All About AAF Lexington
AAF Lexington is a professional group that works hard to connect, show appreciation, and educate. We are a community of industry professionals and aspiring students who come together to trade ideas, learn from one another, and represent this business in the way it should be represented.
Our members have a mosaic of opportunities to network, learn, and be part of a talented community. With access to AAF Lexington resources, connections and professional development, you can grow and stay successful in the advertising industry.
Our activities include:
- Quarterly Professional Development events
- Social events
- The MENT, Mentor/Mentee program
- Educational seminars
- Public service campaign development
- American Advertising Awards ceremonies
I love all of the networking and learning opportunities. The line ups at Advertising Underground and Ad Legends are always great.
– Emily Wilson, AAF Lexington member
Professional development
Elevate your career with AAF Lexington’s professional development opportunities, designed to keep you ahead in the ever-evolving advertising and marketing industry. From workshops and speaker events to networking with local industry leaders, we provide the tools and connections to help you thrive.
Social events
Connect and unwind with AAF Lexington’s engaging social events, from pumpkin carving to casual lunch meetups. These fun gatherings offer the perfect blend of creativity and camaraderie, helping you build meaningful relationships with fellow professionals.
Speaker Series
Gain valuable insights and inspiration through AAF Lexington’s speaker series, featuring top industry professionals sharing their expertise and experiences. These events are a unique opportunity to learn, ask questions, and stay informed on the latest trends in advertising and marketing.
AMERICAN ADVERTISING AWARDS
See the best of the best at the American Advertising Awards, the industry’s celebration of the most creative advertising of the year. AAF Lexington hosts and organizes the first phase of this three-tier competition, honoring our local winners at an annual gala.
AD LEGENDS
This annual event brings the brightest minds behind the brands here to Lexington. Presenters from advertising, marketing, film and more will share the experiences that rocketed them to the top of their fields.
ADVERTISING UNDERGROUND
Advertising Underground leverages lunch into learning. Take a deep dive into the latest trends, innovative strategies, and success stories in the advertising world with presentations from industry leaders that dig into the details of their craft. Leave with a full stomach and nuggets of knowledge that help you be better at what you do.
