Marketing 101 (10/26 & 10/28)

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When

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 9:00AM - 12:00PM PDT

Where

Virtual

Event Registration

Ticket Type Price
Early Bird Member Rate (Ends 10/5/21)
$110
Early Bird Regular Rate (Ends 10/5/21)
$160
TNP Member Rate
$130
Regular Rate
$190
LACDAC Grantee (No Payment Due--Please Select Payment Method "Cash")
$190
First 5 Region Four (No Payment Due--Please Select Payment Method "Cash)
$130

Event Details

Marketing 101

Two-Day Workshop: October 26 & 28; 9:00am - 12:00pm (Virtual)

Are you a novice in marketing and promotions? Are you wondering where to start? If so, then this introductory level course will help you understand the building blocks of marketing your organization to the public, including the primary features of developing your brand and targeted messaging.

After the two-day course, you will have a solid understanding of the important foundational components of marketing. Then you can move forward strategically and plan your future promotion.

Learning Objectives:
  • Learn how to apply the Marketing Mix to your nonprofit's programming;
  • Assess and define your Target Audience(s) and make sure your messaging is persuasive and effective;
  • Delve deeper into your organization's branding to develop key messages;
  • Stylize your key messages for each audience by crafting a Message Matrix, while always keeping true to your mission and your brand;
  • Finally, you will learn some low-budget promotional tools to effectively brand and accelerate your nonprofit's mission


Trainer: Leslie Smith, McCormick L.A. Public RelationsLeslieAMSmith

Beginning her career at an Orange County advertising agency, Smith soon made a shift to association management and served as the communications director for local and statewide membership associations. She performed various public relations and community outreach functions.

Since founding McCormick L.A. Public Relations in 1994, she has performed a wide array of services covering the gamut of marketing, advertising, and public relations activities. Her clients include businesses of all sizes covering several industries including: nonprofit organizations, business associations, real estate, restaurants, aerospace, government agencies, retail products, and restaurants. She is a creative and strategic thinker, a meticulous planner, a trained facilitator, and a seasoned presenter.

Smith is a past president of the Junior League of Long Beach where she is still a member and lends her talents as an advisor and trainer; has served on the Board of the Fairfield Family YMCA; the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce; and held a variety of positions in the PTA including president.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and a Minor in American Studies from California State University, Fullerton. She has earned a professional writing certificate from California State University, Long Beach.



Cancellation policy: We require notice of cancellation at least 48 hours in advance of the class start time. No refunds will be provided for no-shows or late cancellations. All registrants are encouraged to send an alternate if unable to attend.

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