See what’s new and what’s hot in network and local programming on area broadcast and cable media! This event showcases the region’s brightest and best news, entertainment and educational offerings for the new TV season.  It’s a must-see program for anyone who buys, sells or works with media. So pass the word and reserve your space now for one of our most popular programs of the year!

Reserve your space NOW, as space is limited, and be sure to pass along the word to your co-workers and business associates. Bring a guest and you could win a free lunch!

The TV Preview is sponsored by EVS – Electronic Video Systems. Come and see HD camera and white board demos before the meeting!

When:  Wednesday, September 8th, 11:30am – 1:00pm

Where:  University Plaza in the Kansas Room, 333 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway

Cost:  $13 members & first-time guests; $18 repeat guests; $5 students

RSVP:  rsvp@aafozarks.org by Sept. 6th

We are beginning to organize the following committees for the upcoming ADDYs, which is scheduled to be held on February 5, 2011:  entry, judging and show.  If you are interested in participating, please contact either Brett at bpiper@ozarksfox.com or Linda at lindapalmisano@sbcglobal.net .

We are still searching to fill vacancies.  Open positions include:

• Membership Chair Assistant  – helps create members benefit brochure as well as assist Membership Chair as needed.

• Addy Chair  – to successfully manage to pull off the biggest fundraiser of the year, with the Addy Committee.

• Education Chair – helps recruit and build local students interest in our club and its activities.

If you are interested or wish to nominate someone to fill these positions, please contact Brett at bpiper@ozarksfox.com .

There will be a special program on October 13th, featuring Jeff Beals, VP Coldwell Banker Commercial World Group.  His topic will be, “Self Marketing Power:  Branding Yourself as a Business of One.”  We will also feature a series of Jeff’s idea-packed articles in The Advisor during the weeks leading up to his unique presentation.

If you’re on Facebook, be sure to check our AAF Ozarks fan page and “like” us.  While there, feel free to read over the heated email exchange regarding the ADDY fee increase and let your voice be heard.  Emails will be posted online in a couple of days, so please be sure to keep checking if you do not see them.  You do NOT want to miss out on what is being said!

Social networking and e-commerce are quickly merging to become a dominant force known as Social Commerce.

Join Shoutlet CEO, Jason Weaver, for a free webinar on Thursday, August 12th at 1:00pm to learn more about how to use social media to monetize customer relationships and drive transactions.  In his one hour presentation, he will discuss:

• How companies are engaging with consumers to boost sales and increase brand loyalty.
• The evolution of social media strategy from awareness to making direct sales.
• Specific examples of how social media marketing can drive a purchase.

To reserve your spot for this free webinar on social media, click here!

See what’s new and what’s hot in network and local programming on area broadcast and cable media!  This event showcases the region’s brightest and best news, entertainment and educational offerings for the new TV season.  It’s a must-see program for anyone who buys, sells or works with media.  So pass the word and reserve your space now for one of our most popular programs of the year!

Reserve your space now, and pass the word to your coworkers and business associates.  Bring a guest and you could win a free lunch!

The TV Preview is sponsored by EVS – Electronic Video Systems.  Come and see HD camera and white board demos before the meeting!

When:  Wednesday, September 8th, 11:30am – 1:00pm

Where:  University Plaza, 333 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway

Cost:  $13 members & first-time guests; $18 repeat guests; $5 students

RSVP: rsvp@aafozarks.org by Sept. 6th

The AFF of the Ozarks Board Membership is currently searching for outstanding individuals to fill vacancies.  Positions available include:

• Membership Chair Assistant  - helps create members benefit brochure as well as assist Membership Chair as needed.
• ADDY Chair  - to successfully manage to pull off the biggest fundraiser of the year, with the ADDY Committee.
• Education Chair – helps recruit and build local students interest in our club and its activities.

If you are interested or wish to nominate someone to fill these positions, please contact Brett at bpiper@ozarksfox.com .

AAF Baseball Night at Hammons Field is fast approaching – next Thursday, July 22nd. We have reserved a Dugout Deck for AAF members and guests.

Tickets are $15 and include a souvenir Springfield Cardinals baseball cap.  It’s Johnsonville $1 Brat Night, so be sure to bring cash for food and drinks.

Please reserve your tickets by 5pm this Friday, July 16th.  RSVP to Kat Morgan Gaines at katmorgangaines@clearchannel.com or call 890-5555 to arrange a time for ticket delivery.  Cash or check payable to “AAF of the Ozarks” will be accepted.

Tickets can also be purchased by PayPal for $15.45 per ticket (which includes PayPal’s 3% convenience fee).  To use PayPal, just log into your PayPal account at http://www.paypal.com and click the “send money” button.  Enter the amount, enter “Baseball Night” in the Memo section, then “send money” to dianne@aafozarks.org .

There is no AAF luncheon scheduled for July.  Instead, we hope you’ll join us for a fun-filled casual evening to cheer on the home team and network at your leisure.  Feel free to invite your coworkers and clients; everyone is welcome to attend!

Mid-Year Membership Special:
Join now for just $35!
Join AAF of the Ozarks now and enjoy all the
benefits of membership for the rest of 2010!
Join the fun of networking events like Ad Trivia
Night on June 24 and AAF Night at the Ball Game
on July 22, and attend our information-packed
luncheon programs at the member discount rate!
Don’t miss this special deal.Take a minute right
now to complete the application on reverse!
AAF of the Ozarks is the area’s largest not-for-profit trade
association of advertising,marketing, PR, promotions,
media, creative and allied professionals. Formed in 1978,
the organization provides a forum for member interaction,
education and professional development.
Among its many initiatives,AAF of the Ozarks
• sponsors relevant monthly educational programs
• recognizes professional excellence through its annual
ADDY® competition and other awards programs
• provides support to AAF college chapters and students
• represents the ad industry’s interests to the public,
governmental and regulatory bodies
• conducts public service campaigns, such as the
“Ozarks Harvesting Hope”project
• provides valuable networking and social opportunities
for the advertising and business communities
AAF of the Ozarks is an affiliate of the American Advertising
Federation, a national organization representing 40,000
ad professionals. AAF helps you stay current, connected
and competitive with free webinars and ad news updates,
an online job bank, and a variety of valuable discounts.
DON’T DELAY… JOIN TODAY! www.aafozarks.org
P.O.Box 10511 • Springfield,MO 65808 info@aafozarks.org