SoCon, one of the Southeast’s longest running social media events, returns to KSU on Feb. 9, in the Social Sciences Building.
The conference runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and will encompass interactive panels with key speakers, breakout sessions, and opportunities to make connections with professionals. Breakout topics will give detailed information on the proper use of digital media, Tumblr, curated content, cross-platform marketing, niche publishing, and more topics pertaining to social media.
“Each year we offer a mix of beginner, intermediate, and expert level sessions to meet the needs of our diverse audience. Everyone who comes will find beneficial learning and networking opportunities.” states the Socon13 website.
Socon13 keynote speakers include Turner Sports VP of Marketing Jeffrey Miram, YEAH! BURGER Marketing and Communications Manager Ema Carr, Cox Media Group Social Media Manager Mathilde Piard, and The Fox Theatre E-Commerce and Social Media Manager Russell Suavé. With over 30 additional speakers, SoCon13 offers a broad range of professional experience.
“SoCon13 offers learning schedules for everyone from business owners, marketing professionals, and digital strategists to CEOs, journalists, and non-profiteer, with the freedom to network and attend working sessions outside your professional path,” SoCon13.com states.
SoCon13 marks the seventh year The Center for Sustainable Journalism at KSU is hosting the conference. The CSJ aims to ensure that ethically sound journalism thrives and is best known for the Juvenile Justice Information Exchange publication. CSJ Executive Director Leonard Witt has 25 years of journalism experience and blogs at PJNET.org.
Socon13 is $69 for the full day, which includes meals, entry, and conference swag. Students can use the promotional code ‘Student20’ for a 20 percent discount. Group rates are available upon request. More information about SoCon13 and online registration can be found at http://www. socon13.com.
