Please join us for a networking social hosted by The Capital Grille

Tuesday, March 17, 2009 beginning at 6:30 PM.   

Take a tour of this new facility located in the St. Johns Town Center

Visit their website http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/ 

Our topic for this meeting will be presented by Cassandra Cherneski of Flaire Weddings and Events:

Blogging 202... Beyond the Basics

By now you probably know that having a blog is not just a good idea, it's
an essential piece of your marketing plan. Maybe you've started your blog,
but you're not experiencing the dramatic results you've heard were
possible. Writing a successful blog includes more than beginning your blog
with a couple of posts, then hoping the brides flock to you. It takes
consistency and intentionality.

This talk will focus on moving "beyond the basics" to establish your blog
as a credible resource and place of inspiration for brides and vendors
alike. We'll discuss the following ideas:
~Developing content
~Maintaining Consistency
~Viral marketing strategies
~Comments, and how to get more of them
~Jazzing up your blog with images, video, audio, and more
~Promoting your blog
~Q & A Session following the presentation

Topics discussed should be beneficial to both the seasoned expert and the
blogging novice.

Menu: Hors D' oeuvres

 Red and White Wine

$15 ABC members $20 non-members/guests in advance 

$20 ABC members $25 non-members/guests at the door

No-shows and cancellations received after 03/14/09 will be billed

Come mix, mingle, and make new connections with a variety of wedding and special event professionals! Bring plenty of business cards, because you won't want to miss this opportunity.

Grow your business!

The Association of Bridal Consultants Northeast Florida brings this event to you.

The Association of Bridal Consultants has been the professional organization for the wedding industry since 1981 and has over 4,000 members in 26 countries on six continents. The Association of Bridal Consultants is a membership service organization, designed to increase awareness of the wedding business and improve the professionalism of members. Membership is open to all wedding-related vendors. As a member, you can benefit from a local and national networking system, educational programs, and more. Visit http://www.bridalassn.com for more info.