I understand how much time and effort it takes to find just the right speaker and what kind of impact that decision will have on your event, so I hope you’ll find this page helpful.
I work closely with organizers to ensure your objectives are met and the audience walks away with practical insights they can put to work the next day. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Thank you for stopping by and thank you for considering me.
- Ernest.
What to expect
Here’s what you can expect from Ernest and his team:
- Prompt replies to your inquiries. Phone calls are returned within 90 minutes during regular business hours (Mountain Time).
- Phone consultation prior to your event, to ensure that you and your audience receive the best experience possible.
- Custom teaser video encouraging people to attend your event, which can be used on your newsletter, website or social media channels. [sample video]
- Resource page created specifically for your event that includes slides, notes and relevant links.
- Follow-up call or e-mail after the event, to make sure your expectations were met and the audience was satisfied.
Speaking Bio
Ernest Barbaric is a top rated professional speaker and trusted authority on digital marketing and social media.
Since 2001, when he established his first successful online community, he has rebranded companies, developed and executed online marketing plans and introduced interactive marketing to radio advertisers.
Ernest is renowned for his high-energy presentations suitable for a range of skill levels, from basic social media training to big-picture digital marketing strategy. He has an uncanny ability to break down complex ideas and have audiences walk away with practical insights.
Ernest has made numerous appearances as a social media speaker, including:
- Internet Marketing Conference – New York, Vancouver, Calgary
- Social Media Symposium – Travel Alberta
- Executing Social Media Conference
- Canadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship Conference
- Canadian Real Estate Board Forecast Conference
- Get Global Conference, presented by Return to Rural
- MRU Shift – Social Media Marketing Conference
- CMC Conference – Fostering Excellence in Consulting
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Speaking Topics
Ernest speaks on topics related to social media, digital marketing and branding. Every speech is customized to your organization’s theme or goals and available as keynote or breakout session.
Custom Keynotes & Breakout Sessions
Ernest routinely develops and delivers top-rated keynotes and breakout sessions for audiences worldwide. He blends real-world examples, marketing concepts and your specific key messages into a custom-tailored speech sure to exceed your objectives. Frequently requested topics include:
- Social Media & Digital Marketing Strategy
- Digital Branding & Reputation Management
- Content Marketing Strategy
- Marketing Trends
If you have an upcoming event that requires a highly customized, dynamic and entertaining session on any of the above topics, click here to check availability.
5 Triggers of Social Media Engagement
Based on emotional triggers that drive behaviour and action, this presentation draws on real-world experience and over 2 years of research to explain how online engagement is created. This concept is currently being developed into a commercial book.
This session focuses on creating, igniting and nurturing engagement on social media platforms. At the conclusion, you will walk away with actionable insights and ideas you can immediately put into practice.
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Minimalist Social Media Strategy Framework
Did you know it’s entirely possible to run a full social media strategy on 5 index cards with a total of 12 points and one doodle? Ernest is renowned for his ability to simplify and elucidate complex strategies and over the last 5 years of working with clients of all sizes and backgrounds, he has developed a sophisticated digital marketing system he will share with you in this presentation.
By the end of this session, you will have have a blueprint for one of the simplest yet incredibly powerful frameworks for social media strategy that can be put in motion immediately.
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Recent Endorsements
“Trying to standout in the NEW social media universe can be challenging. Ernest Barbaric’s fast-paced and strategic presentation equipped our connected Rural business owners with key information on targeting customers and customer motivations. His ideas and examples were very useful to demystify and uncover new options for connecting with customers using social media. Book Ernest today if you want to amp up your social media success!“
— Christie Dick — Economic Development Officer, SAMDA
“I hired Ernest to kick off Global Entrepreneurship Week 2011 at Medicine Hat College. He spoke to over 120 students, faculty and curious onlookers about personal branding and the intelligent use of social media. Frankly, he couldn’t have done a better job. He engaged his audience, related to students, and delivered impactful insight. Even better, he gave his audience real world case studies to inspire action. I’d recommend Ernest to anyone looking for a speaker on social media, marketing or the importance of personal branding.“
— Jon Sookocheff — Manager, Entrepreneur Development Center, MHC
“Ernest’s presentation was tailored to the veterinary profession. It was a very relevant interactive talk that more than met our objectives and exceeded our expectations. His examples of what to communicate and more importantly, what NOT to communicate to make the difference between success and very public failure, was of particular interest to our group. The simple and practical tools and techniques that he provided us with were very useful and could be used immediately.
My experience working with Mr. Barbaric was excellent from the start of the pre-conference planning process through to the post-conference wrap up. He is professional, knowledgeable, entertaining, and an effective speaker. I highly recommend him as a creditable highlight to any conference.“
— Midge Landals — CanWest Veterinary Conference
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Meeting Planners, please click here for fees, travel and room requirements. For immediate response please call 403.561.8363 in Canada or 619.800.8363 in USA.
