About Ashlyn
Ashlyn George (B.Ed., B.A) is an award-winning writer, content creator, speaker and trained educator with nearly a decade of first-hand experience in digital marketing, brand building and social media.
As an industry expert actively working in the field, Ashlyn teaches others how to use the art of storytelling in combination with technology tools to make their businesses’ digital presence stronger and more effective.
Ashlyn is a regular keynote speaker and trainer on panels, at conferences, and workshops. She has worked in partnership with clients like The Social School, Tourism Saskatoon and Saskatoon Business College to provide instructional learning in half-day and full-day courses. Ashlyn also makes frequent appearances on CTV, Global and CBC news and radio channels.
Workshops
Ashlyn hosts half-day and full-day professional development opportunities for clients. Course content covers social media and digital marketing training either in-person or online.
Course work can be tailored precisely for each client with a variety of durations and group sizes. Solo participants also have the option of joining scheduled workshop events.
Next Digital Workshop: TBA in January 2021.
Sample Course Outline
Topic: Social Media Marketing & Enhancing Brand Awareness
Duration: 8-hour workshop
This course is designed for those who have experience with social media and how it works. Media accounts have been set up but participants are looking to enhance their knowledge and effectiveness of their digital marketing strategy. This course is for people looking to take their social media to the next level.
Course Outline
• Current State of Social Media
• Power of Storytelling Through Content Creation
• Content Creation & Aesthetics
• Measuring Success on Social Media
• Tips & Tricks to Growing an Audience and Engagement
• Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Pinterest
• Working with Brand Ambassadors and Influencers
• Top 10 Tips
Workshop Testimonials
“Ashlyn did a great job explaining the content and answering questions. Her personal experience in the field was very inspiring and helped me understand the topics. I left the workshop with a ton of ideas and thoughts about my business and was excited to implement the things I learned from Ashlyn.“
“Ashlyn provided great instruction – so much knowledge! Her slides and workbook were great and very helpful.“
“Ashlyn did a great job of providing examples to explain topics. I also love that there was a Q&A after each module and was never rushed through. I did not feel that Ashlyn was promoting HER brand, but that her experiences were used to explain and teach. I found her very personable and easy to talk to.“
“Ashlyn’s experience in the field was very valuable. She is the leader in this area so it was excellent to hear her insights. I would love to take another class taught by Ashlyn.“
Speaking
Praise for Ashlyn
“Ashlyn makes people dream big about what they can do & what they can be. She inspires people to get out and explore and learn. There is no greater gift.”
– Jonathan Potts, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, Tourism Saskatchewan
“Personable, friendly and professional, Ashlyn’s gift of storytelling resulted in an engaging presentation that inspired all who took part. Her mix of outstanding photography and daring videos paired with her unbridled passion for travel resulted in a presentation that is still referred to by our members today. I would without a doubt recommend her as a top-notch speaker capable of inspiring her audience to dream, live on their own terms, embrace adventure and above all else, create a story that is worth telling.”
– Gail Kesslar, Executive Director, Cypress Hills Destination Area Inc.
Recent Clients Include:
Speaking Topics Include:
Bucket List Worthy Saskatchewan
Spending a year travelling the province as “The Saskatchewanderer,” the Government of Saskatchewan’s ambassador and online personality, it was clear that borders need not be crossed for world-class adventures. Saskatchewan – as a province – competes on a global stage in terms of innovation, culture, history and outdoor adventure. Ashlyn shares why Saskatchewan is a bucket list worthy destination and a few of the hidden gems and adventures you might want to add to your own list.
How my Passion for Travel Became a Full-Time Career
Spending five years travelling the world after university, Ashlyn discovered what truly made her happy: budgeting and outdoor adventure activities. From a tractor-driving and supposed-to-be high school science teacher to adventure travel writer and social media influencer, Ashlyn shares practical tips, stories and insights into the sometimes-scary world of entrepreneurship and why pursuing your passion is worth it.
Digital Strategy:
Successfully Reaching Your Audience via Social Media
As a business, how do you successfully reach an audience through social media? What strategy works best to grow your following and engagement levels? Digital media content creator and social media influencer Ashlyn George covers practical strategies to help businesses find success when connecting with consumers on a variety of social media platforms.
Booking Information:
For additional information or to book Ashlyn for your next event, please contact us at thelostgirlsguide@gmail.com
