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    • 10/29/2025
    • 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 1900 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37212
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    All spots are now full. Still want a behind-the-scenes Nashville creative experience? Sign up for the waitlist and check out our upcoming open house at Gear Seven’s production studios on Thursday, October 16! We'd love to see you. Click here to secure a free spot!

    It's not every day that you can gain insider access to Nashville's advertising agencies...but this is your chance. Hop on the bus with us on Wednesday, October 29th for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience at BUNTINMP&F, and FINN Partners.

    What to Expect:

    • Agency Tours: Get an insider look at local Nashville marketing agencies, including office tours and Q&A sessions with different departments and company leaders.
    • Department Spotlights: Hear from professionals about their roles, responsibilities and career paths across disciplines including creative, strategy, media, and account management.
    • Networking Opportunities: Build connections with peers and professionals to expand your Nashville network.

    Key Details:

    • Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
    • Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    • Audience: Current students & recent graduates
    • Cost: $10 per person
    • Transportation, lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please indicate dietary needs when registering.

    Schedule:

    • 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Check-in & loading at Belmont
    • 9:00 AM: Depart from Belmont University
    • 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM: First Agency Stop
    • 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: Second Agency Stop + Lunch
    • 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Third Agency Stop
    • 3:00 PM: Return to Belmont University

    What to Bring:

    • Water bottle: Hydration! Yes!
    • Snacks: Lunch and light refreshments will be provided throughout the day. We'll share dietary restrictions with the agencies in advance, but snacks are always a good idea!
    • Business cards: Optional, but always nice to have in your back pocket. There are great free digital options out there like Blinq.

    What to Wear:

    • The ‘fit: There's no official dress code, but consider the impression you want to make. We'd suggest business casual or something casual-yet-nice. Wear what makes you feel confident!
    • The feet: Comfortable shoes are a must, as we'll spend a lot of time walking and standing. If you have mobility concerns or need special accommodations, please reach out to the organizer

    Parking & Meeting Point:

    • Address: Belmont University (1900 Belmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37212)
    • Meeting Point: Detailed instructions and a map will be provided in advance for the meeting point near Belmont's Leu Center for the Visual Arts Building
    • Parking Permits: Students without a Belmont parking pass should register for a free visitor parking permit here. When planning your day, please account for traffic and the time it will take to park. The bus must leave at 9am—no exceptions.

    Additional Information:

    • Wait List: We often have some cancellations/spots that open up in the weeks before the event so be sure to join the wait list. There is no cost to join the wait list and you do not need to enter your credit card information. We will contact you via email to confirm if a spot opens up and you will have 24 hours to respond before we move to another student on the list.
    • Conflicts: If you have a scheduling conflict, please reach out to your professor or manager in advance. For liability reasons, we ask that students who register are available for the entire duration of the event. If you need a letter to request an excused absence or time off from work, you can download one here.
    • Resume & Portfolios: If you are attending, please submit your information and interests here by Friday October 31 if you’d like us to share your resume and contact info with the three agencies after the event.
    • Special Accommodations: If you need special accommodations, please email the event organizer.

    Event Organizer

    Margaret Shaul
    AAF Student Engagement Chair
    margaretshaul@gmail.com

Past events

10/16/2025 Gear Seven Open House + Creative Panel feat. ARC Studios and Fire Kite
09/24/2025 AAF Social Hour - Pies & Pints
05/28/2025 The Agency Games *POSTPONED*
04/11/2025 Next Move Student Conference 2025
03/27/2025 2025 Women in Advertising Panel
02/22/2025 60th Annual American Advertising Awards Show
02/11/2025 AAF Super Bowl Ad Huddle
11/21/2024 Holiday Karaoke Party with Nashville AMA/AAF/PRSA
11/13/2024 2024 Student Agency Crawl
10/16/2024 AAF Social Hour - Pies & Pints
09/19/2024 AAFN 2024-2025 Kick Off - Social Hour
03/28/2024 Women in Advertising Panel
03/02/2024 59th Annual American Advertising Awards
02/13/2024 AAF Super Bowl Ad Huddle
01/11/2024 New Year, New Network - Mixology Masterclass
11/14/2023 Student Agency Crawl
10/19/2023 AAFN Happy Hour Mixer
02/25/2023 58th Annual American Advertising Awards
02/22/2023 2023 Super Bowl Ad Huddle
06/07/2022 Uncle Nearest: A Brand Distilled
04/01/2022 American Advertising Awards Mixer
03/31/2022 The Mosaic Scholarship Deadline
03/31/2022 Jan Gardner Memorial Scholarship Deadline
03/30/2022 Student American Advertising Awards Mixer
03/21/2022 Billy Holley Design Scholarship Deadline
02/15/2022 2022 AAFN Super Bowl Ad Breakdown
02/09/2022 American Advertising Awards Student Entry Deadline
01/31/2022 American Advertising Awards Professional Entry Deadline
01/31/2022 AAF Nashville Silver Medal & Legacy Award Nomination Deadline
01/18/2022 Advertising Industry Forum
05/13/2021 WEBINAR: Actionable DEI Strategies: What's Working and What Isn't
05/12/2021 Get the Job Conference
03/23/2021 Virtual Lunch: Evolution of Women in Advertising & Marketing
02/09/2021 Super Bowl Ad Breakdown
01/18/2021 What Does It Take to Win an ADDY?
12/15/2020 American Advertising Awards Kickoff
06/16/2020 Hire Black Talent Now
05/07/2020 WEBINAR: Working in the Gig Economy
03/23/2020 WEBINAR: Working Hard From Home vs. Hardly Working From Home
03/10/2020 The Power Panel: A women in advertising event
02/29/2020 2020 American Advertising Awards
02/04/2020 Super Bowl Ad Breakdown
12/19/2019 Holiday Mixer
11/12/2019 AAFN November Luncheon: Feed Your Soul, Design from the Heart
10/22/2019 AAFN Trivia Night

For more information, please feel free to send email to:

Scott Brooks - sbrooks@gsandf.com

Hannah Williamson - hannah@lewiscommunications.com

Patty Dondeville - patty.dondeville@iostudio.com


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