ESPN's Mike Tirico headlines fall 2010 speaker list for Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing
Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing, a weekly networking group for the area's public relations and marketing professionals, expects between 75 and 100 people in weekly attendance for its fall 2010 lineup.
That lineup, announced this week, includes Ann Arbor resident and ESPN commentator Mike Tirico, who will address LA2M on Oct. 20. Tirico will discuss his experiences as a member of the media covering the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
ESPN commentator Mike Tirico of Ann Arbor
"Internet marketing strategy is crucial to marketers and business owners," he said in a press release. "The demand for digital is growing exponentially, and this fall LA2M will challenge Ann Arbor to think digitally and utilize the online space to connect with customers."
The group, which meets Wednesdays from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Conor O'Neils on Main Street, is becoming a networking hub for Ann Arbor's marketing sector. The upcoming speakers include professionals who will address Google AdWords, search engine optimization, digital PR and Web site design, Mehraban said.
Other highlights of the 2010 LA2M speaker schedule:
-Sept. 15: Logic Solutions' Angela Kujava, a co-founder of Ann Arbor's YP Underground, will discuss "Mobile Apps: From Idea to App Store."
-Sept. 22: Ryan Schram of ePrize will discuss, "Relationship Marketing Through Interactive and Social Promotion."
-Oct. 6: Microsoft's Brad Mann will discuss, "In-Game Advertising, Put Your Brand In Play."
-Nov. 3: Identity PR's Brandon Chestnutt will discuss, "How to Build a Market-based Social Media Strategy."
Admission to LA2M is free, though a $3 donation is suggested. Lunch costs $10 but it not required.
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Comments
Wguru
Mon, Oct 4, 2010 : 9:33 a.m.
Because of the high interest, the October 20 LA2M meeting with Mike Tirico will be a ticketed event. Purchase tickets in advance at Eventbrite: http://world-cup-mike-tirico-la2m.eventbrite.com The special $20 ticket price includes lunch with an non-alcoholic beverage and tip. Proceeds above the lunch costs will go to charity. Visit http://la2m.org/events/mike-tirico-presents-world-cup-coverage-la2m for more information.
mkestly
Mon, Sep 13, 2010 : 2:08 p.m.
How is Conor O'Neils going to accomodate the kind of crowd that will probably attend this "event."
Derek Mehraban
Thu, Sep 9, 2010 : 2:44 p.m.
So excited that Mike Tirico is speaking at LA2M. I enjoy watching him on all his broadcasts. He is incredibly knowledgeable and works very hard to be the best in the business. His presentation on The World Cup is going to be amazing.