Vegas Market Reprises Social Media "Hot Spot"

July 17, 2011  by in UnCategorized   

By Home Furnishings Business in Social Media on July 18, 2011

"The Hot Spot: Social Media Bar" will return to Las Vegas Furniture Market for a third time, August 1-5.

The Social Media Bar, in a new location, World Market Center C-301, allows market attendees to meet with experts who can provide the latest tips and techniques on how to maximize their presence and fully connect with their customers in the ever-changing medium of social media. This summer's Hot Spot will feature informational sessions twice a day, Monday through Wednesday, one for beginners and one for intermediate users, that will provide hands-on training for social media and tips for online marketing.

"Social media continues to be an important platform where businesses can connect with their key audiences," said Dana Andrew, vice president of marketing and public relations for World Market Center Las Vegas. "But, the fact remains that many people do not know how to take full advantage of this medium as a method of generating business. We see Hot Spot as a value-add for our attendees that will get them tweeting and updating their fans and followers in a way that will ultimately benefit their bottom-line."

The Hot Spot: Social Media Bar was inspired by the Apple Genius Bar and was introduced at the 2010 Summer Las Vegas Market. Free assistance is provided by Christi Tullis of PuTTin' OuT, who in addition to providing the latest tips for social media usage, can also help market visitors register their companies and brands on social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter.