Marketing Minute December 2024 Newsletter
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Hello Austin Marketers!

Are you ready to “circle back after the holidays?” Well, while you're decking the halls and sipping cocoa, we’ve got a festive update just for you! ✨

Here at AMA Austin, the season of gratitude meets the season of mid-year planning. As a volunteer-led organization, our board year runs from July 1 to June 30, so this December, we’re pressing pause on events to give you some time back to enjoy with family and friends (because seriously, who needs another invite right now ❄️). But don’t worry, we’re ramping up for an incredible January with FOUR events to kick off 2024! 🙌

First, let’s look back: YOU helped us reach a BIG milestone last month—we hit our 12-month membership goal in just 5 months! 🤯 Let’s celebrate this win-win-win at our bi-annual membership appreciation event and coat drive on January 30 at Dave & Buster’s Austin, where members not only save $20 but enjoy complimentary drinks, bites, parking, and games—because you deserve to celebrate like a champ! 🎉 (Not a member yet? Why wait? Join now to snag these awesome perks!)

Oh, and about January—it’s as loaded as a festive holiday feast! 🍽️ Mark your calendars for:

• Jan 15: Marketing Morning
• Jan 23: Meetings that Matter Lunch and Learn by Lara Hollers 
• Jan 30: Winter Wrap Up: Member Mixer and Coat Drive ❤️ 🍸
• Jan 31: New Member Orientation

Ready to start 2024 strong? Renew your AMA membership before December 31 using code JoinAMA30 to save $30 on your annual dues. 

Bonus? Membership unlocks event savings, FREE goodies, and eligibility to join our volunteer team. That’s right—our next Winter Volunteer Cohort is accepting applications through January 15. Get involved, give back, and grow your network!

So, as we wrap up this year like the perfect present, remember: AMA Austin is here to help you unwrap your marketing potential in 2024. 🎁✨

Cheers to a joyful holiday season and an even brighter new year.

#WeAreGoingTheDistance
Mars

Marissa Mendez, President, AMA Austin

We’re taking a break this month, so save your seat at one of FOUR events in the new year. Join us to build bonds and boost business while breaking bread and sipping beverages:

• Wednesday, January 15 at 8-9am, January Marketing Morning at Easy Tiger North
• Thursday, January 23 at 12pm, Meetings that Matter Lunch and Learn by Lara Hollers (online event via Hubilo Webinar+)
• Thursday, January 30 at 5:30-7:30pm, Membership Mixer and Coat Drive at Dave and Buster’s
• Friday, January 31 at 10am, January Membership Welcome (online event via Hubilo Webinar+)

Elevate your speaking profile or amplify your brand's visibility among local marketers. Reach out to us here to discuss exciting opportunities!

Blogs, videos, whitepapers, oh my! What will you discover today? 👀💡

• 🔗The missing link in marketing [📘whitepaper]
• 👻Seven spooky stories about event marketing horrors [📝blog]
• 🔮Five trends for twenty twenty five [📝blog]
• 🤔Demandbase CMO: Does a one-size-fit-all campaign work today? [🎬 video]
• 🐑Former DeLorean CMO: Don’t be an AI sheep [🎬 video]
• 🎥Nov Power Hour highlight reel: Membership milestone [🎬 video]

Ready to make your mark? Bolster your writing portfolio, expand your readership, and showcase your expertise. Contact us to submit your content, or explore our guest blogging topics.

In just 5 months, we sleighed our membership goal! But there’s still time to help us hit our stretch goal before the year wraps up. 🎁 Ready to elevate your marketing career? Join AMA Austin to forge valuable connections, discover exciting job opportunities, and gain access to inspiring mentors in our dynamic community.

Become a member before December 31 to save $30 with code JoinAMA30 at checkout. Start 2024 strong with discounted pricing, like FREE admission to our Membership Mixer on January 30 at Dave & Buster’s Austin—drinks, bites, and games included! 🎊

New to AMA Austin? Don’t miss our virtual onboarding session on Friday, January 31 at 10 AM. Connect, collaborate, and explore all the opportunities waiting for you. Make this season the gift of growth—become a member today! 🎄

Questions about membership? Let's talk!

If you’re one of the one in three marketers seeking your next big opportunity, it’s time to make spirits bright by volunteering with AMA Austin! 🌟 Gain valuable experience, grow your network, and give your career a new year boost.

This Giving Season, join our team of 27 behind-the-scenes elves volunteers and be part of something impactful. ❄️ Explore our Winter Cohort open positions and sleigh your career goals while making a difference.

Why not give back and get ahead? Your next career move starts here! 🚀

• Lead our team of 5+ event professionals or help us reboot our annual awards show
• Hone your customer success skills to build a positive volunteer experience
• Build a mentorship or scholarship program to bridge the gap for the next generation of marketers
• Put the “tech” back “martech” to manage and grow our marketing stack
• Looking for… something else? Browse other openings here.

Join our Winter Volunteer Cohort! Submit your volunteer application by January 30 to start the onboarding process for the new year. 

Wrap Up the Year with a Partnership That Delivers! 🎁

As we near the new year, it’s the perfect time to sparkle and shine by partnering with AMA Austin to transform your brand’s presence in our vibrant marketing community.

Why Partner with AMA Austin? 

• Connect with a dynamic network of marketing professionals at all career levels
• Generate quality leads and build lasting brand awareness
• Give back to Austin’s thriving marketing ecosystem while boosting your own visibility

Your partnership helps our non-profit deck the halls with exciting events, cutting-edge technology, and opportunities that foster growth and innovation in the Austin marketing scene.

Ready to sleigh your goals? ✨ Let’s chat about how we can craft the perfect partnership to meet your needs and make a big impact. Reach out today!

Contact us here and our VP of Strategic Partnerships will be in touch.

Big News to Ring in the New Year! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce our newest in-kind sponsor is 🥁🥁🥁 Dave & Buster’s Austin!

Dave & Buster’s Austin has teamed up with AMA Austin to host our January Membership Appreciation Event! Thanks to their generosity, members will enjoy complimentary food, drinks, parking, and games—talk about a winter wonderland of fun! ❄️

Our friends at Dave & Buster’s are the go-to spot for lighting up your holidays with amazing eats, refreshing drinks, and arcade excitement! Whether you're craving a top-tier sports bar, a foodie-approved  restaurant, or family-friendly entertainment, D&B delivers it all with bells and whistles. 🌟

Looking to sleigh your holiday party planning? Host your next January event at Dave & Buster’s and book by January 1 to save 20%! Their expert event planners will help make your festive bash—whether it’s a holiday party, New Year’s Eve celebration, or just good cheer—an unforgettable hit. 🎁

For more information, visit Dave & Buster’s Austin.

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