American Advertising Federation - Rio Grande Valley

08/22/2026

And now a message from our new AAF District 10 governor, Candy Pittman!

A new voice is leading District 10…

Episode 79 of ADtention is live. Meet Candy Pittman, your 2026-2027 AAF District 10 Governor. In her own words: “Time is the most valuable thing you can give, and I choose to spend mine with talented people in an organization that pulls you in, grows you up, and keeps you connected.”

We couldn’t agree more. Tune in and get to know the leader setting the tone for this year. ❤️

🎧 Listen now: https://aaf10.org

06/27/2026

Lights. Camera. Action! 🎬✨

Our members put their skills (and creativity 😅) to the test for the Acting Challenge. ✨😂 Which emotion do you think they nailed best? 👀👇

Sally Fraustro Guerra Leo Marroquin

06/24/2026

Turns out, the secret to a great club year is a room full of creative people willing to say “yes.” 💡✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us today for our Member Appreciation Luncheon as we celebrated the 2025–2026 AAF RGV club year, recognized our outgoing board members and thanked Immediate Past President Sally Fraustro Guerra for her leadership. 👏💙

Here’s to the ideas, the connections, the creative energy and all the moments that somehow came together. 🥂🚀🎉

 

05/20/2026

Join AAF RGV for our May luncheon featuring a behind-the-scenes conversation with Jamal Fayyad, President & Founder of the RGV Red Crowns ⚽️.

⬇️ May 26, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM - 1 PM
📍 Embassy Suites McAllen Convention Center
🎟️ Tickets @ AAFRGV.com
$35 AAF members | $45 Non-members & Guests | $25 Students

From the very beginning, the Red Crowns were designed to be more than a soccer club. They were created to belong to the community.

This talk will walk guests through the intentional process behind the team’s name, mascot, colors, font, and overall brand identity.

The Red Crowns built a brand rooted in the people and pride of the Rio Grande Valley. You'll also get the story behind Rico, the team mascot!

️

05/14/2026

UPDATE: ALL TICKETS $35 TO THIS EVENT. GRAB YOUR TICKETS NOW AT AAFRGV.com

Join your AAF friends for
all-you-can-sip wine, complimentary food, and on the pitch seating!

05/12/2026

Congratulations to our AAF District 10 Governor, Austin Leatherwood-Sandy!

Congratulations to Austin Sandy on receiving the Governor of the Year Award for outstanding service and dedication in the role of District 10 Governor!

The Governor of the Year Award is presented to the single AAF Governor who has made the greatest impact during the year, based on the requirements of the role. Austin Sandy worked diligently to meet all deadlines, actively participated in the overarching goals of the national council, and effectively recruited new members and chapters within AAF District 10. As a reflection of his work ethic and commitment that he is receiving this award.

Join us as we celebrate Austin and others at the Salute to Achievers Breakfast on May 30th during . Learn more at aaf.org/admerica.

05/06/2026

Promoting an AAF RGV night at the Red Crowns soccer game

05/04/2026

Kick Off World Cup Season in VIP Style

AAF Rio Grande Valley is taking the game-day experience up a level with a VIP night at the Red Crowns’ opening game
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Gates open at 6:30, Game starts at 7:30

Join us for an evening of fútbol, friends, and full-on VIP treatment
in the Red Crowns' on-field wine suite, featuring premium seating on the pitch,
complimentary food, and all-you-can-sip locally grown wine from Bonita Flats.
With World Cup fever just weeks away, consider this your official warm-up match:
a chance to get into the spirit of the beautiful game.

Harlingen Field
1216 Fair Park Blvd
Harlingen, TX 78550

Seating is limited.
All tickets must be purchased in advance.
$35 AAF members; $45 non-members
Purchase TICKETS: AAFRGV.com

04/28/2026

The biggest night in Advertising - The Advertising Hall of Fame!

Last night was THE BIGGEST NIGHT IN ADVERTISING! We welcomed 9 new inductees into the prestigious Advertising Hall of Fame with 850 of our fellow industry professionals. Thank you to all who were able to join us!

Pictured are this year’s inductees. Top, from left to right: David Droga, Jen Skyler (American Express), Tim Ellis, Elizabeth Rutledge (American Express), Gordon Bowen. Bottom, from left to right: Susan Fowler Credle, Barry Manilow, Marlo Thomas, Esi Eggleston Bracey, Jim Stengel.

Learn more about this year's class at AdvertisingHallOfFame.org

Photo credit /

04/19/2026

Don’t miss our April 21 luncheon:
Mike Tringe, CEO of CreatorUp is pulling back the curtain on how GenAI video is helping brands of every size boost reach, conversion, and engagement across channels—without the big-agency price tag, and with creators still right at the center of the action—and with no tickets sold at the door, now’s the time to grab yours.

📮 April 21, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Lone Star National Bank Headquarters
520 E. Nolana 4th Floor • McAllen
🎟️ AAFRGV.com
No tickets at the door.

Thank you to our sponsor, Lone Star National Bank. Lunch will be catered by Reyna's BBQ.