

Big conversations. Strong turnout. Local impact.

Last week, AAF Atlanta + AJC Ads brought together Atlanta’s media and marketing community to talk about how brands are navigating today’s evolving media landscape through trust, relevance, and connection.

Appreciate everyone who pulled up and joined the conversation.

Next week, join us as we continue with our 6th AAF Atlanta Inclusion Workshop Lunch Series dedicated to advancing diversity and inclusion in advertising. This event is bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and advocates to share insights and strategies for shaping a more inclusive and impactful advertising landscape. Our May 14th Workshop will focus on Accessible by Design: Turning Inclusive Intent into Impactful Ex*****on presented by Chemistry.

Get your tickets today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988079441126

Next up, the future.

AAF Atlanta pulled up to the SCAD 2026 Scaddy Awards ATL to celebrate creatives already changing the game.

Thank you to Gauri Misra-Deshpande for leading the way, and to Roberto Gomez Jr. and David Gacsko for representing strong.
Swipe to see the winners and moments from the night.

Meet the Panelists!

On May 4th, hear from marketing and advertising leaders from AJC Ads, Kaiser Permanente, Welcome to Atlanta's DeKalb County, and Luckie as they explore how brands can build stronger connections by showing up where attention—and trust—already live.

Whether you’re in media, strategy, creative, brand marketing, or communications, you’ll walk away with practical insight on how local platforms can drive real impact in a crowded market.

*Lunch will be provided.

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LAST CHANCE!
Local Influence: Building Brands Through Trust, Culture, and Connection

On Monday, Join AAF Atlanta and AJC Ads (powered by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution) for a conversation on the evolving power of local advertising—and what it really takes to connect with Atlanta audiences in meaningful ways.

Whether you’re in media, strategy, creative, brand marketing, or communications, you’ll walk away with practical insight on how local platforms can drive real impact in a crowded market.

Last chance to grab your tickets!

Local Influence: Building Brands Through Trust, Culture, and Connection How brands win locally—through trust, culture, and connection.

AAF Atlanta Inclusion Workshop Lunch presented by Chemistry

On May 14th, we're continuing with our 6th AAF Atlanta Inclusion Workshop Lunch Series dedicated to advancing diversity and inclusion in advertising. This event is bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and advocates to share insights and strategies for shaping a more inclusive and impactful advertising landscape. Our May 14th Workshop will focus on Accessible by Design: Turning Inclusive Intent into Impactful Ex*****on presented by Chemistry.

This workshop is designed to bridge the gap between creative intent and inclusive ex*****on. Through a combination of expert panel insights and hands-on breakout discussions, participants will learn how to embed accessibility across strategy, creative, data, and customer experience.

Get your tickets today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988079441126

On May 4th, join AAF Atlanta and AJC Ads (powered by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution) for a conversation on the evolving power of local advertising—and what it really takes to connect with Atlanta audiences in meaningful ways.

Whether you’re in media, strategy, creative, brand marketing, or communications, you’ll walk away with practical insight on how local platforms can drive real impact in a crowded market.

Get your tickets today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987103056734

In a media landscape defined by fragmentation, fast-moving trends, and shrinking attention spans, one thing still hits: relevance.

Join AAF Atlanta and AJC Ads for a conversation on the evolving power of local advertising—and what it really takes to connect with Atlanta audiences in meaningful ways.

From trusted journalism and owned-and-operated media channels to cultural relevance and audience behavior, this panel explores how brands can build stronger connections by showing up where attention—and trust—already live.

Whether you’re in media, strategy, creative, brand marketing, or communications, you’ll walk away with practical insight on how local platforms can drive real impact in a crowded market.

Get your tickets today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987103056734