Clicks & Bricks: Social Media for Small Businesses and Startups

This seminar will share up-to-date information on social media to our local small business and innovation community. Join us to learn:

• how to use social media effectively and efficiently

• what social media platforms fit with your target market(s)

• best practices on using social media to build your business

Specific strategies for retail, restaurant and personal services businesses will be discussed.

Speakers include Maria Miranda, Miranda Creative; and Jean Michael Coronado, Director and Wellness Coach, Incredible Weight Loss Center.

About Maria Miranda:

Maria is the Creative Director and Founder of Miranda Creative, Inc. She received undergraduate degrees in Marketing and Design at the University of Connecticut, and has completed post-graduate coursework in Interactive Technology, Communications and Trademark Law. For 30 years, Maria has served the strategic communications needs of clients from Maine to Florida, winning national recognition for effective, creative and compelling pieces. A community-focused leader, she is a member of many service organizations, regional chambers and non-profit boards. In 2014, The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut named Maria “Citizen of Year.”

About Jean Michael Coronado:

Jean Michael is the Director and Wellness Coach at Incredible Weight Loss Center with locations in both Groton and Waterford. Jean Michael is a nutritionist and dietitian who has helped many locals achieve their dreamed weight loss goals, better their health, and learn how to have a lasting success. He will share what he has learned through marketing his own business on social medial.

This event is free and is brought to you by the Town of Groton, Ignite and The Innovation Commons.

Light refreshments will be provided.