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Registration opens Monday August 7, 2023 

Welcome to Marketing Unleashed, the first Southern Illinois small business masterclass designed to equip you with the latest and most effective strategies to harness the power of today's marketing tools. We understand that staying ahead in the fast-paced world can be challenging for small businesses. That's why we've curated a dynamic lineup of industry experts and successful entrepreneurs who will share their insights and experiences, providing you with practical knowledge and actionable steps to implement for your business. Marketing Unleashed is also an excellent opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and expand your business connections. 

This is an in-person, no-cost, masterclass that will take place at the Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center at SIU on Monday, August 28. Check-in begins at 7:45am with various workshops throughout the day, ending with a Networking Mixer at 4:30pm. (Full Schedule and speakers TBA)

The event will provide attendees with an extensive learning experience:

• Workshops on social media, SEO, video marketing, analytics, lead generation, e-commerce, AI and more

• Lunch provided 

• Keynote Speaker - Daniel Thomas, Deputy Director for the Illinois State Office of Tourism

• Take home materials

• Networking Mixer - Sponsored by Arthur Agency and Office of Innovation Economic Development at SIU

Follow this event on Facebook: (1) Marketing Unleashed - Creative Strategies for Small Business | Facebook

For disability accommodations, please call 618-453-5738. For more information about the event call 618-536-2424.

Thank you to our sponsors: Carbondale Tourism, Office of Innovation and Economic Development, Arthur Agency

 

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Amy Dion - Marketing Specialist at IL SBDC at SIU

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Franklin Rivera II - Founder and CEO of the V2M2 Group

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Nate Jordan - Director of IL SBDC at Rock Valley College

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Bridget Lescelius - Instructor of advertising at SIU

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Dennis Poshard - President and owner of Arthur Agency 

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Dr. Niki Davis - SIU Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management Program Director

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Dylan Street - CEO of Guerrilla Marketing

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Sadie Horan - Founder/CEO of The Highest Pony

 

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