AAF-Black Hills Committees

Along with the elected Board of Directors, the following Committees and their Chairs are responsible for shaping the present and future of the organization.  Each year, we call upon our members to serve as Standing Committee Chairs and Members to both plan and execute our highest profile initiatives including the ADDY® Awards, professional and social programs, strategic partnerships, and more. Our Standing Committees also give back to the community by spearheading public service campaigns and by working with regional educational institutions in providing mentoring and scholarship programs to the next generation of advertising professionals.

Standing Committee members are the lifeblood of the organization and their contributions are recognized as such.  Joining one of the AAF-Black Hills committees is an exceptional opportunity to contribute or sharpen your skills and to develop relationships with like-minded professionals who share your enthusiasm for the advertising industry.

Please take some time to review the current committees below and contact us in order to find out how you can get involved.

Membership Committee

The Membership Committee is dedicated to growing the AAF-Black Hills with on-going recruitment efforts while ensuring that current members are getting the most out of their membership. It is also responsible for creating and producing updated membership recruitment and promotional materials.

Programs, Events & Sponsors Committee

The Programs & Events Committee is charged with providing social, educational and networking opportunities by organizing a line up of great luncheon speakers, seminars and additional events. In addition, the committee recommends and solicits sponsorship programs for the various events of AAF-Black Hills.

Publications Committee

This committee is responsible for producing our monthly eNewsletter, updating our website and social media avenues,  sending membership updates  and press releases to promote AAF-Black Hills programs and events.

Media & Merchandise Auction Committee

M&M Committee members are responsible for organizing our largest annual fundraiser. Their responsibilities include soliciting media and merchandise for the auction, marketing the event, executing the auction, and following through with the exchange.

ADDY® & Silver Medal Committee

Our ADDY® & Silver Medal Planning Committee is responsible for planning and executing the call-to-entries process, judging and the awards ceremony for our local competition. This committee also handles forwarding winners to district and our Silver Medal Award process.

Education & Scholarships Committee

The Education & Scholarships Committee serves as a resource for area colleges and universities through events such as the Student Summit, Student ADDY® awards, educational tours, seminars, portfolio reviews, and mentoring opportunities.  The committee will also assist with the screening of scholarship candidates.

Public Service Committee

This committee develops an entire campaign for a selected local non-profit organization including, but not limited to:  logo, letterhead, envelope, business card, brochure, radio PSA, television PSA, billboards and other materials as needed. This campaign is a great way to show the talents of BHAF and support our community.

Diversity Committee

This committee is new to AAF Black Hills.

Government Relations Committee

This committee is new to AAF Black Hills.