Zoom bombing: Maybe you have heard this term but aren’t really sure what it means. Zoom bombing occurs when individuals enter a Zoom meeting for no other reason than to wreak havoc. Due to the nature of Zoom, where all you need to join a meeting, for the most part, is the meeting ID number,Continue reading “How to Avoid Zoom Bombing”
Author Archives: Bud Gibson
Lighting Options that Won’t Break the Bank
In our last post, we discussed a little bit about video conferencing. One of the most important aspects of video conferencing, or even for just making videos, is the ability to be seen, and that means having adequate lighting. Probably the most common mistake, when working from home through a camera, is using a room’sContinue reading “Lighting Options that Won’t Break the Bank”
Zoom Tips for Beginners
How do we continue to communicate and remain productive while working from home? Well, the answer is with a lot of emails, messages, and video conferencing. If you are unfamiliar with instant conferencing, there are a lot of programs out there that get the job done. Here at the Center for Digital Engagement (CDE), weContinue reading “Zoom Tips for Beginners”
The Digital Summer Clinic : What is all the Buzz About?
The 2020 Digital Summer Clinic is almost here and there are many potential interns who are excited for it to get underway. We’re happy to be able to offer the Clinic, even under the current state of quarantine. Depending on prevailing conditions in June, we’re prepared to run the clinic either remotely or in person.Continue reading “The Digital Summer Clinic : What is all the Buzz About?”
Working Remotely : Touching on the Basics
When it comes to working remotely things can seem exciting because of all the freedom you now possess and yet it can also seem daunting due to maybe not knowing where to start. So, let’s start with the basics. When you are working from home, you have much more control over your working environment. InContinue reading “Working Remotely : Touching on the Basics”
Working Remotely : An Introduction
With all of us under quarantine, there is a lot of uncertainty about when we can get back to business as normal. Because of this, we seem to have been thrust into the world of video chatting and conferencing in order to get much of our activities complete. If you are anything like me, perhapsContinue reading “Working Remotely : An Introduction”
CDE Information Session Recap
The Center for Digital Engagement hosted an information session to let students know all of the ins and outs of the 9 week digital marketing internship. The Executive’s in Residence such as Jenn Hayman, Director of Marketing for Zingerman’s, and Eric Wortman, Account Executive at Google, introduced themselves and expressed the value they believe studentsContinue reading “CDE Information Session Recap”
Upcoming CDE Events
Whether you’re a student, business professional, or community member, I’m sure you’ll find something of value at any of our upcoming CDE events. Read to find out more about what you can expect. Our Google Tour happening March 6th is the only event exclusive to EMU students. Students get to hear from EMU alums who have successfully navigated theirContinue reading “Upcoming CDE Events”
Digital Marketing Workshop Takes On Fox 2
The creator of the Digital Marketing Workshop and director of the Center for Digital Engagement, Bud Gibson, was featured on Fox 2 this morning to tell us all about the upcoming event. “The Speed of Change” is the theme of this year’s conference which will teach businesses how to get up to speed with theContinue reading “Digital Marketing Workshop Takes On Fox 2”
Getting the Leg Up When Applying for Jobs – Profile on Nicole Raymond
Want a leg up when applying for jobs? That’s exactly what Nicole Raymond got through her experience at the Center for Digital Engagement. Working with start-up companies is unlike a normal work environment, and the experience you gain can take you far past the 8-week internship that the CDE offers. After growing up in Fenton,Continue reading “Getting the Leg Up When Applying for Jobs – Profile on Nicole Raymond”
From Farm to Ford Motor Company – Profile on Andrew Kanitz
For Andrew Kanitz, life took a turn towards digital after he decided to take a chance on the CDE Summer Internship Clinic. Growing up, Andrew lived on a rural farm in Milan. Life consisted of sports, farm work, and family; so coming to Eastern Michigan University was a bit of a culture shock. After changingContinue reading “From Farm to Ford Motor Company – Profile on Andrew Kanitz”
Discovering Your Passion – Profile on Dasha Jones
When pursuing a degree, an important question to ask yourself is simply, “Do I like this?” As a junior in college, Dasha Jones was in that exact situation and wanted to see if the marketing was right for her. After three years of selling Sony cameras at Best Buy, she was able to land anContinue reading “Discovering Your Passion – Profile on Dasha Jones”
Matching Skill with Passion – Profile on Alondra Ramos-Herrera
Do you want to take your work experience to the next level? That’s exactly what Alondra Ramos-Herrera did when she took the chance on CDE’s Summer Internship Clinic. Alondra spent a lot of her college career working management-level positions at stores such as Rue 21, Aldo, and Garage. After working retail job after retail job,Continue reading “Matching Skill with Passion – Profile on Alondra Ramos-Herrera”
No Marketing Experience? No Problem! – Profile on Barbara Suzanne Collins
No marketing experience? No problem! University of Michigan sophomore Barbara Suzanne Collins came into the CDE Summer Internship Clinic with one goal; to expand her skillset. That’s exactly what she did. “With the CDE, I was able to explore so many realms that I never had before! It made me fall even more in loveContinue reading “No Marketing Experience? No Problem! – Profile on Barbara Suzanne Collins”
A Fun-Filled Experience – Profile on Makenna Giles
If you have been to the Eastern Michigan University Student Center lately, you’ve probably seen Makenna Giles helping coordinate all of the events and designing various graphics. The Chicago native has worked as a marketing coordinator at the Student Center since October of 2018. Although Makenna is majoring in Public Relations and minoring in GraphicContinue reading “A Fun-Filled Experience – Profile on Makenna Giles”
From Dartmouth to Downtown – Profile on Abe Joo
An internship with the Center for Digital Engagement (CDE) is much more than just a summer job. It is the beginning of a network that can jumpstart your career and, let’s face it, that’s what most students are looking for. Connecting with business professionals is the whole reason Abe Joo, CDE Clinic alumni 2019, joinedContinue reading “From Dartmouth to Downtown – Profile on Abe Joo”
The Importance of Networking
As we wrap up the 2019 CDE Summer Internship clinic, the journey has really just started. For all of the interns involved, the clinic has given us a platform to build our network and sell ourselves to future employers! Throughout the clinic, it has been stressed that networking is very important. The reception afterward provedContinue reading “The Importance of Networking”
Final Words of Advice & Graduation Photos!
This summer flew by, especially for our summer clinic interns who spent the summer working with start-up companies! This past Tuesday and Wednesday, all of our interns graduated and attended a networking event directly afterwards. Intern, Jinkyung Byun, surprised all of the mentors with an appreciation plaque for all of their hard work. All ofContinue reading “Final Words of Advice & Graduation Photos!”
That’s a Wrap: Graduation Summer 2019
Yesterday evening, the Wednesday Cohort finished up the 2019 Summer Digital Clinic with a lovely soiree at Ann Arbor’s Bar Louie. Each participant who finished the clinic received not only certification from the CDE Clinic, but also successfully completed either Google Analytics or Google Ads Certification (or both). This summer’s highly successful clinic was theContinue reading “That’s a Wrap: Graduation Summer 2019”
Student Intern Spotlight: Jinkyung Byun
In this edition of the Student Intern Spotlight, we will take a look at someone who has a very unique story to tell. Meet Jinkyung Byun! Jinkyung is a Marketing and Human Resources Major at Eastern Michigan University. She is actually an international student from South Korea. She has a CPT (Curricular Practical Training) visaContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: Jinkyung Byun”
Student Intern Spotlight: Yulia Brown
In the CDE, many of our interns are undergraduate students or recent grads. Not too many of our interns have Master’s degrees. It’s not often that a typical intern, if there was a such thing, has a Master’s degree from another country. Meet Yulia Brown! Yulia is a 24 years old and has her Master’sContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: Yulia Brown”
The interview you’ve all been waiting for…Bud Gibson
If you are a student at the College of Business, an intern with the CDE, or even a small business owner, there’s a good chance you know Bud Gibson. He is constantly chatting with students about future career endeavors and working behind the scenes to make the clinic run successfully (and let’s face it…he’s theContinue reading “The interview you’ve all been waiting for…Bud Gibson”
The Career Advice You Didn’t Know You Needed
Welcome! This week, our interns had the pleasure of listening to panel speakers Thomas Lipscomb, Shaina Bertrang and Sam Chusiano talk about their experiences with start-ups and what they learned along the way. Tom is the Vice President of Sales for PassiveBolt, the designers of smart locks for your house. Shaina works for LawnGuru, a companyContinue reading “The Career Advice You Didn’t Know You Needed”
Tips for Digital Career Success from Angelina Miller of Google and Jorel McCree of Pinterest
Wednesday Cohort’s final invited speakers were Angelina Miller, a Manager for Agency Relations at Google, and Jorel McCree, an Account Manager at Pinterest. Both Miller and McCree attended college in the area and broke into digital careers. After various internships, both eventually worked together at iProspect before breaking into larger companies. Learn Everything YouContinue reading “Tips for Digital Career Success from Angelina Miller of Google and Jorel McCree of Pinterest”
Gain Confidence at the CDE Summer Clinic
Sasha Brown is a CDE Summer Clinic 2019 Intern with Shoptelligence. She is currently completing her Master’s of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications at Eastern Michigan University. Sasha completed her undergraduate degree December 2018. She stumbled upon the CDE Summer Clinic Internship via an email from Eastern Michigan University sometime March. Three months after graduating,Continue reading “Gain Confidence at the CDE Summer Clinic”
Student Intern Spotlight: Autumn Chall
The Center for Digital Engagement Summer Clinic is an internship for students of all majors and degrees. Autumn Chall, a CDE Clinic 2019 Intern, demonstrates how her unique psychology background has helped her participate in her internship at Ripple Science. According to RippleScience.com, Ripple is a web-based software for CROs, Principal Investigators and Project Coordinators. AutumnContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: Autumn Chall”
Choosing the Perfect Internship for You
Are you a college student or recent graduate looking to gain real-world experience in your career field? The Center for Digital Engagement at EMU wants to help connect you with the perfect internship for your career. 1. Career Goals. What is your dream job? Identify your ultimate dream job, don’t hold back! Plenty of peopleContinue reading “Choosing the Perfect Internship for You”
How to Have a Successful Interview
Welcome! You’ve applied for the job and successfully received an interview! You’re wondering if you’re going to get the job, what questions they’re going to ask and how you can make things go smoothly. Interviews can be stressful to say the least! You are already on the right path though because whether you’ve stumbled upon this post orContinue reading “How to Have a Successful Interview”
Reminder: Summer Clinic Reception on August 13th and August 14th!
The end of the summer is nigh! Participants of the 2019 Summer Digital Clinic will join alumni and friends on Tuesday, August 13th and Wednesday, August 14th for celebratory networking events. Light bites and drinks will be provided buffet style on Bar Louie’s patio beginning at 7:30 P.M. Individuals from both cohorts are welcome toContinue reading “Reminder: Summer Clinic Reception on August 13th and August 14th!”
Analytics for Dummies
What Employers Are Looking For
Welcome! During our Tuesday cohort meeting, panel speakers Ian Sherk and Jake Koppinger gave us some background about their companies, how they got to where they are and what they look for when hiring people. Ian Sherk is a 31 year old Canadian who started his career with a degree in business marketing from EasternContinue reading “What Employers Are Looking For”
Student Intern Spotlight: David Moening
Here at the CDE, we have multiple interns from the Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor area that go to nearby institutions. The program loves to venture out and appeal to different areas in Michigan. Meet David Moening! David is an Advertising major from Livonia currently attending Central Michigan University. He is also minoring in Journalism. DavidContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: David Moening”
The Guide to Resumes
Welcome! During our most recent Tuesday Cohort Meeting, panel speakers David Jenkins and Kim Brown talked to our interns about resumes and their vital importance in the interview process. Today, we are going over how to set yourself up with good resume before an important interview!Resume Tips: 1. Make It ReadableWhen writing your resume, tryContinue reading “The Guide to Resumes”
How to Get Hired | Zoe Lindsey of Duo Security
Zoe Lindsey of Duo Security stopped by Ann Arbor Spark Headquarters to share some nuggets of wisdom with 2019 Clinic Interns. As a recruiter at Duo, Zoe knows a good resume from a medicore one and a really bad one doesn’t even make it into her hands. (kidding, they do) Zoe doesn’t like bad resumesContinue reading “How to Get Hired | Zoe Lindsey of Duo Security”
Student Intern Spotlight: Ciara Haynes
In addition to all of the interns that work for startups in the CDE, some select interns have decided to also work with the Center for Digital Engagement itself. Meet one of the driving forces behind the CDE Alumni Reconnect Program: Ciara Haynes. Ciara is a Finance major at Eastern Michigan University who has herContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: Ciara Haynes”
Student Intern Spotlight: Alex Fodor
In case you weren’t aware already, social media plays a big factor in the CDE Clinic. Social media keeps our interns engaged and it also helps potential interns find out about our program. In this day in age, social media is a great way for people to discover new things. Meet Alex Fodor! A seniorContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: Alex Fodor”
Career Secrets from a Director of Marketing
Welcome! Our amazing clinic mentor, Jenn Hayman, agreed to share her BEST kept marketing secrets. Jenn is the Director of Marketing at Zingerman’s, a family of twelve businesses located in the Ann Arbor area. She is an Eastern Michigan University alum, a CDE pseudo alum, and she is also a member of the CDE’s advisoryContinue reading “Career Secrets from a Director of Marketing”
How to Build an Authentic Relationship in the Digital World
Doing business based on relationships is almost a thing of the past. With eCommerce taking over, a lot of companies are struggling to find a way to connect with customers. After talking with Denise Mahnick, VP of Marketing for Shoptelligence, and Gavin Todd, co-founder and CEO of Shopwindow, I learned a lot of ways they’reContinue reading “How to Build an Authentic Relationship in the Digital World”
Student Intern Spotlight: Pavitra Srinivasan
One of the many strengths of the CDE Clinic is that we specialize in engagement (it’s in the name.) We engage with interns who are not just from one school nor have one specific background. Even with these differences, interns feel that the overall objective is somewhat the same. Meet Pavitra Srinivasan! Pavitra is aContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: Pavitra Srinivasan”
The Keys to Career Success
Welcome! In our most recent Tuesday Cohort meeting, we had the pleasure of listening to panel speakers Zvezda Dueling with Ripple Science and Gavin Todd with ShopWindow. Zvezda is a Marketing Manager who participated in the CDE’s Summer Clinic Internship last year. Gavin works is a Digital Marketer who’s untraditional career path inspires people toContinue reading “The Keys to Career Success”
Spotlight On: Brian Kinsley
Unlike many students in the Center for Digital Engagement Clinic, Brian Kinsley is already steady on the path of breaking into the tech industry in Ann Arbor. After finishing up Washtenaw Community College’s Design and Development program, he had many offers for various short-term assignments and already had a significant amount of experience in theContinue reading “Spotlight On: Brian Kinsley”
Student Intern Spotlight: Jessica Finley
In the CDE, there are many different personalities and working styles between the interns. Some people are so confident in themselves that their personalities show anytime they speak. One of those people is Jessica Finley. A marketing major from EMU that switched from entrepreneurship. I recently got a chance to talk to Jessica about herContinue reading “Student Intern Spotlight: Jessica Finley”
Being Creative in Constraints
We are all “a creative” in some way or another. Creative problem solving is a skill that will get you far, and we learned even more about that this week from Hien Lam, co-owner of Huck Finch. One of the things that Hien mentioned that really stuck with me was the phrase be creative inContinue reading “Being Creative in Constraints”
3 Lessons to Live Life on Brand
Welcome Back! Our most recent cohort speaker, Hien Lam, is co-owner of Huck Finch, a brand agency for start-ups and designers. Hien was a passionate and captivating speaker that made the whole room want to hear more! He started off with a quote that read, “The act of dying is one of the acts of life”Continue reading “3 Lessons to Live Life on Brand”
Spotlight on: Alumna Gabrielle Miller
Gabrielle Miller graduated from Eastern Michigan University in December 2018 with a major in Communication and a minor in Marketing. While in school, Miller was President of the Multicultural Greek Council, Vice President of Zeta Sigma Chi, and held numerous other volunteer positions. She also worked as a Marketing Communications Coordinator at the Student CenterContinue reading “Spotlight on: Alumna Gabrielle Miller”
Student Intern Spolight: Celia Arsen
Welcome! An internship gives you the practical skills, workplace knowledge and greater knowledge of your industry necessary to move up in your career. There are so many more reasons to take on an internship such as, building your confidence, growing your communication skills and getting a feel for different industries. Most people have so many questions beforeContinue reading “Student Intern Spolight: Celia Arsen”
Ann Arbor Tech Track: American Center of Mobility and the Mobility Tech Industry
When it comes to high tech businesses, there has never been a better time to be in Ann Arbor than now! What I mean by that is there has never been more opportunities to work, experience, and connect with high tech businesses in the city of Ann Arbor. The city has carved its own pathContinue reading “Ann Arbor Tech Track: American Center of Mobility and the Mobility Tech Industry”
Spotlight on: Grad Students in the Center for Digital Engagement Summer Clinic
Spotlight on: CDE Graduate Students One of the coolest things about the Center for Digital Engagement’s Summer Clinic is the wide variety of experiences that come into the clinic. Participants in the 2019 cohorts come from 10 different schools, some of them being community colleges, universities, and even graduate schools, and further diverse class standingsContinue reading “Spotlight on: Grad Students in the Center for Digital Engagement Summer Clinic”
How your Social Media can land you a JOB
As a college student in 2019, you all likely have a social media. If not, please stop reading and make one. Social platforms in this day and age are so much more than just sharing photos to friends and family. It is an opportunity to showcase your talents, and connect with people all over theContinue reading “How your Social Media can land you a JOB”
How to Have A Successful Internship
Everyone’s definition of success is different. For many people success is materialistic. For others, success is measured by things such as family and friends. Many people see success as something tangible and a reachable destination. Success is not a destination, but rather a continuous process. The road to success can be long and many peopleContinue reading “How to Have A Successful Internship”
What Really is a Startup Company?
At CDE, interns are paired with various startup tech companies in the Ann Arbor area. These companies range from cyber security all the way to home services. However, starting in the CDE clinic, you may ask yourself “what’s a startup?” Merriam- Webster defines the term start-up as “the act or an instance of setting inContinue reading “What Really is a Startup Company?”
Professional Development 101: Business Cards for Networking Events
As part of the Center for Digital Engagement Digital Clinic, participants experience a host of fantastic networking opportunities. From panels with alumni, to mixers, to professional networking events and constant enhancement of web presence, participants gain a wide breadth of professional development in just nine short weeks with the hopes of launching a successful career.Continue reading “Professional Development 101: Business Cards for Networking Events”
So you’ve graduated…now what?
Change is always intimidating. Even when backed with excitement, the unknown can still cause a little uneasiness in everyone. Here at the CDE, we are trying to make the transition from college to post-grad as smooth as possible. Everyone’s path is unique, but we caught up with a few CDE alumni to see how they’veContinue reading “So you’ve graduated…now what?”
Less Than One Week Left! Apply Now to the Digital Summer Clinic Internship
Work with a high tech startup in the Ann Arbor SPARK incubator and earn $15/hour. Start your career in digital. Join past graduates who have gone on to work at Google, General Motors, Zingerman’s, iProspect, Career Now Brands, and other job market leaders. The deadline is April 30. Apply before time runs out.The internship is for 10 hours per week, running from JuneContinue reading “Less Than One Week Left! Apply Now to the Digital Summer Clinic Internship”
The Age Of Digital Assistants Event
An estimated 1.8 billion people are expected to use digital assistants by 2021, vastly altering how your customers learn about, experience, and purchase your products. On Wednesday, April 10, we hosted the Age of Digital Assistants event at Spark East. Our panelists included: Mike Lorenc, Head of Industry Live Events and Sports, Google Ansgar Strother,Continue reading “The Age Of Digital Assistants Event”
Less Than Two Weeks Left! Apply Now to the Digital Summer Clinic Internship
Work with a high tech startup in the Ann Arbor SPARK incubator and earn $15/hour. Start your career in digital. Join past graduates who have gone on to work at Google, General Motors, Zingerman’s, iProspect, Career Now Brands, and other job market leaders. The deadline is April 30. Apply before time runs out.The internship is for 10 hours per week,Continue reading “Less Than Two Weeks Left! Apply Now to the Digital Summer Clinic Internship”
Digital Influencer Marketing
Peer influence is one of the best ways to persuade customers to opt for your products and solutions. On Tuesday, March 26, we hosted the Digital Influencer Marketing event at Spark East. Our panelists included: Jeff DeHaven, President and CEO of Digital Mitten Bria Larine, hair and beauty social media influencer Jamie Gray, Marketing CommunicationsContinue reading “Digital Influencer Marketing”
EMU Google Tour 2019 Recap
If you are a student or recent grad, apply for our paid Summer Clinic Internship program! APPLY HERE. Last Friday we hosted an EMU Tour at the Ann Arbor Google Office. We had about 60 students attend. Our hosts included three EMU alumni, Eric Wortman, Angelina Miller and Ehab Shalabi. Each of them discussed what theyContinue reading “EMU Google Tour 2019 Recap”
The Summer Clinic Internship Information Session
The Center for Digital Engagement Summer Clinic Internship We welcome college students and recent grads to join us for the information session on our annual summer clinic internship program. Today, March 12 at 4 p.m. in Room 114 of EMU’s College of Business. TechStak and TrueJob will attend to speak about their experience working withContinue reading “The Summer Clinic Internship Information Session”
CDE Winter 2019 Hosted Events Coming Up
CDE is proud to continue with hosting events on digital marketing and technology The Digital Influencer Marketing event is now Sold Out! If you were one of the 60 + to reserve your spot at this event, here is what to expect! On Tuesday, March 26, from 4:00 – 5:00 PM, we will dive intoContinue reading “CDE Winter 2019 Hosted Events Coming Up”
Google Tour March 8, 2019
Get ready for March 8 Google Tour hosted by CDE! All spots filled within the first day of registration! If you are one of the students who has signed up to join the Google Tour, we hope you are excited for this great opportunity. We are looking forward to connecting you with EMU alums workingContinue reading “Google Tour March 8, 2019”
Announcing the 2019 Summer Clinic Internship
We’re pleased to announce the 2019 CDE Summer Clinic Internship. This is a paid internship for 10 hours per week, running from mid-June through mid-August. Compensation is $15/hour. Applications will open March 12 and close April 30. This year we we will have up to 48 positions available. Interns will work in teams of twoContinue reading “Announcing the 2019 Summer Clinic Internship”
Winter 2019 Events
We are proud to present the Center for Digital Engagement winter 2019 events. March 8th, CDE is hosting a Google Ann Arbor Tour for EMU students. March 12th, Kicking off the CDE Summer Clinic Internship program. Presentations from the founders of True Job and TechStak, past Clinic interns, and CDE Director Bud Gibson. March 26th,Continue reading “Winter 2019 Events”
The Digital Marketing Workshop: Steve Lowisz
November 16, 2018, Center for Digital Engagement hosted The Digital Marketing Workshop. Steve Lowisz speaks with a balance of energy and motivation. As the lunch keynote speaker at the 2018 Digital Marketing Workshop, he demonstrated just that. Steve is the founder and CEO of Qualigence International. Qualigence is a talent research and recruitment firm. They offerContinue reading “The Digital Marketing Workshop: Steve Lowisz”
Digital Marketing Workshop: Knowing Your Customer
November 16, 2018, Center for Digital Engagement hosted The Digital Marketing Workshop. Kim Brown, senior marketing manager of Duo Security, led the panel for Knowing Your Customer at The Digital Marketing Workshop. Kim is a graduate of EMU and currently serves on the board of EMU’s Center for Digital Engagement. She helps assist and mentorContinue reading “Digital Marketing Workshop: Knowing Your Customer”
Digital Marketing Workshop: Ron Fournier
November 16, 2018, Center for Digital Engagement hosted The Digital Marketing Workshop. Ron Fournier is a storyteller. As the breakfast keynote speaker at the 2018 Digital Marketing Workshop, he some of those stories. Ron worked at The Associated Press for 17 years covering The White House as a political writer. Now, Ron is an editorContinue reading “Digital Marketing Workshop: Ron Fournier”
Where Are They Now: Camren Clouthier
Camren Clouthier, student of Eastern Michigan University graduating April 2019. While in the Digital Summer Clinic with Center for Digital Engagement, Cameren was a photographer and videographer intern with Breadcrumb Insights. About Breadcrumb Insights: Breadcrumb analyzes millions of actual consumer decision patterns online. Using big data and predictive analytics, the system identifies and evaluates hundreds ofContinue reading “Where Are They Now: Camren Clouthier”
The Digital Marketing Workshop: Student Session
Left to right; Nicholas Woods, Joseph Challender, Adam Panek, Madeline Reinbolt, Mark Rosiek, Alondra Ramos-Herrera, Gabrielle Miller, Bryanna Gardner, Molly Boychuk, Zvezda Deuling, Samantha Blovits, Nathan R Baines, Toria Beckum, and Steven Zarbo. November 16, 2018, Center for Digital Engagement hosted The Digital Marketing Workshop. During the coffee break between panels, this year’s past summer internsContinue reading “The Digital Marketing Workshop: Student Session”
CDE Featured on WEMU
Radio station WEMU interviewed CDE’s Director, Bud Gibson! Focus On EMU: Inside The EMU Center For Digital Engagement ←Listen here Patrick Campion, the WEMU Program Director, sat down with Bud as they went over this years Digital Marketing Workshop which took place Friday Nov. 16. Learn more about CDE and the workshop from Bud in this exclusive interview.
The Digital Marketing Workshop 2018 Recap
November 16, 2018 Center for Digital Engagement hosted The Digital Marketing Workshop. The sold out workshop featured two keynote speakers, four moderators, fourteen panelists, and fourteen CDE student summer clinic interns from 2018. At 7:30 AM, a line of attendees waited to receive their welcome package and name tag. Networking and breakfast began. Starting off theContinue reading “The Digital Marketing Workshop 2018 Recap”
Where Are They Now: Nick Woods
Nicholas Woods, student of Eastern Michigan University graduating December 2018 with a business degree in marketing. While in the Digital Summer Clinic with Center for Digital Engagement, Nick was a marketing intern with Genomenon, Inc. About Genomenon: Ann Arbor based company developed from the University of Michigan by Dr. Mark Kiel. This is the world’sContinue reading “Where Are They Now: Nick Woods”
Full Stack Customer Experience
October 26, 2018 Center for Digital Engagement hosted Full Stack Customer Experience at Ann Arbor Spark. Featured company, Ripple Science discussed challenges and growth of customer experience. Kim Brown, Senior Marketing Manager at Duo Security, led the discussion with Peter Falzon (CEO of Ripple Science), Zvezda Duling (communications marketing manager for Ripple Science and CDEContinue reading “Full Stack Customer Experience”
Expert Advice for Interns: Jenn Hayman, Director of Marketing at Zingerman’s
To hear more stories like this and interact with companies such as Zingerman’s, Duo Security, Pinterest, Domino’s, Google, and more please join us, Friday, November 16, for The Digital Marketing Workshop! Register by October 31 with the code Early for a $10 discount. Jenn Hayman, Is the director of marketing for Zingerman’s Service Network, aContinue reading “Expert Advice for Interns: Jenn Hayman, Director of Marketing at Zingerman’s”
Where Are They Now 2018: Zvezda Deuling
To hear more stories like this and interact with companies such as Zingerman’s, Duo Security, Pinterest, Domino’s, Google, and more please join us, Friday, November 16, for The Digital Marketing Workshop! Register by October 31 with the code Early for a $10 discount. Zvezda Deuling, graduate of Eastern Michigan University focusing on marketing and communications. While in the Digital Summer Clinic with CenterContinue reading “Where Are They Now 2018: Zvezda Deuling”
Where Are They Now 2018: Alondra Ramos-Herrera
To hear more stories like this and interact with companies such as Zingerman’s, Duo Security, Pinterest, Domino’s, Google, and more please join us, Friday, November 16, for The Digital Marketing Workshop! Register by October 31 with the code Early for a $10 discount. Alondra Ramos-Herrera, student at Eastern Michigan University. She is a senior Majoring in International BusinessContinue reading “Where Are They Now 2018: Alondra Ramos-Herrera”
Where Are They Now 2018: Gabrielle Miller
To hear more stories like this and interact with companies such as Zingerman’s, Duo Security, Pinterest, Domino’s, Google, and more please join us, Friday, November 16, for The Digital Marketing Workshop! Register by October 31 with the code Early for a $10 discount. Gabrielle Miller, student at Eastern Michigan University. She is a senior Majoring in Communications with a minor in Marketing graduatingContinue reading “Where Are They Now 2018: Gabrielle Miller”
Accelerating the Sales Funnel
To hear more stories like this and interact with companies such as Zingerman’s, Duo Security, Pinterest, Domino’s, Google, and more please join us, Friday, November 16, for The Digital Marketing Workshop! Register by October 31 with the code Early for a $10 discount. September 28th was Accelerating the Sales Funnel, hosted by Center for Digital Engagement. Featured company, Genomenon, discussed the challenges ofContinue reading “Accelerating the Sales Funnel”
CDE Partnerships: Intern Talent Acquisition
Hiring the right candidate is like getting 40 percent of the job done before it even begins. In the world of tech startups, talent acquisition is one of the top challenges entrepreneurs face. Startups function more like a family than a group of coworkers. That means a new hire’s requirements go beyond a resume orContinue reading “CDE Partnerships: Intern Talent Acquisition”
Toria’s Summer Internship Experience
One of the main reasons the Center for Digital Engagement continues to grow the summer clinic is to watch students gain insight and experience for jobs in the SE Michigan area. For the students to gain their CDE/SPARK Digital Media Certificate, they must complete an 80 hour internship with a local startup, attend weekly panelContinue reading “Toria’s Summer Internship Experience”
Digital Marketing: The Role of Paid Media
Today’s world of digital marketing is made up of dozens of specialized niches. Content creation, social media, publicity, partnerships, SEO and one of the largest components: paid media. Paid media contains everything from pay per click ad campaigns to sponsored Tweets. This new and ever changing piece of the digital marketing pie can be overwhelming.Continue reading “Digital Marketing: The Role of Paid Media”
Mi Padrino’s Experience Working With CDE Interns
Internships are an amazing opportunity for students to gain real world experience in their desired field. Time and time again, the Center for Digital Engagement’s interns shared with us that they “don’t just get coffee.” Interns tackle digital marketing projects spanning from paid ad campaigns to filming video content to developing wireframes for web pages,Continue reading “Mi Padrino’s Experience Working With CDE Interns”
Startups: The Founder’s Perspective
Have you ever wondered the challenges and surprises that come with a startup venture? What makes a person finally take the leap to create their startup company? We sat down with Nicol Pasuit (Founder and CEO of TechStak), Molly McFarland (One of the Founder’s and Chief Revenue Officer for Ad Adapted), and Nestor Lopez-Duran (Co-founderContinue reading “Startups: The Founder’s Perspective”
How Will the CDE’s Summer Clinic Help You?
After students go through our summer “clinic internship” we tend to measure their success on how it has helped them in their career. Today, we are looking back at one of our previous interns to see just how the clinic assisted him! Last week, we had an interview with Brandon Lazovic. Brandon is a districtContinue reading “How Will the CDE’s Summer Clinic Help You?”
The Power of Three: Get Noticed by Recruiters
Yesterday, we were happy to host two recruiters at a weekly panel discussion for the summer interns. The panel topic discussed was getting yourself noticed by recruiters. Our guests were Michael Kieran, Executive Recruiter at Duo Security, andSteve Lowisz, CEO of Qualigence. We started the conversation with some laughs and thought-provoking questions.One thing both professionalsContinue reading “The Power of Three: Get Noticed by Recruiters”
Artificial Intelligence Startups: Derq & Shoptelligence
For many people, artificial intelligence lives purely in the realm of science fiction. However, artificial intelligence is already all around us. Every time you type something into your GPS, your search engine autocorrects, or your Netflix account predicts what shows you’ll want to watch next, you are using artificial intelligence. We had two AI startupsContinue reading “Artificial Intelligence Startups: Derq & Shoptelligence”
Finding A Career in Digital Marketing: Insights from Digital Marketing Professionals
The Center for Digital Engagement hosted yet another amazing panel discussion for the current interns this summer that was focused on finding a career in digital marketing. Digital marketing has become a highly diverse field that is changing the way companies do business. Companies must learn to tailor their strategies in order to reach theirContinue reading “Finding A Career in Digital Marketing: Insights from Digital Marketing Professionals”
What our Past Interns had to say about the CDE Experience
The Center for Digital Engagement hosted a panel discussion where previous interns had the opportunity to discuss their experiences in the clinic. Four talented alumni sat on the panel and discussed their reasons for pursuing an internship with the Center for Digital Engagement and Ann Arbor SPARK,the challenges and surprises they encountered throughout their internship,Continue reading “What our Past Interns had to say about the CDE Experience”
Apply for the 2018 Digital Summer Clinic Internship
We are actively recruiting for the 2018 Digital Summer Clinic Internship. The internship is for 10 hours per week and will run from June 18 through August 15. Pay is $15/hour. Up to 24 positions are available.Interns will work in teams of two for companies housed in Ann Arbor SPARK‘s high tech incubator. Projects vary yearContinue reading “Apply for the 2018 Digital Summer Clinic Internship”
Announcing the 2018 Digital Summer Clinic Internship
We’re pleased to announce our 2018 Digital Summer Clinic Internship. The internship is for 10 hours per week and will run from mid June through the end of August. Pay is $15/hour. Up to 24 positions are available. Interns will work in teams of two for companies housed in Ann Arbor SPARK‘s high tech incubator.Continue reading “Announcing the 2018 Digital Summer Clinic Internship”
Journey of a Fitness Technology Startup
This past Friday at Ann Arbor SPARK the CDE hosted Brian Hayden, cofounder and CEO of ShapeLog, to discuss the journey he and his team has had so far as a fitness technology startup. During the CDE’s summer internship clinic, Hayden worked one-on-one with two marketing students to help them expand their digital marketing skills,Continue reading “Journey of a Fitness Technology Startup”
Alex Merz, Rising Googler and Entrepreneur
Alex Merz is a strategy and operations manager at Google in Ann Arbor. He is also the owner and partner of three innovative cafes and breweries in Ypsilanti. He will be the session moderator for the “New Face of Retail” panel at the Digital Marketing Workshop on November 17. Merz graduated from EMU in 2007 withContinue reading “Alex Merz, Rising Googler and Entrepreneur”
Discovering Marketing Through Real World Experience
Ian Sherk, paid media director at Career Now Brands, will be speaking at the Digital Marketing Workshop on November 17 on the “Sales on Steroids,” and “The Ask the Experts Lunch ” panels. When asking Sherk what the most important aspects of communications that marketing students should focus on he was happy to share hisContinue reading “Discovering Marketing Through Real World Experience”
“EMU Today” Discusses the Tomorrow of the Center for Digital Engagement
Join “EMU Today” and Director of the Center for Digital Engagement, Bud Gibson to learn more about how the CDE is preparing students for the future of digital while engaging alumni and the community through programs such as the Digital Summer Clinic and the Digital Marketing Workshop!
Where Are The Interns Now: Three Months After Clinic End
The Digital Summer Clinic ended in mid August, but our former interns haven’t stopped exploring the world of digital marketing! Throughout the Summer Clinic, students learned and implemented several aspects of digital marketing through the startup company they worked for as well as their own personal blogs and LinkedIn profiles. Putting digital marketing into practiceContinue reading “Where Are The Interns Now: Three Months After Clinic End”
The Tale of Marketing and PR Integration
Jamie Ward, a public relations professor at EMU, will be bringing her unique perspective of the evolving field of public relations as she speaks on a “Developing a Local Brand” panel at the Digital Marketing Workshop on November 17. When Ward first entered the field of public relations over a decade ago she says thatContinue reading “The Tale of Marketing and PR Integration”
Thriving From Digital Success
With so many exciting events and innovation, Washtenaw County generates millions of dollars in tax revenue every year from tourism. Those tourism tax dollars are made possible from the help of the Ann Arbor Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Their Vice President of Integrated Marketing and Communications, Chad Wiebesick, works hard to incorporate digital andContinue reading “Thriving From Digital Success”
Zingerman’s National Success in a Digital World
Zingerman’s is a community of businesses that has taken over the Ann Arbor and Metro Detroit area, becoming a household name. As a local brand, staying loyal to only having locations in Ann Arbor, most would be surprised that Zingerman’s is a nationally recognizable brand. Over half their revenue comes from online sales through theirContinue reading “Zingerman’s National Success in a Digital World”
ContentOro Revolutionizes Book Content
“We want to help our customers effectively use content to be better advertisers and marketers,” said Bob Chunn, founder of ContentOro, who will be speaking about his innovative digital company as the second installment of the Digital Marketing Summit Fall 2017 Series at Ann Arbor Spark on Friday, October 13. For Chunn, ContentOro came toContinue reading “ContentOro Revolutionizes Book Content”
Upcoming Digital Marketing Events
Join us for our Fall 2017 Digital Marketing Summits where we share the unique insights we gained from our summer clinic with companies in Ann Arbor SPARK’s high tech incubator. In our Fall centerpiece, The Digital Marketing Workshop, we gather more than 20 subject experts to provide actionable insights on digital marketing. Find us at:Continue reading “Upcoming Digital Marketing Events”
Wrapping Up The Digital Summer Clinic!
Our interns have learned a lot this summer! Here’s what they had to say about their unique opportunity in the Digital Summer Clinic! Nick Staroba – TrueJob Nick said, “Having this internship helped me learn that I’m at the point in my life where I should be operating my own company.” Nick will be continuingContinue reading “Wrapping Up The Digital Summer Clinic!”
Our internship program was featured in an article by Second Wave Media! Read more about how we’re pairing students with startups for a mutually beneficial relationship! “Summer internship program pairs students with local startups, expert mentors”
3 Things to Help Launch Your Career
Last week, Amy Cell from Amy Cell Talent spoke to our interns about how to utilize your previous experiences to position yourself for your next work opportunity. Your Fit Obtaining a job that you like to do is important for job satisfaction. Amy says that the first step to finding the career of your dreamsContinue reading “3 Things to Help Launch Your Career”
How a Frustrating Job Search Led to TrueJob
Scott Goci, Co-Founder at TrueJob, Inc., spoke to our interns about how he turned his frustrations with the job hunt into his startup company. In 2009, Scott graduated with a degree in psychology during one of the worst recessions American has ever seen and began looking for a job, not knowing where he wanted toContinue reading “How a Frustrating Job Search Led to TrueJob”
How to get Noticed and Hired on LinkedIn
Last week at the Digital Summer Clinic meeting, Jasmine Burns, senior recruiter at Duo Security, talked to our students about the importance of a professional and up to date LinkedIn profile! Jasmine says your LinkedIn profile is like a walking resume. “Your profile is your living and breathing resume. Build your profile out thoroughly andContinue reading “How to get Noticed and Hired on LinkedIn”
The Digital Summer Clinic Experience
An inside look from our current interns at what it’s like to be a paid intern through the Digital Summer Clinic! “I love my company and I love being in this internship because I really feel apart of the company and that we are actually making a difference. I’ve had an amazing experience with thisContinue reading “The Digital Summer Clinic Experience”
Starting a Startup
Have you ever had a great idea that can improve someone’s life? What about a new tool that can save people or businesses time and money? Most startup entrepreneurs have a brilliant idea and Jeff Mason is no exception. Jeff created Groundspeed Analytics to help thousands of business grow their bottom line through automated dataContinue reading “Starting a Startup”
The Entrepreneurial Drive
Joe Nashif and Cash Butler Being a successful entrepreneur takes a lot of drive, determination, passion and know how, all of which Cash Butler, founder of Clarilegal, and Joe Nashif, CEO of US-Mattress.com, have. Cash Butler Cash started out in the banking industry during college where he managed data centers and ATMs. It was anContinue reading “The Entrepreneurial Drive”
Launching Your Career in Digital
So, you want to work in digital? The Center for Digital Engagement can help! The clinic recently had a panel of three guests with extensive digital experiences answer questions from panel moderator Kim Brown and talk with the class about launching their career in digital. Read more about our guest speakers in our Meet theContinue reading “Launching Your Career in Digital”
Meet the Speakers: Launching Your Career in Digital Panel
Meet the speakers of our recent clinic meeting and be sure to check out the meeting recap to hear about their experiences in digital marketing and how they got to where they are today! Moderator – Kim Brown Kim Brown attended Eastern Michigan University, where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and English. After graduation inContinue reading “Meet the Speakers: Launching Your Career in Digital Panel”
The Tale of Interns Past
We sat down with four of our previous interns and asked them a few questions about their experiences in the clinic! How did you become an intern with the Center for Digital Engagement and Ann Arbor SPARK? Chris: I was getting ready to graduate and didn’t really have anything lined up, job wise. My momContinue reading “The Tale of Interns Past”
Meet the Speakers: The Tale of Interns Past
Meet the speakers of our recent clinic meeting and be sure to check out the meeting recap to hear about their experiences in the internship program! Chris Davis Chris Davis grew up in Michigan and received a scholarship from Ohio State, where he majored in New Media and Communication Technology and minored in Business. After graduation in 2016,Continue reading “Meet the Speakers: The Tale of Interns Past”
Final Session of Spring Breakfast Series- “The New Face of Sports Marketing”
Baseball season is back, and to wrap up our Spring Breakfast Series, we would like you to join us for our final session, “The New Face of Sports Marketing.” This session will take place this Friday May 5th from 8:00AM to 10:00AM at the EMU Student Center. Register at this link! The New Face ofContinue reading “Final Session of Spring Breakfast Series- “The New Face of Sports Marketing””
Second Session of Spring Breakfast Series- “The New Face of Branding”
Happy Spring! April has quickly approached, and it’s time for our second session of EMU’s Center for Digital Engagement Spring Breakfast Series, “The New Face of Branding.” This session will take place on Friday April 7th from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the EMU Student Center. Sign up today! (Registration link). The New FaceContinue reading “Second Session of Spring Breakfast Series- “The New Face of Branding””
The Ann Arbor SPARK and CDE Digital Summer Clinic Internship Is Back for 2017!
Due to high demand, The Center for Digital Engagement and Ann Arbor SPARK will be working in conjunction for Year 3 of the Digital Summer Clinic Internship Program! This program offers up to 20 part-time, paid digital clinic intern positions for EMU and other local area students. Students from a variety of majors, CIS, Marketing,Continue reading “The Ann Arbor SPARK and CDE Digital Summer Clinic Internship Is Back for 2017!”
First Session of Spring Breakfast Series- “The New Face of Sales”
Spring has (almost) sprung, which means it’s time for our first session of EMU’s Center for Digital Engagement Spring Breakfast Series, “The New Face of Sales.” This session will take place on Friday March 3rd from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM at the EMU Student Center. Make sure to sign-up! (Registration link). The New Face of Sales willContinue reading “First Session of Spring Breakfast Series- “The New Face of Sales””
Spring Breakfast Series
The Spring season is quickly approaching, and it is a time to rejuvenate. Are you looking to add a “new face” to your marketing skill-set? It wouldn’t be a bad idea! Please join us in our new, uplifting Spring Breakfast Series brought to you by EMU’s Center for Digital Engagement. Digital Marketing is an ever-changing industry,Continue reading “Spring Breakfast Series”
Please join us for Skye Durrant, CEO and Co-Founder, LawnGuru, Sponsor: Duo
Please join us for the final session of our Fall summit series with Skye Durrant, co-founder of LawnGuru, The Uber of Lawn Care Services, at SPARK Central, 330 East Liberty, December 9 at 9 AM (registration link). As Skye phrases it, “We turned a tiny lawn care company into a multimillion dollar business.” The secretContinue reading “Please join us for Skye Durrant, CEO and Co-Founder, LawnGuru, Sponsor: Duo”
Please join us for AdAdapted and Backyard Brains, sponsor: Duo
Please join us for the second session of our Fall summit series with Molly McFarland, co-founder of AdAdapted, and Greg Gage, co-founder of Backyard Brains, (registration link) at SPARK Central, 330 East Liberty, October 28 at 9 AM. AdAdapted and Backyard Brains, though quite different, face a similar issue, optimizing their web presence to increase leads and sales.Continue reading “Please join us for AdAdapted and Backyard Brains, sponsor: Duo”
Two Critical Electives for Marketing Students in Today’s Job Market
The Center for Digital Engagement invites you to take one or both of EMU’s digital marketing electives in Winter 2017. Students who have taken these courses have had tremendous success in the Metro Detroit job market, earning starting salaries in the 40s, 50s, and even 70s depending on their prior experience. Detroit is experiencing aContinue reading “Two Critical Electives for Marketing Students in Today’s Job Market”
The Digital Marketing Workshop, Friday, November 11
The EMU Center for Digital Engagement is excited to invite you to the sixth annual Digital Marketing Workshop to be held Friday, November 11, from 8 AM to 2 PM (with registration opening at 7:30 AM). Please be our guest at the early bird registration rate of just $28 (valid through October 31 with discount code Early, $40 without code). ThisContinue reading “The Digital Marketing Workshop, Friday, November 11”
Selling Your Brand by Example, 9/23, SPARK Central
Please join us for the kickoff of our Fall summit series with Bob Chunn from ContentOro (registration link) at SPARK Central, 330 East Liberty, September 23 at 9 AM. Over the past year, ContentOro has gone from seed investment to developing a substantial international client base. In recognition of this success, ContentOro won Michigan’s SmallContinue reading “Selling Your Brand by Example, 9/23, SPARK Central”
Fall Digital Marketing Summits
We are excited to announce a new chapter in our event programming, the Digital Marketing Summit series. Material for the summits comes from the Center for Digital Engagement’s digital marketing clinic, operated in conjunction with Ann Arbor SPARK’s high tech incubator. We are targeting these summits at marketers looking for digital solutions at the cuttingContinue reading “Fall Digital Marketing Summits”
Scott Monty Says This Is The Biggest Social Media Blunder Businesses Make
What does classical civilization have to do with social media? As it turns out, a lot. We sat down with social media pioneer Scott Monty, CEO and Founder of Scott Monty Strategies, to hear about this, what he thinks is the biggest social media blunder businesses make, and more. Scott was ranked by The EconomistContinue reading “Scott Monty Says This Is The Biggest Social Media Blunder Businesses Make”
Digital Summer Clinic Internships with Ann Arbor SPARK and the Center for Digital Engagement
The Center for Digital Engagement and Ann Arbor SPARK are offering up to 20 part-time, paid digital clinic internships this summer for EMU students. As described on our application page, we are seeking students from a variety of majors including CIS, Marketing, SCM, and PR. All clinic projects are multidisciplinary, requiring a mix of talents.WeContinue reading “Digital Summer Clinic Internships with Ann Arbor SPARK and the Center for Digital Engagement”
Students: Here Are 3 Reasons To Attend Digital Summit Detroit [Plus, Win Free Tickets!]
For the first time ever, Digital Summit is coming to Detroit. See how you can win free tickets to attend, compliments of the Michigan Film Office. But first, why do I attend conferences? #1. Professional Development Digital marketing trends and best practices are constantly changing. It’s important now more than ever to stay abreast ofContinue reading “Students: Here Are 3 Reasons To Attend Digital Summit Detroit [Plus, Win Free Tickets!]”
The Summer 2015 Digital Engagement Clinic Is Live
We launched June 15, and it has been a whirlwind. We’ll be operational through August with all project ceasing by August 21. Here’s a page with links to our clinic interns and their blogs where they talk about their experience.
The Secret Behind the Detroit Tigers Social Media Strategy
We sat down with Mac Slavin, Digital and Social Media Specialist for the Detroit Tigers, and spoke with him about his career, tips for job seekers, and advice he has for businesses starting out in social media. Meet him at the next breakfast speaker series on Friday, June 5th. Register here. Tell us a little aboutContinue reading “The Secret Behind the Detroit Tigers Social Media Strategy”
The Secret Sauce to a Successful Social Media Strategy is a Four Letter Word
It’s true. The secret sauce to a successful social media strategy is a four letter word. But you’ll have to hear it from David Murray, Manager of Social Media for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM). We learned a lot from him when we sat down and talked with him about his career, socialContinue reading “The Secret Sauce to a Successful Social Media Strategy is a Four Letter Word”
Please Join Us for Breakfast with the Blue Cross, the Detroit Tigers, and Chevy
We are excited to reveal the full line-up of speakers for our first season of breakfasts. This first season will run from March through June. Our goal for the breakfast series is to bring you actionable insights from the best in digital. As we hope you’ll see from the following list, we’ve put together a line up forContinue reading “Please Join Us for Breakfast with the Blue Cross, the Detroit Tigers, and Chevy”
Tweets that pay back $17 Million? Chad Wiebesick tells you how, Friday, March 6
The Center for Digital Engagement is excited to launch our monthly Friday morning breakfast series, Friday March 6, with Chad Wiebesick, Director of Social Media and Interactive Marketing for Pure Michigan. Chad will be telling the story of “How one tweet generated $17 million in PR buzz for Pure Michigan”. The Pure Michigan campaign routinely ranksContinue reading “Tweets that pay back $17 Million? Chad Wiebesick tells you how, Friday, March 6”
Introducing Chad Wiebesick, Executive In Residence
We sat down with Chad Wiebesick, the inaugural Executive in Residence for Eastern Michigan University’s Center for Digital Engagement. Chad is the head of social media for the award-winning Pure Michigan campaign and has been working with EMU for a number of years on the Search MarketingWorkshop. We talked with him to learn more aboutContinue reading “Introducing Chad Wiebesick, Executive In Residence”
We’re officially launched
The Center for Digital Engagement is fully launched today with this press release. See the twitter reactions here. We’re very excited to get the show on the road and look forward to getting a slate of activities up for Winter 2015. See earlier posts for details of what we hope to launch immediately.
The CDE’s Immediate Timeline and Priorities
The Center for Digital Engagement is currently in soft launch with full launch expected in late 2014 to early 2015. The idea for the CDE started with The Search Marketing Workshop. In its fourth year, The Workshop has doubled attendance since its inception and is attracting high profile speakers from the world of digital marketing andContinue reading “The CDE’s Immediate Timeline and Priorities”
Soft Launch of The Center for Digital Engagement
We’re soft launching The Center for Digital Engagement this weekend. As it says in our title, the center addresses the evolving nature of digital engagement in collaboration with business and community partners. The center is based on years of experience developing applied university curricula about the increasingly digital nature of engagement in our society. TheContinue reading “Soft Launch of The Center for Digital Engagement”