Make the web work for your business.

Join patch.com for our groundbreaking Main Street U Summit, where we connect local business owners with digital experts and industry veterans. Focused on educating and inspiring small business owners, the program features the following seasoned speakers:

• Allison Fass, Deputy Editor of Inc.com
• Sean Stahlman, Director of Client Services at Outspoken Media
• Darren Magarro, Chief Strategist and President of The DSM Group
• Scott Doty, Co-Founder and Owner of BrainStorm Tutoring, LLC
• Stephanie Wagle, Deputy Editor at Patch
• Collin McCarthy, Senior Account Manager at Yext
• Mario Mirabella, CEO and Executive Creative Director, MSM DesignZ
• Dan Beldowicz, VP of Business Development, Single Throw Internet Marketing

You’ll walk away with powerful tips and practical tools to help grow your business through social media, local search and online marketing. Plus, you’ll get to rub elbows with fellow entrepreneurs and learn the secrets of their success. 

Let us help you navigate the digital landscape. Reserve your seat today! Early bird rate of $20 is available through February 7. Regular ticket price is $25 and tickets purchased at the door are $35.

Agenda

8:00am  – Registration and Breakfast

8:30am  – Welcome with Warren Webster, Co-Founder, Patch

8:45am – Misconceptions of SEO with Sean Stahlman, Client Services Director, Outspoken Media

9:15am – Small Business Marketing Panel moderated by Warren Webster

Panelists: Darren Magarro, Chief Strategist and President, The DSM Group; Scott Doty, Co-Founder and Owner, BrainStorm Tutoring & Arts; Stephanie Wagle, Deputy Editor, Patch; Mario Mirabella, CEO & Executive Creative Director, MSM DesignZ

10:00 AM – Managing Your Local Presence with Collin McCarthy, Senior Account Manager, Yext              

10:30 AM – Break     

11:00 AM – The Power of Video with Dan Beldowicz, VP of Business Development, Single Throw Internet Marketing             

11:30 AM – Social Media Insights for Small Business with Allison Fass, Deputy Editor, Inc.com     

12:00 PM – Closing with Warren Webster, Co-Founder, Patch    

FAQs

Is there parking at the event?

The Hilton offers complimentary parking for event attendees.

Will you be selling tickets at the door?

You can purchase tickets at the door, but we strongly encourage you to purchase your ticket ahead of time as space is limited. Also, you will save money by purchasing your ticket early. The early bird rate of $20 is available through February 7. Regular ticket price is $25 and tickets at the door are $35.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please email mainstreetu@patch.com with any questions.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

We will have a list of all registered attendees at the door in case you are unable to print and bring your ticket.

What is the refund policy?

If you have purchased a ticket but are no longer able to attend, you can email mainstreetu@patch.com regarding a refund.

Are there ID requirements or an age limit for this event? 

Please note that this event is only open to adults 18 and older.