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History

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 21:38:55 GMT

In July 2006, three leading organizations in our industry – Los Angeles Advertising Agencies Association, the Ad Club of Los Angeles and the Magazine Representatives Association – merged to create a brand new organization, thinkLA. thinkLA is a nonprofit, mutual benefit 501(c)(6) trade association. thinkLA was born to promote Los Angeles as a world center of creative thinking and innovation in marketing and media and to bring more clients and talent to the region. thinkLA involves advertisers, ad agencies and media, as well as the entertainment, gaming and web community.

AdU

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:33:03 GMT

Registration The next session of AdU will be offered in Fall 2009. Program Overview The perfect course for junior-level employees, AdU gives a broad introduction to the various departments within an advertising agency. The program has also been expanded to include a class on the rapidly expanding interactive realm of the industry. We provide this training in an environment that is based on practical knowledge and taught by professionals who hold senior management positions at various companies throughout the industry. Potential Students This course is appropriate for entry-level agency employees and also entry-level sales employees seeking a broader understanding of the agency and how its various departments work in collaboration. Program Curriculum Account Planning Planning is about enshrining the consumer and is at the heart of the creative and strategic process. Creative Creative is the vehicle to deliver a product's message....

Website Help

Wed, 20 May 2009 22:56:39 GMT

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Download the following user guides for answers to common questions:

Section 1: Getting Started
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Section 2: Getting to Know Us
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Section 3: Getting to Know Yourself
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Section 4: Getting Involved
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Membership Application

Mon, 11 May 2009 22:30:32 GMT

Thank you for submitting your membership application to thinkLA!

Your membership will become active within 24-48 hours. If you need your membership activated immediately, please contact membership@thinkla.org.

If additional information is required to process your membership, you will be contacted by a member of the thinkLA team.

43rd Annual thinkLA Belding Awards Show Winners

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 21:05:36 GMT

-Jump to Bowl Winners- -Jump to Finalists- Download Full Winner's List View Press Release Sweepstakes Bowl RPA, Honda Musical Road, American Honda Motor Co., miscellaneous advertising Bowl Winners Conill Advertising, Is that the lineman, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A, Inc., miscellaneous advertising David&Goliath, Borrego Stickers, Kia Motors, consumer magazine advertising David&Goliath, White, Mammoth Mountain, consumer newspaper campaign David&Goliath, New Kind of Luxury, Kia Motors, television commercial Deutsch LA, Little Big Planet, Sony Computer Entertainment America, integrated campaign Deutsch LA, Little Big Planet - Stencil Print, Sony Computer Entertainment America, consumer magazine advertising Deutsch LA, 2008 Beldings Book Ad, Deutsch LA, self promotion Deutsch LA, March Madness, DIRECTV, consumer magazine advertising Deutsch LA, Sports - March Madness, Lambeau, Stadiums, DIRECTV, consumer newspaper campaign Deutsch LA,...

Industry News

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 02:15:52 GMT

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Terms of Use

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:37:29 GMT

THINKLA.ORG TERMS OF USE PLEASE READ THESE TERMS OF USE CAREFULLY BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS THAT APPLY TO YOUR USE OF OUR SERVICES AND CONSTITUTES A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND US. BY CLICKING ON THE I ACCEPT BUTTON OR BY ACCESSING OR USING THE SERVICES IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER, YOU ARE CONFIRMING THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO, SHALL ABIDE BY AND COMPLY WITH ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THESE TERMS OF USE. WHENEVER YOU USE OR ATTEMPT TO USE ANY FEATURE OR FUNCTION OF OUR SERVICES, EVEN IF YOU STOP USING OTHER FEATURES OR FUNCTIONS OF OUR SERVICES, YOU WILL STILL BE BOUND BY AND REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS IN THESE TERMS OF USE THAT APPLY TO YOU. These are the terms and conditions that constitute the official terms of use (Terms of Use) between you (you or your) and thinkLA (thinkLA, we, our or us) that apply to your use of our Website and the available services, features and functions (as more fully...

Privacy Policy

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:33:46 GMT

THINKLA.ORG PRIVACY POLICY This is the official privacy policy (Privacy Policy) of thinkLA.org that governs our use of the personally identifiable information (Personal Information) you submit via our Website and does not cover any other information, whether collected in any other manner or for any other purpose, nor on any other website or service unless specifically stated. Any terms not defined in this Privacy Policy have the meanings set forth in the Terms of Use. Our Privacy Policy does not supersede the Terms of Use that govern your use of our Website, but supplements its terms and conditions and is incorporated herein by reference. Any conflict between the two shall be determined in favor of the Terms of Use. 1. OVERVIEW When we use the term Personal Information we mean information such as your first/middle initial or name and last name, street address, town or city, state, zip code, mobile device number, telephone number, email address, and any other...

Business Directory

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:09:56 GMT

As a new resource to the community, thinkLA has started a comprehensive business directory. Four-month listings start as little as $80!

thinkLA corporate members receive a complimentary 1-year listing ($200 value).

Related non-profit associations and ad clubs also receive complimentary listings as a community resource. Please contact tony@thinkla.org for more information.

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Advertising University

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:57:37 GMT

Program Description

Advertising University (Ad U) was started over 8 years ago by the Los Angeles Advertising Agencies Association, now known as thinkLA. The program consists of two indpendent sessions - Ad U and Ad U grad. Each session lasts about 4 weeks, meeting twice weekly. For more information on a specific program, please click the appropriate link below.

Program Goals

Ad U aims to supplement training that many agencies do not have the resources to provide. It also gives students a broader perspective of the industry, as classes are taught by a wide cross-section of senior level executives, based on practical knowledge and real-life examples.

Cancellation & Return Check Policy

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:37:06 GMT

To cancel an event registration and to receive a full refund you must contact our office 3 business days (by 5:00 PM) prior to the event date. No refunds will be issued after this time period. Specific events may have a different cancellation policy. Kindly refer to the event page for any changes.

Please contact Kari at the thinkLA office at kari@thinkla.org to cancel or for any registration questions.

A $15 Return Check Fee will be assessed on any dishonored checks.

thinkLA Magazine

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:15:45 GMT

The magazine community hosts several events annually to promote magazines as a vibrant and exciting medium for advertising. They help reps keep their fingers on the industry pulse through breakfasts and luncheons with national industry speakers, as well as through various professional and social networking events.

thinkLA Interactive

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT

thinkLA Interactive provides the LA interactive community with educational and social events. thinkLA Interactive events are a great way to stay current on industry trends, as well as network with peers in both professional and social environments.

thinkLA AdZoo

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:14:31 GMT

AdZoo is a sub-set of thinkLA specifically for members aged 32 and under. AdZoo creates events geared towards this demographic, allowing for networking in a fun, entertaining environment.

AdZoo also offers its educational events, such as Ad 360!.

Signature AdZoo Events include AdJam & SnowJam. For the first time ever, AdZoo will be hosting Schmooze Cruise in late June.