Andrea Kennedy is one of the savviest marketers I know. She is: 

  • The strategist and Business Advisor at her own consultancy, Spread Your Word Marketing Group.
  • Educator and Speaker (We co-instruct the Digital Marketing Certificate at Ontario Tech, and Andrea teaches the Not-for-Profit Certificate at Ontario Tech as well.
  • Community Champion
  • The former President of the Whitby Chamber
  • Board Member for the Whitby Public Library

Andrea also ran for the position of the Mayor of Whitby as well.

We spent time chatting about strategy and how to become a thought leader in your niche.

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About Leslie Hughes

Leslie Hughes is a LinkedIn Optimization Specialist, LinkedIn Top Voice, and Corporate Trainer with over 25 years in digital marketing. As the Principal of PUNCH!media and author of "CREATE. CONNECT. CONVERT," Leslie helps executives elevate their LinkedIn profiles to attract clients and generate leads. Named a LinkedIn Top Voice in 2024, Leslie was called a "Social Media Guru" by CBC Radio and was featured on CTV’s “The Social” discussing how to manage your digital identity. Leslie has been working in digital marketing since 1997 and founded PUNCH!media in 2009. Recognized as an expert in LinkedIn optimization, AI-driven marketing, and digital identity management, her clients include top organizations like Investment Planning Counsel and Franklin Templeton. Ready to elevate your LinkedIn profile and transform your marketing strategy? Learn more at www.punchmedia.ca