Public Speaking

Events and Conferences

 

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We Love to Share Actionable Digital Marketing Knowledge! 

The experts on the JB Media team love sharing our knowledge with others. From large-scale conferences to small local events, we’re excited to help many different audiences grow their digital marketing skills and capabilities.

Keynotes, Special Presentations, and Technical Labs Designed for Your Community’s Needs

Our speaking engagements cover topics including storytelling, content strategy, social media, SEO, e-commerce, crowdfunding, online advertising, public relations, and branding. We also share our story of entrepreneurship, passing on lessons we’ve learned from experience.

Our Team of Experts Can Go Anywhere, Online or In Person

Co-founders Sarah Benoit and Justin Belleme and our guest instructor Sumaya K. Owens, founder of Present Moment Media, have all provided technical talks, training presentations, inspirational keynotes, and full and multi-day workshops for companies, business associations, non-profits, government entities, destination leadership groups, arts councils, and much more. We’re experienced with presenting educational content in a variety of environments and locations and can ensure your event delivers value to every attendee.

For more information on how we can give a talk, workshop, or training to your audience, please contact
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“I love Sarah!! Sarah is an inspiration!! She takes what can be an intimidating process and makes it so approachable.

You leave one of her programs feeling inspired and ready to take up the challenge.”

~ Nancy Parlo, Director Tunkhannock Business and Professional Association  

2023

Topic: Tell Your Story – Personal Branding & Social Media Strategy 
Event: Movement Mortgage
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Everyone Knows Marketing Sucks 
Event: Asheville Chamber of Commerce
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: GA4 and Creative Digital Strategies 
Event: Visit Laurel Highlands PA
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Social Media Trends, Engagement, and Chatbots
Event: PRSA of WNC
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Emcee
Event: 2023 Western Womens Business Center Conference
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Makers Mixer – Marketing Real Talk
Event: Craft Your Commerce
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topics: Online Sales, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing Basics, Google Business Listings, and Email Marketing
Event: TACTIX App and Course
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Website Usability Basics, Marketing Online without a Website, and LinkedIn Marketing Strategy
Event: Western Womens Business Center
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: How to Create an Actionable Social Media Strategy
Event: Craft Your Commerce and Blue Ridge National Heritage Area
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: How to Create Instagram Reels and TikTok Videos
Event: Blue Ridge Parkway Association 
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: GA4 
Event: Asheville Bed & Breakfast Association and Romantic Asheville 
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

 

2022

Topic: SEO Basics & Google Analytics 
Event: Visit North Alabama
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Email Marketing for Creatives Part 1 and 2
Event: Craft Your Commerce
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: DIY Audio, Video, & Photo Basics 
Event: EBCI Virtual Training 
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: The Power of Great Customer Service & Marketing Partnerships 
Event: Explore York PA Virtual Summit
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Marketing and Small Business Panel Moderator 
Event: Craft Your Commerce 
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Non-profit Staff and Board Retreat 
Event: Literacy Together 
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Everyone Knows Marketing Sucks 
Event: Asheville Chamber of Commerce
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: ​​Build a Creative Brand with Heart and Authenticity
Event: BRCC – The Art of Business Event
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: ​​Introduction to GA4 and GA4 Data Overview
Event: American Booksellers Association
Speaker: Sarah Benoit 

 

2021

Topic: Social Media Advertising Bootcamp
Event: JB Media Institute
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Innovation & Resilience – Reinvent Your Path to Success
Event: Western Women’s Business Center
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: How to Stay Productive – Tips for Working from Home
Event: Western Women’s Business Center
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Innovation & Listening – The Keys to Success
Event: Visit Hendersonville Tourism Summit
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Current & Tested Social Media Strategies for Digital Marketing
Event: Western Carolina University Digital Marketing and Public Relations Certification
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

Topic: Best Practices for including Video in Your Content Strategy
Event: Western Carolina University Digital Marketing and Public Relations Certification
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

Topic: Analyzing the Stats and Effectiveness of a Digital Marketing Campaign
Event: Western Carolina University Digital Marketing and Public Relations Certification
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

Topic: Innovation & Resilience – Reinvent Your Path to Success   
Event: BRCC Prospering Conference
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: SEO & Content Marketing    
Event: Asheville SCORE Mentors
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Navigating Cultural Change and Customer Service & Chatbots    
Event: PRLA – PA Tourism Summit
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

2020

Topic: YouTube Marketing for Small Businesses
Event: AB-Tech Small Business Center
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: The Truth About SEO
Event: AIGA Asheville
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Increase Emotional Intelligence to Improve Digital Marketing Effectiveness
Event: Young Professionals of Asheville
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Social Media Workshop
Event: UC Berkeley – Haas School of Business
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Content Marketing Roadmap
Event: Start Some Good
Speaker: Justin Belleme

Topic: Change Your Game Online Series
Event: Chef AJ
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Women Empowering Women Series
Event: Chef AJ
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Local SEO Basics and Social Media Strategy 
Event: Tryon Together 
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Break through the Screen 
Event: JB Media Institute & Ignite CSP 
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

2019

Topic: Facebook Marketing Series – Trends, Best Practices, and Advertising Strategies
Event: Buncombe County Training Series
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: How to Tell Your Story and Grow Your Business on Instagram
Event: Beech Mountain Resort Lunch & Learn 
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Social Media Marketing 
Event: Asheville Independent Restaurants 
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Social Media Trends to Watch  
Event: BRMH 
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Social Media Marketing and Building a Successful Online Presence
Event: Natahala Outdoor Center Partner Event
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Telling Your Story with Digital Content & Social Media and Your Story Has Power Keynote
Event: PA Route 6 Alliance Partner Summit
Speakers: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Putting People First – Serve Your Audiences with Website Design and Social Media
Event: NC School Public Relations Association
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

Topic: How Storytelling Gneerates Connection, Engagement & Conversions
Event: Blue Ridge Parkway Association
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Digital Marketing for Tourism Businesses
Event: DIY Tourism and Local Marketing Workshop
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

Emcee
Event: 2019 Western Womens Business Center Conference
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Current & Tested Social Media Strategies for Digital Marketing
Event: Western Carolina University Digital Marketing and Public Relations Certification
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

Topic: Best Practices for including Video in Your Content Strategy
Event: Western Carolina University Digital Marketing and Public Relations Certification
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

Topic: Analyzing the Stats and Effectiveness of a Digital Marketing Campaign
Event: Western Carolina University Digital Marketing and Public Relations Certification
Speakers: Justin Belleme and Sarah Benoit

2018

Topic: Event Emcee
Event: Western Women’s Business Center Annual Conference 2018
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: The Magic of Branding and Marketing
Event: Camp Girl Boss
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Take Your Social Media to the Next Level
Event: ABC Children’s Institute 2018 
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Digital Marketing to Engage People and Build Your Business
Event: FemCity Tenacious Tuesdays
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Social Media Marketing, Video Marketing, Digital Marketing Tracking 
Event: Western Carolina University Digital Marketing and Public Relations Certificate
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic:Take Your Social Media to the Next Level
Event: EUREKAsiba
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Women Inspiring Women Panel 
Event: WomanUP Workshop
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

Topic: Take Your Social Media to the Next Level  
Event: American Booksellers Association Winter Institute 2018
Speaker: Sarah Benoit

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