AdMonth Week 1: Thriving Creatively Workshop

Join us on October 1st at Resurgence Brewing for a special AAF Buffalo workshop hosted by Barney and Alisha Abramson of Thinking Creatively.

This engaging session will explore the intersection of mental health and advertising, offering tools and insights to help creatives manage stress, avoid burnout, and thrive in the fast-paced world of our industry. Don’t miss this important conversation designed to support both your work and well-being.

Thriving Creatively

Thriving Creatively is a wellness initiative built for the creative industry. Co-founded by award-winning creative director Barney Abramson and licensed marriage & family therapist Alisha Abramson, the platform bridges design and mental health to help creative professionals prevent burnout and sustain long-term growth. Through workshops, coaching, and speaking engagements, Thriving Creatively equips teams with practical tools for resilience, balance, and creative momentum. Their mission is simple: to protect the people behind the pixels and redefine what it means to thrive in creative work.
Event Schedule

5:30 Check in

6-7:30 Workshop

7:30-8 Q&A

This event is open to anyone in the marking, advertising, video and arts industries. Students and pros are welcome. Choose the buy three get one event free option in checkout to get access to all four AdMonth events for the best price!
Barney Abramson

Barney Abramson is an award-winning creative director with over 20 years of experience leading in-house teams and mentoring designers. As co-founder of Thriving Creatively, he blends his design leadership expertise with a passion for creative wellness, helping teams prevent burnout and build sustainable careers. He speaks nationally on design leadership, team culture, and mental health in creative work.
Alisha Abramson

Alisha Abramson is a licensed marriage and family therapist and co-founder of Thriving Creatively. Specializing in resilience and sustainable performance, she translates therapeutic insights into accessible tools for creative professionals. Her workshops and coaching bring clarity, balance, and actionable strategies to individuals and organizations navigating the pressures of the creative industry.

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