Integrity First: Remembering OOH Legend Karl Eller

Nancy Fletcher | March 12th, 2019

As media, sports, and academia honor the memory of the legendary Karl Eller (1928-2019), his many admirers recall the traits that guided him and inspired others. I knew Karl 40 years. He was positive, even when

I’ve Seen the Enemy and He is US

Pat O'Donnell | February 15th, 2019

This week – from Boise – I’ve been reminded why our industry can earn a poor image in the eyes communities, regulators, and yes, even advertisers. Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should.

OOH in 2019: Predictions & Insights

Stephen Freitas | January 14th, 2019

How OOH Advertising Can Reposition Your Brand

Dan Carey | January 7th, 2019

To reposition your brand, you need to tell a compelling new story, to a large and relevant audience, in an engaging and authentic way.  You also need to do it repeatedly over a long period, to

Nancy Fletcher’s 5 Predictions for OOH in 2019

Nancy Fletcher | January 3rd, 2019

1.  Advertisers will get out of home in unprecedented numbers. This year’s prescient slogan reminded the marketplace about the strengths of our medium, especially to complement digital marketing. OOH is hot and stays hot with steady PR buzz about the industry’s

Eight Tips for Successful Local Billboard Applications

Jennifer Berardo | December 10th, 2018

Jennifer Berardo attended the OAAA Legal Seminar in November. In her three years at Price, Meese, Shulman & D’Arminio in New Jersey, most of her legal work has involved billboards. Ms. Berardo agreed to share her

Four Life Lessons from Minnesota Business Icon Bob Naegele Jr.

Nancy Fletcher | November 12th, 2018

Forty years ago, Bob Naegele Jr. gave me my first job in out of home advertising, at age 23. I didn’t know much then, but I learned a great deal from this exceptional and decent man,

Three OOH Take-Aways from the Mid-Term Election

Nancy Fletcher | November 12th, 2018

Last week’s election reminds us of the wisdom of bipartisan political outreach, the opportunity to expand political-ad sales, and the importance of political speech. Bipartisan Outreach Control of the US House has changed three times since

Advice from OOH Specialist Agencies for Independent Billboard Operators

Nancy Fletcher | November 7th, 2018

On November 5 I joined executives and staff at Mile High Outdoor, Pacific Outdoor, and American Outdoor for their company meeting. There we discussed the current OOH industry and I presented on “The Future of OOH.”

Tips for OOH Billboard Independents

Steve Richards | November 5th, 2018

Nancy Fletcher of OAAA spoke to leadership of our affiliated companies (Mile High Outdoor, Pacific Outdoor Advertising, and American Outdoor Advertising today in Phoenix (November 5, 2018). She spoke about the future of independent billboard operators,