Small business owners struggling to find their voice in a technology fragmented world, this is the workshop to attend on how to let your small business presence be known! Hosted by Oakland Digital ODALC, this online marketing symposium is held at Oakland City Hall, the first of its kind, ever!

Supporting the bread and butter of our local economy – our locally owned small businesses – are social media pros: Andrea Weigend Ph.D. and Wendy Lea. Shaun Tai, the founder of ODALC, will offer a social media educational demo with a welcoming by City of Oakland Mayor, Jean Quan. Further, topics will cover online marketing, aspects of online and mobile reach, collaboration and community.

Pre-register to get your seat at www.oaklandsocialmedia.com.

Social Media for Small Business
Presented by Oakland Digital ODALC
Oakland City Hall 1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Friday, March 25, 2011
9:30am – 2:30pm (get your brunch morning off ahead of time!)

Lucky Charms* themed East Bay Bike Party: This Friday, March 11th, 7:30pm meet and leave from Rockridge BART on a 13 mile loop through the 510 East Bay! All are welcome, bring your bike and flashing lights as this is a night ride, a U-lock if you are going to stay with the after party. Essential reading FAQ: How We Ride!

The details from EBBP: We gather at Rockridge BART 7:30pm, depart at 8pm sharp, the ride ends right back on College near Rockridge BART so everyone that commuted by BART (respect!) can get home. The optional after party is a block away at Ye Olde Hut joined by Five Ten Burger truck (PDF menu).

*theme examples include: leprechauns, Irish culture, luck, charms, pots o’ gold, rainbows,, pink hearts, yellow moons, orange stars, green clovers – use your creativity!

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