Uptown Forward Program
The Uptown Forward program provides education and assistance to help Uptown small businesses build a digital presence amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The program will kick off with a free virtual workshop open to all Uptown small businesses on Thursday, November 19 from 2–4 p.m.
Industry experts from Pixels & Dots and Reverb will lead the workshop to discuss brand development, messaging, community engagement, social media, digital advertising, search engine optimization (SEO) and e-commerce.
Monte Davis, Vice President, Pixels & Dots: Monte has provided a wide range of creative design and digital marketing services to Cincinnati businesses for more than 20 years to help businesses stand out and grow. Monte recently completed the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program and the SBA Emerging Leaders Program.
Leo D'Cruz, Co-Founder and Chief Strategic Officer, Reverb: Leo is an experienced communications strategist based in Cincinnati. As Chief Strategic Officer and a Founding Partner at Reverb, Leo heads up communications—both on the written page and through public engagement.
Michelle D’Cruz, Co-Founder and CEO, Reverb: Michelle holds a deep-rooted belief that the status quo is meant to be challenged, and that thoughtful design can help drive communities forward. She is an artist by nature, creative strategist by profession, and advocate for equitable outcomes by necessity.
To register for the Uptown Forward workshop, complete the form below.
Businesses can also register for one-on-one virtual consulting services, including an audit of current business practices and recommended solutions to improve market presence. Individual consulting services will take place through two one-hour sessions. Only 20 spots are available. Register for one-on-one consulting services here.
Uptown Forward is sponsored by PNC to provide direct support to small businesses in Uptown.