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SUMMARY:AMA Birmingham Presents: How Influencer Marketing is Working For Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:A practical AMA Birmingham luncheon featuring local influencers sharing what really works in influencer marketing.\n\n\nInfluencer marketing is everywhere — but doing it well is still confusing for a lot of businesses. \n \nAt this AMA Birmingham luncheon\, we’re hosting a moderated roundtable with local Birmingham influencers who actively work with brands in our community. This conversation goes beyond follower counts and trends to focus on what influencer marketing actually looks like in practice. \n \nThis session is designed for business owners and marketers who want clarity\, realistic expectations\, and smarter partnerships — not hype. \n \nWhat We’ll Cover \n \nHow influencer marketing really works behind the scenes \n \nWhat brands often get wrong when working with creators \n \nHow influencers evaluate brand partnerships \n \nWhat a good brief\, budget\, and collaboration actually look like \n \nHow to think about results and ROI (without vanity metrics) \n \nThis is an honest\, experience-driven discussion focused on real outcomes for Birmingham businesses. \n \nEvent Format\n\nLunch + networking\nModerated roundtable discussion\nAudience Q&A\n\nModerator: Laine White\, VP at AMA Birmingham and Marketing Consultant at Uptick MarketingPanel: 3–5 Birmingham-based influencers (to be announced) \n \n \nAMA MEMBERS CAN USE.A CODE PROVIDED IN OUR EMAILS FOR 20% OFF TICKETS
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/ama-birmingham-presents-how-influencer-marketing-is-working-for-birmingham-2/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
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SUMMARY:AMA Bham Member's Night
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 28\n\nInnovation Depot | 6 – 8PM\n\nWhether you’re into card games\, board games\, or trivia – there’s something for everyone. Let’s hang out and make new connections! Hope to see you there!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is the first of our quarterly meetups exclusively for members. Check your email inboxes for more details. Meet your board of directors and learn how you can get involved. Know the benefits available to you nationally and locally. Bring your questions\, feedback and suggestions for making our chapter valuable for you and our local marketing community. We’ll have refreshments\, so let’s hang out and connect with fellow members! Hope to see you there!
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/ama-bham-members-night/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Special Events and Receptions
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SUMMARY:AMA Birmingham Signature Series Luncheon: October 2024
DESCRIPTION:AMA Birmingham Monthly Luncheon: October 2024\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the AMA Birmingham Chapter monthly luncheon – an opportunity to chat marketing and communications professionals over lunch. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n\n\n \n\nWednesday\, October 16 · 11:30am – 1pm CDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n \n\nInnovation Depot Inc \n1500 1st Avenue North Birmingham\, AL 35203 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRefund Policy\n\nRefunds up to 7 days before event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nEvent lasts 1 hour 30 minutes\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin AMA Birmingham for our monthly luncheon hosted at Innovation Depot. This month\, we’ll discuss Bridging the Gap Between Marketing and Sales. \nOur speaker\, David Wilson\, founder and CEO of Wilson Executive Group\, will share how collaboration between marketing and sales is critical to drive customer engagement and business growth. He will explore how alignment between key sales strategies and marketing efforts contribute to overall success. \nMore About David Wilson \nDavid Wilson is the Founder and CEO of Wilson Executive Group\, a consulting firm \nspecializing in customized training programs designed to improve teamwork and \nproductivity within organizations. The firm specializes in Marketing\, Sales\, and \nLeadership Development. \nHis career includes a diverse array of experiences\, including military service in the U.S. \nAir Force and 33 years as a Sales & Marketing Executive at UPS. Currently\, David \ncontinues his 25 year tenure as a marketing\, sales\, and management professor. The \nculmination of his experience continues to contribute to the fields of sales\, marketing \nand leadership\, while focusing on strong personal and professional relationships. \nDavid has also served in key leadership roles\, including as Past President of the Board \nof Directors for the Central Alabama Food Bank and as a member of the American \nMarketing Association’s (AMA) Professional Chapter National Council. He is a Past \nPresident of the AMA Birmingham Chapter. \nOutside of work\, David is passionate about road biking\, international travel\, and \npersonal fitness. He and his wife\, Christy\, share a love for beekeeping and enjoy hiking \nwith their German Shepherd\, Wilson.
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/ama-birmingham-signature-series-luncheon-october-2024/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
ORGANIZER;CN="American Marketing Association - Birmingham Chapter":MAILTO:contact@amabirmingham.org
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SUMMARY:AMA Birmingham Signature Series Luncheon: September 2024
DESCRIPTION:Date and time\n\n\n \n\nWednesday\, September 18 · 11:30am – 1pm CDT
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/ama-birmingham-signature-series-luncheon-september-2024/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
ORGANIZER;CN="American Marketing Association - Birmingham Chapter":MAILTO:contact@amabirmingham.org
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SUMMARY:AMA Birmingham Signature Series Luncheon: August 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Cindy Martin shares highlights and take aways from her 30 years of building successful digital media services and businesses. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n\n\n \n\nWednesday\, August 21 · 11:30am – 1pm CDT\n\n\nJoin AMA Birmingham as Cindy Martin shares highlights and take aways from her 30 years of building successful digital media services and businesses. From AT&T’s first dial-up to Magellan search engine to AL.com and now Bham Now\, learn what’s the same and what’s different. \nAbout the speaker \nCindy Martin is a digital media pioneer\, nature lover and community supporter. Martin is the Founder and CEO of media brands; Bham Now\, The Bama Buzz and Hville Blast. She serves as Director-at-Large for the Downtown Rotary and as a Board Member for the Black Warrior Riverkeeper. \nPreviously\, Martin was President of Alabama Media Group and the founding CEO of AL.com where she led the company from its inception\, for 16 years. Before moving back home to Alabama\, Martin was VP of Sales and Marketing for Magellan Search Engine in San Francisco\, one of the first public search engines on the Internet. She started her career in the Leadership Continuity Program at corporate AT&T in New Jersey and served on the founding team of AT&T’s Internet service offerings in 1994. \nMartin received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering\, ’84 cum laude and an MBA\, ’86 both from the University of Alabama. \nHer honors have included: Women’s Leadership Award (Culverhouse School of Business); Advertising CEO of the Year\, Birmingham Ad Fed; Top 10 Women in Business\, Birmingham Business Journal\, Small Business CEO of the Year\, Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and BADASS Woman\, BG Media. \nA native of Bessemer\, Alabama\, Martin is married to Cliff and lives in Birmingham with her cat Fluffy. When not working\, Martin enjoys hiking\, traveling and growing native plants.
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/ama-birmingham-signature-series-luncheon-august-2024/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
ORGANIZER;CN="American Marketing Association - Birmingham Chapter":MAILTO:contact@amabirmingham.org
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SUMMARY:Responsible Media & Marketing Strategies to Celebrate Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:AMA Birmingham has partnered with Alabama Media Professionals for a special luncheon that recognizes and celebrates Juneteenth. We’re featuring a guest panel of marketing and media professionals sharing insights and ways organizations may consider observing the recent holiday and connect with the community. \nEnjoy lunch provided by 1918 Catering! \n \nOur Guest Panel of Speakers: \n\nJeh Jeh Pruitt – WBRC FOX6 Reporter; Co-Founder of The Dannon Project\nJavacia Harris Bowser – Award-winning freelance journalist and essayist; Author of the essay collection Find Your Way Back: How to Write Your Way Through Anything. She’s the Founder of “See Jane Write\,” and has been featured in ELLE\, Southern Living\, Good Housekeeping\, Shondaland\, Good Grit and The Birmingham Times.\nCody Short – Journalist at AL.com and Owner of CoCo’s Tea Media. She has worked with Bham Now\, Summit Media\, ABC 33/40\, and WBHM.\nBriauna Perryman\, MBA – Founding member\, former Chief Marketing Officer\, and Vice President of Regenerate Society\, Inc. She is a Senior Consultant specializing in program design\, change management and engagement with Milepost Consulting.\n\n  \n📌 What are some ways we can address this recent national holiday in our community? How can we authentically honor it (not make it a sales tactic)? \n📌 Do we honor this holiday as an education opportunity to get involved and support Black voices and minds in the media and marketing space? \n📌 If your company or organization is curious about how to approach Juneteenth\, this event will facilitate a timely conversation and offer insights. \n  \nMarketing\, media\, business professionals\, DEI experts\, and community supporters\, please join the American Marketing Association Birmingham chapter and Alabama Media Professionals for an insightful panel discussion. Bring your questions and curiosity!
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/responsible-media-marketing-strategies-to-celebrate-juneteenth/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons,Special Events and Receptions
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SUMMARY:You’re Worth It: Communicating the Value of Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Learn the value of positioning marketing as long-term growth-enabling strategies and requirements of the modern company. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs the VP of Marketing for Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP)\, our speaker\, Rachelle Kuebler-Weber has helped grow SVP’s revenue by more than 300% in her 3 year tenure. In her role\, she combines deep passions for building empowered\, high functioning marketing teams\, excellent customer service\, driving growth\, and removing points of friction for Veterinarians\, their teams\, communities\, clients\, and pets.\n\n\n  \nRachelle brings more than 15 years of experience in building and leading teams in marketing\, digital\, analytics\, and martech for companies like National Veterinary Associates\, Dollar Shave Club\, E&J Gallo Winery\, and Emory University. Through this experience\, she understands how to build scalable\, sustainable growth. \n\n  \nWith layoffs on the horizon\, companies often consider cutting marketing. Ironically\, this necessary part of any business is viewed as a disposable activity. Marketing connects companies with customers. Are you aware of your value as a marketer? Do you know how to present your value to your company and report the right analytics? \n  \nThe American Marketing Association Birmingham Chapter’s May Signature Series Luncheon will feature Rachelle Kuebler-Weber\, VP of Marketing at Southern Veterinary Partners. Rachelle will present to members and guests of the marketing community\, sharing an informed and insightful perspective about the value marketers bring companies! \n\nKnow your value and how to prove it to companies.\nLearn how to ‘speak the language of the C-suite’\, especially when discussing marketing technology and analytics and sharing information executives care about — related to profit and revenue.\nGain insights to help you even when interviewing with companies and positioning yourself as a top candidate.\n\n  \nMeet us at Innovation Depot on May 15th Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be provided! Take notes. Bring your questions. And make valuable connections.
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/youre-worth-it-communicating-the-value-of-marketing/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
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SUMMARY:The Future of Marketing: AI\, Copyright\, and Innovation Unveiled
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned marketer eager to embrace AI-driven innovations or simply curious about the future of marketing technology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🚀 Unlocking the Power of AI in Marketing: Join Our Interactive Panel Discussion 🚀 \nAre you ready to discover the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in marketing? Don’t miss out on our exclusive panel discussion where we’ll delve into the exciting world of AI innovation and its game-changing impact on modern marketing strategies. \n  \n📅 Date: April 17\, 2024\n🕒 Time: 11:30-1pm\n📍 Location: Innovation Depot \n  \nHosted by AMA Birmingham\, this dynamic event is your gateway to exploring the limitless possibilities of AI in revolutionizing the marketing landscape. Our esteemed panel\, comprising an intellectual property attorney\, AI innovation expert\, and seasoned marketing agency owner\, will lead a captivating discussion on harnessing AI to drive growth and innovation in your marketing efforts. \n  \nDuring this engaging session\, you’ll gain invaluable insights into: \n\nHow AI is reshaping the marketing industry and driving unprecedented levels of efficiency and effectiveness\nThe role of AI in personalizing customer experiences\, optimizing campaigns\, and unlocking new avenues for engagement\nPractical strategies for integrating AI technologies into your marketing toolkit to stay ahead of the competition\nEthical considerations and best practices for ensuring responsible AI usage and compliance with copyright laws\n\n  \nBut that’s not all! We invite you to be an active participant in the conversation. Our panel discussion will feature an open Q&A session\, allowing you to pose your burning questions directly to our experts and gain actionable insights tailored to your specific challenges and objectives. \n  \nSeize the opportunity to be part of this transformative dialogue. Reserve your spot today and prepare to unlock the full potential of AI in marketing!
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/the-future-of-marketing-ai-copyright-and-innovation-unveiled/
LOCATION:Innovation Depot\, 1500 1st Ave N\, Central Meeting Space - Near Stairs\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luncheons
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SUMMARY:SEO Unleashed: Dominate Social\, Paid\, and Content Marketing Like a Pro
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Birmingham marketing and advertising professionals! \nGet ready to take your marketing game to the next level at the American Marketing Association’s “SEO Unleashed: Dominate Social\, Paid\, and Content Marketing Like a Pro” luncheon. \nOur Panel Includes: \n\nSara Sobolewski – Director of Content Marketing\, Doceree\nKayla Stinnett – Founder and Owner\, Iron City Social\nMatt Robinson – Director of Advertising & Analytics\, UpTick Marketing\n\nJoin us for an afternoon of: \n\nActionable insights from industry experts\nPowerful strategies to unleash the full potential of SEO across social media\, paid advertising\, and content marketing channels\nThe latest trends and best practices for optimizing your online presence and reaching your target audience with precision and impact\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned marketer or just starting out\, this event is for YOU! \nNetwork with fellow marketing professionals\, gain valuable insights\, and leave equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to dominate social\, paid\, and content marketing like a pro! \nDon’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to marketing and unleash the full potential of SEO! \nRegister today! \nSpace is limited. \n#BirminghamAMA #SEOUnleashed #MarketingEvent
URL:https://amabirmingham.org/event/seo-unleashed-dominate-social-paid-and-content-marketing-like-a-pro/
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