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Columbus Retailers and Ecommerce Friends, This One’s for You

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May 13

We’re back in Columbus with our next Cool People Saying Smart Things breakfast event. This time, we’re focusing on retail and ecommerce. If you’re looking for fresh ideas to grow your brand, stand out online, and connect with customers, you’ll want to be there.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, June 5
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Spacejunk Studio, 232 N 3rd St, Suite 100, Columbus, OH
Tickets: $20 (includes coffee and breakfast)
Get your ticket here

What to Expect:
A casual morning of smart conversations and actionable insights, perfect for brands, retailers, and ecommerce teams. You’ll learn from people who are out there doing the work and seeing real results.

Topics include:

  • Trends in Google and Meta Ads with AI for ecommerce (UFO Performance Marketing)
  • How partnerships can boost visibility and sales (Bridget Murphy, Envision Promotions)
  • Messaging and branding that resonates with customers (Anna Hetzel, Strange Birds)
  • Creating video and snackable content that drives action (Spacejunk)

Why You Should Come:

  • Learn practical tips you can use right away
  • Get inspired by smart people doing cool things
  • Enjoy good coffee and a local breakfast spread
  • Connect with people who get what you do

Breakfast will have gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options.

This event is for anyone in retail, ecommerce, or supporting those industries through marketing, content, or partnerships.

Space is limited. Save your seat here:
https://events.humanitix.com/cpsst-retail-columbus-june

Written by Andrea Larsen

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