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SUMMARY:Why Visual Storytelling in the AI Era?
DESCRIPTION:Please visit our\nEventbrite page to register for this exceptional event\,\n\n\nWhy Visual Storytelling in the AI Era?\n\n\nAs AI makes content easier and faster to create\, attention\, clarity\, and human connection are becoming more valuable—not less. \n\n\n\n\nAs AI makes content easier and faster to create\, attention\, clarity\, and human connection are becoming more valuable—not less. Drawing on the Visual Storytelling Institute’s work at the intersection of visual storytelling\, AI communication\, and human storytelling\, this session explores how marketers can use story and visuals to make complex ideas easier to understand\, more persuasive\, and more memorable. Attendees will learn practical principles for combining human judgment with AI tools without losing authenticity\, differentiation\, or emotional impact. \nKey topics:\n● Why visual storytelling matters—especially in the AI era\n● The key elements of effective storytelling\n● Story vs. narrative\n● The top 3 persuasion drivers\n● AI storytelling best practices\n● Industry examples that bring the principles to life \nKey Takeaways — Attendees Will Learn:\n● Why visual storytelling is becoming more important in the AI era\n● How to structure stories using the key elements that make them clear\, engaging\, and memorable\n● The difference between a story and a narrative—and when to use each\n● How to apply the top 3 persuasion drivers to influence attention\, emotion\, and action\n● How to use AI effectively without losing human judgment\, authenticity\, or originality\n● How leading brands bring these principles to life in the real world \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, November 19th\, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at General Provision. \nABOUT PETER \nShlomi Ron is a digital marketing veteran with 20+ years of experience working with Fortune 100/500 brands including IBM\, Nokia\, and American Express. He is the founder of the Visual Storytelling Institute\, where he helps brands communicate more clearly and humanly through story\, and the author of Total Acuity: Tales with Marketing Morals to Help You Create Richer Visual Brand Stories. \nHe is also co-founder and CMO of DecisionAdvantage.ai\, teaches Brand Storytelling at the University of Miami Business School\, and is the longtime publisher of the Visual Storytelling Newsletter\, launched in 2016. As a certified startup mentor\, he coaches founders on sharpening their pitch stories. Committed to the belief that at the heart of effective communication lies a compelling story\, he shares this principle with clients\, entrepreneurs\, and students alike. \nTO REGISTER \nPlease visit our Eventbrite page to register for this exceptional event about programmatic advertising. SFIMA members are always FREE. Non-members and guests of members are $25. Please note that the $25 ticket fee can be applied toward a SFIMA membership. Contact board@sfima.com with questions about tickets or joining SFIMA. \nAGENDA\n\n\n6:00 PM – 6:45 PM – Networking\n6:45 PM – 7:45 PM – Presentation\n7:45 PM – 8:00 PM – Q&A\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease visit our\nEventbrite page to register for this exceptional event\,
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SUMMARY:SFIMA 2026 Holiday Party at The Fitz Bar
DESCRIPTION:SFIMA’s Holiday Party for Marketers \nEnd the year with South Florida’s marketing and business community! Join us for an evening of celebration\, connection\, and great vibes as we toast to a successful year. \nThis is SFIMA’s most popular event of the year: a chance to relax\, network\, and celebrate with marketing professionals\, agency teams\, entrepreneurs\, and business owners. \nWhat’s Included: \n\nFestive holiday atmosphere\nMusic by DJ Cool G\nLite bites\nNetworking with South Florida’s marketing and business leaders\n\nEvent Details: \n\n📅 Wednesday\, December 17th\, 2025\n⏰ 6:30 PM\nThe Fitz. Bar + Lounge: 503 SW 2nd Avenue\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL 33301 (Tarpon River District)\n\nAdmission:\nFree admission. Ticket required. Please RSVP\, space is limited! \nAbout SFIMA:\nSince 2004\, SFIMA has connected marketing professionals\, agency teams\, entrepreneurs\, and business owners across South Florida for education\, networking\, and community. \nSpots fill up fast. RSVP today to join us. See you at The Fitz! 🎊 \nReserve Your Place Today\nSFIMA members enjoy free admission to this event (using code SFIMA)\, while non-members are welcome to join for just $25 per person. Your registration includes entry to the celebration\, delectable hors d’oeuvres\, one complimentary alcoholic drink ticket\, and an evening of connection with local marketing professionals. \nAll registrations are handled through EventBrite.\nBe sure to click here to secure your spot for an evening you won’t want to miss.\nSupport SFIMA Through Sponsorship\nSFIMA thrives thanks to the dedication of our volunteers and the generosity of our sponsors. If you’re looking for an opportunity to connect with South Florida’s marketing professionals while supporting a non-profit organization\, consider exploring our sponsorship options. \nWe’re happy to customize a package that suits your needs. Contact us at sponsorship@sfima.com to learn more about how you can make an impact. \nWe can’t wait to celebrate the season with you on Thurssday\, December 17th \, 2026\, at The Fitz Bar & Lounge. Mark your calendar and prepare for an evening filled with holiday joy and professional connections!
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