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Classic Rock nominees for Texas Radio Hall of Fame

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Classic rock and the DJ’s who brought that music to local radio audiences long before the rock was considered classic are fading fast. But Texas Radio Hall of Fame has found one right here in Houston. A former disc jockey at several radio stations in Tampa, Ft Lauderdale, and Chicago, Dwight “Shotgun” Cook finally ended up in Houston, where he reigned as the No. 1 rock jock at 104.1 KRBE for 3 years running. Being No. 1 came with perks. Not only did he get to hang out backstage with iconic artists like Elvis, Stevie Wonder, Jimi Hendrix, Jethro Tull, Led Zepplin and Janis Joplin, and, he was a celebrity in his own right. It was the golden era of the great DJ. Back then, the music was as important as they guy who played it for you. Today, Dwight uses his radio experience and sometimes his distinctive, ex-disc jockey voice at SoundWorks (www.soundworks.com), the award-winning media production house in Houston. Dwight also serves as Chairman of Only in Houston and...

AAF-Houston Past President Weldon Weekley Dies

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Mon, 24 May 2010 18:00:00 GMT

WELDON T. WEEKLEY died at his home on Wednesday, the 19th of May 2010, at the age of 93.Weldon was born of hearty Texas stock in Ennis, Texas on the 16th of October 1916, to Bertha, a Mother for all time, and John Martin Weekley, editor and publisher of the local newspaper. He was the youngest of three brothers, Clay, Cloma and Weldon. During his childhood in this small North Texas farming community, he spent many early mornings delivering newspapers on his extensive delivery route. Weldon was active in many church activities. His Mom and Dad had him attending church functions as often as five times a week. Until his last days Weldon was able to recite scripture easily a testament to his sharp mind and his parents' strong Baptist influence. Weldon graduated in 1933 as valedictorian of his high school class at the age of sixteen. He attended Baylor University on a scholarship where he majored in journalism and economics. He then went to Northwestern University in Chicago, also on...

AMERICAN ADVERTISING FEDERATION DISTRICT TEN PRESENTS SOUTHWEST AIRLINES WITH INNOVATION AND LEADERSHIP IN ADVERTISING AWARD

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Tue, 18 May 2010 23:00:00 GMT

James Edmund Datri, president and CEO of The American Advertising Federation (AAF) presented AAF Tenth District’s highest honor of leadership and innovation in advertising to Southwest Airlines and its portfolio of agencies on May 12 in Austin. Dave Ridley, senior vice president, Marketing and Revenue Management for Southwest Airlines, accepted the award at a special dinner at GSD&M Idea City. The Innovation and Leadership in Advertising Award (ILA) recognizes Southwest Airlines and its agencies for many years of inventive advertising programs. This is the fourth year AAF has hosted the ILA Award that highlights companies that exemplify excellence in Media Use, Employment in AAF District Ten, Diversity and Creative Leadership. In accepting the award, Ridley said, “Wow, to follow behind AT&T, JC Penney and Walmart! What an honor! On behalf of Southwest Airlines, we’re honored to be recognized tonight from the American Advertising Federation 10th District for this...

University of Houston wins District 10 NSAC Competition

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Cougar Concepts, the student advertising agency from the University of Houston, won the District 10 AAF National Student Advertising Competition for the first time in 16 years.

The NSAC is the National Student Advertising Competition sponsored by AAF or American Advertising Federation. It is the world’s largest advertising pitch with over 150 colleges and universities representing 15 districts.

District 10 is the most competitive district in the competition. Over half of the national winners have come from our district.

This year District 10 was a Mega-District with 18 teams entering the contest. The competition was split into two groups. Texas State won the first competition and the University of Houston won the second.

The same set of judges scored the two competitions. The University of Houston had the overall top score of both competitions.

This is the first time the University of Houston has won the competition since 1994. In that year, the University of Houston went on to win the national competition.

The national competition will be held in Orlando, Florida on June 10 and 11. The top 17 schools in the country will compete.

This win means that the University of Houston is one of the top 10% of all schools in the competition.

The University of Houston also won the Best Media Plan award and Seth Johnson, senior, won the best individual speaking award. Cheng-En Lee also won an AAF Scholarship worth $1500.

The University of Houston beat last year’s champion, Texas Tech as well as the Mays School of Business at Texas A&M, Stephen F. Austin, Sam Houston State, University of Tulsa, Hardin Simmons and Huston Tillitson.

The overall University of Houston score put us ahead of SMU, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Lamar and West Texas A&M among others.

The win was dedicated to Prof. Robert Culpepper who suffered a brain aneurism and a series of debilitating strokes in November and couldn’t participate as a faculty advisor this year after being involved for the past 14 years.

Jeff Long joins growing Houston based Digital Marketing firm, Oak Interactive as Creative Director

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Oak Interactive, a Texas based Digital Marketing and Strategic Services Company, added a new member to its executive team in April – Creative Director, Jeff Long. Oak Interactive is proud to welcome Mr. Long, a dynamic professional who will help guide the Company's continued growth. Jeff Long is a big win for us as a team. said Founder and CEO, Moses Robles. His extensive digital marketing knowledge and design experience will bring immediate benefit to our team and all the partners we serve. We are very happy to have him with us, and are excited at what the future will bring. As Creative Director, Mr. Long is charged with all facets of creative development, including strategy, managing the existing client base as well as overall growth of the newly formed department. Mr. Long brings with him over 10 years of experience working in the Ad Community. Most recently, Mr. Long won best of Show at the 48th AAF-Houston Addy Awards. Prior to Oak Interactive, Long was Senior Art...

Loretta Terrill of Freed Advertising passed away

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 17:00:00 GMT

We are sad to inform our ad community that Loretta Terrill, of Freed Advertising, has passed away. Loretta went to be with the Lord early Saturday morning, March 27, 2010, in Sugar Land. She was a lifelong advertising practitioner, but most importantly a friend, a confidant, a wife, a mother, a grandmother, great grandmother, and a loving soul.

Before arriving at Freed over ten years ago, Loretta spent her early career in the Dallas area at DDB Needham, and in the marketing department at Pier 1 Imports. At Freed, Loretta served as Vice President and Director of Operations. She also served on the agency’s executive management committee. Please hold Loretta and her family in your thoughts and prayers.

A visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, on Monday, March 29, 2010, at Earthman Southwest Chapel, Stafford. Interment will be held in Fort Worth, TX. Freed has established a fund in Loretta’s name and in her honor for all of her career contributions to the advertising industry in Houston. In lieu of flowers, a tax deductible donation can be made in Loretta Terrill’s name to the AEFH. Donations can be sent to Advertising Education Foundation of Houston, P.O.Box 27592, Houston, Texas 77227.

Lopez Negrete Communications Launches Hispanic CRM/DM Unit, Appoints Director

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:00:00 GMT

Lopez Negrete Communications, Inc., one of the nation’s leading and largest independent Hispanic owned and operated agencies, continues to expand its full-service capabilities by establishing a CRM/DM business unit and welcoming veteran Kathleen Jones as the new Director of Customer Relationship Management and Direct Marketing Initiatives. “Kathleen comes to us bearing a wealth of knowledge and talent honed by the 20-plus years of experience she has in her field. Several Hispanic marketing shops claim to have some form of direct marketing capability, but none have Customer Relationship Management abilities, knowledge and experience to the level we have now set in place,” said Alex López Negrete, president, CEO and chief creative officer of Lopez Negrete. “What Kathleen brings to the table is absolutely unique in our space: a clear understanding of the nuances that exist in applying CRM and DM strategies to the Hispanic segment and the enormous need...

BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS AGENCY ANNOUNCES MOVE TO THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMT

Shable & Associates, ranked among the top business-to-business marketing communications agencies in Texas, has relocated to new offices in The Woodlands Town Center. Headquartered for more than 30 years in Houston, the agency is now based at 10077 Grogan’s Mill Road.

A long-time resident of The Woodlands, Jim Shable has watched the area’s commercial development over the years and has looked forward to having his business located there. “There was a time when a major Houston marketing communications firm wouldn’t be located out of the city limits.” Shable said. “But today we don’t consider that an issue. Our clients are located in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. The time is right for us to make this move.”

Shable clients have included a variety of business-to-business categories, from oil and gas to navigational aids to heavy duty trucking, as well as new construction products, IT services and more. The agency’s client roster has listed industry and category leaders such as Aker Subsea; Alcoa Oil & Gas; CRC-Evans Pipeline International, Detex Corporation, Dragon Products, Shell Oil Company, and Weatherford International.

While the agency’s core services include advertising, sales support materials, websites, electronic capabilities, and media planning and buying, Shable & Associates is also uniquely qualified in helping companies develop their marketing strategy to support the business plan objectives. In turn, this provides the strategic direction for a focused and effective communication strategy.

“We designed our new offices with expanded meeting capabilities to accommodate our clients’ growing interest in the strategic planning process,” Shable added. “We’re ready to begin a new era for our company.”

Rockets Owner Leslie L. Alexander to be Honored by the AAF-Houston with the 2009 Trailblazer Award

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON (Oct. 14, 2009) – The American Advertising Federation-Houston will honor Leslie L. Alexander, owner of the Houston Rockets, with its prestigious 2009 Trailblazer Award. The annual award will be presented on November 5 at the 2009 American Advertising Federation-Houston Trailblazer Gala held at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. The Trailblazer Award, established in 1997, recognizes an influential business leader for enhancing the overall image of Houston through advertising. Leslie Alexander assumed ownership of the Houston Rockets on July 30, 1993, and has since devoted his efforts to making his team a champion, both on the basketball court and in the community. Alexander’s dedication to winning has resulted in two NBA championships with the Rockets, giving Houston its first professional sports championships. In 2008, Forbes recognized Alexander’s role in building the Rockets into one of the most successful NBA franchises, by naming him the NBA’s best owner. He is the...

Lopez Negrete Communications Ranks Among the Leading Hispanic Companies in the US

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON (Oct. 9, 2009) – Lopez Negrete Communications, the second largest independent Hispanic owned and operated full-service agency in the country, was ranked in the top 50 percent of Hispanic Business magazine’s 500 directory. The Hispanic Business 500 is based on annual revenue and overall company size and this year Lopez Negrete Communications ranks 224. The Hispanic Business 500 is a prestigious list and we are honored to be recognized for our continued growth, said Alex López Negrete, CEO, president and chief creative officer of Lopez Negrete Communications. We, as a team, have worked diligently for our growth, but to be clear, it is the growth of our clients’ bottom line that we stay most focused on. In addition, Lopez Negrete Communications was ranked number one this year among the Top 100 Diversity Owned (Div100) businesses in Texas, and received national honors, ranking sixth among the top 500 Hispanic American Owned businesses in America, and 53rd overall...

American Advertising Federation-Houston Seeks Beneficiary

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Contact: Dwight Douthit
Public Service Director, AAF-Houston
713-526-2712
dwight@douthitdesign.com

American Advertising Federation-Houston Seeks Beneficiary
Announces RFP for Public Service Initiative

Houston, TX (August 11, 2009) AAF-Houston is now accepting proposals from Houston area non-profit organizations to be considered for their annual public service campaign. Each year the public service committee, composed of professionals from several advertising agencies and marketing departments in Houston, selects one organization to work with in order to create a fully integrated, pro-bono advertising campaign designed to increase public awareness for that organization.

“We are looking for non-profit organizations who provide valuable service to the Houston community and are in need of advertising, marketing and public relations support” said Dwight Douthit, President of Douthit Design Group and director of this year’s initiative. “It is our goal to showcase the skills of our membership while giving back to the community.” The campaign will come at little or no cost to the chosen organization.

Interested non-profit organizations are encouraged to download an application at www.aaf-houston.org. The deadline for applications is Friday, September 18, 2009.

About AAF—Houston
AAF-Houston (formerly the Houston Advertising Federation) is one of the oldest professional organizations in Houston. Formed in 1911 by a group of forward thinking business leaders to promote business and the advertising community. Former public service clients have included The Houston Food Bank, The Living Bank, Lighthouse of Houston and The AIDS Foundation Houston.

About AAF
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) acts as the “Unifying Voice for Advertising.” The AAF is the oldest national advertising trade association, representing 50,000 professional in the advertising industry. The AAF has a national network of 200 ad clubs located in ad communities across the country.

American Advertising Federation-Houston Seeks Beneficiary

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Contact: Dwight Douthit Public Service Director, AAF-Houston 713-526-2712 dwight@douthitdesign.com American Advertising Federation-Houston Seeks Beneficiary Announces RFP for Public Service Initiative Download Public Service Application Houston, TX (August 11, 2009) AAF-Houston is now accepting proposals from Houston area non-profit organizations to be considered for their annual public service campaign. Each year the public service committee, composed of professionals from several advertising agencies and marketing departments in Houston, selects one organization to work with in order to create a fully integrated, pro-bono advertising campaign designed to increase public awareness for that organization. We are looking for non-profit organizations who provide valuable service to the Houston community and are in need of advertising, marketing and public relations support said Dwight Douthit, President of Douthit Design Group and director of this year’s initiative. It...

DMN3 ANNOUNCES HIRING OF DIGITAL DEVELOPER

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:00:00 GMT

DMN3 ANNOUNCES HIRING OF DIGITAL DEVELOPER HOUSTON, TX (June 10, 2009) -- Michael Terry, Digital Developer/Designer Michael Terry joins the DMN3 team as the newest on-site digital employee. His work experience supports current and prospective clients’ shift to a higher allocation of budget dollars to online marketing. We are pleased to have Michael join DMN3, said Pamela Lockard, President and CEO. He will be an integral part of our growing digital business. Michael comes to DMN3 with an impressive digital and print portfolio, which was developed during his tenure at Pixel Creative and N-Gen Studios where he was responsible for website design, programming, optimization,...

Alex Lopez Negrete Recognized

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:00:00 GMT

National Minority Business Supplier Development Council Presents López Negrete with Leadership Award HOUSTON, May 19, 2009 – Hispanic marketing pioneer, Alex López Negrete, president and chief executive officer of Lopez Negrete Communications, was honored for his significant long-term achievements in minority business development at the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) Leadership Awards in New York. López Negrete, co-owner of the second largest independent Hispanic owned and operated marketing agency in the country, received the distinguished NMSDC Leadership Award. Receiving this recognition from the NMSDC is extraordinarily meaningful to us, primarily because our status as a privately held, Hispanic owned and operated company is something we take very seriously, and because it is core to the values and vision which have driven our enterprise for the past 24 years: to bridge the gap between corporate and Hispanic...

Houston Crimestoppers Looking for Information in the Murder of Brett Elliott - $5,000 reward

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Photo of April 29, 2009 press conference, thanks to Jason McElweenie Brett Elliott, 54, was killed March 30 in his town home at 9850 Pagewood Ln in Houston. Elliott was a member of the Houston chapter of the American Advertising Federation. This morning, Crime Stoppers of Houston held a press conference with more details on the murder. According to Detective Abbey of the HPD Homicide department, the Houston Fire Department received a call at 5:45 a.m. on March 30 from a neighbor who saw smoke coming from Elliott's apartment. When police and fire officials arrived on the scene, they discovered Elliot's body. According to Abbey, there was no forced entry. He would not comment on the injuries or stolen items as not to compromise the ongoing investigation. Lisa Elliott, Brett's sister, spoke on the incident saying the family can't grasp how this could happen. She remarked on Brett's character and wide circle of friends saying, once you crossed paths with him, he stayed...

Larry Atherton elected to the GHP's EDAC

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:00:00 GMT

(HOUSTON – October 9, 2008) The Greater Houston Partnership has elected Larry Atherton, President and CFO of VT2 Studios to the Partnership’s Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC). EDAC directs and supports the Partnership’s efforts to market Houston, recruit and expand business, create new jobs and improve our business image. This committee takes economic development positions, provides marketing assistance and shares information on market trends and issues. VT2 Studios serves as the Creative Partner for the Greater Houston Partnership for the second consecutive year, and added additional services as a Strategic Partner for 2008. The Greater Houston Partnership will benefit from having year-round access to VT2 Studios’ key personnel for strategic consulting, production and staging expertise, production and staging cost control ideas, alignment of deliverable creation across all GHP opportunities and events, assistance in related sponsor acquisition as well as VT2’s regular participation in high-level creative content development, event planning and continuous improvement dialogues to help ensure GHP’s short and long term success.

Atherton brings expertise in finance, administration, contracts, strategic planning and legal functions that have been instrumental to VT2's business success. With more than 20 years experience in international finance management and capital ventures, Atherton directs and manages VT2's worldwide sales and marketing functions, finances, administration, investor relations, legal affairs and is actively involved in operations and strategic company growth.

Vic Tamborella elected to GHP Board of Directors

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:00:00 GMT

(HOUSTON – October 9, 2008) The Greater Houston Partnership has elected Vic Tamborella, CEO of VT2 Studios to the partnership’s Board of Directors. VT2 Studios serves as the Creative Partner for the Greater Houston Partnership for the second consecutive year, and added additional services as a Strategic Partner for 2008. The Greater Houston Partnership will benefit from having year-round access to VT2 Studios’ key personnel for strategic consulting, production and staging expertise, production and staging cost control ideas, alignment of deliverable creation across all GHP opportunities and events, assistance in related sponsor acquisition as well as VT2’s regular participation in high-level creative content development, event planning and continuous improvement dialogues to help ensure GHP’s short and long term success. Tamborella’s outstanding reputation for highly innovative and creative graphic design, film and video production, along with his editorial excellence...

Nominate An Industry Legend

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:15:00 GMT

Nominate an Industry Legend Eligible candidates for the Advertising Hall of Fame are those individuals from the United States or abroad who have been retired from their primary career for a minimum of 12 months, distinguished themselves in those careers, contributed to the betterment of advertising and its reputation and made volunteer efforts outside the workplace. Last year's inductees included the first-ever international member of the Advertising Hall of Fame, Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, as well as Andrea Alstrup, Alan Pottasch, Keith Reinhard and Allen Rosenshine. They joined industry giants such as Leo Burnett, Katherine Graham, John H. Johnson, David Ogilvy, Ted Turner and Mary Wells Lawrence. Since its inception in 1948, the Advertising Hall of Fame has honored 182 individuals. ...

Help the AAF Collect 5,000 New Books for Children

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 21:00:00 GMT

October 27 - November 18 In the spirit of its commitment to education, the American Advertising Federation will hold a three-week nationwide book drive to promote literacy among disadvantaged children and youth. The drive will be held in conjunction with the Books for Kids Foundation. The new public service project demonstrates the advertising industry's comprehensive understanding of corporate responsibility and the value and vital importance of education. Visit www.aaf.org/books for more information. The AAF is asking members from its college chapters, club and corporate organizations and companies to donate new children's books in the category of kindergarten through third grade. Books in Spanish are also encouraged. The AAF's goal is 5,000 new books to be collected from October 27 to November 18, 2008. Donations will be accepted from either individual AAF members or as part of a group donation from a club, college chapter or member company. Find out how to...

Hurricane Ike Assistance

noemail@aaf-houston.org — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Hurricane Ike Assistance
DREAM Fund is responding to colleagues affected by the devastation of Hurricane Ike by making funds available for short-term needs. You can apply for assistance online at http://www.dreamfund.org/needs.aspx. Donations can be made online at https://secure.groundspring.org/dn/index.php?aid=12614