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November 7, 2008
DBAF 100 GO-KART RACE at
Daytona Lagoon prsented by Brighthouse

Congratulations to “4 Greeks and a Gringo” your 2008 DBAF 100 Champions, sponsored by Bright House Networks. We hope everyone had a great time and look forward to seeing you all next year. David Baez, DBAF President.

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ADDYs Gala 2007

Vince Carter and Michelle Carter Scott - Adfed Lunch Date

Disco AdFerno

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Updated: May 6, 2009

Domtar EarthChoice Business Development Manager, Charles MacArthur

Join DBAF at our May 19th luncheon with special guest speaker Charles MacArthur, Domtar EarthChoice Business Development Manager for Domtar Corporation. 

The luncheon event takes place at the Daytona 500 Experience, 1801 W. International Speedway Blvd., in the Bill France Room (2nd floor), beginning at 11:30 a.m. with a networking session.  Admission to the luncheon is free for Daytona Beach Advertising Federation members and $25 for guests.  To RSVP, email info@daytonabeachadfed.com or call 386.257.0666.

The Daytona Beach Advertising Federation is a trade organization that includes a diverse membership of local business leaders, marketing and advertising professionals, educators and students.  The DBAF provides professional development, networking and educational opportunities through its series of exclusive member events, programs, socials, charitable functions and community projects. 

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The January DBAF luncheon featured
Sean Tracey, President and Creative Strategist Sean is a speaker and seminar leader on creativity in advertising, marketing and brand strategy for the American Association of Advertising Agencies (AAAAs), AdWeek Magazine, and the Canadian Association of Advertisers (CAA). Sean served as adjunct professor at Emerson’s Graduate School of Communications for two years.

Sean has been bringing North America’s finest brands to life for over 20 years.  He was selected as one of Adweek’s “Creative Allstars”.  His clients include CNN, NBC Nightly News, A&E, Bell Telephone, McDonald’s, Sears, MasterCard, Bank of Montreal, TD Banknorth, Timberland, Reebok, R.C. Bigelow Tea Company, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, the Scotts Company, Tylenol, HP Hood, Boston Children’s Hospital, Akron Children’s Hospital, the Massachusetts Medical Association, Tom’s of Maine, the Lottery Commissions of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Connecticut.

Sean’s recent pro-bono work has been for the Episcopal Diocese of NH, The Boys & Girls Club, and Cross Roads House Homeless Shelter.
For more info - www.seantracey.com

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David Baez (DBAF President), Steve Stock, Ken True, and Teresa Wright

The October 21 DBAF luncheon featured a presentation by the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation.  Steve Stock, President of Guy Harvey Inc., educated attendees on the importance of green marketing and corporate social responsibility.  Ken True, President of  Oceanariums, along with Oceanarium's Vice President of Sales and Marketing Teresa "T" Wright, presented The Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation with a Custom-Design Bubble Tube Display in appreciation of Stock's presentation.
Responsible Seafood Guide

September 16, 2008 DBAF Luncheon featured “Power of Now” Motivational Speaker Kevin Snyder. Visit his website for more information or to sign up to receive weekly motivation tips. Read More

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Ad Fed TV Spot

Courtesy of Brighthouse Networks

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The Daytona Beach Advertising Federation is a trade organization with a diverse membership of local business leaders, marketing and advertising professionals, educators and students.

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The DBAF provides professional development, networking and educational opportunities through its series of exclusive member events, programs, socials, charitable functions and community projects.

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News Releases

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Daytona Beach Ad Fed Announces 2009 ADDY® Award Winners
Halifax Health Wins Best of Show

Daytona Beach, Fla. – The Daytona Beach Advertising Federation recognized the outstanding creative achievements of local advertising professionals during the organization’s 2009 ADDY® Awards banquet, held on February 28 at The Shores Resort & Spa. Read More

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** THIS IS AN IMPORTANT LEGISLATIVE ALERT ****
The House Finance and Tax Committee released a list on Friday detailing 51 specific sales tax exemptions they plan to “discuss” for potential review during this year’s legislative session. Included on the list are at least five the will have a direct impact on the advertising industry – including the specific exemption for advertising agency services
The Florida Legislature convenes for its regular 60-day session today and the House Finance and Tax Council is scheduled to begin its discussion of the exemptions tomorrow (Wednesday) at its meeting from 4:15 to 6:00 p.m. and again on Thursday from 8:00 until 10:00 a.m. I have already contacted committee staff, offered to be a resource on the issue, and informed them we intend to testify before the council. The exact schedule for the “discussion’ is being developed now and should be available by the close of business today.
At this point, please watch closely for updates on the issue and be prepared to act if called upon. I will continue to monitor the issue closely and keep you informed of the very latest developments.

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The January DBAF luncheon featured a presentation by Sean Tracey, President and Creative Strategist Sean. Mr. Tracey sent the following information...

I'd like to thank all of you who did attend my presentation, taking President Obama's message literally to "stand up, dust ourselves off and drive our economy forward."  Instead of hanging around the TV watching the inauguration during work time, you all got out there and networked and listened to a presentation on pumping up advertising efforts during this down economy.  Bravo!  It was a better than expected turnout.  I enjoyed meeting new people from your Ad club.  To the many who emailed and requested notes from the presentation...they're on the way. To my old friends Ira Heller and Carl Brigandi from Bright House Networks, thanks for your support.  To DBAF President David Baez and VP/Programming Michael Benedict and Ashley Kelly from Benedict Advertising (who invited me to speak), and new friends Nicole, Chris and Darin from BA...can't wait to work with you all.

I've landed in DB four times in as many years—judging your Ad Fed's awards, leading multiple professional development workshops for Bright House, and speaking twice to DBAF.  Perhaps I should get a condo? I'm grateful for your positive reception to my ideas and expertise and happy I'm getting to know you all better.  If you or your organization would like to invite me to speak, lead a creative workshop for a half or full day, or work with you on a creative branding or advertising campaign (advertiser or agency), you can reach me at sean@seantracey.com. Here's to a prosperous and rewarding 2009 to you all!
Best,
Sean Tracey

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Members in the News

Mike Jiloty, president of Lord and Lasker

Cover Story Volusia/Flagler Business Rport
September 15, 2008 Issue
By Chris Anderson
Halifax hires two ad agencies after reviewing bids from a dozen firms... Read More

Debbie Boyd, executive director of Southeast Volusia Advertising Authority/New Smyrna Beach Visitors Center. Read More