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SUMMARY:Ballpark Bash 2026
DESCRIPTION:Ballpark Bash\n\n\n\nJoin us for a summer evening of baseball\, brews\, and great company at Ballpark Bash\, our group outing in partnership with PRSA Blue Ridge to see the Salem RidgeYaks! \n\n\n\nWe’ve secured spots in the Sections 214 & 216 and a special discounted ticket rate just for our crew. That means awesome views\, plenty of space to mingle\, and easy access to your favorite ballpark bites and beverages. It’s the perfect way to connect with familiar and new faces\, unwind after work\, and root for the home team. Friends and families are welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\n\nReserved seating in Sections 214 & 216\n\n\n\nNetworking and fun with AAF Roanoke + PRSA Blue Ridge\n\n\n\nClassic ballpark food + drinks available for purchase\n\n\n\nA relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for all\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, May 7\, starting at 6:35 PM \n\n\n\nWhere: Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1008 Texas St\, Salem\, VA 24153) \n\n\n\nCost: $10.91/ticket \n\n\n\n⚾ Don’t miss this chance to mix business with a little ballgame fun. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just in it for the snacks and socializing\, we’d love to see you there! \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Seat Now\n\n\n\nTickets are limited\, so grab yours at our special group rate and join us at the ballpark:👉 Get Your Ticket Here
URL:https://aafroanoke.org/event/salem-ridgeyaks-game-2026/
LOCATION:Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark\, 1008 Texas St\, Salem\, VA 24153\, Salem\, Virginia\, 24153\, United States
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SUMMARY:Using AI in Digital Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session on how AI is reshaping digital marketing and customer experiences. Rather than focusing only on tools\, “Using AI in Digital Marketing: What Works\, What Doesn’t\, and What’s Next” will help you understand where AI creates value in marketing. \n\n\n\nWe will walk through real-world applications and examples\, while also unpacking how AI works in practice. The session will also highlight key challenges\, such as bias\, hallucinations\, and data limitations\, so you can make more informed and responsible decisions. Led by Dr. Shilpa Rao\,  Assistant Professor of Practice in Marketing at Virginia Tech\, this webinar is designed for marketing\, advertising\, and communications professionals looking to use AI more thoughtfully and effectively in their day-to-day work.About Dr. Shilpa Rao: \n\n\n\nDr. Shilpa Rao is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Marketing at the Pamplin College of Business. She is also developing a Minor for AI in Marketing. Prior to joining Pamplin\, Shilpa earned her Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln\, where she taught courses in marketing analytics\, marketing research\, and digital Marketing. She has nearly a decade-long industry experience in various IT-related and leadership roles in the U.S. and India. She has worked for clients in various sectors\, such as banking (FirstData\, JPMorgan)\, healthcare (United Health)\, and travel (Travelocity). \n\n\n\nRegister for this free event today! \n\n\n\n\n                \n                        Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        CompanyTicket/RSVP(Required)AAF Member – FREEAd 2 Member – FREEStudent – FREENon-Member – FREETotal
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