Release Date: 09.07.10 | Location: Downtown/ Midtown /Buckhead | Organization: AMA-Atlanta
Emerging Media Schools of Thought - Chat with Emory's Dr. Konsynski
Trends and new schools of thought on integrating social, mobile and location based targeting to engage users

Emerging Media Schools of Thought at the AMA Atlanta Marketing Technology SIG Luncheon
A fireside chat with Benn Konsynski, PhD and expert in emerging technology and Michael Tavani, an Atlanta based entrepreneur and founder of ScoutMob. Dr. Konzynski will illuminate trends and new schools of thought on integrating social, mobile and location based targeting to engage users.
Take-aways
Gain an academic perspective about how emerging technology is disrupting traditional marketing.
Learn how ScoutMob has mastered this innovative multi-platform environment by creating a powerful local network and e-commerce tool in the palm of your hand.
Learn how multiple online marketing platforms can work together to deliver a powerful message to your customers.
Date and Time
Thursday, September 30, 2010
12:00 PM - 01:30 PM (please note updated time for this event)
Location
Maggiano's Buckhead
3368 Peachtree Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30326
Pricing
Member: $35
Non-Member: $45
ALL Walk-ins $55
Dr. Benn R. Konsynski, George S. Craft Distinguished Professor of Business Administration for Information Systems and Operations Management, Goizueta Business School, Emory University
Dr. Konsysnski arrived at the Goizueta Business School in 1992. He currently teaches in the Executive MBA, Doctoral IS, and, Evening MBA programs. Prior to Goizueta, he spent 7 years on the faculty at the Harvard Business School. While at Harvard, he taught in the MBA and Executive MBA programs. Prior to Harvard, he was a Professor at the University of Arizona, where he was co-founder of the university's multi-million dollar group-decision support laboratory. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Purdue University. He was also named Baxter Research Fellow at Harvard, and Hewlett Fellow at The Carter Center.
Michael Tavani, Co-Founder, ScoutMob
Michael is one of the founders of Scoutmob, running the day-to-day operations, strategic development, and marketing. Scoutmob is an Atlanta-based flash commerce company that has expanded virally in Atlanta since its January 2010 launch. Prior to Scoutmob, Michael started Web Based Brands, which developed desirable domain names into web brands. He previously worked in professional sports marketing for the Atlanta Hawks, Women’s United Soccer Association and Major League Soccer. Mr. Tavani graduated from Berry University School of Law and University of Georgia.
Contact Info
Contact Name: AMA Atlanta
Company: AMA-Atlanta
Phone: 404-630-4643
E-mail: ama@ama-atlanta.com

