Third annual AD Fair
To celebrate the world-class advertising and design products created in West Michigan, we'll be launching AD Fair ‘10, a series of social, educational and celebratory events slated for February 23-25.

It's our version of New York’s Ad Week–celebrating the best of what the advertising and design industry brings to West Michigan.

CREATIVE CRAWL: February 23
The ever popular Creative Crawl will kick off AD Fair '10. Area ad agencies, design firms, photo and video production studios and other AAF West Michigan members meet, greet and treat business and community leaders, students, clients and people who want a taste of local creativity. Click here for more information.

ENGINE FOR SMALL BUSINESS: Advertising and Marketing Essentials Workshop: February 24
On the second day of AD Fair we'll be holding the Advertising and Marketing essentials workshop.This workshop will review the time-tested methods that still work, highlight the importance of consistent messaging and introduce you to the new forms of advertising and marketing. Click here for more information.
Register at our secure online site.

Media+ Auction: February 24
The online Media+ Auction, supported by Miedema Auctions, allows businesses and nonprofits to secure quality advertising and creative services at a reduced price. The highest bidders will win billboard ad space, airtime, copywriting services, creative services and more. Click here for more information.

ADDY Awards: Rock Your ADDY: February 25
The ADDY Awards are the highlight of the AD Fair ‘10 events. Silver, gold and best of show recognition will be awarded to West Michigan’s best creative work entered in the competition. More than 500 industry professionals are expected to attend the 2010 ceremonies at The Intersection in Grand Rapids. So come on out and Rock Your ADDY! AAF of West Michigan will kick off the evening with a special reception honoring this year’s individual Silver Medal Award winner. Click here for more information.

Click here to download an ADDY RSVP form or register at our secure online site.


Click here for more information about all of the events.




Tuesday February, 23

Help us spread the word. Print out an Ad Fair flyer to share with your friends. Ad Fair Flyer

Photo: Tim Carpenter
Submit Your Photo
 
GVSU AD CLUB FUNDRAISER
The GVSU Ad Club National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC) Team is selling Griffin's Hockey tickets as a fundraiser to enable them to attend the NSAC competition. THe tickets are for the Friday, March 26 game at 7pm and are selling for $13. A $4 savings off the regular ticket price. Contact Tina Jacobson at tina.jacobson@hotmail.com to purchase your tickets.
NSAC Competition
Upcoming Events
Wednesday February, 24
Advertising: The Engine for Small Business – A Marketing Essentials Workshop

Wednesday February, 24
Media Auction
What's New
Check out the new Member Directory. Find contact information and even see a gallery of their work.
The AAF West Michigan promotes professional interaction and growth, integrity and creativity, while supporting a vital West Michigan advertising and marketing community.
 
AAF SmartBrief
 
Awards
Award Archives includes more than 140 selections from this years Addy Awards. Browse the gallery
Login
 
Sponsors
CMPCMPCMPCMPCMP
 
Celebrate Advertising & Design
AD Fair '10
02.23