Digital Marketing Essentials for Small Business – Billings

Join us for a hands-on, in-person workshop designed specifically for small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to build or improve their digital presence using simple, low-cost tools.

This session is facilitated live via Zoom and supported by on-site hosts at the Big Sky Economic Development’s Zoot Conference Room. No solo Zoom attendance—this is about interactive, real-time support and building community through active working groups.

What You’ll Learn

• Optimizing Your Google Business Profile
  Step-by-step guidance to claim, verify, and optimize your listing so customers can find you in local search and on Google Maps.
• Low-Cost Website Development Tools
  Overview of user-friendly platforms that help you create a professional website—without needing to hire a developer.
• Basic SEO Techniques
  Learn how search engines work and get practical tips to help your website show up in search results—no tech skills required.
• Social Media Best Practices
  Learn how to effectively engage your audience, post with purpose, and build visibility across social platforms.

*You will be able to download checklists and material to work on at a later date*

Who Should Attend

• Small business owners
• Startup founders
• Rural entrepreneurs
• Community-based service providers

  **No prior digital marketing experience needed.**

How It Works

You’ll attend in person at Big Sky Economic Development’s Zoot Conference Room with a trained facilitator present to provide support. These are working sessions designed for learning, discussion, and implementation—not passive webinars.

Registered participants will receive:

• A live Zoom session facilitated by our digital marketing expert
• On-site support from your local host
• Opportunities to collaborate and ask questions live
• Meet other local small business owners and community-based service providers to create a ‘small business’ community

Space is limited—register early to secure your seat.  Please bring your laptop or device to work on during the session.