ORANGE COUNTY, CALIF. - (November 20, 2014) – Group Y, a leading
collective of industry professionals, announced a new learning
series, “101” - a collaborative event for youth culture, marketing
executives and influencers to gather and share their experiences,
interact, educate and discuss challenges.
Group Y, who has produced more than 80 networking events and educating
industry professionals since 2006, is kicking off it's inaugural event
on December 9th at Lido Live in Newport Beach, CA.
The event, “101:
Social Media & Digital Content,” presented by Group Y and FvS Media,
will focus on optimizing social media and digital content with intimate
working sessions featuring today’s power players shaping our culture
through media. Participants will hear real world examples of successful
initiatives from leaders in content and social marketing, aiming to
inspire attendees.
“We’re excited to launch a new series that brings together like-minded
industry leaders and influencers who share a passion for marketing and
media,” said Mark Sperling, co-founder of Group Y. “Our goal is to spark
new inspiration and ideas to influence their own projects and business
endeavors.”
The social and digital brand marketers leading the first event, will
help challenge conventional thinking and drive impactful discussions,
all who have prominent voices in media and represent action sports,
culture, entertainment and fashion.
- Nick Tran - VP of Demand Creation, Stance. Dominating the sock
game unmercifully and recognized as “Social 25” influencers in social
media in 2013.
- Scott Alexander - Director of Digital Marketing, Oakley. An
award winning visionary brand marketer, product manager and action
sports enthusiast.
- Paul Kersh - Director of Marketing & Strategy, Vans Warped
Tour. Oversees digital, mobile and social media marketing initiatives
for the tour. Now in its 21st year, the Vans Warped Tour is the longest
running traveling alternative music festival in the United States.
- Fred van Schie - Founder of FvS Media. Previously he served as
the marketing manager for Altamont, Emerica and éS. He launched FvS
Media with the goal of helping brands, shops and athletes in the action
sports industry to maximize their social media reach.
Attendees will engage with the speakers and participate in unique
“Birds Of A Feather” interactive group discussions. Each group will be
presented with a real situation that relates to social and digital media
to collectively discuss challenges and find solutions.
The 101 series is created to provide thought-provoking educational
opportunities to encourage professional growth among participants who
work in youth culture & marketing. Future 101 events will be curated
to represent a diverse range of business sectors and practices in
branding, events, public relations and legal.
Pre-registration available at $35 and the event begins at 6:30-10:00PM. For more information, please visit http://groupynetwork.com/101-social-media-digital-content/.
About Group Y:
Founded in 2006, Group Y is the original and leading collective of
professionals focused on youth marketing, action sports, entertainment
and other progressive and expressive cultures. Our mission is to share
insights across industries and ignite ideas that inspire the current and
next generation leaders and decision makers. Using events, outreach,
content and consultation, Group Y takes the work out of networking and
strengthens the areas where industries overlap. Group Y has produced
over 80 networking events and conferences throughout the United States
including Agenda Emerge, Mahfia Sessions and ASC Action Sports + Culture
conferences.
About FvS Media:
FvS Media is a social media agency and education company founded by
Fred van Schie in January 2012. FvS Media works with brands, retailers,
and professional athletes in the action sports industry to sync up their
social media channels, grow their social media audiences, and increase
interaction levels with their consumers as well as streamlining
marketing, PR and web initiatives.
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