This page is your hub for staying plugged into everything going on with CAF. From organizational updates to the latest buzz on the Chicago advertising scene, this will be the hub for news, reactions and tangible thought leadership you can implement within your organization.
Latest from the Chicago Advertising Federation
Jul 28, 2025
- DTLC
This year’s Summer Diversity Mixer is themed “In The Season” to address today’s societal challenges, while…
Jun 02, 2025
- DTLC
Happy Songs About Unhappy Things is a groundbreaking new project that aims to disrupt the harmful narratives…
May 23, 2025
- GenNext
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.
The TV & Video Upfronts are a cornerstone of the media industry—…
The TV & Video Upfronts are a cornerstone of the media industry—…
May 23, 2025
- ADDY's
Join us in celebrating the work, the agencies and the advertising industry of Chicago with a night of…
May 12, 2025
- Ad Woman of the Year
The Chicago Advertising Federation (CAF) is proud to announce Judy Toland as the 2025 CAF Advertising Woman…
Feb 11, 2025
- Career Day
This is a chance for students and recent grads to gain real-world insights into advertising and marketing…
Jan 06, 2025
- ADDY's
Recognizing and rewarding the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising, the American…
Nov 06, 2024
- Hot Seat Panel
Join us for our next CAF Hot Seat event, hosted at Vera Creative, for a deep dive into how acculturation, age…
Sep 29, 2024
- Silver Medal Awards
The Silver Medal Award program was created in 1983 to recognize a distinguished member of the Chicago…
Sep 27, 2024
- GenNext
Explore your potential at the GenNext “Masterclass in Networking” event sponsored by Publicis Media! Early to…
Jul 17, 2024
- Diversity Mixer
The CAF Diversity Thought Leaders’ Council exists to champion diversity and inclusion in Chicago’s marketing…
Jul 17, 2024
- Hot Seat Panel
Hear from industry leaders from United Airlines, Yahoo, Jump Ball, and Kellanova to learn about their focus…