our mission

Charleston Ad Fed is a non-profit association that supports and promotes the advertising profession by providing an ongoing schedule of educational programs, philanthropic initiatives, awards and recognition events and networking opportunities for advertising, marketing and creative professionals in the area.

board of directors

Susan Z. Spearman Charirman of the Board Nelson Printing Corporation chairman@adfedcharleston.com		Shannon R. Smith President CVB president@adfedcharleston.com
Jennifer Dease Vice President - Membership Kiawah Development Partners membership@adfedcharleston.com		Lisa Webb Treasurer Centex Homes
Tom Jeffrey Programs HOOK		Annie Byrd Public Relations ByrdHouse Public Relations. LLC
Amy Pastre Secretary Gil Shuler Graphic Design		Tish Lynn Special Projects Coastal Community Foundation
Mandy Denaux Ad Fed University SC Aquarium		Eric Shea Electronic Communications Blackbaud
Robby Robinson Student Chapters Kirkman Broadcasting		Hazel Rider Diversity MusiCorp

committees - get invloved

When you join a committee, you and Ad Fed both benefit. Please look over our committees and email the chairman of the one that interests you!

For more information on any of the committees, please email us.

Programs Committee
Help determine speakers, make arrangements, and plan the event!

Membership Committee
Help us manage our membership!

Special Project Committee
Each year, Ad Fed chooses a local nonprofit and assists them with a special project.

Electronic Communications Committee
We need your hep to upkeep our Website and blog, and to help develop a dynamic online newsletter.

ADDY Committee
Help us put on this exciting event!

Public Relations Committee
Help us spread the word.

Legislative and Special Events Committees

Fundraising Committee

Student Chapters
We need student help for ADDYS®, our web site, and more. For more information, please email us.

scholarships

The Ron Clifton Memorial Scholarship

The Advertising Federation of Charleston
invites you to apply for The Ron Clifton Memorial Scholarship.

Ron Clifton was a long-time member of the Ad Fed and extremely active until his untimely death of Lung Cancer in 1994. Not only did he serve as president of the club, he also participated in Third District activities. Well known for creating outstanding and award-winning radio commercials, Ron had a crazy sense of humor and was a true friend to all who knew him. No doubt he finds it humorous that his name is attached to something as prestigious as the Ad Fed scholarship. Those of us who knew him find it very fitting as he encouraged excellence in advertising and was always glad to share his expertise with others.

This scholarship is awarded annually at the discretion of the Advertising Federation of
Charleston Scholarship Selection Committee. The purpose of this scholarship is to
increase the opportunities available to students who may one day aid in shaping the
advertising/marketing field in the Trident area.

Recipient must be:
a) A resident of Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester counties.
b) A rising junior or senior at an accredited four-year college or university
c) Majoring or studying with an emphasis on advertising, communications,
marketing or graphic arts.
d) A sense of humor is also essential as Ron would not wish this scholarship to be awarded to a sourpuss.

This application must be accompanied by the following:
a) A personal letter outlining your educational and vocational aims and your need
for a scholarship at this time.
b) A list of extracurricular activities and organizations.
c) A minimum of two letters of recommendation.
d) A complete official transcript.

Deadline: March 31st
Please mail to:
The Advertising Federation of Charleston
Attention: Scholarship Selection Committee
Post Office Box 21526
Charleston, SC 29413-1526