Chicago Advertising Federation

?? Our Innovation Showcase panel is only 3 weeks away! Join us for an exclusive virtual panel with industry leaders like Darcy Bowe, EVP & Head of Video & Direct Investment at Starcom, as we explore how media fragmentation is reshaping how brands connect with and engage diverse audiences. ???? Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to learn from the best in the business! ? Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/g4E4d3kN

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Chicago Ad Fed is thankful for the vibrant creative community that makes Chicago shine! We encourage all local creatives to showcase their talent by submitting an entry for the 2025 AAF Awards. ??https://lnkd.in/eFfqN-U9

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Few people exemplify all that is great about the Chicago advertising community better than Judy Yeh, our 2024 Silver Medal Honoree. Judy was celebrated in a reception last night that featured heartfelt tributes from each of Judy’s “eras,” painting a clear picture of the lives she has touched and careers she has helped shape. Congratulations, Judy, and thank you to all of our attendees, presenters and sponsors, including NBCUniversal; Fox Corporation; Netflix; Publicis Media; Spark Foundry; AbbVie and Integral Ad Science.

?? Mark your calendars! Join us on December 12th at 12pm CST for a virtual lunch hour panel on The Evolving Landscape of Premium Video, sponsored by Atmosphere. Hear from industry leaders Darcy Bowe (Starcom), Ryan Spicer (Atmosphere), and Michael Leger (OMD USA) as they discuss how media fragmentation is changing the way brands engage diverse audiences. ?? This is one conversation you won’t want to miss! ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/g4E4d3kN

?? CALL FOR ENTRIES ?? There’s a lot an Addy can do for you — but you won’t know till you enter. Stop procrastinating. Start winning: https://lnkd.in/eFfqN-U9 #CAF #AAF #AmericanAdvertisingAwards

In Chicago, connections are collaborations waiting to happen. CAF is your gateway to a network that works as hard as you do. Meet industry trailblazers, share bold ideas with fellow creatives, or find your next exciting opportunity. Big things happen when Chicago’s advertising innovators come together—so show up, make connections, and become Chicago AF. Check out our upcoming events here:?https://lnkd.in/gGruyHKJ #Chicago #ChicagoAF #trailblazers #creatives #advertising #events #networking

? Baseball’s global impact is undeniable, and its massive Spanish-speaking fanbase is a driving force behind the sport’s growth! ?? Join Sheena Quinn from the Chicago White Sox this Thursday, November 7th, as she shares her experience on how acculturation, age, and language shape the ways the White Sox engage with their Spanish-speaking fans in the US and beyond! Sheena will be joined by industry leaders from McDonald's, PACO Collective, PDG Insights, and Vera Creative for an insightful discussion you won’t want to miss! ??Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gRcysbRb #HotSeat #IndustryInsights #DiverseMarketing #CelebratingHispanicHeritage Ozzie Godinez PACO Collective Diana Leza Sheehan PDG Insights María Zavala McDonald's

We are so excited to honor Judy Yeh at the Silver Medal Award dinner next week!? Registration is closing on Friday, November 8th, don't miss out on joining us for an evening of celebration! Registration ??: https://lnkd.in/gfuR7VU2

What do you think brands are getting right when engaging with Latino consumers? ??? Get answers to this question and more at our Hot Seat panel on November 7th moderated by Cristina Vera Bridges, CEO & Founder of Vera Creative and Chicago Advertising Federation Board Member! Cristina is an award-winning communications strategist with 25 years of leadership in marketing and community engagement. At Vera Creative, she partners with brands and nonprofits to advocate for equity in education, the arts, and wellness. We look forward to Cristina leading us through an important conversation on culture, representation, and the data to back it up. ? ?? Register here! https://lnkd.in/gRcysbRb ? #HotSeat #IndustryInsights #DiverseMarketing #CelebratingHispanicHeritage Ozzie Godinez PACO Collective Diana Leza Sheehan PDG Insights Sheena Quinn Chicago White Sox María Zavala McDonald's