AMA Houston

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

A week after the Crystal Awards Gala, we’re still reflecting on the incredible atmosphere, inspiring conversations, unforgettable celebrations, and the amazing energy that filled the room all night long.

Thank you again to everyone who attended, supported, volunteered, sponsored, and celebrated with us during this milestone 40th anniversary gala. If you loved the connections, inspiration, and experiences from the gala, we’d love for you to continue engaging with our community by joining us at our upcoming events throughout the year. 💫

👤Become a Member: www.ama.org/ama-member-benefits
✅Our Events Calendar: www.amahouston.org/events
🔮2026 Crystal Award Winners: www.crystalawards.org

Stay connected, stay inspired, and we’ll see you at the next event! ✨

05/29/2026

Partner of the Month: One Foot Over 🌟

One Foot Over has been an incredible partner in supporting this year’s Crystal Awards through the development and support of the event website. Their creativity, collaboration, and attention to detail have helped create a seamless and engaging online experience for attendees, sponsors, and nominees alike.

Thank you, One Foot Over, for your partnership and for helping bring the Crystal Awards experience to life!

05/29/2026

For four decades, the Crystal Awards have been a celebration of creativity, community, leadership, and the people who believed in building something meaningful for Houston’s marketing industry.

Behind every stage design, every finalist announcement, every standing ovation, and every unforgettable moment were volunteers, board members, sponsors, partners, and leaders who gave their time, passion, and heart to make this event what it is today. Their dedication built a legacy that continues to inspire generations of marketers and creatives.

As we finalize celebrating 40 years of marketing, we honor every person who helped shape the Crystal Awards throughout the years into the incredible tradition it has become.

This video is a tribute to the memories, the milestones, and most importantly, the people behind the legacy. 💫

🔮See our 2026 Winners here: crystalawards.org
😃Become a Member: https://loom.ly/Sxk9zQc

05/28/2026

The Road to 2027 Starts Now! 🚨

Were you Inspired by this year’s Crystal Award Winners? Start preparing your award-winning work for the 2027 Crystal Awards! ✨

Whether you’re a first-time entrant or returning to compete again, now is the perfect time to begin organizing your 2026 campaigns, results, and creative success stories you've completed in Q1 & Q2!

Be sure to grab our Crystal Awards Entry Prep Kit to help guide your submission process and set your team up for success early.

Your award-winning campaign could be next. 🏆

Get the inside scoop on what it takes to win a Crystal Award: https://loom.ly/J_Orf6Q

05/27/2026

💎 Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors 💎

The 40th Annual Crystal Awards would not have been possible without the amazing support of our sponsors. Your partnership helped us celebrate excellence, create unforgettable experiences, support scholarships and programs, and bring the marketing community together in a meaningful way.

As we begin planning for the 2027 Crystal Awards, we’re officially looking for future sponsors and partners who want to be part of the next chapter of this incredible event. If your brand is interested in aligning with creativity, innovation, and industry leadership, we’d love to connect. ✨

🔗Learn more: crystalawards.org
🤝Partner with us: [email protected]

05/27/2026

How do you balance a high-performing corporate career while building a business from the ground up?

Join AMA Houston for its final luncheon of the AMA Houston year on June 18, featuring Krystal Woodward, Co-Owner of Bricks & Minifigs Greater Heights, as she shares the real-world lessons, unexpected challenges, and marketing pivots that shaped her first 90 days in franchise ownership within the LEGO® franchise ecosystem.

From navigating brand considerations to adapting quickly in a fast-moving environment, this candid session explores the power of creativity, collaboration, and resilience when plans don’t go as expected.

📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕚 Networking: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
🕛 Luncheon: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
📍 United Way of Greater Houston
🎟️ Register now: https://cvent.me/XmZvbG

05/26/2026

✨ What an Incredible Night! ✨

Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, volunteered, sponsored, and celebrated with us at the AMA Houston 40th Annual Crystal Awards Gala! Congratulations to all of our finalists and winners for the incredible creativity, innovation, and impact you continue to bring to the marketing community.

This night was a true celebration of excellence, connection, and the power of marketing in Houston! We couldn’t have done it without all of you. 💫

🔮 See The 2026 Crystal Award Winners Here: http://crystalsawards.org/

05/22/2026

Volunteer of the Month: Marie Bouquet 🌟

Marie has been a dedicated and proactive volunteer, consistently stepping up to support AMA Houston events and initiatives. From assisting with various Crystal Awards efforts to volunteering at luncheons, mixers, and our April board meeting, her willingness to help wherever needed has made a meaningful impact on our team and events.

Thank you, Marie, for your continued support, positive attitude, and commitment to AMA Houston!

05/22/2026

Thank you to our raffle team and ticket buyers! We raised enough funds for one Penny Todd scholarship tonight!!

05/21/2026

Tonight is your night. 🏆✨ *𝙘𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 90𝙨 𝙝𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙮 𝘼𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 🎶*

The 40th Annual Crystal Awards Gala - 40 Years of Elevation begins this evening.

To every finalist, winner, sponsor, judge, and guest: Houston marketing has never looked this good.

See you in the room. 🥂