PANEL SESSION

Social Media, Viral Marketing, & Online Video: Do they really work? Creating cost effective campaigns that generate measurable results and a guaranteed return. defining social media and viral marketing examining successes and failures of social media and online video campaigns how are people tracking these types of campaigns how can I use these tools effectively for my business? Bradley Shende - Founder, Media2O & Host Connected Life TV With 15 years of creative experience as a producer of innovative award-winning multimedia content, he is a pioneer in computer-based and mobile content and a well-versed commentator on new media. Bradley produced 6 seasons of the highly rated show Dave Chalk Connected and now produces (and hosts) Connected Life for MSN Canada. Bradley is a regular panelist on CKNW radio and can be seen every Monday on Global TV’s Morning News.   Chris Breikss - Co-Founder & Director, 6S Marketing Chris Breikss is widely recognized and regarded as being a man of ideas, innovation and boundless energy. He began utilizing the Internet as soon as it became possible to launch a website. Eleven years, and hundreds of websites later, Chris has not looked back. An entrepreneur at heart, Chris recognized a trend pointing to significant business potential in internet marketing and search engine optimization, and in 2000, 6S Marketing was born. In 2008, Chris was awarded the prestigious distinction of one of Business in Vancouver’s Top 40 Under 40. Chris holds a place on the Board of Directors for the Yaletown Business Improvement Association and works to promote and support is fellow businesses in Yaletown using internet marketing techniques.   Sarah Prevette - Founder, RedWire Sarah Prevette has captured attention as a passionate and pioneering web entrepreneur -- an exciting voice from inside the online community revolution. Sarah’s untraditional and multi-faceted approach to branding and business building will provide actionable insight to those looking to build communities, truly engage their clients and leverage the full power of the web. Highlighting key insights into current trends and providing tactical advice; Sarah has developed a reputation for giving fun, interactive talks with clear, actionable take-aways. Currently, Sarah is the founder of RedWire, an online knowledge exchange for entrepreneurs and business leaders that can be found at RedWireNation.com