The American Advertising-Baton Rouge is currently accepting entries for the 2011 ADDY® Awards. With more than 60,000 entries annually, the ADDY® Awards are the world’s largest and arguably toughest advertising competition. The ADDY® Awards represent the true spirit of creative excellence by recognizing the best advertising of all types, sizes and levels from entrants around the globe. Categories include: interactive campaigns, outdoor, web design, print, radio and television among others. A student competition containing similar categories is also included. The deadline for entries is Monday, January 10, 2011. For additional information, please visit http://addy2011.com/entries.

AAF-BR is also pleased to announce that the Pinnacle Awards are part of the 2011 ADDY® Awards event. These awards recognize outstanding accomplishments within our profession not directly related to traditional “creative” advertising (copywriting, graphic design, etc.), and will be presented during The ADDY® Award Show. The Pinnacle Awards include nine categories: Industry Account Executive, Media Sales Representative, Printing/Paper Company Sales Representative/Account Executive, Sales Manager, Media Director/Buyer, Marketing Director, Industry Newcomer, Industry CEO/President of the Year and Client of the Year. The deadline for Pinnacle Awards entries is Friday, January 7, 2011. The nomination form can be found at http://addy2011.com/pinnacle-awards.

The winners will be recognized at The ADDY® Award Show on February 19, 2011. Visit http://addy2011.com for all the details!