2025 BIG WIG AWARDS

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The mission of Big Wigs is to recognize professionals who do an outstanding job for their clients in delivering successful and creatively executed campaigns. AAF-CB members nominate their favorite Big Wigs in different categories, and the public votes for their favorite.
The top Big Wigs in each category were announced at the
American Advertising Awards & Big Wigs Awards
on Friday, February 28 at The Art Museum of South Texas.

2025 BIG WIG WINNERS

1. Best Media Strategist: Lexi Buquet, Bucket Works

2. Best Social Media Manager/Content Creator: Savanah Alaniz, Visit Corpus Christi

3. Best Social Media Influencer: Christie Marie, @texasfoodexplorer

4. Best Media Sales Representative: Maggie Freeborn, Corpus Christi Hook

5. Best Printer Partner: Jill Clower, Arrow Display Signs

6. Best Promotional Items Sales Representative: Jessica Gallegos, Elevated Screen Printing

7. Best Experiential/Event Manager: Mallori Johnson, Visit Corpus Christi

8. Best Venue Coordinator: Belia Ortega, Texas State Aquarium

9. Best Event Photographer: Matthew Meza, City of Corpus Christi

10. Best Event Videographer: William Johnson, Knightstorm Productions

11. Best Commercial Actor/Model: Erika Marie Pedraza, The Blanco Agency/Knightstorm Productions

BIG WIG COMPETITION RULES
People who manage a team of three or more employees are not eligible. 
Only AAF-CB members may nominate.
Nominees do not have to be AAF-CB members.
All nominees are screened by a group of local industry volunteers to ensure eligibility.
Once nominees are finalized and nominees have accepted the nomination, voting is public.