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LOCATION:Four Points Hotel by Sheraton, 5121 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton, CA 94588
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DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:To generate sales, you have to make yourself known; that's why every startup needs PR.  Good PR helps you communicate the need for your product or service, differentiate you from your competitors and build your relationships with the press, bloggers, and analysts who will get the word out about your company.  Although today startups may wonder if they should spend money on PR, without it your campaign may fizzle, not sizzle. =0D=0A=0D=0AJeannette Bitz-a seasoned PR executive with more than twelve years experience developing successful PR strategies for technology companies-will discuss the value of communicating with the most important media, reporters and influencers in your market prior to your launch.  She'll also take a look at the changing media landscape and how it's affecting PR today.  Business and industry trade publications are cutting back and closing. Industry bloggers are gaining in importance.  Social media-Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and even YouTube-have become key communications tools for the media and PR professionals.=0D=0A=0D=0AWho should attend:  This session is designed for start-up companies preparing to launch their product or company into the market.  Since top-level executives are often involved in such launches, company presidents as well as vice presidents and directors of marketing will find the presentation of interest.=0D=0A=0D=0ACOST AND REGISTRATION:=0D=0AFree for eBig Members, $15 for Pre-registered Guests or $20 at the door.=0D=0Ahttps://www.123signup.com/register?id=3Djqybf=0D=0A=0D=0AMORE INFO: =0D=0AEvent Website: https://www.123signup.com/register?id=3Djqybf=0D=0AEvent Email: rhilger@ebig.org=0D=0AVenue website: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3D712=0D=0A=0D=0ASponsored by East Bay Innovation Group=0D=0AThe East Bay Innovation Group is the East Bay's leading technology organization. Connected to the best and brightest developers, entrepreneurs, and start-ups in the East Bay, with strong ties to industry experts, and major technology corporations, eBig is the premier resource for information, education, and personal networking for people seeking connections and technology resources.
SUMMARY:What Every Startup Needs to Know about Public Relations
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