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honoring advertising legends 

2025 Nomination Form

Entry deadline: February 24, 2025

 

Hosted by the American Advertising Federation District Four, the Hall of Fame will honor a select few individuals who have distinguished themselves during advertising careers of more than 20 years working in Florida or the Caribbean. Honorees will be inducted at a ceremonial video release on April 25, 2025.

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Eligible candidates are those individuals, who have distinguished themselves in their careers, who have contributed to the betterment of advertising and its reputation, and who have made volunteer efforts outside the workplace. 

 

The nominee's record of advertising and service must have been accomplished in the advertising industry in the United States or with an American company abroad, with connection to the Florida or Caribbean area of AAF District 4.

 

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To submit a nomination provide a letter stating why your nominee should be honored. If they make the short list you will be contacted for supporting materials. The Selection Committee will consider nominations of individuals either living or deceased.

 

  1. Include a description of the significant contributions the nominee has made to the advertising industry and the nominee’s contribution to the betterment of society outside his/her business career. In what ways was this contribution innovative? How has it impacted the advertising industry over time?

  2. The nominee and nominator should be aware that congratulatory ads and sponsorship opportunities will be made available for each inductee. Nominators will be asked to help determine a list of contacts who may wish to congratulate successful honorees or attend the celebration highlight at the American Advertising Awards Gala. Net proceeds from sponsorships, advertising sales and event tickets will be added to the general revenue fund, and benefit AAF District 4 scholarships, and education initiatives.

  3. Living honorees must be present for the induction. The nominator must be present if the honoree is deceased. (A free ticket to the American Advertising Awards Gala will be provided to all inductees and their guest.) 

 

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Candidates not elected will be considered automatically for selection for two additional years. However, additional nominations or supporting data on behalf of these nominees may be submitted in any year.

 

  1. Inductees will be announced in advance of the event to encourage attendance for colleagues at the award gala and an opportunity for congratulatory support.

  2. A video featuring career highlights and peer congratulatory messages will be produced for online viewing and inductees will be celebrated the gala. 

  3. Inductees will be presented a plaque memorializing the honor at the gala.

  4. A Hall of Fame page on the AAF District 4 website features each class of inductees and an archive of past recipients.

  5. The honor will be publicized though a dedicated PR effort and published to the AAF District 4 social media channels.

Are your an AAF Member? Note: Membership is not required.

Questions about nominations?
Contact Hall of Fame Chair Stephanie Byrd via e-mail at treasurer@aafdistrict4.com

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Thank you for your nomination.We will contact you if we need more information about your nominee.

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