Marketing that Works: Practical Strategies for Growing Your Business – Kodiak

Create a marketing plan that helps customers find you, trust you, and keep coming back!

Join us on Monday, September 14, 2026, for this FREE In-Person workshop in Kodiak on “Marketing that Works: Practical Strategies for Growing Your Business – Kodiak” at the Kodiak Marketplace Event Center, presented by Ginny Grabowski, Anchorage Business Advisor at the Alaska Small Business Development Center (Alaska SBDC). Dinner will be provided!

Marketing is much more than social media. In this practical workshop, you’ll learn how successful small businesses combine direct marketing, digital marketing, public relations, relationship building, and customer service into a cohesive marketing strategy. Through real Alaska business examples, you’ll leave with practical ideas you can implement immediately – regardless of your budget.

During this workshop, you’ll learn how to:

Build a marketing strategy that aligns with your business goals.
Understand the difference between marketing strategies and tactics.
Improve your website, branding, and customer messaging.
Increase your visibility through search engines and AI-powered search optimization.
Create effective social media, email marketing, and paid advertising campaigns.
Develop public relations opportunities through community partnerships, sponsorships, and media outreach.
Strengthen customer relationships with loyalty programs, referrals, and personalized communication.
Build a practical marketing calendar that turns ideas into consistent action.
Learn low-cost marketing techniques specifically suited for small businesses and rural communities.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER:

Ginny Grabowski, Anchorage Business Advisor, Alaska SBDC. Ginny has more than 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur and small business owner and is passionate about helping Alaska’s small businesses grow through the Alaska SBDC. With a Master’s degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion, she specializes in building and scaling health and wellness businesses, strategic partnerships, client engagement, and leveraging technology to enhance the customer experience. An Alaska resident since 2002, she enjoys running, cycling, skiing, and dancing to live music with her husband.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT FOR ALL FOUR WORKSHOPS BEING HELD IN KODIAK:

Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Small Businesses – Kodiak
Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Marketing that Works: Practical Strategies for Growing Your Business – Kodiak
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Financial Projections: Building a Strong Business Foundation – Kodiak
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Small Businesses – Kodiak (repeated)

LOCATION: Kodiak Marketplace Event Center, Bear Room (2nd floor), 111 W. Rezanof Drive, Kodiak, Alaska 99615.

This workshop is provided to you for free, thanks to the generous contribution from the Kodiak Chamber of Commerce and support from the Kodiak Area Native Association and Koniag!

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