Secrets of Social Media Marketing: Get Your Food Brand Noticed

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You know that you should be using social media for your business, but you may be lost on where to start. Don’t worry, we are here to help. We are partnering with FamilyFarmed and The Hatchery Chicago to bring you The Secrets of Social Media Marketing: How to Create & Share Content That Will Get Your Food Brand Noticed panel event on Thursday, July 12th. Several entrepreneurs and influencers are excited to explain their personal food brands to you as well as the tips and tricks they are using to find success in social media marketing.

This panel will cover:

• Learning how to choose the right social media channels
• How to create content that stays true to your brand message
• How to work with influencers to expand your reach
• And much more!

AGENDA 

6-6:15pm: Arrivals/Networking

Please arrive before 6:15pm.

6:15-7:30: Panel Discussion

7:30-8pm: Q&A/Networking

Snacks will be provided. Purchase your ticket here and join us on July 12th.

Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door (Cash only).

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

Steve Gaither, Partner at Spiral Sun Ventures, President of JB Chicago

Steve Gaither is the founder of JB Chicago, an integrated marketing agency whose clients have included DMI, Tetra Pak, and Hershey’s. A mentor at the Good Food Business Accelerator, ICNC and The Hatchery, his relationships with the food and bev sector led him to cofound the Windy City Troublemakers, an early-stage food entrepreneur group in Chicago. Steve is also a partner at Spiral Sun Ventures, a food advisory and investment group focused on healthy food. He also works with multiple venture groups and family offices to provide additional capital and know how to food and bev investment opportunities. Steve graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Architecture and Planning. He resides in the Chicagoland area with his wife and three children.

Jordan Buckner, CEO & Co-Founder of TeaSquares

Jordan Buckner is the CEO and co-founder of TeaSquares, business coach for food entrepreneurs, and Forbes 30 Under 30 2018 recipient. TeaSquares are tea infused energy snacks crafted to enhance mental focus, while the company’s social mission is to fuel economic development in underserved urban communities. His personal mission is to create a business that enriches people’s lives, while mentoring others to do the same.

Kara Buffardi, CEO & Founder of Craveity Marketing, LLC (Moderator)

Kara is a marketing and advertising professional with 8+ years of experience in branding, website creation and digital marketing for small businesses to large national brands. In 2015, Kara founded Craveity Marketing, a digital marketing agency that works with small businesses in good and sustainable food. Kara and the Craveity team bring in years of experience to educate and guide clients on their website, social media and online communications so they can reach their audience and make a greater impact to their communities.

Our third panelist will be announced soon!