The American Advertising Federation – Louisville (AAF- Louisville) has announced its April luncheon will feature Rich Stoddart, CEO of Leo Burnett and National Chairman of American Advertising Federation. Local advertising, marketing and communications professionals are invited to hear Stoddart speak about marketing in a world where participation is open to everyone.

Stoddart is a proven marketing leader who successfully drives growth and innovation for one of the world’s largest and most awarded communication companies, Leo Burnett. Under his leadership for the last six years, Leo Burnett North America driven significant growth and acquisition of new clients and has delivered some of the most effective and talked about campaigns for blue-chip clients including “Mayhem” for Allstate, “What Will You Gain When You Lose?” for Kellogg’s Special K and “Mean Stinks” for Procter & Gamble’s Secret. As CEO, Rich is recognized for his leadership in the development and integration of shopper, digital, social and mobile capabilities as well as talent acquisition.

Stoddard will discuss how the ideas that get the most attention today are intentionally built to engage people and inspire participation.