Ads That are Making Waves in 2025: e.l.f. x Matt Rife and American Eagle’s Sydney Sweeney Campaign

By Leah Pawlowski The advertising world in 2025 is buzzing with bold campaigns that are not only grabbing attention but also sparking heated debates. Two campaigns in particular, e.l.f.’s collaboration with comedian Matt Rife and American Eagle’s “Great Jeans” campaign with actress Sydney Sweeney, have drawn both applause and criticism for how they approach creativity, … More Ads That are Making Waves in 2025: e.l.f. x Matt Rife and American Eagle’s Sydney Sweeney Campaign

Product Placement 101

By: Layna Alvarez Why is Product Placement Important? Product placement is a silent yet influential approach to market the products and services of brands to potential consumers. Fans of the popular TV show, Stranger Things, noticed the grocery store scene that effortlessly integrated the Eggo brand. More recently, E.L.F. was dragged on social media for … More Product Placement 101

New Year, New Ideas: Ad Club Is Back!

By Layna Alvarez It’s been an incredibly eventful summer in the advertising industry. There have been countless successes and failures, from Dunkin’s creative collab with Sabrina Carpenter to American Eagle’s questionable vision for Sydney Sweeney. Trends are ever-changing; now it’s time for us to follow in the footsteps of Ad Club members past to shape … More New Year, New Ideas: Ad Club Is Back!

Chop & Hue Agency Tour

By Isabella Zdanowski On February 21st, Ad Club will be traveling to Ada, Michigan, to tour Chop and Hue! Chop & Hue is a film and video agency that specializes in production and post-production, made up of a diverse team of animators, cinematographers, editors, sound designers, and producers. They focus on delivering high-quality work that … More Chop & Hue Agency Tour

Super Bowl LIX (59): How Brands Used Advertising to Make an Actual Connection with People

By Olyvia Kovicak Super Bowl commercials have long been a cultural phenomenon, sparking conversations, laughter, and even debate on social media in real-time. These ads serve as a bridge between brands and audiences, creating memorable moments that resonate on a personal level. In past years, there’s been a noticeable shift from celebrity-focused commercials to those … More Super Bowl LIX (59): How Brands Used Advertising to Make an Actual Connection with People

Ad Club & 8ThirtyFour

By Isabella Zdanowski On January 31st, Advertising Club members and non-members alike had the unique opportunity to tour Grand Rapid’s own 8THIRTYFOUR!  8THIRTYFOUR is a consulting agency that prides itself on “delivering results through integrated communications strategies and smart implementation.” They are widely known for their unique and creative way of approaching the advertising world … More Ad Club & 8ThirtyFour

Meet Brian Wheeler: A Leader in Global Automotive Marketing

We’re excited to introduce Brian Wheeler, the Head of Marketing Communications and Strategic Intelligence for PPG’s Global Automotive division. With over 15 years of experience in the automotive industry, Brian brings his skills in business development, marketing, communications, and sales. Brian’s career began in journalism, where he worked in local TV, newspapers, and business magazines. … More Meet Brian Wheeler: A Leader in Global Automotive Marketing

Meet Royal (Victor) Hawthorne: GVSU Ad Club’s Next Speaker

Get excited, Ad Club members! We’re thrilled to announce that our next guest speaker is Royal (Victor) Hawthorne, a Marketing Associate at the renowned Van Andel Institute. Join us on September 26th as Victor shares his journey into the world of marketing, the innovative projects he’s been a part of, and how his role at … More Meet Royal (Victor) Hawthorne: GVSU Ad Club’s Next Speaker