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Saturday, February 4, 2012

Become a better search and social marketer in Michigan

SEMPO Board
What state led the country in tech job growth in 2010? Michigan with over 2,700 jobs created according to TechAmerica Foundation. With the rich history of Detroit advertising firms, Google's Ann Arbor office, and search marketing classes offered at Eastern Michigan and Michigan State Universities, the big glove of love is one of the best places in the country for internet marketers.

The Michigan chapter of SEMPO was recently founded to bring together the amazing search and social professionals throughout the state. The goal of the SEMPOMi is to provide internet marketers resources to improve their skills, connect with local colleagues, and gain exposure to some of the top businesses in the nation looking to promote online.

Each quarter SEMPOMi will hold a "mini-conference" by bringing in nationally recognized speakers on PPC, SEO, Analytics, social, and mobile. SEMPO members will receive highly discounted rates and have the opportunity to connect with companies and other professionals. Informal monthly meetings will also be held to help search and social marketers build professional relationships, share tips and experiences, and have a good time!

Here's how to become a better search and social marketer in Michigan:

  1. Be passionate about search and social
  2. Become a SEMPO member at www.sempo.org, students can join for only $39 per year
  3. Join the SEMPOMi group
  4. Attend events and become a better search and social marketer