February Think Tank - An evening knowledge exchange

February 24, 2009

When:      Tuesday, February 24, Networking starts at 7:00 PM.  Program starts at 7:30 PM.
Cost:        FREE
Where:     Seattle University, Schaffer Auditorium (Main floor of Lemieux Library)

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Imagine an audience of creative and intelligent folks, sprinkle in some subject matter experts, shake or stir and watch what happens.

Have you plugged in yet to social networking? Are you and active blogger? Have you replaced or augmented your personal or business marketing by leveraging social networking tools?

If you run a business you are probably considering how social networking fits into your marketing plans.  If you have some doubts consider that Barak Obama raised $800 million with on line social networking! Maybe you balked this year at spending $3 million for a 30 second spot on the Super Bowl to reach 95 million viewers and instead followed Universal Orlando Resort’s example. They reached 315 million people in 24 hours at a cost of $100,000 to promote the launch of the resort using social networking and webinars!

Notwithstanding specific successes of integrating social networking into personal, political and business planning the path to success is not always well lit and there are many forks in the road. Our panel of experts will help you navigate the course of social networking that best fits your objectives and help steer you to what is working, clear of what is not working and what you can expect from new tools in the future to help advance your business.

As always with NWEN Think Tank events, there will be opportunity for dynamic and engaging interactive dialogue.  This event is certain to be a unique and outstanding program so don’t miss it.  Early registration is recommended.  

OUR PANEL
Ian Lurie is President and CEO of Portent Interactive, a full service internet marketing company, providing marketing strategy, search engine optimization, marketing and analytics, creative and development to companies if all sizes.

Nathan Kaiser is the founder and CEO of npost.com, a blog focusing on entrepreneurship and start-ups. Nathan has created a strong community of Northwest entrepreneurs through the blog, twitter and events. In addition, nPost features a job board focused on the tech startup community.
 
Nick Huzar is co-founder and CTO of Konnects.com a social media site that gives individuals and organizations the ability to engage with other professionals online by creating individual profiles and online communities. The Konnects system is designed to mimic how professionals traditionally network with an emphasis on creating a professional profile, connecting with others based on interests and conducting business. If you are just wading into the benefits of social media Nick can tell you how today’s tools are advancing to serve you better.

Thank you to our Think Tank Sponsors: