Fairly Important Matters
JACKSONVILLE’S GAYLE HART WINS 2016 ADDY AWARD
was
The 2016 ADDY® Awards a
night of excitement.
With 57 awards presented to those in the advertising indus- try there were plenty of smiles on faces, but one stood out from the crowd. The 2016 Silver Medal award winner. The Silver Medal is the highest award that can be given by AAF-
Jacksonville to recognize men and women who have made outstanding contributions to advertising. They have been active in furthering the industry’s standards, creative excellence and responsibility in areas of social concern. Annually, AAF chapters bestow this honor upon out- standing members of the local advertising community. On Saturday night, Gayle Hart earned this honor. Kendall Barsin and Tyler Morris presented the award not only as
former presidents of AAF Jacksonville, but also as Gayle’s former interns and, more importantly, as her friends. Over the years, Gayle has shown commitment to the Jacksonville
advertising community through the years professionally in radio, City of Jacksonville special events and for the past 17 years as the Director of Marketing for the Jacksonville Fairgrounds and Expo Center. Throughout her career she has made countless relationships with her
work, through local designers, event planners, media and many business- es just to name a few. She has also earned her Certified Fair Executive status from the International Association of Fairs and Expositions. Gayle also has served as the President of the Florida Federation of Fairs. Her marketing campaigns for the Jacksonville Fair have been recognized nationally and have taken home numerous awards. Here is a note from Lisa Hinton, a colleague of Gayle’s and the Ex-
ecutive Director of the Florida Federation of Fairs. Gayle has brought a great, new dynamic to the Fair industry with her
creative ideas for promoting and advertising. She always approaches a project full speed ahead and tackles any project that comes her way – from organizing, creating, and implementing an event, to its promotion and advertising. Gayle is one of those people that’s still there making sure everything gets done, long after everyone else has gone home. If you have been involved with AAF Jax or attended one of AAF Jax’s events in the last 20 years, you have been impacted by Gayle Hart’s contributions. Her constant dedication to the Jacksonville chap- ter has made us an example to others chapters around the nation. Gayle has served in literally all positions on the board at some point her AAF Jacksonville career. She is a constant source of support for the organi- zation and often takes on some of the most time consuming projects, which include Past President, Past Addy Chair and of course past, present and probably future Media Auction Chair. Because of her lead- ership, she was chosen to guide chapters from the entire State of Flori- da and the Caribbean as the Chair for 4th district AAF President’s Council. Her contributions to Jacksonville are countless and the hearts of
friends and family she has warmed are numerous. We can think of no better person to receive the Silver Medal – her dedication and commit- ment to making Jacksonville a better place are an inspiration to us all.
Kendall Barsin, Gayle Hart, and
Tyler Lasher Morris
ST. LUCIE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NAMES FAIR BUILDING FOR JEANNE KEATON
The St. Lucie County Commission presented a proclamation to Jeanne Keaton and honored her by naming the new small animal building at the St. Lucie County Fair as “Jeanne’s Coop.” This surprise was pulled off totally without Jeanne’s knowledge by her board and the County Commissioners. Jeanne is most deserving of this recognition as she has given her heart, love, and dedication to all the youth exhibitors, volunteers, and participants of the St. Lucie County Fair. (see the building on page 30)
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