Ad People of the Year
What’s it take to be great?
We’re not always so sure ourselves, so every year, we call upon the most impactful, insightful, and inspiring members of the northern Nevada advertising community to tell us first hand at the annual Ad People of the Year Awards.
The recipient must have made significant contributions to advertising and been active in furthering the industry’s standards, creative excellence and responsibility in areas of social concern. They must have shown a consistently high degree of excellence in the field of advertising over a lifetime, coupled with strong community involvement both personally and professionally. Recipient cannot be current member of the AAF Reno Board of Directors.
These nominations are the only ones that the AAF Reno President will see, and get to decide on. The award is intended to recognize the unsung heroes within the advertising community. It will recognize folks that have consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty for the community, and even the club. Recipients of this award must not have received an Ad People of the Year Award for at least 2 years prior, and cannot be up for any other APOY awards in the same night.
The recipient must have achieved singular excellence in the advertising field during the last year, while demonstrating strong community involvement, both personally and professionally. Recipient cannot be current member of the AAF Reno Board of Directors.
The recipient should have made an outstanding advertising-related contribution to the community during 2023. This award recognizes those businesses or individuals that have been active in furthering the industry’s responsibility in areas of social concern. Recipient cannot be current member of the AAF Reno Board of Directors.
Presented in partnership with Ad 2 Reno, this award celebrates a rising star and true up-and-comer who is helping shape the future of advertising in Northern Nevada. Recognizing a professional in the early stages of their career, this individual brings fresh perspective, creative energy, and a clear drive to grow, lead, and make an impact.
As an emerging voice in the industry, this recipient stands out for their ambition, curiosity, and willingness to take initiative—consistently going above and beyond to learn, contribute, and elevate those around them. Whether through active involvement in Ad 2 Reno, supporting peers, or contributing to a more connected and collaborative creative community, they embody what it means to be one to watch.
With a strong foundation of talent and undeniable momentum, this award honors an up-and-comer who represents the next generation of leaders pushing our industry forward
Submit Your Nominations
Please provide thorough details with each entry, including personal and professional achievements for 2025. Specific and comprehensive examples are critical, as these are the only pieces of information the selection committee will be basing their decisions on for the winners. The more knowledge they have, the better chance your entrant will have to win. Tell us everything you can so they can ascertain a full understanding of the person and why they should be considered.
The nomination deadline is April 19, 2026, so don’t hesitate to nominate someone great today!
2025 Ad People of The Year submissions closed on April 19, 2026.
Past Recipients – APOTY 2021
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