Damian Claassens, Creative Director of Surging Panda, and Sorcha Gordon, Aynibrigade, on the freedom to imagine and create almost anything. How do you feel about AI? Better yet, how can creatives and agencies us AI to become better? Let's find out.

The Houston Chronicle is the title sponsor of the American Advertising Awards in Houston, on February 15th. Learn more about what's in store for a night of Advertising Intelligence.

So what does it take to change the landscape and keep DE&I moving in the right direction. There is no finish line. It is our responsibility to be a part of that change today and every day forward. On October 24th, The American Advertising Federation invites you to our 2023 "Night of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" live event. Take a listen and discover what's in store.

Candy Pittman didn't arrive yesterday. She has been part of ad 2 and AAF-Houston for quite some time. She is also committee chair for Conferences and Conventions for AAF District 10. And now, she takes on the role of President of AAF-Houston. Great credentials and a passion for what AAF stands for. Hang on to your hats, kids. This is going to be a year to remember.

They say "teamwork makes the dream work", and that's how it works at iHeart Media, Houston. You can't do that without strong leadership. Eddie Martiny has done that by building a culture of broadcast pros that believe in his vision for broadcast and advertising. Eddie keeps the hits coming. This is a inspiring story of how to do just that.

Sean Ferguson has a little bit of Houston heritage and that made his experience as a judge even better. Sean, thanks for being on the judging panel.

Gerry wasn't surprised by the depth of creative here in Houston. His passion for judging equals his love of our industry.

Tiffanie is also a big part of The American Advertising Federation and represents Baton Rouge as a past board director and rising star.