MARKETING IN FOCUS
odyssey
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS
SMA’s award-winning panel and networking conference
March 5, 2023 at SFU Harbour Centre
WHAT IS MARKETING IN FOCUS?
A unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals
Connect with like-minded individuals that have first-hand experience in the marketing industry
a glimpse into the marketing industry
Explore different six areas in marketing through Q&A panels with our 25 industry professionals
A SOURCE FOR insight on skills to improve your career
Get inspired as we share personal stories and experiences to kickstart your own journey
MIF: Odyssey
March 5, 2022
10:00am–4:00pm
at SFU Harbour Centre
In our panel discussions covering six growing topics in marketing, industry professionals will give you exclusive insights, stories, and tips to kickstart your marketing career.
Over the six hour event, you’ll experience a keynote speaker sharing their personal stories, connect with industry professionals over lunch and dedicated networking sessions.
9:30AM Registration
10:00AM Opening & Keynote
10:40AM Session 1
11:50AM Session 2
12:50PM Lunch & Networking
1:50PM Session 3
3:00PM Closing Remarks & Networking Session
TOPICS WE’LL EXPLORE
You’ll have the opportunity to experience one unique panel per session
SESSION 1
Personal branding
Personal branding creates a unique image and reputation that represents you and what you stand for. Personal branding allows you to increase your visibility, build your network, and enhance your professional reputation, helping you achieve your professional goals and greater success.
Marketing for Nonprofit
Discover the art of raising awareness and supporting a noble cause through powerful logos, slogans, and visuals. Explore the challenges and rewards of marketing for nonprofits, where the goal is to change perspectives and hearts, not just sell a product or service.
SESSION 2
marketing in fashion
Marketing in fashion uses promotional strategies to build brand awareness and drive demand for fashion products. This involves advertising, influencer marketing, PR, events, and social media to connect with the target audience and showcase the brand's unique style and values.
marketing in sports
Sports marketing involves promoting sports products, teams, events, and players to increase brand recognition, build fan loyalty and generate revenue through techniques like sponsorships, endorsements, merchandise sales, and event promotions.
SESSION 3
social media marketing
Social media marketing uses engaging content on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to build brand awareness, drive traffic and boost sales. Connect with your audience and tell your brand's story for a powerful marketing impact.
b2b marketing
Learn from experts about B2B. Gain knowledge on targeting audiences, messaging, campaigns, measuring performance, and staying ahead of trends. This panel session is designed for anyone interested in B2B marketing, from business owners, marketing specialists and curious students.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
marketing in non-profit
daniel breedveld
Promise Vancouver
ekaterina gordon
Vancouver Maritime Museum
anna gray
Food Stash Foundation
karan johar
Glow Within Foundation
Personal branding
yzobel biron
Yzobel Creative Inc.
Marielle juan
@glowwithmar
Pooja kanakia
Freelance
marketing in fashion
Herman kwok
Aeternum Jewelry
Stephan lukac
Indochino
stephanie munez
Vessi
alice scheuerman
Alice Design
marketing in sports
jasluv brar
Surrey Football Club
Susie ernsting
M1 Sports Management
ADAM DAVID ferreira
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
jordan pink
Tradable Bits
social media marketing
Tyler ireland
Corus Orthodontists
Jasleen Kaur
Fundamental Research Corp.
MILANA kljajic
SocialKom Digital Marketing
Deanna wampler
Jelly Digital Marketing & PR
B2b marketing
mohammad ali
Luxury Hospitality Brands
Jeanne chen
Badnotti Net Services
nicholas cheung
RollsRight LTD
ava Tamizifar
P&G
Polina mamont
eSentire & Freelance