Adelaide Advertising and Design Club (AADC) welcomes its 2026 committee, bringing together a diverse group of industry leaders dedicated to supporting and progressing South Australia’s advertising, design and broader creative community.

Following an incredible 2025, the incoming committee will lead AADC into another year of events, education initiatives and awards programs, designed to champion both emerging and established talent across the state.

Returning Co-President, Sarah Luthaus, said the committee is excited to build on the momentum of last year.

“Last year we celebrated 50 years of AADC. Over half a century, hundreds of volunteers – including some of the most influential and respected minds in our industry – have kept this Club alive, driven by the belief that somehow we’re stronger together. From networking events and PD initiatives to our Annual Awards, members of AADC get so much value and exposure and 2026 is set to offer even more.”

Corey Swaffer, incoming Co-President for 2026 added,

“Everything AADC does only happens because of the people behind the scenes, our committee members, who are so generous with their time, ideas and effort. This year we have assembled another impressive team of people and we thank every one of them for stepping up to help make 2026 another great year for the club.”

The 2026 executive committee members are:

Co-President: Sarah Luthaus
Co-President: Corey Swaffer
Secretary: Maike Moritz
Treasurer: Marty Pepper
Acting – Treasurer: Taylor Martin
Chair of Operations: Paul Sobolewski
Chair of Sponsorships: Marcus Butler
Chair of Events: Steve Deeble
Chair of Communications: Rhys McMahon
Co-chair of Education: Luke Cussans
Co-chair of Education: Scott Illingworth
Chair of She Creates: Maddie Tierney
Chair of Awards: Nic Eldridge
Chair of Memberships: Matt Robertson

Supported by multiple sub-committees, AADC will continue to expand professional development pathways, celebrate local creative achievement and cultivate an inclusive, collaborative industry culture. Together, the committee will drive AADC’s mission to inspire, connect and promote its members and South Australia’s creative communications sector.