February Marketing and Design Events around St. Louis

February Marketing and Design Events around St. Louis

We believe the best way to support the social media, marketing and design community in St. Louis is to get more people involved. That’s why we’re proud to promote upcoming events, so as many people as possible know what’s going on. We truly enjoy bumping into folks at these events… so use this list to fill your calendar, come on out and meet us. (And be sure to scroll down to see events that will be held right here at our humble abode.)

February Events

Client Relationships/Designer Business Roundtable Discussion

AIGA
Feb 2, 2012
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Centene Center for the Arts & Education

It’s the first Designer Business Round Table of 2012! Join an intimate group of passionate creatives as they discuss key business issues related to design. Fellow designers and panelists will be discussing clients: how to get them, how to keep them and what to do when things go south.

101 Session- Taxes In Partnership with VLAA

AIGA
February 6, 2012
7:00 pm- 9:30pm
Regional Arts Commissions

St. Louis Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts has cordially invited AIGA St. Louis to their annual workshop Artist as Bookkeeper, where Angie Fink of UHY Advisors will guide us through the tax maze and offers suggestions that could save you money and a lot of aggravation.

Pay to Play: A Discussion About Media Economics

St. Louis Women In Media
February 7, 2012
5:30pm- 8:30pm
Atomicdust

Experts from the fields of public relations, print media, radio, and online media will come together to discuss challenges, foundations, and expectations that each face in the current economic and media environment.

Wall Ball 2012

Saint Louis City Open Studio and Gallery
February 11, 2012
7:00pm- 11:00pm
Third Degree Glass Factory

Engaging an eclectic mix of artists, patrons, collectors and admirers, Wall Ball comes but once a year. Don’t miss this chance to purchase amazing art work from St. Louis’ most admired artists at unreal prices.

Creative Next Panel Discussion

Ad Club St. Louis
February 14, 2012
8:30 am – 10:30am
Rodgers Townsend

Join the second annual discussion with St. Louis’ top creative talent, as they explore the question, “What’s Next?” Panelists include Barrett Book (Jump Company), Peter Dycus (Coolfire Solutions), Josh Kell (Group 360), Chris Kilcullen (Boxing Clever), Joe Leahy (HLK), and Jeff Stevens (Momentum).

Luncheon: Love Your Donor, Love Your Volunteer, Love Yourself

CSPRC
February 14, 2012
11:30am- 1:15pm
Sheraton Clayton Plaza Hotel

It’s a Valentine’s Day lunch-and-love! Come learn how to take the best care of your agency’s donors, volunteers and even yourself! Stewardship is essential to maintaining positive, lucrative, long-term supporters. Investing in your staff can ensure an engaged team devoted to your organization’s mission. Focusing attention on your own needs will further your fondness for what you’re working to achieve.

Cubacartel: Cuban Poster Design Exhibit

AIGA & Atomicdust
February 15, 2012
6:00pm- 10:00pm
Atomicdust

CUBACARTEL, will feature 50 posters from Carlos’ own private collection, along with the debut of Miami artist Eduardo Sarmiento’s latest poster, printed in St. Louis by All Along Press. Limited Edition 100 Silkscreened Poster (50cm X 70cm) signed by artist, will be for sale.

Social Media Metrics – Is “What’s the ROI?” the Best Question toAsk

IABC
February 16,2012
11:30am – 2:30pm
Ces and Judy’s at Le Chateau

All business activities, including those in social media, demand metrics and results. But is “What’s the ROI?” always the best question to ask? What aspects of social media carry the potential for traditional measurement…and which don’t? Join us on Thursday, February 16th as Matt Ridings, co-founder and CEO of SideraWorks, helps us determine the value of engaging in social media.

Social Media Panel Event

Social Media Club St. Louis & The St. Louis Symphony
February 16, 2012
6:00pm- 9:00pm
Powell Hall

Join us for a networking happy hour at Powell Hall, home of the world famous St. Louis Symphony. The evening will begin with a cash bar and mingling, along with complimentary food from Hamburger Mary’s. We’ll then move into a panel discussion with the Symphony team highlighting ways they use social media to promote Powell and build relationships with their patrons.

ADDY Awards Show and Celebration

Ad Club St. Louis
February 16, 2012
7:00pm-11:00pm
Copia Wine Bar

Come celebrate and congratulate this year’s ADDY winners.

BRAND Against The Machine- 51st Annual Marketing Conference

AMA
February 17, 2012
7:30 am – 11:30 am
Missouri History Museum at Forest Park

Join the American Marketing Association of St. Louis for an informative day of presentations and networking opportunities for professionals and students.

Sam Fox School of the Arts Presents: Jessica Hische Lecture

AIGA
February 20, 2012
6:30pm
Steinberg Auditorium, Washington University In St. Louis

Jessica Hische is a letterer, illustrator and designer working in San Francisco. You may already be familiar with one of her side projects such as Daily Drop Cap or her Should I Work for Free? flowchart.

The Game Has Changed: A New Paradigm for Brand Engagement from the Inside Out

BMA-STL
February 23, 2012
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Maritz

Things have changed. Whether you call today’s business environment the “new normal,” the “not normal,” or just plain unsettling, you know the old ways aren’t working. It will take more than a tweak of tactics for business to successfully navigate this environment. A reframe is needed.

Student Conference 2012

AIGA
February 25, 2012
9:00am – 5:30pm
Maryville University

Will feature noted speakers, demonstrations, break-out sessions, and a portfolio review for the first 100 Seniors who sign-up. Registration and pricing information will be made available in the coming weeks.

Type-Truck Visits Firecracker

Power and Light Press
February 28, 2012
6:00pm – 9:00pm

Kyle’s been traveling the country spreading the “good word” about printing and letterpress. We’re tickled to be considered a stop on her trip! Make a collaborative poster the night of her visit… you print one color on our monster signpress and then run outside to the TypeTruck to print the second color in Kyle’s mobile printing studio. We’ll have tons of prints for sale (as little as $2) and we’ll have plenty of snacks and drinks on-hand.

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Tara Nesbitt

Tara Nesbitt is inspired by the creative culture at Atomicdust, and enjoys coming to work every morning to ignite new, exciting ideas for clients. As Online Marketing Coordinator, she works closely with our clients to develop and deliver compelling content through social media channels – and to measure its effectiveness.

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