Public Speaking Events
The experts on the JB Media team love sharing our knowledge with others. From large-scale conferences to small group trainings, we’re excited to help many different audiences grow their digital marketing skills. Our speaking engagements cover topics including storytelling, content strategy, social media, SEO, ecommerce, crowdfunding, online advertising, public relations, and branding. We also share our story of entrepreneurship, passing on lessons we’ve learned from experience.
For more information on how we can give a talk, workshop, or training to your audience, please contact
syerkey@jbmediagroupllc.com
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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Contact Sarah Yerkey, our business development specialist, to discuss your needs and set your appointment.
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