ADTENTION! The American Advertising Federation Tenth District Podcast

The Governors who came before me all warned me the year would fly by. I thought maybe they were speaking in hyperbole. They were not. I can't believe it's coming to an end, but I'm not going anywhere. I look forward to serving this district for years to come, starting as your Southwest Advertising Hall of Fame Chair next year. What a journey we've had over the past 12 months, and what an honor it has been to be your Governor. Thank you. I love you all.

A longtime AAF leader and champion for the advertising community, Kurt brings a people-first approach to leadership rooted in resilience, inclusion, and service. From growing agencies to strengthening chapters nationwide, his perspective spans every level of our industry.We’re asking the questions. He’s bringing the insight. Tune in for an honest conversation about leadership, growth, and the future of our industry.

You've got more time to nominate your choices for the AAF D10 Next Wave and Mosaic Awards. The nomination deadline has been extended to January 30th. We'll celebrate at Advention, April 9th through the 11th in Dallas. Right now, get your nominations in. https://aaf10.org/

Just in case you missed it, or want to share it with your local AAF Club, this is a replay of the D10 event on The American Advertising Awards. This in-depth American Advertising Awards 101 Webinar was led by Sophie Rogers, District 10 American Advertising Awards Chair. In this webinar, we covered: What are the American Advertising Awards and why they matter: We learned how the AAAs celebrate the best in creative excellence and why participation can elevate your work, your career, and your club. How to enter through the OpenWater portal: We provided a clear, step-by-step guide to help you navigate the submission process with confidence. How judging works: We took a backstage look at what judges see, how entries are evaluated, and what makes a winning piece stand out. Frequently Asked Questions: We addressed common concerns and clarify details to help you avoid last-minute confusion.

Advertising technology is scary, if you don't understand it. At the top of the list is data privacy, the ethical use of generative AI in marketing and advertising, self-regulation and much more. Listen to a replay of an event that took place on May 8th 2025. From your friends at AAF-Austin and AAF-D10, this is a Texas Day at the Capitol Replay.

AAF D10 Webinar - Pushing Back on Ad Legislation The AAF D10 Webinar discussed strategies to oppose ad tax legislation, using Nebraska's experience as a case study. Robert Richardson and Cassi Warren detailed how they formed a coalition with the Nebraska Broadcasters and Press Associations, ANA, and the National Federation of Independent Businesses to oppose a 7.5% ad tax. They emphasized the importance of early preparation, building relationships with legislators, and leveraging national resources. Despite initial success, a reduced 5.5% tax on digital advertising was still imposed on large companies. The speakers advised staying informed, building local networks, and using personalized communication to influence legislative decisions.

It's South Padre, it's the beach, it's a D-10 summit. Expect to learn something, get some sand between your toes, and get ready to have a ton of fun with your friends in District 10. An event and destination designed to inspire you, because we could all use a little sun and inspiration, right?

As we welcome A. B. Barrera, the new Governor of D10, we get an up close snapshot of the incredible things in store for our clubs in 2024-2025. D10 has a history of doing things in a big way. From a September Summit on South Padre Island to a Presidents Mid-Year Retreat in January, get inspired by his agenda to grow this "Super-District" even bigger.

When you end up in the top 8 nationally with NSAC you did something great. We have two D10 universities headed to Salt Lake City to represent District 10. Congrats and best wishes to Texas Tech and The University of Oklahoma. "Z" joins us to talk about the competition and the wins.

D10 AAA Chair Sophie Rogers delivers an American Advertising Awards 101 tutorial for those who need guidance or just a refresher on the process. A great conversation and some of your questions answered. Listen and learn!

The AAF brand is powerful. As a platform representing our industry, as a community builder, as a beacon to make sure our industry stays on course and continues to thrive, and as a great resource for connecting people. We're talking about jobs, first jobs. Listen to 3 inspiring stories right now.

When Crystal Gonzales started her term as Governor of D10, we were still coming off the uncertainty of a pandemic. And AAF D10 was quickly capturing the momentum of getting back together, in a big way. Over her term, D10 also grew membership in a big way. We are stronger, motivated, and excited about the results. This conversation is a look back and a look ahead at D10 2022-2023. Get ready to be inspired.

Tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. That attitude resonates in life and touches our industry in a big way. The Better Business Bureau has been our foundational partner in ethical advertising. And that value is more important than ever, today. Learn how you can grab the benefits of a relationship with your local BBB chapter. That's our latest 10 Questions with D10 conversation. Enjoy.