Real Talk: Marketing Lessons from Local Business Owners | Galveston County SBDC

What does effective marketing really look like? Hear directly from four local entrepreneurs navigating those questions every day. This panel discussion surfaces the best practices, hard-won lessons, and creative approaches that keep local businesses thriving.

Highlights:

• Practical marketing tactics with limited time and budget
• The role of community and relationships in growing a local brand
• Biggest marketing mistakes and what they'd do differently
• The marketing channels that drive results vs. the ones that waste time
• The role of local influencers in shop local strategies

This session is for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketers who want to strengthen their local brand, improve their marketing strategy, and learn practical tactics from experienced local business owners.

Panelists:

      Russel Hatfield, Seabrook Cheese Co.

      John Wilkinson, Java Owl

      Kimon Psarovarkas, Skippers

      Jacquelyn Wieland, Solutions Provided

Special Instructions: Registration and Networking from 9:00- 9:30. Event will start Promptly at 9:30 AM.

Breakfast Sponsered by AMOCO Federal Credit Union

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Please Note:

• Each person attending an event must have their own account. Multiple people may not register under one account.
• The SBDC reserves the right to cancel a class for insufficient enrollment, weather emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances. Should a cancellation occur, we will use the email you provided to contact you.
• Preregistration is highly recommended. If an event is canceled or postponed and you have not preregistered, we will not be able to contact you.
• Satisfactory meeting room temperatures are difficult to maintain. Always bring a sweater or jacket to ensure comfort.
• No children under the age of 16 are allowed in the workshop.
• Only service animals allowed - If you need to bring a service animal with you to a workshop please contact us ahead of time.
• Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the Galveston County SBDC at (409) 933-1414 for accommodations, or if you have questions about this class.