The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority in partnership with the Robert C. Byrd Institute, and the Summers County Convention and Visitors Bureau are excited to announce the production of a seminar series for regional businesses. Throughout May, these partners will bring a seminar focusing on the ins and outs of social media mastery to the counties of Raleigh, Fayette and Summers. Each course will include a seminar, hands-on workshop with guided exercises, as well as dinner, and reference materials.
Businesses widely recognize that digital commerce and social media are changing the way consumers make purchases. With people spending more and more time online as active participants in the consumption and generation of content, companies and brands who wish to stay relevant, are required to engage with customers by adopting a new strategy. Director of Business Retention and Expansion, Joe Brouse, explains that “for those of us working with existing companies and entrepreneurs, we are increasingly told by business owners that social media is their primary customer generator.”
“Social Media for Small Businesses” is a 1.5hr seminar that will take place on May 9th, 16th, and 23rd, in various locations throughout the region. During the course, speaker Bill Woodrum will provide attendees with a solid background in social media, help them choose the most appropriate platforms, learn how to write their first posts, and optimize content for search engines.
Participants will receive printed material as well as a light dinner. The course is free, but does require attendees to reserve a space. Funding for this training is provided by the United State Economic Development Administration through a grant to RCBI.
To find out more about the course, and see the agenda, visit https://www.facebook.com/nrgrda/events, email bwoodrum@rcbi.org or call Bill Woodrum at (304) 781-1670.
