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The unified voice of advertising and marketing for Corpus Christi and the entire Coastal Bend.

09/04/2026

Two weeks away! Join us September 17 for a look at all AAF Coastal Bend has to offer, from networking and professional development to events, programs, and ways to get involved.

Not a member yet? Come see what we’re all about and find your place in the AAF-CB community!

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
⏰ 11:30 a.m. Lunch | 12 p.m. Program
📍 Ortiz Center
🎟️ Free for members | $35 for Bronze & non-members

RSVP by by next Thursday, September 10 and come see what you’ve been missing! 👏

09/02/2026

Meet the Ad Lab expert: Jessie Chrobocinski, Executive Director of Communications at Del Mar College! 📱✨ At AAF-CB’s Ad Lab, Jessie will share practical strategies for creating social media content that connects, converts, and feels authentically like your brand.

Ready to create social media that connects, converts, and actually gets results? Don’t miss your chance to meet one-on-one with Jessie during Ad Lab!

📅 October 16, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 El Camino
🌟 15-minute consulting sessions

🎟️ Individual Ticket + Keynote Lunch: $100
🎟️ Individual Ticket: $75

Session registration opens September 25 for sponsors and October 5 for individual ticket holders. Learn more and secure your spot: https://www.aafcb.club/ad-lab. 🔗

09/01/2026

Applications for ONE DAY 2026 close in less than ONE WEEK! ⏰ Each year, AAF–Coastal Bend partners with Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi's Communication Design Program to provide one local 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a professionally developed marketing campaign... all created in just ONE DAY.

The selected nonprofit will receive more than $30,000 in creative services, $50,000 in donated media placements, and up to $6,000 in printing costs to help bring their new campaign to life. ✨

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 7. Apply now: https://www.aafcb.club/one-day-2026.

08/28/2026

👀 Are you making the most of your AAF-CB membership? Join us September 17 for a look at all AAF Coastal Bend has to offer, from networking and professional development to events, programs, and ways to get involved.

Not a member yet? Come see what we’re all about and find your place in the AAF-CB community!

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
⏰ 11:30 a.m. Lunch | 12 p.m. Program
📍 Ortiz Center
🎟️ Free for members | $35 for Bronze & non-members

RSVP by September 10 and come see what you’ve been missing! 👏

08/26/2026

Meet the Ad Lab experts: D’Anne Buquet & Lexi Buquet of Bucket Works! 🎉 At AAF-CB's Ad Lab, D’Anne and Lexi will share practical strategies for “Putting the Fun in Fundraising” and creating nonprofit events that are both mission-driven and memorable.

From building a budget and developing custom sponsorship packages to choosing the right vendors and creating engaging programming, you’ll walk away with actionable insights to make your next fundraiser both fun and successful. 🎉

Don’t miss your chance to meet one-on-one with D’Anne and Lexi during Ad Lab!

📅 October 16, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 El Camino
🌟 15-minute consulting sessions

🎟️ Individual Ticket + Keynote Lunch: $100
🎟️ Individual Ticket: $75

Session registration opens September 25 for sponsors and October 5 for individual ticket holders. Learn more and secure your spot: https://www.aafcb.club/ad-lab. 🔗

08/24/2026

Meet the expert: America Segura, Director of Communications at Visit Corpus Christi! 🌊 At AAF-CB's Ad Lab, America will share practical strategies for building strong local partnerships and collaborations that can elevate your marketing efforts.

From navigating community relationships and collaborating with influencers to tapping into community pride as a powerful storytelling tool, you’ll walk away with actionable “tips and tricks” you can put to work right away.

Want to strengthen your brand’s visibility, credibility, and engagement? Don’t miss your chance to meet one-on-one with America during Ad Lab!

📅 October 16, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
📍 El Camino
🌟 15-minute consulting sessions

🎟️ Individual Ticket + Keynote Lunch: $100
🎟️ Individual Ticket: $75

Session registration opens September 25 for sponsors and October 5 for individual ticket holders. Learn more and secure your spot: https://www.aafcb.club/ad-lab. 🔗

08/20/2026

ONE DAY 2026 applications are due in just a couple weeks! Each year, AAF–Coastal Bend partners with Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi's Communication Design Program to provide one local 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a professionally developed marketing campaign... all created in just ONE DAY.

The selected nonprofit will receive more than $30,000 in creative services, $50,000 in donated media placements, and up to $6,000 in printing costs to help bring their new campaign to life. ✨

Swipe through below to see our last 3 recipients:
2025: Mission of Mercy
2024: Texas Gulf Surfing Association
2023: Special Hearts in the Arts

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 7. Apply now: https://www.aafcb.club/one-day-2026.

08/19/2026

Yesterday, we hosted The Social Media Manager’s Survival Guide, a Lunch & Learn where local social media professionals shared real-world strategies, honest lessons, and practical tips for navigating today’s ever-changing digital landscape.

A huge thank you to our incredible panelists, moderators, and everyone who attended and helped make the conversation so engaging and insightful! We covered everything from AI and brand voice to trends, negative comments, content creation on a budget, and so much more. 📱

And, of course, thank you to House of Rock for hosting us and providing the perfect space for an afternoon of learning, connection, and conversation! 🤘

We hope everyone left with a few actionable takeaways to put to work right away! ✨ See you at our September membership program on Thursday, September 17th.

08/11/2026

Meet the Moderators! 🎤 Helping lead the conversation at The Social Media Manager's Survival Guide are two local communications and marketing professionals who know what it takes to build engaged audiences and strong brands online.

Together, Lacey and Carla bring years of experience creating impactful social media content, growing engaged audiences, and navigating the ever-changing digital landscape. They'll guide an interactive discussion with our panelists, keeping the conversation engaging, insightful, and packed with practical takeaways you can put to use right away.

📅 Tuesday, August 18
🕛 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 House of Rock
🎟️ Free for AAF Coastal Bend members | $35 for non-members (includes lunch)

RSVP by Friday, August 14 by emailing [email protected].

08/06/2026

Applications are now open for ONE DAY 2026! 🎉 Each year, AAF–Coastal Bend partners with Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi's Communication Design Program to provide one local 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a professionally developed marketing campaign... all created in just ONE DAY.

The selected nonprofit will receive more than $30,000 in creative services, $50,000 in donated media placements, and up to $6,000 in printing costs to help bring their new campaign to life. ✨

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 7. Apply now: https://www.aafcb.club/one-day-2026.

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