About this Team
Texas State University NSAC Team is the 2025 National Champion in the countries largest and most competitive student ad competition hosted by the American Advertising Federation. In addition to winning 1st place in nationals, the team also won several other awards, including:
Bolton-MacVicar-Malone Best Presenter Award: Dalton Mumma
Jeanie Ruedy Best Presentation Team: Juliet Cano, Hailey Aaron, Alex Lopez, and Dalton Mumma
Connection Q&A Award: Ryan Eldredge
This year’s client sponsor was AT&T. The ask - Get Gen-Z to love AT&T while using their existing tagline, "Connection Changes Everything.” The solution - remind Gen-Z that throughout AT&T’s 150 year journey that connection is all about the human-to-human connection, and start with one simple word - HEY.
Faculty Advisors
Mike Devlin - Lead Advisor
Mike is a professor and Regents’ Teacher at Texas State University. He has been an advisor for TXST NSAC since 2018. Connect with him to learn more about our program and our students
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Sage Baker - Fall Advisor
With 20+ years of advertising experience as a strategist and consultant working at GSD&M and in her own consulting business, Sage joined the Texas State University faculty in 2023. She teaches courses in strategy and other foundational courses. She shares her passion for advertising with her students.
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Rick Wilson - Fall Advisor
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Clay Craig
Clay is an associate professor at Texas State University. He shares his passion for media and advertising with his students.
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Hey, Meet the 2025 Presenters
Juliet Cano - Account Executive
Juliet is a collaborative leader with a talent for connecting big-picture ideas to practical executions. As Account Executive of the NSAC team, she brought structure, clarity, and measurement to every phase of campaign development alignment. Graduating from Texas State with honors with a major in Advertising and a minor in international relations, she plans to remain a student at heart, and approach the world with kindness, curiosity, and team-work.
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Dalton Mumma - Account Planning Director
Dalton Mumma is a marketing strategist specializing in brand development and creating full service campaigns. Dalton led the development of an insight-driven campaign, translating audience research and market trends into clear, compelling strategy. His internship at The Carbon Agency honed his brand messaging skills.
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Hailey Aaron - Media Planning Director
Hailey is a thoughtful media mind with a passion for turning numbers into narratives. As media planner, she uses strategic insight and a storyteller’s heart to craft data-driven plans that authentically connect brands to real people. With years of customer service experience, she approaches media with understanding and curiosity, always looking to build meaningful, human-centered work. Whether it’s crafting a media plan, rallying a team, or presenting to the client, Hailey leads with energy, creativity, and the drive to make meaningful work that resonates!
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Alex Lopez - Account Strategist
Alex Lopez is a bilingual strategist who leads with empathy, and cultural insight. As the Senior Strategist for Texas State’s AAF NSAC, Alex played a central role in developing bold, human-centered campaigns that cut through the noise. His perspective shaped by cross-cultural experiences. Alex thrives at the intersection of research, storytelling, and intention. His experience spans campaign strategy, audience segmentation, and brand messaging. Alex is exploring opportunities in strategy, brand development, and cultural intelligence—seeking teams that value connection, curiosity, and fearless thinking.
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Hey, Executive Leaders and Coordinators Kept Us Connected
Ryan Eldredge - Executive Creative Director -
Ryan is a multifaceted creative with a sharp eye for design, a strategic mind for campaigns, and the hard skills to bring big ideas to life. As the 2025 Advertising Student of the Year and Creative Director of a first-place NSAC team, and winner of the 2025 Connection Q&A Award from AT&T, he blends imagination, discipline, and passion. He believes great work comes from great teamwork and strives to solve problems in original, meaningful ways – always pushing for the most novel and impactful ways to communicate.
Madison Weaver - Account Coordinator
Madison Weaver is a recent college graduate with a strong passion for advertising and creative strategy. With a deep appreciation for storytelling branding and audience engagement, she is excited to begin her professional journey in the advertising industry. Madison brings a blend of creativity curiosity, and a strategic mindset to every project, and she’s eager to contribute fresh ideas and meaningful work to the field she loves.
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Alex Beyerlein - Production Coordinator
Alex is an energetic and hardworking Production Coordinator who first served as Multimedia Producer as a junior and returned her senior year to take on a leadership role as Production Coordinator. With a strong foundation in project management, client relations, and content creation, she brings a sharp eye for detail and thrives in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish. Passionate about building meaningful connections and delivering high-quality work, Alex is always eager to learn, grow, and take on new challenges. Her relentless drive for excellence and commitment to innovation ensure every project leaves a lasting impression.
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Annabella Easdon - Jr. Account Executive
Annabella Easdon, an upcoming senior at Texas State University, is a budding brand manager focused on ensuring all campaign elements align with a client's brand for cohesive and impactful results. She understands the need for continuous brand monitoring and collaboration to achieve brand objectives. Looking forward to graduating this upcoming school year, Annabella hopes to apply her understanding of brand management in an agency setting.
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Hey - It All Started With our Account Planners
Dj Villarreal
Dj Villarreal is a driven marketing professional who is passionate about transforming fresh ideas into impactful strategies. He holds a Marketing degree from Texas State University and has gained hands-on experience through participation in NSAC, complemented by a versatile background in hospitality and music production. Dj’s extensive travel experience has shaped his adaptability and open-mindedness, enabling him to quickly adjust to diverse environments. His naturally empathetic and purpose-driven personality further enhances his ability to craft meaningful, human-centered advertising and branding campaigns. Always eager for collaborative brainstorming, Dj thrives when making genuine connections through storytelling and strategic insights.
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Khrissalyn Maldonado
Khrissalyn Maldonado is a recent marketing graduate with a passion for turning bold ideas into strategic impact. Known for her fresh thinking and dynamic energy, she thrives on creativity, data-driven insight, and purposeful communication. While contributing to high-level strategy on Texas State University's NSAC team, she focused on building detailed personas grounded in real human truths—helping bring campaigns to life by connecting deeply with audiences. During her internship with ExxonMobil, she sharpened her analytical skills, learning to pair data with storytelling. As a former Public Relations Chair for Delta Zeta, Khrissalyn brings a strong grasp of brand storytelling and audience engagement, making her a standout in competitive marketing environments.
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Zach Schulte
Zach Schulte is a recent Texas State University graduate with a degree in Advertising and a minor in Theatre and Consumer Affairs. As a member of the NSAC team, he enjoys blending research and storytelling to create campaigns that connect with audiences. His experience includes crafting strategy briefs, developing audience insights, and collaborating with creative teams. Outside of advertising, Zach loves to skateboard around town, float the San Marcos River, and channel his creativity through his passion for theatre. He’s all about making meaningful connections, both in his work and in his personal life.
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Check Out The Creatives That Connected the “Hey”
Colin Wade - Sr. Art Director
Colin Wade is a Senior Art Director with a passion for graphic design and an expertise in real-world brand connection. As a two-time National Student Advertising Competition participant, Colin’s work is grounded in thoughtful brand partnerships, earning national recognition for innovative art direction and immersive brand activations. Colin is always pushing creative boundaries, bringing a blend of design expertise and experiential thinking to every project.
Augustus Krueger - Sr. Copywriter
Augustus Krueger is a copywriter who talks about anything and writes everything. Sacrificing his posture, he’s dedicated to the craft of creative writing, bringing diverse tonality and the energy needed for the world of advertising. A natural team player, Gus thrives in collaborative environments, working closely with others to build the bigger picture. Also, you can call him Gus.
Molly Podber - Art Director
Molly Podber is an art director with a love for heavy metal music and all things design. Having a creative background and experience with the Adobe Creative Suite, she is driven to create eye-catching work with purpose. From concept to execution, she brings creativity, collaboration, and a unique perspective to all that she does. Whether she’s helping shape a brand or building out a campaign, she gives every project 100% dedication. At the end of the day, she really loves what she does, and she’s always excited to work with good people on great ideas.
Sydney Allen - Art Director
Sydney Allen is a recent graduate from Texas State University, earning her bachelor’s degree in Advertising. With a strong passion for thoughtful design and visual storytelling, Sydney brings energy, determination, and a creative eye to every project she takes on. Her background in creative direction allows her to approach design challenges with both strategic insight and artistic sensibility. She currently serves as an Art Director on the 2025 NSAC team, eager for what’s next to come. Outside of her professional work, Sydney enjoys photography, spending time with loved ones, and exploring the beauty of nature.
Connect with Sydney on LinkedIn and view her portfolio here.
Aeron Shipp - Art Director
Aeron is an Art Director skilled in advertising, visual storytelling, and brand design. With over six years of freelance graphic art experience, he merges creativity and strategy for impactful visuals. As a Content Creator for TXST Campus Recreation, he handles writing, social media, and website management, gaining valuable marketing insights. He excels in collaborative, fast-paced settings that prioritize creative problem-solving. Known for his curiosity and hands-on approach, Aeron infuses energy and intention into projects. In his leisure time, he enjoys video games and spending time with his dogs and family.
Lauren McGilvray - Copywriter
Lauren is a soon to be graduate of Texas State with a passion for everything creative, especially words. She strives to bring ideas to life in new and engaging ways. By working as a copywriter on the NSAC team, Lauren has conquered new creative obstacles and challenges, and has developed a multitude of disciplinary and teamwork skills. Aside from school and work, she enjoys art, photography, nature, poetry, and has a lifelong passion for music and songwriting. She is hardworking, motivated, and seeks beauty in everything—always striving to find creative ways to convey powerful messages.
Austin Barwegen - Copywriter
Austin Barwegen is a copywriter who thrives on pushing ideas to their limits and crafting engaging & immersive campaigns. Originally from Illinois, he took a bold leap to Texas, armed with a degree in Sports Management. Austin gained hands-on experience on NSAC while pursuing a second degree in Advertising, with a minor in Business Administration. Outside of enjoying soccer and the demands of student life, he finds peace in drawing and connecting with music, where his creativity continues to flourish.
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Sonya Eberhart - Lead Designer
Sonya Eberhart is a recent graduate of Texas State University, where she double majored in Communication Design and Studio Art. She is passionate about thoughtful creative design and its ability to elevate brands and drive compelling campaigns. Sonya’s love for collaboration and big ideas led her to join the 2024 NSAC team, and she returned the following year as Lead Graphic Designer for the 2025 team. She finds fulfillment in work that blends strategy with play, and always enjoys the challenge of bringing visual clarity to complex ideas.
Kailey Couillard - Designer
Kailey Couillard is a visual designer with a strong focus and passion for branding, advertising, and environmental design. She currently leads creative efforts for Texas State’s Campus Recreation as their lead designer, where she’s developed large-scale installations and visual systems throughout the building. As President of AIGA TXST for two years, she helped shape the organization’s creative direction while mentoring fellow student designers. Her design work spans branding, murals, advertising, and art direction—rooted in strategic thinking, storytelling, and a deep passion for creating work that connects.
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Emily Chu - Jr. Creative
Emily is a creative, outgoing, and quirky designer currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication Design and a Bachelor of Science in Advertising at Texas State University. In addition to her primary fields of study, she has a strong interest in religious studies and is completing a minor in the discipline. Emily is particularly passionate about trademark design and branding, and she gained valuable experience developing cohesive, strategic campaigns through her involvement with the National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC).
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Luke Fox - Video Producer
The Media Planners who Connected “Hey” To Gen-Z
Keegan Lanzerio
Keegan Lanzerio is a recent graduate of Texas State University, where she earned her degree in Advertising with a minor in Writing. With a passion for data-driven creativity and strategic storytelling, she found her love for media planning in the National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC). Keegan thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments and brings a sharp research mindset and a love for big ideas to every team she joins.
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Raymond Rodriguez
Raymond Rodriguez graduated with a degree in Marketing from TXST in May 2025. As a member of the strategy team in Fall 2024, and media team in Spring 2025, he possesses a proficiency in both aspects of advertising and marketing. Outside of the classroom, Raymond is currently the president of the Texas State Esports club. Raymond looks forward to joining the professional world, and utilizing his skills learned from NSAC and the classroom to further develop his professional skills and collaborate with clients in an agency setting or company environment.
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Maite Napoliello
Maite has a B.S. in Advertising and Media Studies and excels in adaptive creative thinking and execution — whether in formal creative roles or within research and media planning. With foundational experience in both research and creative, Maite hopes to bring a new perspective to her future endeavors. With her skillset in research databases and creative tools like the Adobe suite, she is eager to continue learning more from industry professionals and peers.
Tanner Owen
Tanner is soon-to-be graduate majoring in Advertising with a minor in Communications. He is currently looking for an internship position this fall, where he plans to utilize his media planning knowledge and expertise. He’s a hardworking, other-oriented team member who values communication, cooperation, and ingenuity.
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Jayla Martinez
Jayla is a senior at Texas State University, majoring in Data Analytics in Marketing. With a passion for uncovering insights through data, she thrives on transforming numbers into compelling advertising strategies that captivate audiences and drive measurable results. A collaborative team player, Jayla is set to graduate in Fall 2026 and aspires to bring her skills and enthusiasm to a dynamic agency environment .
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Reese Raley
Reese is a senior advertising major with a strong foundation in media strategy, data analysis, and insightful storytelling. Throughout her junior year, she excelled as a media planner for the National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC), aiding in the development of a strategic, data-driven campaign. In addition to her involvement with NSAC, she is also President of Texas State’s local chapter of the American Advertising Federation, where she leads initiatives that promote collaboration and organization growth. Reese’s passion for transforming data into compelling narratives, makes her eager to take on new challenges and deepen her industry expertise.
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