Entrepreneur Forum - Can We Hear You Now?

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Can We Hear You Now?
Social Media for Your Business
Are you creating a conversation, or just talking to yourself? Discover how to be heard by integrating a solid social media plan into your marketing strategy. Jay Beaton and Joe Skibbie will help you pinpoint which social media platforms are best for your company, and why.

Speakers:
Jay Beaton, On the Beaton Path
Joe Skibbie, JRS Marketing Communications

Jay Beaton
Before his entrepreneurial breakouts, Jay was an executive in the hospitality and media industries providing strategic Marketing, Operations, and Sales solutions for Au Bon Pain, USA Today, and the Chicago Sun-Times. Prior to launching On The Beaton Path, he conceived, developed and co-created Spilling The Beans Chicago, a social media community dedicated to the Chicago coffee scene.

As the Principal with On The Beaton Path, Jay guides a team of creative professionals delivering Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Search Engine Marketing, and Social Media solutions to clients across the Chicago area, and beyond.

Jay speaks publicly, and instructs current MBA candidates on Social Media. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce, and has served as Board member and Fundraising Coordinator of Music for Youth in Arlington Heights.

Jay has an MBA from Northern Illinois University and received his BS in Business from Salem State College in Massachusetts.

Joe Skibbie
Joe Skibbie is a Digital Marketing Strategist for JRS Marketing Communications. Joe has been helping businesses “Be Seen” and “Be Heard” for close to 20 years. A traditionalist who cut his teeth in the Financial Services Industry, Joe understands the rapidly shifting Communications environment and brings his experience as a Small Business Advocate and Entrepreneur to his clients. Joe has a grounding in traditional communications practice and shares how integrating digital marketing strategies can expand a campaign’s reach. Joe’s passion is helping his clients grow, Joe is anxious to help you “Be Seen” and “Be Heard”.


Do you have a new business or career?  Are you confused about finding good information and resources for your market?  The Entrepreneur’s Forum provides educational and networking opportunities.  Each meeting will focus on providing direction, services and ideas for success in your enterprise.  This is open to any new, existing or start-up business entrepreneurs. The cost is $10.00, which includes a hot breakfast.