Ad Speaks Houston: A Podcast by the American Advertising Foundation - Houston Chapter

A club - any club - is defined by its leadership.  Just as Joe was passing the gavel to our new AAF-Houston Chairman, John Manlove, we got together with the guys to get their perspective of the year.  We also had a chance to get to know John a little better.  John was the program chair for our very successful Trailblazer Awards program.  John brings years of leadership to the club, not only as a s...

This is not your Mother's "Old School" marketing.  This is "Content Marketing" and as you play with the big boys, there are some things you should know before you get started.  Here's a wake-up call.  Nobody cares about your product, they only care about their problems and how your product or service can solve those problems.  Do you know how to dig deep and really define your solutions?  Do you u...

We love the opportunity to showcase our AAF-Houston members, and this interview with Jackie Dryden is a lesson in getting your brand out there, so its understood, believed and your brand advocates are telling everyone.  It's really not that hard if you follow her seven steps.  There won't be a test at the end, but there just might be a benefit for you.  Jackie is also co-author of the book "Get Yo...

He came to speak to the winners at the AEFH Scholarship Awards Luncheon, held annually as part of the American Advertising Federation Houston's educational outreach efforts.  Jim McIngvale gave the room a whole bunch more about life in general, and how a focused attitude can beat the ups and downs the world deals out.  He taught us how to "shine a light" on the issues, whatever they may be, to "ge...

So what if Houston grabbed a World Cup Soccer Championship for our city in 2026?  That would be beyond pretty cool.  It just might happen, and the folks that can do that, like Chris Canetti, Brian Ching, and Alex Lopez Negrete will tell us what's being done right now to make it happen.  Join AAFH at our May 15th Luncheon to find out.  And head to the Karbach Brewing Company on May 1st for our Beer...

Advertising has moved well beyond the traditional channels.  Question is, how smart is the agency handling your business?  T2O takes marketing to the next level and they do it on a global scale.  Their mantra is called POET: paid, owned, earned and technology, which translates into a team of professionals that understand the "new" way  to move the needle.  Alex Ramirez, the CEO of T2O brings the p...

Paul W. Hobby isn't one to waste time.  The American Ad Federation named him our 2019 Trailblazer Award Honoree.  And we did it in Texas grand style with live music from Texas Troubadour Shake Russell.  One of Paul's biggest and latest accomplishments was to lasso a magazine that had lost its way, and to bring it back home to Texas.  As the CEO of Texas Monthly Magazine, Paul has created a bright...

In 2016 Paul Hobby spearheaded the acquisition of Texas Monthly Magazine, bringing the iconic publication back to Texas.  Paul has also served as Chairman of the Greater Houston Partnership, the Houston branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas and the Texas Business Hall of Fame.  His story is more about what it takes to dream, to lead, and to accomplish the things that make Texas exciting.  J...

AAF Houston is on its way to setting a new record for membership with a vibrant and diverse club that is constantly creating new opportunities to engage with the people of our industry.  With a 35% increase in membership since the start of the new club year, AAF Houston is well on its way.  Listen and learn about activities and member discounts that make this an attractive offer.  Find out more by...

What makes Ad2 Houston the desired destination for young communications professionals?  Could be the cool stuff that goes along with membership.  Whether you're a college student trying to figure it out, young professional learning the advertising ropes, or a trailblazer climbing your way to the top, you'll find folks like you and positive energy that will step up your game.  Ad2 Houston is a a bu...

Dedicating Resources to Employees of Advertising and Media (DREAM) Fund is a nonprofit foundation and the support link to the community of advertising, public relations, and media professionals across the Southwest.  They exist to aid colleagues – in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, and Louisiana – through financial assistance and emotional support during times of personal crisis. Ray Schile...

Coming off a very successful American Advertising Awards event, we get to chat with AAF-Houston Chairman Joe Cesaratto on his thoughts for the coming year.  AAF-Houston has addressed challenges with a positive team spirit and as we roll into 2019, Joe shares his vision to carry out the many programs and events on his to-do list.  Number one priority is to continue to grow our membership and focus...

At Corporate Cupid those interested in exploring the advertising and marketing industry, get to sit face to face with pros in our industry.  These 5-minute interviews give participants the chance to strut their stuff with top advertising and marketing executives in a speed dating style interview.  This is much more than just an interview event.  Students, grads and young professionals can take adv...

Ad Speaks Houston is a production of Radio Lounge a Houston audio production studio,   Houston podcast studio , and Houston voiceover training resource.

Playing various roles, from behind the scenes to former Chairman, Anne Mrok-Smith has been an important part of AAF-Houston since 1976. Ad Speaks Houston is a production of Radio Lounge a Houston audio production studio,   Houston podcast studio , and Houston voiceover training resource.

ADvention, a multi-state advertising, design, and marketing conference that answers the question, how do you keep "rolling" in the right direction, while staying on top of current trends in advertising and marketing. To learn more,  visit http://www.aaftenthdistrict.org/2019-advention.html. Ad Speaks Houston is a production of Radio Lounge a Houston audio production studio,   Houston podcast studi...