March 30, 2016

Mastering Digital Marketing with Insights from Top Draw’s Lunch & Learn Event in Edmonton

Key Takeaways: Digital Marketing Lunch and Learn Event Impact

  • Top Draw and TEC Edmonton hosted a digital marketing Lunch and Learn event with full audience attendance.
  • Digital marketing professionals gain knowledge through informal learning environments combining meals with education.
  • Ken Jurina teaches audiences that SEO provides continuous long-term benefits unlike traditional billboard advertising.
  • Businesses achieve lasting online success by implementing comprehensive SEO strategies and quality content creation.
  • TEC Edmonton supports emerging technology companies through resources and mentorship programs.
  • Digital marketing experts must continuously update their knowledge to stay current with industry changes.
  • Attendees create better marketing results by implementing lessons from educational events.

❤️ lunch & learns. Combines my 2 favourite things: food & learning something new. @TECEdmonton @AWEbusiness pic.twitter.com/Yu3tKkTZDw

— Stephanie GP. (@take_roots) March 30, 2016

Thanks to everyone who attended our Lunch and Learn on Digital Marketing today! We’re grateful for the packed house and hope attendees implement the key takeaways immediately. Thank you to TEC Edmonton for being a great host. TEC Edmonton accelerates growth of emerging technology companies. To learn more about them, visit their website.

Everyone is getting their chow down before the @TECEdmonton lunch & learn! #digitalmarketing pic.twitter.com/zntqH33p1s
— Top Draw Inc. (@TopDrawInc) March 30, 2016

Spending lunch at @TECEdmonton listening to @kenjurina of @TopDrawInc present online marketing. pic.twitter.com/Ir5S3gVeMj
— Brian Neufeld (@briantneufeld) March 30, 2016

“Unlike advertising on billboards, SEO is the gift that keeps on giving.” – @kenjurina #yeg @TECEdmonton
— Top Draw Inc. (@TopDrawInc) March 30, 2016

Thank you to @TopDrawInc and @TECEdmonton for the lunch and learn today about online marketing!
— Bailey (@yegBailey) March 30, 2016

Here are our slides from the event, feel free to contact us with questions!

Digital Marketing Lunch & Learn Event Success Strategies

Lunch & Learn events combine business development with professional education, creating value from limited time investment. These gatherings deliver comprehensive digital marketing training through meal-centered environments that enhance knowledge retention by 40% compared to traditional classroom settings.

Maximizing ROI Through Educational Networking Events

Digital marketing Lunch & Learns generate business benefits through targeted knowledge transfer and networking opportunities. Participants gain immediate access to industry experts, learn trending strategies, and build professional connections. The informal atmosphere reduces learning barriers while encouraging knowledge exchange between industry professionals.

TEC Edmonton Technology Acceleration Programs

TEC Edmonton accelerates emerging technology company growth through support systems including mentorship programs, resource allocation, and strategic partnerships. The organization’s collaboration with Top Draw demonstrates its commitment to advancing digital marketing excellence within Edmonton’s technology ecosystem.

Building Innovation-Driven Business Communities

The event’s packed attendance reflects strong market demand for advanced digital marketing knowledge and collaborative learning opportunities. Cross-industry participation creates knowledge pollination, allowing attendees to adapt strategies from different sectors while building professional networks that extend beyond single events.

SEO Long-Term Value Investment Strategy

Ken Jurina’s insight about SEO being “the gift that keeps on giving” highlights its compound return on investment compared to traditional advertising spend. Strategic SEO implementation continues generating organic traffic and qualified leads months after initial optimization, unlike billboard advertising that stops producing results when contracts end.

Implementing Comprehensive SEO Growth Systems

SEO success requires systematic approach combining technical optimization, content strategy, and performance monitoring. Businesses must prioritize high-quality, user-focused content creation while optimizing website architecture for search engine crawling efficiency.

SEO Implementation Framework for Measurable Results

Technical SEO foundations include site speed optimization (target: under 3 seconds), mobile responsiveness, and clean URL structures. Content strategy focuses on keyword research, user intent matching, and regular publishing schedules. Performance tracking and strategy adaptation ensure continued growth and competitive positioning in search results.

Continuous Digital Marketing Education Requirements

Digital marketing evolution demands ongoing professional development to maintain competitive advantage in rapidly changing technological landscapes. Algorithm updates, new platform features, and shifting consumer behaviors require marketers to continuously update their knowledge base through structured learning opportunities.

Implementing Event Learning for Business Growth

Knowledge application requires systematic approach to translating educational insights into actionable business strategies. Attendees should document key takeaways, create implementation timelines, and establish measurement metrics for tracking strategy effectiveness.

Post-Event Action Planning for Maximum Impact

Effective implementation begins with strategy review and priority identification within 48 hours of event attendance. Creating specific action items with deadlines ensures knowledge translation into measurable business improvements. Regular performance monitoring and strategy refinement maximize long-term return on educational investment while building competitive advantages.

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