GUEST SPEAKER: Maria Berra
TOPIC: Branding with Purpose: Your Fastest Path to Cash (and Connection)
WHERE: ll Bel Lago – 11631 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141
WHEN: Thursday, November 20, 2025 – 11:30AM-1:00PM CST
Maria Berra is an Account Executive at Spoke Marketing. She earned two master’s degrees from Fontbonne University in Fine Art and Graphic Design. Before moving into marketing, Maria taught design at St. Louis Community College – Meramec, ITT Technical Institute, and Ursuline Academy.
She later transitioned into corporate design and marketing roles, where she combined her creativity with a talent for building strong client relationships. That experience led her to account management at Spoke, where she works alongside a team of creative professionals helping clients bring their ideas to life.
Maria is also interested in SEO and social media and enjoys finding the balance between creativity and strategy. A former college basketball player, she still plays and coaches today. She believes that being part of a team – on the court or in business – teaches valuable lessons about collaboration, strategy, and respect.
When your brand leads with purpose, profit follows. In this workshop, she’ll show you how to build an authentic brand story, engage your audience, and use cost-effective marketing strategies that deliver results. Learn how to stay true to your mission while activating the Fastest Path to Cash™—proving that heart and hustle go hand in hand.
5 Key Takeaways – Branding with Purpose
Lead with Purpose: Your mission drives connection—and connection drives profit.
Tell Your Story Authentically: Craft messaging that resonates emotionally and builds trust.
Engage the Right Audience: Focus on who matters most and create meaningful interactions.
Activate the Fastest Path to Cash™: Apply cost-effective strategies that generate revenue while staying true to your brand.
Measure & Optimize: Use marketing metrics to track results, refine your approach, and maximize impact.
