Facebook, Southwest Indiana Chamber To Host Free Workshop For Evansville Small Businesses

Congressman Larry Bucshon To Kick Off Event and Greet Attendees

CONTACT: Samantha Spielman, (781) 591-1374, sspielman@fb.com

On Thursday, September 3, Facebook’s Small Business Boost will travel to Evansville, Ind., to connect local small businesspeople with the tools they need to boost their businesses using Facebook.

The event will be co-hosted by the Southwest Indiana Chamber, with Congressman Larry Bucshon welcoming entrepreneurs.

“Effectively and efficiently reaching consumers is critical for Hoosier small businesses looking to grow and create jobs here in Southern Indiana,” said Congressman Larry Bucshon. “For most people, Facebook is integrated in our everyday lives and provides a great opportunity for businesses to communicate and connect with the community.  I’m thankful that the Southwest Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Facebook are partnering to help equip entrepreneurs with the tool necessary to harness their full potential. I look forward to helping kick off this great event.”

 

The Small Business Boost seminar will include a presentation by a Facebook small business expert on the latest Facebook best practices and strategies for success. A Q&A panel will follow, featuring local small businesses that will share their tips, tricks and suggestions. The panelists are representing the following local small businesses: bakery Gigi’s Cupcakes, remanufactured engines and engine service shop nFlow, full service repair, fabrication and machine shop Nix Welding and animal shelter Vanderburgh Humane Society.

During Facebook’s Networking Expo, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about community resources from local organizations and hear from local business leaders and decision makers.

How do Facebook and small businesses connect?

• There are more than 2 billion connections between local businesses and people who use Facebook.
• There are more than 40 million small businesses using Facebook to connect with customers.

Members of the media who have any questions or would like to attend the event should RSVP to Samantha Spielman at sspielman@fb.com.

WHEN AND WHERE:         

Evansville, Ind. – Thursday, September 3

Old National Events Plaza

715 Locust St., Evansville, IN 47708

Check In/Networking Expo: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Presentation and Q&A: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

To register and for more information: fbevansville.eventbrite.com

 

WHAT: FREE seminar on how to use Facebook to grow your small business.

WHO:  Representatives from Facebook, Congressman Larry Bucshon and small business owners.