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September TWIST
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Thursday, September 08, 2011
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Have you felt like a lost sheep looking for its herd or tribe all summer? Fear not. The first AAF Greenville TWIST social of the 2011-12 year is just around the corner on Thursday, September 8. Join us at Soby's in the bar area from 5-7 p.m. Can't wait to see everyone after a long summer hiatus (more...)
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Location: Soby's
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Time: 5:00 PM
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Caroline Figiel & Danny Jones: QR Code Invasion
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
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Join AAF Greenville for our first program of the year: A QR code invasion presentation by Atlanta-based Caroline Figiel and Danny Jones of Creative Digital Productions. In today's world of budget crunching and technology innovations, let Caroline and Danny help you navigate the QR code invasion. They will show you how to track your advertising dollars and creative ways to repurpose your marketing. Discover how print can literally speak to your customer. (more...)
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Location: Harry & Jean's
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Time: 6:00 PM
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AAF Greenville 2011-12 Kickoff Party
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Thursday, October 20, 2011
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Join us at HoneyVine on Thursday, October 20 beginning at 6pm for our 2011-12 AAF Greenville kickoff party. You do not have to be a member to attend - it is a FREE event. We have some great programs and events scheduled for the upcoming year. Learn about AAF Greenville, our accomplishments throughout the past year, goals for the upcoming year and to network with your peers. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided, but drinks are on you. In addition (recently announced) we'll have a free membership drawing and offer a special discounted bronze membership for $80 (normally $95). Don't miss out on this great opportunity and event. We hope to see you there. (more...)
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Location: HoneyVine
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Time: 6:00 PM
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ADDY Workshop
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Thursday, November 03, 2011
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On Thursday, November 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. you can learn everything you need to know about the 2011-12 ADDY® Awards while networking with your peers at NEXT. We'll have the ADDY® software available for tutorials, FREE entry bags to pick up, experts to discuss categories, rules, etc. Plus, be the first to hear about the 2011-12 ADDY® Awards theme and find out where our gala will be hosted this year. Rumors are true...we are moving downtown. Cost: FREE for everyone and registration is not required. The annual ADDY® Awards Competition recognizes exceptional advertising created in the Metropolitan Market of Upstate, South Carolina. The ADDY® Awards honor advertising excellence in all media including print, broadcast, out-of-home and public service advertising. The ADDY® Awards Competition is a three-tier national competition conducted annually by the American Advertising Federation and is the advertising industry's largest and most representative competition for creative excellence. (more...)
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Location: NEXT Innovation Center
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Time: 6:00 PM
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Harry Vardis: Fight, Flight or Innovate
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011
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Harry Vardis' presentation, Fight, Flight or Innovate, helps you think creatively when in a panic. When the .... hits the fan, what do you do? Most people panic - but others stop and think and others think creatively. It is a situation that most of us would rather not have. But how do you find creative ways so that you move forward? Realizing that the instant response is fight or flight, you will explore how to get creative, the role you will play in this scenario and the tools you will need in order to be most effective. Vardis has been involved in Market Research projects that have resulted in bringing to market many innovative products, worth billions of dollars in some key product and service categories. Some of those companies include AT&T, Flowers Industries, Delta Air Lines, Cox Media, Coca Cola, Mohawk Industries, Verizon and others. (more...)
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Location: Harry & Jean's
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Time: 12:00 PM
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7th Annual Art Show & Silent Auction
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Thursday, December 01, 2011
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Don't miss the American Advertising Federation of Greenville's 7th Annual Art Show & Silent Auction with musical guest Wasted Wine at FishEye Studios on Thursday, December 1 from 6 – 9 p.m. There will be painters, potters, photographers, illustrators and crafters so make sure to bring your wallet (cash & checkbook). The Silent Auction features a weekend trip to Charleston courtesy of Tides Folly Beach as well as a weekend trip to Myrtle Beach courtesy of the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes. Admission is free but a donation of $2 or more at the door benefitting the Special Olympics- Greenville is appreciated. Free Thomas Creek Beer, wine, beverages and appetizers will be provided. Please contact Jason Manges with any questions at jason.manges@thebounceagency.com. Special thanks to our sponsors: Thomas Creek Brewery, Tides Folly Beach and the Marina Inn at Grande Dunes. (more...)
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Location: FishEye Studios
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Time: 6:00 PM
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Discover What Corporate America Knows That You Don’t
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
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Join AAF Greenville for an intriguing presentation by Georgia Doran that will help you determine your own personal brand. Learn what a brand is, how critical a positive brand is to your professional life and how to improve your current brand. Learn the importance of one equation – that perception equals reality. Learn the three ways that a personal brand is assessed, and finally, learn how to apply corporate America’s No. 1 rule of marketing to yourself. Move yourself from being just a product to being a brand.....that is sought after. (more...)
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Location: Harry & Jean's
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Time: 12:00 PM
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New Year's TWIST
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Thursday, January 05, 2012
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Join us for TWIST to kick off the New Year at Velo Fellow on Thursday, January 5. Sit back, relax and be merry while networking with your peers. There will be drink and appetizer specials, so don't miss out. We hope to see you there. (more...)
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Location: Velo Fellow
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Time: 6:00 PM
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ADDY Call For Entries
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Thursday, January 12, 2012
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Everybody knows green equals environment, right? No, not the one you’re thinking of. We’re talking about the one we’re up to our necks in every day — the digitally enhanced, information-savvy, globally interconnected, opportunity-rich environment where capital and ideas connect for the good of the whole world. (At least, that’s what we tell clients.) Combining art and commerce is a lot like a playground see-saw. The secret to a good ride is balance. Find out if your work is up to the gold standard of the American Advertising Federation. The ADDY Awards Competition is the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition for creative excellence. Call for Entries is this Thursday, January 12, 2012 from 4-6pm at Ferebee Lane. Go to www.aafgreenville.org/addys to view submission categories, rules/deadlines & to start your entry process. (more...)
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Location: Ferebee Lane + Co.
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Time: 4:00 PM
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Chris Houchens: Top-of-Mind Branding - Developing a Winning Brand Strategy
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012
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Marketing speaker and writer Chris Houchens combines years of real-world marketing experience with expertise in current trends to help forward thinking brands, companies, and organizations take advantage of the new realities of today's marketing environment. Follow his blog at http://ShotgunConcepts.com. (more...)
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Location: Harry & Jean's
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Time: 6:30 PM
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February TWIST
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Thursday, February 02, 2012
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An educational TWIST at the Riverworks on the Riverwalk in downtown Greenville on Thursday, February 2 from 6-8 p.m. Stop by to review Greenville Technical College's student exit portfolio showcase while mingling with friends and peers. Heavy appetizers will be provided. Make sure to check out our Facebook page to RSVP: http://www.facebook.com//# /events/297968080251982/. (more...)
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Location: Riverworks on the Riverwalk
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Time: 6:00 PM
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2012 ADDY® Awards Gala
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Saturday, February 18, 2012
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Join us for our annual ADDY® Gala on Saturday, Feb. 18 from 6-10 p.m. at ZEN. A Cocktail and Gallery party starts at 6 p.m. with the awards presentation at 7:30 pm. Visit aafgreenville.org or like us on Facebook to receive additional ADDY® info. The ADDY® Awards Competition is a three-tiered national competition conducted annually by the American Advertising Federation and is the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition for creative excellence. Ticket are $60 for professionals. Sales close February 15. To purchase tickets, visit aafgreenville.org. Reserved seating is available for groups of 5. Groups of 10 or more tickets can be ordered on or before Feb. 10 and are $55 each. For groups of 10 or more, contact Laveda Miles at lavedamiles3@gmail.com or (864) 386-2927. Student tickets are $45 per ticket. Contact Jesse Larson at Jesse.Larson@erwinpenland.com with questions or to purchase student tickets. Gala questions, contact Lisa Canada at lisa@photoelectric.tv. (more...)
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Location: ZEN
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Time: 6:00 PM
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Steven Miller: Color - Do You See What I See?
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
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How important is color in our daily lives? Steve Miller, the commercial product manager for Sun Chemical, has worked in the printing ink industry for 29 years. He is a past President of the Chicago Printing Ink Production Club and was honored as the clubs “Ink Man of The Year” for 2003. (more...)
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Location: Harry & Jean's
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Time: 6:00 PM
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April TWIST
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Thursday, April 05, 2012
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In-person networking with peers in various low-key and fun environments. (more...)
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Time: 6:00 PM
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