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Tuesday, March 25
 

3:00pm PDT

Digital Dining: The Social-First Blueprint for Modern Hospitality Marketing
Tuesday March 25, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
The digital marketing landscape is complex, and it's time to simplify. Join Alexa Pence—serial entrepreneur, CEO of Saltshine Creative, and former hospitality global director—for a dynamic crash course on building a holistic digital strategy that propels your brand into a league of its own. Explore the key tools and common pitfalls that differentiate brands that make noise from those that generate hype. 
In this session you will:
  • Uncover how digital marketing in hospitality has evolved and where it's headed.
  • Engage in exercises to re-position your unique selling proposition and define what makes your brand shine.
  • Explore The Saltshine Framework—a holistic, social-first strategy to propel your commercial initiatives.
  • Learn the psychology behind effective influencer campaigns and how to optimize ROI.
  • Identify the key elements of partnerships that amplify impact and drive growth.
Speakers
avatar for Alexa Pence

Alexa Pence

CEO & Co-Founder, Saltshine Creative
With a career that began in traditional print magazine and evolved into cutting-edge digital marketing in Honolulu, Alexa Pence embodies the spirit of innovation and adaptability. As a young serial entrepreneur, she has built a long and diverse career, blending her passion for storytelling... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
Room #226/227
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4:00pm PDT

Visual Bites: How Great Photos Drive Revenue for Bars and Restaurants
Tuesday March 25, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm PDT
Great photography isn't just eye-catching—it’s a powerful tool to attract customers and boost revenue. This session explores how bars and restaurants can use professional-quality images to highlight their offerings, create an emotional connection with guests, and maximize marketing efforts. Learn actionable tips to ensure your photos resonate across platforms and drive tangible results.
  • Discover how to choose a photographer who aligns with your brand vision.
  • Plan for impactful photos that showcase your menu, atmosphere, and unique offerings.
  • Learn techniques to enhance the appeal of your dishes and venue through lighting and angles.
  • Get tips on incorporating movement, props, and human elements for dynamic visuals.
  • Strategize how to use your photos effectively on social media, websites, and promotional materials.
Speakers
avatar for Melanie Blair

Melanie Blair

Marketing + PR Strategist, Beacon & Brand
Melanie Blair has spent the past 20 years perfecting brand strategy, creative vision and a critical eye. She knows the genius behind how chefs think, understand the nuances of how hotels and restaurants function and uses that to create a compelling synergy leading to meaningful campaigns... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2025 4:00pm - 4:45pm PDT
Room #226/227
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