# Event Details - **Event Name**: Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: Presented by Queer Business BC and Sooo Good Content CreatorsAbout this EventSocial media can pull business owners into influencer style thinking  - chasing reach, trends, and performance instead of purpose. Join QBBC and for a workshop that breaks down the difference between being an influencer and being a business owner online, helping you reset expectations and get clear on how social media should actually work for your business.Who it’s for:EntrepreneursFreelancersSmall and medium-sized businessesWhat To ExpectDuring this session, we'll define:The difference between influencer and business social mediaWhat success looks like for your business onlineLess pressure around posting and performanceEasier decisions on what to postClear focus on what actually matters for your businessCost$15 General AdmissionIf cost is a barrier to entry, please reach out to hello@queerbusinessbc.ca.QBBC Members attend free. A discount code has been sent via email and is available in the Member Hub.If you’re a member and require support accessing your code, please contact:Free for QBBC members. Membership includes complimentary access to many of our workshops and events, along with opportunities to connect with a growing network of 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs and professionals across BC. Many members find their membership pays for itself through event access alone.Venue DetailsCoal Harbour Meeting Room inside FUNK Coffee Bar at Bentall Four (1025 Dunsmuir)Access via FUNK Coffee BarAccessibilityThis venue and washrooms are wheelchair accessible.Parking/TransitThis venue is easily accessible via multiple transit lines (bus and skytrain)Multiple paid-parking options within 500m radiusMeet the Facilitators, Todd Mitchell (he/him)Todd Mitchell is the founder of , a Vancouver-based social media and content studio that helps businesses make sense of showing up online. With over a decade of hands-on experience in marketing and working inside creative, fast-moving environments, Todd focuses on making social media feel less overwhelming and more human.Through Sooo Good, he works with brands and business owners to build clear, practical content strategies that actually fit into real life, not just the algorithm. His approach is simple: take the pressure off, stay consistent, and create content that connects without overcomplicating it.At the core of his work is collaboration and clarity, helping people understand what they do, why it matters, and how to communicate it in a way that feels natural and sustainable.Website - Instagram - https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/fbd96740-695d-11f1-ba52-bfd8536ace95-rimg-w790-h740-dcf7c85e-gmir.jpg Venue Partner: Bentall CentreWe're grateful to partner with Bentall Centre for QBBC's 2026 Educational Programming Series.About Bentall CentreBentall Centre is a 1.5 million-square-foot office and retail campus in Vancouver’s central business district. It is a landmark destination for Vancouver’s leading companies and includes offerings such as reactivated public spaces, community events, arts and culture programming. Bentall Centre is operated by Hudson Pacific Properties and co-owned by Blackstone and Hudson Pacific.Learn more at bentallcentre.com. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/fc1cb1d0-695d-11f1-8df8-dd9fbbd297b2-rimg-w1200-h711-dc000000-gmir.png Agenda?: 04:30 PM - 05:15 PMDoors open, check-in and networking?: 05:15 PM - 06:30 PMWorkshop, Q&A - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vancouver/marketing-101-influencer-vs-business-owner/100001989244130744 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, meetups, it, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 19+ - door_time: 2026-06-23T23:30:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Inside FUNK COFFEE - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.31, max: 17.31, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Vancouver - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Inside FUNK COFFEE - **lat**: 49.2862255 - **long**: -123.120648 - **full address**: Inside FUNK COFFEE, 1025 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/fc7b5c2e57a4905569b88702e9588840cd5ba4ffc5ba85c27f944dbefc520cce-rimg-w1200-h600-dc31312d-gmir.jpg?v=1780753624 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner being held? - **A:** Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner takes place on Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Inside FUNK COFFEE, 1025 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, Canada. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner? - **A:** Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner is strictly for guests aged 19 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 19 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner? - **A:** Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner is organized by Queer Business BC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Marketing 101: Influencer vs Business Owner is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vancouver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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