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Our mission is to inspire, empower, and celebrate the work of advertising & marketing professionals in Memphis.

Uniting the Memphis advertising, marketing & design community through networking and educational events, and recognizing the best in local talent each year at the American Advertising Awards. AAF Memphis is a community of agencies, vendors, freelancers, and in-house creatives united to connect, uplift, and amplify the voices of all members of our Memphis advertising community.

10/13/2026

The Monster Mixer is back from the dead in one week! 🧟‍♀️ Last year’s mixer was a scream, and we’re doing it again. Creatives of all kinds are invited to the Professional Monster Mixer, hosted by Monster Market and AAF Memphis.

🎃 Spooky refreshments
🎧 Tunes by DJ St Francis Elevator Ride
🏆 The first look at the creative direction for the 2027 Advertising Awards, revealed by Sullivan Branding

While you’re there, shop Monster Market, a spooky pop-up organized by AAF Memphis board member Holtermonster with art and goods from 100+ makers, artists and designers.

📅 Tuesday, October 20
⏰ 6–8pm
📍 Monster Market at the Medicine Factory, 85 Virginia Ave W
*Must be 21+ to drink

10/06/2026

Networking doesn’t have to be scary! Creatives of all kinds are invited to the Professional Monster Mixer— hosted by Monster Market and AAF Memphis. Enjoy spooky refreshments, tunes by DJ St. Francis Elevator Ride, and the reveal of the creative direction for the 2027 Advertising Awards!

Monster Market is a spooky pop-up shop organized by AAF Memphis board member Holtermonster, featuring art and goods from 100+ makers, artists and designers.

Professional Monster Mixer
Tuesday October 20, 2026
6-8pm at Monster Market
Medicine Factory | 85 Virginia Ave W
*Must be 21 to drink!

🔗 https://aafmemphis.org/events/professional-monster-mixeroct-20-6-8-p-m-2/

09/13/2026

You've got three days left to grab a ticket to Change My Mind: Memphis Hot Takes. Ten people are about to stand up and defend an opinion they apparently believe with their whole chest and you're the one deciding if they change your mind.

Bring a friend, pick a side, argue about it after.

🎟️ $10 — link in comments
📅 Wednesday, September 16 | 6PM
📍 Lafayette's Music Room

09/09/2026

🚨 Last day to submit your hot take! 🚨

09/03/2026

We’re extending the submission deadline to Sept. 9th! 🗣️🔥We have some good hot takes cooking but we need a few more to complete the night. 👉 All you need to do is submit a few sentences on the opinion you can stand on defending. After selection, we’ll work with you on the title slide presentation. If you’re chosen to present, your admission is on us! 📲 Our DMs are open for any questions!

🔗 SUBMIT: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7fybdIwAeAoyjIGLtzgXlIEYqy9Q_0pZvXT0pKCbpmCNQEw/viewform?pli=1

Change My Mind: Memphis Hot Takes
📍Lafayette’s Music Room | 2119 Madison Ave.
📆 Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets are $10

09/02/2026

Hot take submissions close soon! If you’ve got a hot take, this is your sign. 🔥🗣️ Need some inspo? Here’s a few hot takes from our last event ahead of Change My Mind: Memphis Hot Takes. Got an opinion this city needs to hear? We know you do. Don’t sit on it.

👉 Link in comments to submit + grab your ticket before they’re gone.

🎟️ $10 | 📅 Wed, Sept 16 | 📍 Lafayette’s Music Room
📝 Submissions due end of day Sept 2

08/19/2026

Is Memphis BBQ overrated? Does checking build character and belong in the Memphis school curriculum? What’s the Memphis opinion you’re ready to stand on stage and defend, no matter who disagrees?

AAF Memphis is bringing a night where Memphis’ boldest opinions get put on trial live, on stage, in front of you. 10 presenters get 3–5 minutes each to make their case, and the crowd votes Agree/Disagree before and after, so we get to watch, in real time, who actually changed the room’s mind. We’re teaming up with Choose901 to bring this one to life.

📍 Lafayette's Music Room
🗓️ Wednesday, September 16 | 6PM
🎟️ $10/ticket (you’ll need one to be eligible to present)
AAF members: check your email for your discount code before you grab a ticket!

Got a take Memphis needs to hear? Submit your opinion + a couple sentences on how you’d make your case by September 2. Tickets + submission form >> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/change-my-mind-memphis-hot-takes-tickets-1998225718916

06/22/2026

Youth Villages is searching for a Digital Asset and Web Manager to lead website management and oversee their growing digital asset library.

If you’re someone who thrives in organization, understands digital content systems, and can help keep their online presence running smoothly, consider applying at the link below.

https://youthvillages.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/youthvillagescareers/job/Digital-Asset-and-Web-Manager_JR1748

04/29/2026

Board nominations are due this Friday, May 1!

Know someone who would be a great addition to the 2026-2028 AAF Memphis board? Want to nominate yourself? We’d love to hear from you.

Please send all nominations to Board President Megan Bursi at [email protected]

04/16/2026

Nominations for the AAF Memphis board are due Friday, May 1!

This is a chance to get more involved in the local creative community, collaborate with fellow advertising professionals, and help shape the programming, events, and awards that support Memphis advertising.

If you know someone who would be a great addition or if you are interested yourself, please send nominations to [email protected] by Friday, May 1 to be considered.

Please note: In accordance with our bylaws, all nominees or their company must be active members of AAF Memphis to serve on the board.

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1350 Concourse Ave
Memphis, TN
38104

Website

http://www.aafmemphis.org/

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