Board Members

AAF Position: President
What that means: I provide leadership for the club and oversee educational opportunities for our members.
My favorite AAF event is/was: AdWars II - the first AAF event my company participated in as members. Plus… we won the trophy that night! 
Why I'm cool: I keep it real for all the gingers out there. I have a little Irish heritage in my family. I can also name all of the U.S. Presidents in order. 
The TV show/movie/book I think everyone should love as much as I do: I watch EVERYTHING so this is hard for me. Sitcom: Friends. Drama: Six Feet Under. Movie: The Breakfast Club. Book: The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton – my childhood cat’s name is Soda Pop!

AAF Position: Past President
What that means: The experience of being involved in the club for more than 15 years allows me to be a good historian of the group. It also allows me to help in transitions and welcoming new people.
My favorite AAF event is/was: Definitely the American Advertising Awards. It’s great to see everyone, the work they're proud of, and such great positive energy regarding what we do.
Why I'm cool: I love a good challenge and will attempt just about anything. Outdoor survival camping, skydiving, rock climbing... now father of twins. Not sure if that's cool - but it certainly makes for a good adventure!
The TV show/movie/book I think everyone should love as much as I do: I was a huge fan of Scrubs and now enjoy The Blacklist. I enjoy filling a long car ride with a good Creighton or Koontz audio book.

AAF Position: Treasurer
What that means: I cash your checks and pay the bills… hopefully in a timely manner and with everything balanced at the end.
My favorite AAF event is/was: The American Advertising Awards because they are awesome.
Why I'm cool: I am?
The TV show/movie/book I think everyone should love as much as I do: I don't know if people should like them as much as I do since they're pretty corny, but I like movies from the late 80s, like Overboard, Big, and Mannequin.

AAF Position: American Advertising Awards Chair/Web Chair
What that means: I oversee the American Advertising Awards committee, which executes everything from the theme and promotion to finding judges and coordinating the ceremony details. I also make sure everything on our website site is up to date.
My favorite AAF event is/was: The American Advertising Awards ceremony because it’s fun to get the entire advertising community together and recognize the outstanding work it produces.
Why I'm cool: I've never been on a plane.
The TV show/movie/book I think everyone should love as much as I do:
Art & Copy.

AAF Position: Membership Chair
What that means: I organize our wonderful memberships and work on getting new people to join this great club. I also take photos at many of our events.
My favorite AAF event is/was: The American Advertising Awards because it has the best turnout. It’s great to see everyone and all the great stuff that’s made in our area!
Why I’m cool: I just am.
The TV show/movie/book I think everyone should love as much as I do: League of Gentlemen – it’s a TV show in the U.K. Great dark humor! You’ll always giggle when you see the word local if you watch this show.

AAF Position: Communications Chair
What that means: I contact our talented members (and non-members!) to see if they'd like to get some exposure and experience by designing postcards, web banners, etc. to promote AAF events.
My favorite AAF event is/was: Clint Runge’s presentation because I got to try Google Glass. 
Why I'm cool:  Since I'm a mom, the word "cool" is never used to describe me... but I do consider myself lucky because I've found my home away from home. I am very thankful to be doing something I love every day with fun people that entertain some of my "out there" ideas.
The TV show/movie/book I think everyone should love as much as I do: Notting Hill. Sappy, yes. But it's a classic that everyone should see at least once.

AAF Position:  Board Member At-Large
What that means: I jump in and help as needed to make everything run smoothly.
My favorite AAF event is/was: Always the American Advertising Awards because it's a night to dress up (sometimes fancy, sometimes silly) and recognize all the awesome work being done in the Cedar Valley!
Why I'm cool: I can dribble a basketball full court... using only my KNEES!
The TV show/movie/book I think everyone should love as much as I do: Friends! It's timeless and will forever be my go-to show!