The Social Lights Celebrates 5 Years in Business

The Social Lights, LLC is an independent social media marketing agency headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Over the past 5 years, they’ve grown from a two-woman shop to a team of 12 and counting. “Since this time last year, revenue growth is up 51.3%. We’ve grown to 12 employees (4x last year) and moved into a […]

The Social Lights Sponsors Twin Cities Startup Week

We’ve got a sweet spot for startups (especially Minnesota-based ventures)! Not that long ago, we were pitching ‘The Social Lights’ in business plan competitions and giving the ol’ elevator pitch to everyone within earshot. So when an opportunity to sponsor Twin Cities Startup Week arose, we jumped at the opportunity. Showcasing the best from the Startup […]

Recap from Social Media Rockstars Conference 2014

On Wednesday, September 17, a group of social media experts and enthusiasts gathered in western Minnesota for the Social Media Rockstars Event. The Social Lights were there to be a part of the action, and it was a day packed full of dynamic presenters, social learning, and fun! Jason Falls kicked off the day with […]

Social Media for Business [INFOGRAPHIC]

Ever wondered what social media can do for your business? What’s the point of spending time on social, anyway? Click to view Full Size. Like this infographic? Feel free to share it!

2-Day Social Media Training Bootcamp: Twin Cities – Coming this June!

The Social Lights® Training Institute is pleased to present a 2-day social media training course covering all things content. You’ll leave this program with the knowledge and know-how to build and execute a sustainable content strategy for your company. Join us on Wednesday, June 25 & Thursday, June 26, 2014. Spots are limited. To receive an early-bird invitation, Join the […]

Twin Cities Social Media Spotlight

Did you catch our Social Media Spotlights this year? We’ve had the opportunity to interview some talented individuals and inspiring organizations – all using social media to get the word out about their brands. We spoke with Luke Thompson (Mippey5videos on YouTube) about the Ford Fiesta Movement and how he manages to make so many entertaining YouTube […]

Attention MN Students – Writing for Social Media Workshop Offering Student Tickets

Are you a Minnesota student studying communications, marketing, advertising or public relations? …Or just super interested in social media for business? We’ve got a workshop for you! Join us on Friday, March 14th for Writing for Social Media – a training program that combines a lesson, case studies, and a guided workshop. Student tickets are […]

The Social Lights Welcomes Libby Benda & Jane Lee

The Social Lights is pleased to welcome two new team members this September: Elizabeth (Libby) Benda and Jane Lee. Libby joins The Social Lights as Community Manager and Jane Lee as Graphic Design intern. Both young women participated in The Social Lights Community Manager Training Program this summer. A recap of the program can be found […]

Social Media Day Twin Cities

It’s official – Mashable’s Social Media Day is coming to The Twin Cities this Sunday! Both Mayor Rybak and Mayor Coleman have proclaimed June 30, 2013 as Social Media Day in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Social Media Day is a global celebration of the technology that allows people to connect with one another across cities, […]

Final Week to Apply!

From the Newsroom: MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – April 15, 2013 – Do you want to take your social media skills to the next level? Are you ready for in-depth, in-person, comprehensive training that will launch you to your next big gig? Minneapolis-based social media and digital marketing agency The Social Lights® has created the opportunity for […]