Social Media Best Practices & Networking Event

Complimentary French Hors D'Oeuvres

Wednesday, January 16, 2013 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM (PDT)

Constant Contact Social Media Workshop Starts Promptly at 4:45pm.

@ Bistro Unique - 1849 Union Street  San Francisco, CA 94123

This FREE event is the perfect combination of workshop and networking for San Francisco East Bay professionals. First, learn Social Media strategies (4:00pm-5:00pm) for your business or organization during the Constant Contact Workshop and then be social (6:30pm-8:30pm) with the other guests while enjoying FREE complimentary French appetizers at Bistro Unique in San Francisco.

Register Now!*FREE Registration includes Constant Contact Workshop and Bistro Unique Tasting / Networking Event

Learn about leveraging Social Media to grow your business and make new business and personal connections while enjoying food in San Francisco at Bistro Unique's on Wednesday 1/16 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. The Constant Contact workshop event is from 4:45pm to 5:45pm.

A FREE RSVP gives you access to BOTH the Constant Contact Workshop and the Bistro Unique Tasting Event. Please RSVP so we have an accurate count for the number of people. If you only come for the Workshop...that is fine...however why not stay for French Hor D'Oeuvres and Networking.

You’ve probably heard of social media. You may even understand the value social media can bring to your business. Now wondering how to start? In this introductory session, we cover strategies and best practices to get the most out of your social media activities, including:

· What is social media marketing really and why it is important

· An overview of social media and how to evaluate the channels that are right for your business or organization

· How small businesses and organizations are using these low-cost tools to gain visibility, develop relationships and drive sales and response

· How to create good content for your social media marketing campaigns

· How to incorporate social media marketing into your business life without losing productivity.

· How to create an integrated marketing plan with social media, email marketing and other marketing efforts

Social media can have a dramatic effect on the growth of your business by helping new customers discover you and engaging your current customers. In this session you will learn to navigate the social media landscape effectively, get tips on integrating your social media marketing with your email and other marketing efforts, and how to save time.

Network and socialize with other professionals, successful business owners, attorneys, bankers, real estate developers, physicians, technology gurus, sales and marketing experts and other professionals who live or work around Bay Area while enjoying the experience of Bistro Unique, which is newly located in San Francisco.

Event Includes:

Friendly greeters and an overall environment that makes it fun and easy to connect with others

Networking while enjoying several fondue entrees and dessert samples from their catering menu such as:

• Caramelized Onion Tart with Melted Blue Cheese 
• Wild Mushroom Puff Pastries 
• Smoked Salmon Creme Fraiche Toast 
• Homemade Chicken Liver Toast 
• and much more...

For their full menu visit here

Event Location:

Bistro Unique (http://www.bistrouniquesf.com/) 

1849 Union St., 
San Francisco, CA 94123 

Telephone: 415-218-4136

Conveniently located in between Laguna and Octavia St.  Bistro Unique provides a warm and relaxed environment for networking.

Timing:

This event is held on Jan 16th, 2013 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Bistro Unique in San Francisco. The Constant Contact Workshop starts promptly at 4:45pm. Please arrive before 4:30pm for check in. 

4:15pm to 4:30pm Arrive, Checking In, Networking

4:30pm to 5:30pm Workshop with two guest speakers. (Please arrive before 4:30pm, as Workshop starts promptly at 4:45pm)

5:30pm to 6:30pm Networking Social while enjoying complimentary light appetizers and Happy Hour $6 drinks

6:30pm Event Officially Ends - Stay for Dinner with the speakers for an amazing dinner at this elegant French Bistro restaurant

This entire event is FREE with an RSVP. RSVP NOW so we can add you to the guest list! MUST RSVP in advance!!

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Who will be there?

Young Professionals who want to socialize, entrepreneurs, business owners, attorneys, bankers, real estate developers, physicians, technology gurus, sales and marketing experts and other professionals, along with others to socialize and meet new people.

How many people show up?

Our events have at least 50 people, up to 175 people depending on the venue. We make sure people are open and approachable, regardless of how many people show up... you will be able to meet and talk to anyone... our greeters will be there to make introductions and keep things moving.

What to Bring:

Bring your cards. 

How to Dress:

This is an after work networking event, so even if you did not work...pretend and dress like you did! We all look good, when we dress professionally.

About BIstro Unique:

Get a glimpse of Bistro Unique - a relaxing, authentic French Bistro in the heart of Cow Hollow - come share in the atmosphere and great food. Nestled in a modern, authentic and romantic location on Union St., patrons of Bistro Unique SF will experience a reasonably priced, authentic French Bistro.

About the Organizer and Speaker:

David Mitroff, Ph.D. is proud to be a Constant Contact Local Expert, along with the Founder and Chief Consultant for Piedmont Avenue Consulting who consults with organizations and business owners in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Dr. Mitroff has held numerous consultative sales and technology positions, along with co-founding three companies, covering diverse environments including technology, business, legal, financial, retail, restaurant, government, academic, and health care. David is an active member, on the executive board, or advisory committees for several organizations. He continually collaborates with several consultant groups, merchant associations, and charities to best serve the community.

About Piedmont Avenue Consulting (www.PiedmontAve.com):

Piedmont Avenue Consulting is a San Francisco Bay Area based business development and marketing consulting firm who creates brand awareness, strengthens customer loyalty, and increases lead generation by leveraging new technologies and streamlining business processes. We offer new ideas and encourage creative initiatives from strategy through implementation, from company formation to updating an existing business. This process involves providing focused feedback with a plan of action to achieve ultimate success. As a collaborative partner, we offer impartial advice, guide, and transfer our skills to the client. Our clients belong to industries as diverse as restaurants, retail, finance, legal, high-growth start-ups, non-profit, government, real estate, and individual entrepreneurs. Across all industries, social media has proven indispensable in achieving our client' goals.

To learn more about Piedmont Avenue Consulting, see case studies, learn about our Constant Contact solutions and how we work with organizations like yours, we invite you to visit us at www.PiedmontAve.com.

Want to Volunteer?

We are looking for volunteers to help out at our events. Please introduce yourself to us or email Events@WalnutCreekEvents.com and let us know how you would like to volunteer and we can then better determine if their is a good fit.

• Greeters
• Photographers
• Social Media Promoters

Want to be a Sponsor?

Advertise and promote your business to our huge audience across emails, at events, and on our website and social media sites. Please contact us to learn more and to determine if their is a good fit.

• Gifts and Donations
• Food and Drinks
• Event Space Sponsor