The Education Committee   

From: William Childs; Co-Chair Education Committee...

I’ve been involved with the GLVAD Club since its inception. Next to my passion for great design, is my love for educating the next generation of marketers and designers..
 
At our first meeting back in 2000, while Pat and I were working at Adams Outdoor, we discovered our mutual distaste for all things mediocre.
 
So, it was only natural that we ended up on the Education Committee. Our approach is very simple. We share our passion for great messaging and design to anyone who expresses an interest. We openly share the knowledge we’ve experienced ourselves in our twenty-plus year advertising/marketing/design careers. The talks mix humor, with real life experiences, and a helping of tough love.
 
Georgia Castellano, a Moravian College Art Major summed it up best when she wrote.

“Their presentation was full of ideas and things to be inspired by. After listening to them,
I feel I have more confidence that I can be a creative designer.”
 
The response we receive is very humbling.  As part of our continued outreach we’ve always include a monetary donation to the school or university at which we speak.  We donate the money to the department with no strings attached.  Pat and I are honored to be able to share our knowledge and experiences through our work on this committee.
 
If you would like to learn more about having a presentation at your school or business,
Please contact us and we’ll be glad to set one up.