{"id":2068,"date":"2019-04-26T16:16:08","date_gmt":"2019-04-26T16:16:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ushaitianchamber.org\/?p=2068"},"modified":"2019-04-26T16:51:56","modified_gmt":"2019-04-26T16:51:56","slug":"free-workshops-available-at-the-3rd-annual-haitian-american-business-expo-and-job-fair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ushaitianchamber.org\/?p=2068","title":{"rendered":"FREE workshops available at the 3rd Annual Haitian American Business Expo and Job Fair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>ROOM 1:\u00a0<\/strong><strong>1:30pm &#8211; 2:00pm |\u00a0<\/strong><strong>3:00 pm &#8211; 4:00 pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Generate Business through\u00a0Social Media Marketing and<br \/>\nGreat Website Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Description:<\/strong><br \/>\nIn today&#8217;s market, harnessing the power of social media is a must if you want to grow your business, and the same goes for your website.<br \/>\nIt is important to have a strong online presence and brand, that reassures and strengthens the consumers trust, motivates them to engage more with your business\u2013\u2013and ultimately buy.<br \/>\nThis workshop will provide tools and actionable strategies to enhance your social media and your website, so you can promote and grow your business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You will learn:\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2014 How to create a Social Media Marketing (SMM) strategy in a few easy steps that works<br \/>\n\u2014 What each social media platforms truly do and how to select the best ones for your business<br \/>\n\u2014 Ways to set realistic budget for your brand, social marketing and website\/mobile or app<br \/>\n\u2014 How to NOT lose money with Facebook\/Instagram, LinkedIn or Google Ad campaigns<br \/>\n\u2014 Business value of branding and good design<br \/>\n\u2014 What is User Experience (UX), Customer Experience (CX), and how both can drive your business, and manage risk<br \/>\n\u2014 Using analytics and measuring success<br \/>\n\u2014 Tactics for building your online presence (short and long term)<br \/>\n\u2014 Simple ways to create great storytelling, by using keyword research to build out your content strategically, in turn enhance your Search engine optimization (SEO)<br \/>\n\u2014 Innovative technologies that can give you an edge and differentiate your brand from your competitors<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bonus:<\/strong><br \/>\nFree 15 min, one-on-one consultation on your business brand, website\/mobile, and social media presence.<\/p>\n<p>Workshop facilitator: <strong>Bettymedia<span style=\"font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;\">\u00ae\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><strong>x The Bettymedia &amp; Co<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Speaker:<\/strong><br \/>\nBettinna Justinien, CEO\/Creative Director runs Bettymedia or The Bettymedia &amp; Co, a design &amp; development agency specializing in UX\/UI design, brand building, marketing, social media, advertising, and video production.<br \/>\nPrior to starting her own business, she worked as a financial analyst for Lehman Brothers, JP Morgan and Credit Suisse. She has done deployment for IBM, Citi, AXA, Waterfront Alliance, Times Square Alliance, and many others.<br \/>\nHer agency provides exceptional business solutions that are dependable, scalable and tailored to client project&#8217;s specific need and budget. She founded Cake and UX, a discussion\/presentation and workshop series, where cake and wine is served to attendees,<br \/>\nwhile leading experts in Blockchain and emerging technologies discuss user experience (UX), mass adoption, emerging markets, and the future of design. Bettinna is Haitian-Canadian adventurer and on her spare time, directs short films as part of The International Kino Kabaret.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/3rd-annual-haitian-american-business-expo-and-job-fair-tickets-59744584661?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/3rd-annual-haitian-american-business-expo-and-job-fair-tickets-59744584661?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete\">REGISTER TODAY FREE<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>ROOM 2: <\/strong><strong>1:30pm &#8211; 2:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Starting your own business in Massachusetts<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>If you are considering starting a business in Massachusetts, this workshop will outline everything you need to know. Summary List of topics to be covered:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the process and requirements for starting a business, including;<\/li>\n<li>Legal steps<\/li>\n<li>How to choose and register your business name with the Secretary of State or your local City\/Town<\/li>\n<li>How to obtain an employer identification number (EIN), licenses, permits and insurance<\/li>\n<li>How to write your business plan<\/li>\n<li>How to get access to Capital and fast<\/li>\n<li>Learn more about available tools and resources in Massachusetts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A panel of experts will walk you through a crash course in opening and managing your business.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/3rd-annual-haitian-american-business-expo-and-job-fair-tickets-59744584661?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/3rd-annual-haitian-american-business-expo-and-job-fair-tickets-59744584661?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete\">REGISTER TODAY FREE<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>ROOM 2: <\/strong><strong>3:00pm &#8211; 4:00pm<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u><strong>Small Business Retirement Plans<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re self-employed or run a small business, please join us for this workshop on Saturday, June 8th at 3pm.\u00a0This workshop will help you navigate the retirement landscape and guide you through your options to secure your future.<br \/>\nTopics include:<br \/>\nCommon retirement options for small businesses<br \/>\nTips to help determine the best option for your business<br \/>\nHow to Fund Your Future without Starving Yourself in the Process<br \/>\nEstate planning issues that will be faced by the business owner and his\/her family at death<br \/>\nWe hereby formally invite you to this workshop.<\/p>\n<p>Workshop Facilitator: Stanley David<br \/>\nWorkshop date and time: Saturday, June 8th at 3pm<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/3rd-annual-haitian-american-business-expo-and-job-fair-tickets-59744584661?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/3rd-annual-haitian-american-business-expo-and-job-fair-tickets-59744584661?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete\">REGISTER TODAY FREE<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>MORE WORKSHOPS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ROOM 1:\u00a01:30pm &#8211; 2:00pm |\u00a03:00 pm &#8211; 4:00 pm Generate Business through\u00a0Social Media Marketing and Great Website Experience Description: In today&#8217;s market, harnessing the power of social media is a must if you want to grow your business, and the same goes for your website. 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