Free Marketing Workshop Planned in Loogootee

Local business group partners with media company to host free marketing event.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 3:47pm

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A minimalist studio still life photograph featuring a stack of business cards, a pen, and a notebook arranged on a clean white background, conceptually representing the marketing resources and strategies that will be covered in an upcoming free workshop for small businesses.A free marketing workshop aims to empower local businesses in Loogootee with new promotional strategies and resources.Loogootee Today

The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth is teaming up with Shake Broadcasting to host a free business marketing workshop on April 29 in Loogootee, Indiana. The event will focus on helping local companies learn more effective marketing strategies and promotion tactics, and will include a free on-air interview giveaway.

Why it matters

Small businesses in rural communities often lack access to affordable marketing resources and expertise. This workshop provides a valuable opportunity for Loogootee-area companies to gain new skills and insights to better promote their products and services.

The details

The free marketing workshop is scheduled for April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Bowling Manufacturing Building in downtown Loogootee. In addition to the educational session, attendees will also have a chance to win a free on-air interview with Shake Broadcasting valued at $195. Lunch will be provided, and interested parties must RSVP by April 27 through the Martin County Alliance office or online registration.

  • The workshop is scheduled for April 29, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.
  • The RSVP deadline is April 27, 2026.

The players

Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth

A local economic development organization that aims to support and grow businesses in Martin County, Indiana.

Shake Broadcasting

A media company that operates radio stations and provides marketing services in the Loogootee area.

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The takeaway

This free marketing workshop is an important opportunity for small businesses in the Loogootee community to gain new skills and exposure to help them better promote their products and services. The partnership between the local economic development group and the media company demonstrates the value of cross-sector collaboration to support entrepreneurship in rural areas.