As the first Black woman governor of District 10, I'm wide-eyed, excited, and deeply honored to serve this district and the incredible people leading local clubs. I look forward to supporting each of you through your dreams, goals, and challenges, because it's hard to lead and create change without first having a vision. Many people ask me why I give my time to this. My answer is simple: 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. AAF has become one of the most authentic communities I've ever been part of, and I am beyond excited to carry that energy into this next chapter.
Let's embrace being HAPPY together this year.

The Governors who came before me all warned me the year would fly by. I thought maybe they were speaking in hyperbole. They were not. I can't believe it's coming to an end, but I'm not going anywhere. I look forward to serving this district for years to come, starting as your Southwest Advertising Hall of Fame Chair next year. What a journey we've had over the past 12 months, and what an honor it has been to be your Governor. Thank you. I love you all.

Join advertising professionals, educators and students from across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana for Advent10n – the annual conference for the American Advertising Federation, April 08 – 11, 2026. Mix and mingle with Advertising and Marketing professionals involved at the top levels of the industry, along with the best and brightest students from close to 20 colleges and universities competing to enter the profession.

A longtime AAF leader and champion for the advertising community, Kurt brings a people-first approach to leadership rooted in resilience, inclusion, and service. From growing agencies to strengthening chapters nationwide, his perspective spans every level of our industry.

We’re asking the questions. He’s bringing the insight. Tune in for an honest conversation about leadership, growth, and the future of our industry.

There is a lack of copyright protection for AI-generated content, posing risks for brands. Is your brand at risk? Let's find out what you can do about that, today.

You've got more time to nominate your choices for the AAF D10 Next Wave and Mosaic Awards. The nomination deadline has been extended to January 30th. We'll celebrate at Advention, April 9th through the 11th in Dallas. Right now, get your nominations in. https://aaf10.org/

It's a 10 Questions with D10 Webinar Replay with Crystal Anderson, Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at 3Headed Monster. Class is in session. Enjoy.

Just in case you missed it, or want to share it with your local AAF Club, this is a replay of the D10 event on The American Advertising Awards.
This in-depth American Advertising Awards 101 Webinar was led by Sophie Rogers, District 10 American Advertising Awards Chair.
In this webinar, we covered: What are the American Advertising Awards and why they matter: We learned how the AAAs celebrate the best in creative excellence and why participation can elevate your work, your career, and your club. How to enter through the OpenWater portal: We provided a clear, step-by-step guide to help you navigate the submission process with confidence. How judging works: We took a backstage look at what judges see, how entries are evaluated, and what makes a winning piece stand out. Frequently Asked Questions: We addressed common concerns and clarify details to help you avoid last-minute confusion.