Social Media Marketing Do's and Don'ts to be Topic of Breakfast Roundtable

ALBANY, NY (06/19/2010)(readMedia)--

The New York Capital Region chapter of the American Marketing Association (NYCRAMA) announces the July AMA breakfast roundtable, "Getting Real in the Virtual World: The Do's and Don'ts of Social Media." Guest speakers Amy Mengel and Nancy McKiernan will bust myths about social media etiquette, and provide tips to maximize visibility and effectiveness on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, blogs and more.

WHO: Amy Mengel, founder of Social Media Breakfast Tech Valley and head of inbound marketing for readMedia. Amy is a social media guru and writes extensively about all things 2.0. Joining her will be Nancy McKiernan, owner of the web and design firm Charles Street Studio, who over the past 10 years has designed dozens of web sites and immersed herself in social media.

WHAT: Breakfast roundtable at Professor Java's with an opportunity to learn the nuances of social media from two social media experts. Coffee, baked goods and fruit will be provided.

WHEN: Thursday, July 22 @ 8:00-9:30 am

WHERE: Professor Java's-217 Wolf Road, Albany, New York

PRICING: Cost is $15 for AMA members and students, and $20 for non-members. If not paid online via credit or debit card, payment is expected in cash or check at the door. To make your reservation, please visit www.nymarketing.org. Space is limited.

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About the American Marketing Association

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About NYCRAMA

The New York Capital Region chapter of the American Marketing Association is the premier Tech Valley association for marketing professionals. Since 1992, NYCRAMA has been dedicated to elevating the marketing profession by delivering career development, educational opportunities, and promoting best practices for winning and keeping customers. The chapter provides an opportunity to learn from and network with hundreds of marketing professionals in the Capital Region. Find out more at www.nymarketing.org.