“The Rise of Social Messaging Platforms” by John Keehler at SMB Dallas March 2014 meeting

DALLAS - March 25, 2014 - PRLog -- DALLAS, TX - SMB Dallas (Social Media Breakfast) March 27, 2014 meeting will feature John Keehler, Director, Digital Strategy & Emerging Platforms of the largest independent advertising agency in the US.  Keehler of The Richards Group will present the “Rise of Social Messaging Platforms”.

Keehler is a veteran digital strategist of more than 15 years agency and startup experience, with a proven track record of creating and pioneering digital work for big brands including Home Depot, Chick-fil-A, Travelocity and Walmart.  Deep experience leading, building and inspiring digital teams, creating unique agency capabilities, educating and publishing, he has been recognized as an industry leader.  Blurring the lines between creative, UX and strategy, he is driven by a passion for new technology and embracing change.

Social messaging platforms like Snapchat, Kik and Whatsapp are changing the social media landscape. With the recent $19 billion acquisition of Whatsapp by Facebook, digital marketers are beginning to take a closer look. Keehler will present a different viewpoint of some of the more popular social messaging platforms.

Keehler has many passions, many which evolve around social media.  When not at work, he is hard at work educating the next generation of digital experts at Southern Methodist University, University of Colorado and Boulder Digital Works, a digital learning environment developed by the University of Colorado.

Social media is ever changing and SMB Dallas is an organization that collectively presents and practices social media platforms, tools, metrics, applications, ROI and case studies.  We are excited and honored to host John Keehler at the upcoming March 2014 meeting.  SMB Dallas is a free event so registration is critical if you want a seat.

Cathy D Claterbaugh said, “We are excited to hear John speak and learn from such a distinguished digital strategist.  The experiences and expertise accumulated over the years will be a great example of forward thinking on the evolution of social media, utilization of tools and platforms for professional use, and provide insight on how to determine the best social media for each client.”

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About SMB Dallas
SMB Dallas was formed May 5, 2010 for businesses and individuals primarily involved in B2B, to network, learn, and showcase their interests in various uses of social media. From a business owner who utilizes social media to promote and grow their business, to the media expert or the new beginner, SMB Dallas is an organization of 800 members coming together to share, teach and learn.  SMB’s roots started in “The Big 3” in social medias – LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter, and has constantly expanded topics to more social media platforms strategic approaches, tools and many more.  The program format varies from showcasing various keynote speakers, “Hot Topic” panel discussions and roundtable “Burning Question” format, so all have an opportunity to participate and grow in knowledge.  Meeting the last Thursday of each month, SMB Dallas members gather to share experiences, successes and engage with each other on a variety of different topics in and around the social media sphere.  For more information please visit https://socialmediabreakfastdallas.com.