UPCOMING EVENTs
Throughout the year, we hold various programs to help our members develop professionally and learn about the latest in advertising. Most often, these come in the form of luncheons featuring various speakers from our industry. These events have offered a wide range of topics, good networking opportunities, and overall a great time. Tickets are discounted for our members but you do not have to be a member to attend. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!
Date: Thursday, October 23
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Location: Sweetwater (5501 US-30, Fort Wayne, IN 46818)
Cost: FREE for AAF members and $10 for non-members (includes lunch)
Spooky Ad Challenge
Join AAF Fort Wayne at Sweetwater Sound for a frightfully fun creative challenge! In this Halloween-themed event, you’ll have 30 minutes to design the scariest, spookiest, or most horror-inspired ad possible based on a surprise prompt revealed at the event.
Whether you're a seasoned advertiser or just starting out, this is your chance to flex your creative muscles in a low-pressure, high-fun environment. Bring your laptop or sketchpad, your creativity, and your sense of humor! This is for all creatives: Designers, Copywriters, or other Creatives.
Bring your laptop or sketch pad, grab some lunch, and flex your creative muscles in a fun, low-pressure environment! Designers, Copywriters, and other creatives are encouraged to participate.
Prizes, networking, and bragging rights await!
2025-2026 Events list
November 20, 2025 —From Classroom to Conversion: The Power of Educated Buyers
Where: Punch Films
When: Thursday, November 20 from 12:00-1:30 PM
December 12, 2025 — AAF Holiday Mixer
When: Friday, December 12 from 6:00-8:00 PM
January 18, 2026 —AAF Fort Wayne Silent Auction
Where: TBA
When: Sunday, January 18 from 6:00-10:00 PM
January 29, 2026 — Google Analytics 4 & GA4 to Google Ads Integration Workshop
Where: TBA
When: Thursday, January 29, from 12:00-1:30 PM
February 5, 2026 — Social Media Content Planning & Scheduling Systems
Where: TBA
When: Thursday February 5, from 12:00-1:30 PM
March 6, 2026- Email Marketing Automation & Integration Workshop
Where: TBA
When: Thursday, March 6 from 12:00-1:30 PM