2019 Midwest Foodservice Expo

"Non-Paid Media: Boost Sales by Branding, Not Selling" (Room 202 B)

12 Mar 19
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Tracks: Marketing

It’s hard to resist the temptation to promote your restaurant every chance you get. But if you’re interacting with someone on social media – or courting editorial coverage – selling can be counterproductive. 

In this session, you'll hear best practices on how to engage with, and activate, your online community and media contacts.

Takeaways will include:

  • Why non-paid media messages should be different than paid media (advertising)
  • How to think like an editor/producer
  • How to create organic social media content that engages
  • What social media measurement metrics you should focus on
  • Basic tips for creating and sharing content (video and photo) for social media