If you’ve ever wondered whether your marketing efforts are truly making an impact, you’re not alone.
We welcome you to a free, engaging session designed specifically for local business owners and marketing professionals. Hear from nationally recognized digital marketing experts on the evolving media landscape—and walk away with real, actionable steps you can take to strengthen your marketing strategy.
Join us for coffee and baked goods from Bread and Friends or a beer and small bites at Happy Hour on Wednesday, August 6 at Allagash Brewing (50 Industrial Way, Portland, ME).
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Featured Speakers
John Lich, President of Amplified Digital Agency
With over a decade of experience helping businesses grow through digital strategy, John specializes in turning complex marketing challenges into simple, effective actions. His team has helped companies across industries drive measurable results—and at this session, he’ll share practical tools and takeaways you can implement immediately.
Stefanie Manning, Managing Director of the Maine Trust for Local News
Stefanie leads the strategic direction of the Maine Trust for Local News. With a deep background in publishing, Stefanie spent over a decade in New York City, most notably as Associate Publisher of O, The Oprah Magazine at Hearst. Since relocating to Maine in 2013, she has been a passionate advocate for sustaining and strengthening local journalism. At the session, Stefanie will share insights on Maine’s evolving media landscape, the power of trusted local news, and what businesses need to know to effectively engage their communities.
You’ll also meet leaders from the National Trust for Local News including CEO Tom Wiley and Chief Portfolio Officer Ross McDuffie as well as other members of the Maine Trust advertising team.
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