SIREN, WI – North of Eight Design & Marketing is excited to announce the Northwoods Marketing Summit, a marketing education event designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs across Northwest Wisconsin. The summit takes place on Wednesday, April 16, 2026, from 12pm to 5pm at Zhashagiins Event Center in Siren.
The Northwoods Marketing Summit brings together local business leaders for practical, no-fluff marketing education. The event features sessions on Google Business Profiles & SEO optimization, social media strategies, and PR & community engagement – all delivered by award-winning marketers and local business experts.
"Marketing doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. We wanted to prove that with the right guidance, any small business can compete," said Emily Gall, founder of North of Eight Design & Marketing. "We wanted to give back to our community by providing honest, affordable marketing guidance that actually works for small businesses here in the northwoods."
The day includes practical guidance on social media strategies for busy business owners, followed by advice on Google Business profiles and SEO optimizations. Attendees will hear PR and community engagement insights from Maggie Olson of the St. Croix Tribe, and a real success story from Chaz Heinz of Madsen Pest Management.
The summit also features a marketing Q&A panel with award-winning experts, networking opportunities, and a happy hour to wrap up the day. Best of all, one lucky attendee will win a $5,000 website giveaway.
Registration is just $25 per person (early bird pricing ends March 31st). Spots are limited, and attendees will receive exclusive follow-up resources and marketing tools.
The summit is supported by sponsors, including the Burnett County Development Association and the Northwest Regional Planning Commission, reflecting strong community commitment to local business growth.
Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2026
- Time: 12pm – 5pm
- Location: Zhashagiins Event Center, Siren, WI
- Registration: northwoodsmarketingsummit.com
- Cost: $25 per person (early bird pricing through March 31st)
For more information, contact North of Eight Design & Marketing at basecamp@northofeightdesign.com or 715-204-4182.
About North of Eight Design & Marketing
North of Eight Design & Marketing is a full-service design and marketing agency based in Spooner, Wisconsin, specializing in website design, branding, social media marketing, SEO, and strategic consulting for small businesses across the Midwest and beyond.
Last Update: Mar 04, 2026 2:46 pm CST
















