Marketing, Media & AI: Elevating Your Business in 2025!
This year, we're diving into marketing, media, and AI to help businesses stay ahead. In partnership with the Lafayette Chamber, we’ll host a program featuring key industry experts. Plus, through our collaboration with SBDC, members will have access to exclusive marketing training and a media list for valuable PR connections. Stay tuned for updates here and in the Louisville Loop newsletter!
What Does Marketing Look Like for Your Business in 2025?
Real Answers. Real Experts. One Powerful Morning.
Marketing in 2025 isn’t just digital—it’s smarter, faster, and more personal.Are you ready to keep up?
👉 Reserve Your Spot Now REGISTER 👈
Join us Tuesday, May 20 at The Louisville Underground for a dynamic two-part panel event created just for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketers.
What’s in Store:
Join us for a high-impact morning built for entrepreneurs, marketers, and dreamers like you.
Double Panel Power:
Meet the Newsrooms – Hear directly from journalists on how to pitch your story, get noticed, and build lasting media relationships.
Marketing, Advertising & AI – Learn how to stretch your budget, automate outreach, and grow smarter with AI.
Why You Should Be There:
✔️ Real strategies to grow your brand in 2025
✔️ Exclusive tips from top local media: Daily Camera, BizWest, YellowScene & Thirst Colorado
✔️ Marketing and AI hacks from the pros at WSI Digital, NoCo AdSpace, Digital Dynamo & Aspyr AI
✔️ Live Q&A + meaningful connections with fellow business leaders
✔️ No fluff—just practical ideas you can use right now
🗓️ When: Tuesday, May 20 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM (Doors at 8:30)
📍 Where: The Louisville Underground
Tickets: $20 Members | $30 Non-Members
Open to members and non-members—so bring a friend! 👉 Reserve Your Spot Now REGISTER
Thanks to our sponsors: T-Fiber • Daily Camera • YellowScene Magazine
MORE INFORMATION:
Moderator
Albert Manzi
Publisher Emeritus, Prairie Mountain Media
Albert Manzi is the retired CEO and Publisher of Prairie Mountain Publishing and the Daily Camera. With over 40 years in media leadership, he continues to serve as Publisher Emeritus, sits on editorial and finance boards, and remains an active mentor and advocate for Colorado journalism.
Meet the Newsroom Panel
Joe Ross
Editor and Associate Publisher, Thirst Colorado Media & The Publishing House
With 35 years in publishing, Joe Ross leads Thirst Colorado, a statewide magazine celebrating lifestyle and entertainment. He also oversees performing arts publications for major Colorado institutions through The Publishing House portfolio.
Lucas High
Managing Editor, BizWest
Lucas High is the Managing Editor at BizWest, where he leads coverage of regional business news across Northern Colorado. He previously reported for the Daily Camera and Longmont Times-Call and has also covered government and policy for newspapers in South Carolina, Wyoming, and Maryland. A Maryland native, Lucas holds a journalism degree from the University of Maryland.
Shavonne Blades
Publisher, Yellow Scene Magazine
Shavonne Blades founded Yellow Scene Magazine in 2000 after working for alternative weeklies and developing her passion for independent media. With over 30 years of experience in design, copywriting, and marketing, she believes in true community journalism and has never compromised journalistic integrity. YS continues to publish monthly print editions and digital content.
Jeanine Fritz
Advertising Manager, Prairie Mountain Media
Jeanine Fritz manages advertising for publications such as the Daily Camera and Longmont Times-Call. With over 25 years in publishing, she is a leader in delivering effective local advertising strategies and building strong client relationships.
Advertising, Marketing & AI Panel
Tyler Nelson
Founder, Aspyr AI Consulting
Tyler Nelson is the founder of Aspyr AI Consulting, a Denver-based firm helping small and mid-sized businesses turn AI tools into real revenue growth. With a background in aerospace engineering and an MBA from UCLA Anderson, Tyler brings over a decade of experience in strategy, operations, and automation. His work focuses on AI-driven lead generation, customer personalization at scale, and workflow automation — delivering 5–10x ROI across industries like real estate, fitness, and professional services.
Scott Leith
Owner, WSI Digital Marketing
Scott Leith leads a full-service digital marketing firm specializing in AI integration. With over 25 years of experience across multiple industries, including founding and selling businesses, he helps small businesses leverage AI, SEO, paid media, and content marketing to grow their presence and efficiency.
Jim Greco
Owner, NoCo Community AdSpace
Jim Greco founded NoCo Community AdSpace to help local businesses reach audiences through digital billboards in everyday locations. Previously, he held senior roles in marketing research and analytics at Oracle and Nielsen, bringing over 25 years of expertise in media measurement and strategy.
Marcie Lord
Digital Marketing Strategist & Founder, Digital Dynamo LLC
Marcie Lord is a full-stack digital marketing strategist with over 18 years of experience in SEO, paid media, web development, and analytics. She founded Digital Dynamo to help small and midsize businesses implement enterprise-level marketing strategies. Her work has delivered 400%+ ROI and helped clients surpass national brands in competitive search spaces.