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Hey everyone! Welcome to The Arboretum—so excited to have you join us!Let's kick things off and get to know one another:🌟 Introduce Yourself: Tell us your name, your role, and what got you passionate about social media.💻 Favorite Platform: Which social media platform do you find most captivating and why?🚀 Campaign Highlight: Share a standout campaign you've either worked on or really admired. What made it so perfect?💡 Expert Advice: What’s your top tip for crafting killer social media content?🔮 Future Trends: What do you think is the next big thing in social media, and how are you getting ready for it?🧠 Learning Objectives: What are your goals for learning and achieving within our community?Your stories and insights are wh

Time to meet, Shannon Waldschmidt!​@shannon.waldschmidt, our Member Spotlight for November, leads the social media marketing team at The Cigna Group – a team that’s just been recognized as a finalist for "Best Use of Social Media" by the Content Marketing Institute’s Content Marketing Awards! 👏 She’s been shaping the way social connects and engages, taking innovation to the next level. But there’s more to Shannon than you might expect from a Head of Social…From Journalism Major to Social Media MavenBelieve it or not, Shannon didn’t start her career in marketing! She’s a former journalism major with a dance minor, and she even dipped her toes into musical theater. This artsy background fuels her creative spark on social – and we think that’s pretty cool!Shoutout to @Things.I.Bought.and.LikedWhen it comes to inspiration, Shannon is all about authenticit

Hey there, new friends! Welcome to The Arboretum—we're stoked to have you here!Let's break the ice and get to know each other:🌟 About You: Share your name, role, and what sparked your love for social media.💻 Platform Crush: Which social media platform makes your heart flutter and why?🚀 Campaign Hall of Fame: Dish out a phenomenal campaign you've worked on or admired. What made it chef's kiss?💡 Pro Tip: What's your go-to advice for creating killer social media content?🔮 Trendspotting: What's the next big thing in social media, and how are you prepping for it?🧠 Learning Goals: What are you hoping to learn and achieve in our community?Your experiences and insights are what make The Arb special. Let's learn from each ot

Welcome to The Arboretum!We're thrilled to have you join us as we dive into the ever-changing world of social media. Let's start by getting to know each other better:Introduce Yourself: Share your name, role, and what ignited your passion for social media.​​​​​​Favorite Platform: Which social media platform do you love working on the most, and why?Memorable Campaign: Tell us about a standout social media campaign you’ve worked on or admired. What made it unforgettable?Top Tip: What’s your best advice for creating engaging and impactful social media content?Future Trends: What do you think will be the next big trend in social media, and how are you gearing up for it?Learning Opportunity: What do you hope to learn and gain from this community?

Ready to build connections, gain insights and grow professionally? The Arboretum Mentorship Network is here to support your journey, whether you're looking for guidance, want to connect with like-minded professionals, or simply want to share expertise with others on social media.All programs are open for sign-ups from November 11 - November 15, with introductions going out on November 18! Remember, there’s no cost associated with joining these conversations; it's completely free! 🌐 Peer-to-Peer ConnectGet matched one-on-one with fellow social media pros to exchange insights and ideas, ask questions, and support each other as you tackle challenges together. 🔗 Sign Up Here

We want to know what’s on your wishlist this year! As we prepare for our Holiday Giveaways and a special feature on the best gifts for social media pros, we’re looking for your input! If you could pick any gift to make your workday smoother or spark creativity, what would it be? From the must-have tech to favorite desk essentials, share your ideas below!Let us know what you’d love to receive for a chance to win one of three giveaway swag packages! Terms and Conditions here.

After our exciting panel discussion, we want to hear from YOU!What’s the most important trend or strategy you think will shape the future of social media?Share your insights for a chance to win one of two amazing prize bundles! Here’s what’s up for grabs:First Prize Package: Arboretum tote, Arboretum water bottle notebook, Conversations That Connect by Brooke Sellas, Moleskin pen, and Arboretum planter. Second Prize Bundle: Arboretum fleece blanket, Arboretum notebook, Arboretum mug, Moleskin pen, and a DJI Osmo Mobile SE Intelligent Gimbal.The giveaway is open from 9:30 AM on October 24, 2024, until 11:59 PM on Monday, October 28, 2024. Two luc

October Mentorship Connections Now Open: Sprout Platform Networking & Peer-to-Peer ProgramsThe October round of The Arboretum Mentorship Network programs is open for sign-ups! This month, we’re offering both Sprout Platform Networking and Peer-to-Peer connections, and now’s your chance to participate!Sign-up period: October 21 – October 25 Introductions: Sent out on October 28 Whether you're looking to improve your use of Sprout Social through Sprout Platform Networking or dive into conversations with a peer in your field through the Peer-to-Peer program, there’s something for everyone. SIGN UP FOR SPROUT PLATFORM NETWORKING

Welcome to the Arboretum!We’re so excited to have you join our community of social media pros! To kick things off, we’d love to get to know you better. And there’s a special bonus this week… we’re hosting a giveaway! How to Enter: Simply introduce yourself by answering the following questions by Wednesday, October 9th, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win one of our awesome prizes!Who are you? Share your name, current role, and where you’re based. What brings you here? Tell us what excites you most about social media or what you hope to gain from our community. Fun fact! What’s a surprising hobby, a favorite meme, or your go-to TV show?What You Could Win: We’ll be randomly selecting four lucky members who

Member Spotlight: Meet Tristan Audet, Social Media Manager at CogecoThis month, we're shining the spotlight on @tristan.audet, who’s been making big moves in social media! Tristan’s journey has taken him from the peaceful countryside of Lac St-Jean, Quebec, to building a high-performing social media team from scratch at Cogeco. He recently revamped their customer care system with Sprout Social Cases, and in less than 10 months, his team surpassed all objectives! 🎉Here’s more about Tristan:Fun Fact: Tristan grew up surrounded by nature, and now, he can’t spend much time away from trees and water. Favorite Social Account: Tristan enjoys following RingConn, a rising brand with a unique approach to influencer marketing and community support. Hobbies: When he’s not managing social media, Tristan stays active by working out, running,

Welcome to the Arboretum!We’re so excited to have you join our community of social media pros! To kick things off, we’d love to get to know you better. And there’s a special bonus this week… we’re hosting a giveaway! How to Enter: Simply introduce yourself by answering the following questions by Wednesday, September 25th, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win one of our awesome prizes!Who are you? Share your name, current role, and where you’re based. What brings you here? Tell us what excites you most about social media or what you hope to gain from our community. Fun fact! What’s a surprising hobby, a favorite meme, or your go-to TV show?What You Could Win: We’ll be randomly selecting four lucky members

Welcome to the Arb community, new members!We are thrilled you have joined us in this dynamic digital space, where growth, learning, and valuable connections thrive. Let's get to know each other better and share our unique journeys.👋 Introduce Yourself For A Chance To Win!We want to get to know you! Take a moment to introduce yourself to the community, share your location, background, interests, and what motivated you to join the Arboretum. We're excited to hear from you!Some ideas to get you started:1️⃣ What inspired you to become part of the Arboretum community?2️⃣ Do you have specific areas of interest or expertise in social media marketing?3️⃣ What challenges or goals are you looking to tackle with the support of our community?4️⃣ Share a fun fact about yourself unrelated to m

We’re thrilled to highlight Emma Peneguy, the Advertising and Social Media Coordinator at Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry.@emma.peneguy  brings a unique blend of creativity and precision to her role, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for social media.Fun Fact: Emma is a huge grammar nerd and frequently consults the AP style book to perfect her writing.Recent Project: Emma recently launched a quarterly newsletter as part of Lee Michaels’ associate Instagram program. This newsletter offers Instagram updates, how-to guides, and best practices, many of which she’s gleaned from the Arb community.Favorite Social Account: Emma enjoys following McDonald's on social media for their offbeat and engaging content.Hobbies: Outside of work, Emma loves exploring estate sales