Colleen Wainwright to Keynote PACA 2013 Conference

The PACA 2013 Conference Committee is excited to announce that Colleen Wainwright, a.k.a. “the communicatrix", will set the stage for this year's "Opportunity in Change" program. Known for her common sense approach to how to connect more effectively with the right people, her presentation will be full of a lively blend of solid theory and actionable information.Colleen will focus on how to stand out in a big, crowded market....not by spending the most or yelling the loudest, her secret is to make your business irresistible; on your website, over the phone and on all social media. She'll teach us how to use social media creatively and effectively.Here's what others have to say about her:“Colleen is a dynamic evangelist for the creative and strategic use of social media. Whether speaking to novice or expert audiences, she’s able to convey the excitement of the medium, the potential for communities to coalesce and flourish around ideas, businesses, or other focal points. She takes full advantage of her broad knowledge of best practices and innovation in the social media space to help clients develop a productive social media presence appropriate for their resources and aspirations.”
—Andrew Gossen, Senior Director for Social Media Strategy, Alumni Affairs & Development, Cornell University“Her presentation had great ideas that are easily implemented and will help increase your business. I highly recommend that you hire her for any upcoming speaking event and/or to work with you on creating and implementing a customized marketing plan. You will be pleased with the results!”
—Jan Kostner, Deputy Director, Events and Marketing at The University of Chicago, Institute of Politics“She is the rare presenter who combines a detailed and comprehensive understanding of her subject matter with exceptional presentation skills, a keen wit and immediate, applicable real world solutions to vexing problems.”
—Peter Beckwith, New Media Producer“Colleen has an excellent grasp of how to explain and demystify interaction online. She gives clear advice and examples, a wealth of insider tips and honest feedback on how to create trusted connections online. If you’re looking for guidance, support and a common sense understanding of how social media can work for you and your business, Colleen is the right place to start.”
—Julie Shanson, Strategy ConsultantColleen has spoken at IgnitePortland, TEDxConcordiaUPortland, SXSW Interactive, ASMP’s Strictly Business 3 (and 16 ASMP chapters across the U.S.), PhotoPlus Expo, WPPI, WPPI OTR, Palm Springs Photo Fest, Seattle Interactive Conference, HOW Design Live’s Creative Freelancer Conference , Seattle Design Center, Cornell Alumni Leadership Conference, Orange County Advertising Federation, Pam Slim’s Escape from Cubicle Nation Workshops, Freelancers Union, and Casting Networks, Inc.You can see more about Colleen here: http://www.communicatrix.comRegister today at for the PACA 2103 Conference. Rates go up on August 9, 2013.