Innisfil Online - Social Media Workshop

On Monday, February 13^th, the Town will host “Innisfil Online,” a series of 3 workshops directed at business owners, volunteers and residents ready to learn how to connect in the ever-changing online world.  It is the perfect opportunity for new and existing businesses to learn how to maximize the benefits of online tools from email to Facebook. 

Social Media Strategist, Dean Bracko of Blab It Canada, and Bob Minhas, President of AlphaStarr Technical Solutions, will demonstrate social media tools are not just valuable for connecting with friends and family but also present opportunities for businesses to extend their reach. 

Spaces are limited so registered in advance for one or more workshops.

Workshops:

1:00 – 3pm:       Professional Email Marketing and Etiquette

Bob Minhas, AlphaStarr Technical Solutions will discuss professional communication using email, as well as, important considerations when choosing an email address and service provider.   

Cost: FREE

3:00 – 5:00:       “10 Reasons to use Facebook”

Dean Bracko, Blab It Canada, will discuss the value of Facebook for businesses as well as practical tips on how to grow and maintain a Facebook presence. 

“Connecting with Customers Online”

Scott Knack, Alcona Esso, will share his experience using Facebook and how it has helped his business. 

                        Cost: FREE

6:00 – 8:00:       Facebook Lab

Dean Bracko will provide step-by-step instructions for creating a Facebook Page for your business or organization in this hands-on workshop (normally valued at $300).  Even if you already have a page, you can learn how to market and grow your page. 

*Participants are asked to bring a laptop with capacity to c onnect  to wireless internet. 

Cost: $50.00 per person ($10.00 to the Innisfil Food Bank)

Participants will learn: 

· How to be found in Facebook

· How Facebook can improve your Website page rank &Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

· Explore Facebook insights

· How to optimize your Facebook page

· Why and how to advertise on Facebook

· Why landing pages are important and tips for creating a landing page

· How to create a Facebook business strategy