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Etsy’s Almost Internet Famous Event

Posted on October 26, 2011 by | Leave a comment

As small business owners we know that social media is one of those tools in our tool belt that can boost our bottom line, build our brand and help us show a little personality. But, being clever and creative in 140 characters can be daunting. Some brands ratchet up “likes” and “followers” like rain in a bucket in Portland. For others, it’s just crickets.

Interested in learning more about how to translate your voice into effective social media campaigns with measured success?

Then check out Etsy’s  free Almost Internet Famous event.

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Things to Do: Portland Open Studios

Posted on October 7, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Portland Open Studios offers a unique and inspiring form of experiential education: interacting with local artists at work within the context of their studios. All around metro Portland in an annual tour of studios, art lovers of all ages and walks of life can discover new materials, learn about ancient techniques, and share the wonders of creativity with friends and family. Have you always been curious about what moves an artist to work in the way that they do? Let the artists of Portland Open Studios indulge your curiosity.

The juried studios are open this weekend and next weekend (October 8/9 and 15/16) and the Tour Guide (including map and tickets for two adults) is available at New Seasons, Art Media, and many other retailers for $15. Kids are free, too!

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Review and Planning for 2012

Posted on September 28, 2011 by | Leave a comment

As the bulk of our 2011 program draws to a close, the Leadership Council gathered this past Sunday at McMenamin’s Kennedy School, hunkered down in the library and held an all-day planning retreat. We scribbled on easel pads and took copious notes (10 pages!) as we recapped this year’s successes, mapped out what we’d like to see in next year’s program, and discussed different ways that we can continue to provide high quality, meaningful programs while maintaining a sustainable program.

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Paperless Networking Night: Leave Your Business Cards at Home

Posted on September 21, 2011 by | Leave a comment

What is networking, really? Networking for networking’s sake will help you build a business card collection, but will it propel your creative business? Yes, it certainly can!

Forget the business cards—come out for an evening with just yourself and your passion. Building networks is about building mutually beneficial relationships for the sake of support, education and connected referrals. Think outside the box in how you connect to your community of makers, shakers and creators. You just might be surprised!

I Heart Art: Portland is sponsoring a free Paperless Networking Night hosted by Andrea Mansfield of Brand and Bloom. Make your way into the center of Ladd’s Addition at Pailo Dessert House for an evening of business card-less personal connections.

No need to RSVP–please show up for sweets and networking!

Paperless Networking Night

hosted by Brand and Bloom

Wednesday, September 28, 7–9 pm
Palio Dessert House
Ladd’s Addition

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Snapshots: Hello Etsy PDX

Posted on September 19, 2011 by | 2 Comments

Check out these great photos from Saturday’s Hello Etsy PDX conference. More are on their way, too! Did you take photos? Join the Hello Etsy PDX Flickr group and post them to the pool.

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photos by Matthew Miller and Micah Fischer

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