Kim Strickland Selected to Serve as Juror for the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts

Kelley & Associates Advertising is proud to announce that Kim Strickland, Vice President & Senior Art Director, has been invited and accepted to serve as a juror for the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA). This prestigious, invite-only honor recognizes Kim’s deep expertise in design, branding, and creative direction, as well as her long-standing impact on the visual communications industry.

AIVA is an exclusive organization of leading professionals across the visual arts who are dedicated to embracing progress and elevating the evolving nature of traditional and interactive media. The Academy directs the strategic vision and oversees the judging processes for the internationally recognized Communicator Awards, Davey Awards, and w3 Awards. All jurors are selected for their proven excellence in the categories they evaluate, ensuring that award recipients represent the best in global creative achievement.

​This recognition places her among a select group of creative leaders who help shape and define the standards of our industry. Over almost two decades with Kelley & Associates, Kim has led award-winning branding, digital, print, and campaign work for organizations across local, national, and international markets. Her creative vision is grounded in strategic thinking, meticulous design craft, and a commitment to elevating the work of the clients and communities we serve.

“Kim’s talent has always been exceptional, and this honor reflects what we’ve known for years,” said Kelley & Associates President & CEO Christi Kelley. “Her eye for design, her leadership, and her passion for meaningful creative work make her an invaluable part of our team, and now a valuable voice in shaping industry excellence on an international scale.”

Membership in the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts is by invitation only and includes leaders from top agencies, brands, and creative organizations worldwide. Kim’s acceptance as a juror reinforces Kelley & Associates’ ongoing commitment to creative excellence and to pushing the boundaries of design across every platform.

We celebrate this incredible achievement and look forward to seeing Kim’s impact on the next generation of award-winning work within the AIVA community.

Learn more about AIVA at aiva.org.