Free Marketing Training for Small Business Owners
6 Free Live Workshops: SEO, AI Search, Social Media, AI Strategies, Web Design & Geofencing Ads for Small Business Owners January 2025 - March 2026 Attend one or all.
Learn from BC's Top-Rated Marketing Agency, Featured in AP News, CBS, NBC & 450+ Publications
Elite Marketing Projects is a top-rated digital marketing agency based in Kamloops, British Columbia, featured in over 450 media outlets including AP News, USANews, Barchart, and TechBullion. We specialize in AI-forward marketing strategies and automation for small and medium-sized businesses across Canada and the United States.
Our free workshop series gives you access to the same strategies we use with paying clients - proven tactics for SEO optimization, AI search visibility, and social media management that actually generate leads and sales. Whether you run a real estate business, restaurant, home service company, or non-profit organization, you'll learn practical marketing skills you can implement immediately without hiring an expensive agency.
What You'll Learn in Our Free Marketing Workshops
Struggling to keep up with marketing? You're not alone.
Join Elite Marketing Projects for 6 free live marketing workshops in January to March 2026. These interactive training sessions are designed specifically for small business owners across Canada & the US who want proven marketing results without paying agency prices.
What You Get in Every Workshop:
✅ 30 minutes of expert training on critical marketing topics (SEO, AI Search, Social Media, AI Strategies, Web Design & Geofencing Ads)
✅ 30 minutes of live Q&A - bring all YOUR marketing questions
✅ Actionable strategies you can implement immediately
✅ Real examples from businesses - no theory, just proven tactics
✅ Access to marketing experts featured in 450+ media outlets
✅ Network with fellow small business owners facing the same challenges
Can't attend live? Schedule a free 1-on-1 marketing consultation instead.
Register for Upcoming Workshops
SEO Without the Fluff: Get Found on Google in 2026
Date: Wed. Jan 14, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn the SEO fundamentals that actually move the needle for small businesses. No fluff, just what works NOW. Free live workshop + Q&A.
Stop guessing what Google wants. In this no-fluff workshop, you'll learn the SEO fundamentals that actually move the needle for small businesses in 2026 - the technical jargon explained, tactics and what works NOW.
What You'll Learn:
- The 5 SEO actions that deliver the biggest ROI (you can do them this week)
- How Google's algorithm actually works in plain English
- Common SEO mistakes that are killing your rankings
- Quick wins for local businesses to outrank competitors
- The truth about keywords, backlinks, and "SEO secrets"
Plus 30+ minutes of LIVE Q&A - bring all your marketing questions!
Who This Is For: Small business owners, solopreneurs, non-profit organizations or anyone who want to improve their marketing and visibility.
The AI Search Revolution: Rank on ChatGPT & Google AI Overviews
Date: Wed. Jan 28, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
People search on ChatGPT now, not just Google. Learn AI search optimization strategies that work. Free live workshop + Q&A.
Google isn't the only game in town anymore. People are searching on ChatGPT and Google's AI Overviews often provides responses to common queries - and if your business isn't showing up there, you're invisible to a growing segment of customers.
What You'll Learn:
- How AI search engines decide which businesses to recommend
- The specific content formats that get featured in AI Overviews
- Real examples: businesses winning (and losing) in AI search
- Why traditional SEO still matters & how to improve your chances of AI mentioning your business when people search for businesses like yours.
- Actionable tactics to optimize for ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
Plus 30+ minutes of LIVE Q&A - bring all your marketing questions!
Who This Is For: Forward-thinking business owners who want to dominate the NEXT generation of search before their competitors even know it exists.
Social Media for Busy Business Owners: What Actually Matters
Date: Tue. Feb 10, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Stop the daily posting grind. Learn to maintain an active presence, get found on Google, and actually grow your business. Free live workshop + Q&A.
You don't need to post three times a day or become an influencer for your business to be successful. As a small business owner, you need a STRATEGIC approach that signals you're active, gets you found, and doesn't consume your entire week.
What You'll Learn:
- Why Social Media Presence Matters (Even If You Post Once a Week)
- Creating a Social Media Content Bank
- MAJOR 2025 UPDATE that you need to know of as a business owner
- The Influencer Trap: Why You Shouldn't Try to Be One
- Social Media Engagement Strategies
- Scheduling Tools That Save Your Sanity
- Picking Your Platform: Where Should You Actually Be?
Plus 30+ minutes of LIVE Q&A - bring all your marketing questions!
Who This Is For: Business owners who feel overwhelmed by social media, aren't seeing results from their current efforts, or want a clear, sustainable strategy that doesn't eat up their entire day.
Making AI Work for Your Business: Practical Strategies That Save Time
Date: Wed. Feb 25, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn how to make AI actually work for your business - not just hype. Proven strategies for content, automation & marketing. Free workshop + Q&A.
Tired of AI hype? Ready to make AI actually work for YOUR business? This training is about proven strategies that save time, improve your marketing, and deliver real results.
What You'll Learn:
- Create Content Faster Without Sacrificing Quality
- Analyze Your Online Presence with AI
- Master AI Prompting
- Marketing Automation That Works
- What AI Can (and Can't) Do Well
- Real Examples and Live Demos
Plus 30+ minutes of LIVE Q&A - bring your AI questions, challenges, and specific business scenarios!
Who This Is For:
Small business owners who are curious about AI but overwhelmed by the hype, those already using AI but not getting good results, marketers who want to work smarter (not harder), and anyone tired of generic AI advice that doesn't apply to small businesses.
Website Essentials: Turn Your Site Into a Lead-Generating Machine
Date: Wed. Mar 11, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn website fundamentals every business owner needs: speed, SEO, content, mobile optimization & conversion tools. Free expert training + Q&A.
Your website is often the first impression potential customers have of your business. But most small business websites make critical mistakes that cost them leads and sales. This workshop covers everything you need to know to build a website that actually works.
What You'll Learn:
- Technical Foundations Your Website Needs
- Writing Website Copy That Converts
- Keywords & SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
- Optimizing for ChatGPT & AI Overviews
- Link Building & Blogging
- Visual Content: Videos & Animations
- Trust Signals & Conversion Tools
- The Most Important Parts for Web Design
Plus 30+ minutes of LIVE Q&A - bring your website questions, get feedback on YOUR site, and discuss any marketing challenges!
Who This Is For:
Business owners planning to build a new website, those with existing websites that aren't generating leads, anyone doing DIY website work who wants to get it right, and marketers who need to understand website fundamentals to make smart decisions.
The Future of Advertising: Geofencing Strategies Explained
Date: Wed. Mar 25, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn about geofencing advertising - target customers by physical location. Most business owners don't know this exists. Free webinar + Q&A
What if you could show ads ONLY to people who visit your competitor's location? Or target attendees at a specific event? Or reach customers in a particular neighborhood? That's geofencing - and most small business owners don't even know it exists.
Elite Marketing Projects is a leader in geofencing advertising in Canada and growing rapidly in the US. In this workshop, we'll show you exactly how this powerful advertising strategy works and when it makes sense for YOUR business.
What You'll Learn:
- What Geofencing Is and How It Works
- Real-World Use Cases
- How Geofencing Campaigns Work
- Creative Geofencing Strategies by Industry
- When Geofencing Makes Sense
Plus 30+ minutes of LIVE Q&A - bring all your questions about geofencing or any marketing challenges you want to discuss.
Who This Is For:
Local business owners who want to outsmart larger competitors, businesses with physical locations or service areas, event organizers looking to boost attendance, anyone curious about advanced advertising tactics, and marketers who want to stay ahead of the competition.
Who This Is For
These workshops are perfect for:
- Small business owners in Canada & the US who handle their own marketing
- Solopreneurs who want to grow without breaking the bank
- Marketers looking for practical, up-to-date strategies
- Anyone frustrated with generic marketing advice that doesn't fit small businesses
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these be recorded?
We're not offering recordings at this time. If you can't attend live, we encourage you to
schedule a
free 1-on-1 consultation where we can address your specific marketing questions. Also,
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What if I can't attend live?
We understand schedules are busy!
Schedule a free consultation and we'll discuss your marketing challenges one-on-one. Make sure to
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I'm not tech-savvy. Will I still understand?
Absolutely! These workshops are designed for business owners, not technical experts. Everything is explained in plain English with real-world examples.
How do I join the Google Meet?
You'll receive your unique meeting link immediately after registering through Eventbrite. Reminders will be sent the day before and one hour before each workshop.
Can I attend just one workshop or do I need to sign up for all six?
Each workshop stands alone! Attend the topics that interest you most, or attend them all for comprehensive marketing training.
Is this really free?
Yes, 100% free. No credit card required. No hidden upsells. Just valuable marketing education from a top-rated agency featured in 450+ media outlets.
Ready to Level Up Your Marketing?
SEO Without the Fluff: Get Found on Google in 2026
Date: Wed. Jan 14, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn the SEO fundamentals that actually move the needle for small businesses. No fluff, just what works NOW. Free live workshop + Q&A.
The AI Search Revolution: Rank on ChatGPT & Google AI Overviews
Date: Wed. Jan 28, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
People search on ChatGPT now, not just Google. Learn AI search optimization strategies that work. Free live workshop + Q&A.
Social Media for Busy Business Owners: What Actually Matters
Date: Tue. Feb 10, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Stop the daily posting grind. Learn to maintain an active presence, get found on Google, and actually grow your business. Free live workshop + Q&A.
Making AI Work for Your Business: Practical Strategies That Save Time
Date: Wed. Feb 25, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn how to make AI actually work for your business - not just hype. Proven strategies for content, automation & marketing. Free workshop + Q&A.
Website Essentials: Turn Your Site Into a Lead-Generating Machine
Date: Wed. Mar 11, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn website fundamentals every business owner needs: speed, SEO, content, mobile optimization & conversion tools. Free expert training + Q&A.
The Future of Advertising: Geofencing Strategies Explained
Date: Wed. Mar 25, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm PST
Location: Virtual live webinar
Learn about geofencing advertising - target customers by physical location. Most business owners don't know this exists. Free webinar + Q&A.