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Join AAF Birmingham and Agency 54 for a Super Ad Review Party!

  • 13 Feb 2024
  • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Agency 54, 401 37th Street S, Birmingham, AL 35222

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Relive the best ads from the big game!

Enjoy drinks, tailgating-themed eats, and a lively discussion led by advertising creatives as they break down and celebrate the standout ads from the game. Network, gain valuable insight, and enjoy good company! See you there!

William Cantyoriginally from Birmingham, Alabama, is the Creative Director at AGENCY54, INC. (THE LEWIS GROUP). He brings his expertise from his fine arts background and previous entrepreneurial ventures to every creative project. Canty is a graduate of the Alabama School of Fine Arts and an alumnus of the Atlanta College of Art and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. His diverse skill set includes management, marketing strategy, design, and online advertising. His broad range of talents and extensive industry knowledge make him an invaluable asset in the creative field. 

Wink Winkler is a digital artist, creative director, and instructor with over 18 years of industry experience spanning games, movies, television, and program development. Notable projects in his portfolio include CBS Sports, EA Games, Nickelodeon Suites Resorts, Sesame Street, The Man in the High Castle, The Nashville Zoo, LA Kings, ¡HeartRadio, Badams, and GQ3. Currently serving as a Professor at Samford University and co-owner at SketchloAnimate, Wink is dedicated to cutting-edge technology. His research focuses on developing video games within the web space, exploring the convergence of gaming and decentralized systems to shape the future of interactive and immersive digital experiences.

Desmond is a globally recognized visual artist with 14 years of experience in film, graphic design, and photography. He is the founder and creative director of The Black Arts Academy, dedicated to nurturing local creatives and expanding creative education. Desmond's work has been featured in publications like The Harvard Journal of African American Public Policy, and he has collaborated with NBA champ David West. His diverse portfolio spans film, design, and photography campaigns, and he is also a classically trained musician. Desmond has worked with numerous prominent clients and is highly regarded in the industry for his talent and commitment to fostering young talent and creative careers. 



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