History and Origin
Social media has made a huge impact on global communication. On June 30, 2010, digital media platform Mashable organized the first Social Media Day. Since then, it’s become a globally observed day to recognize and gather users and creators, both online and in-person. Around the world, businesses and media organizations bring together their communities, to not only mark the occasion but also to cultivate networking opportunities, exchange valuable insights and data, and explore the future landscape of social media.
Delaware’s Own Social Media Day
Delaware’s social media ecosystem comprises a diverse array of creators, businesses, organizations, and individuals, each contributing to the state’s distinct digital identity. Epic Marketing Consultants Corporation was proud to produce the inaugural Social Media Day Delaware on October 30, 2024. The day brought together the state’s talented social media community and celebrated the creativity, content, and opportunities thriving within our digital landscape.
Social Media Day Delaware 2024 featured a diverse range of speakers covering key aspects of social media. The day kicked off with our emcee Randall Law and keynote Cathy Kanefsky of the Food Bank of Delaware. Topics covered included optimizing LinkedIn profiles, mastering blogs and podcasts, creating resonant local videos, and partnering with influencers and content creators. Among our speakers and partners were Antionette Blake, Jaymi Carnazza, Jane Clark, Nancy Dibert, Alexis Harris, Jessica Horstmann, Gertha Jean, Brooke Miles, and Matt Sullivan. The University of Delaware Division of Professional and Continuing Studies served as our exclusive Learning and Development Sponsor for the 2024 conference.
In October 2025, Social Media Day Delaware returned for its second year, this time taking place on Wilmington University’s New Castle Campus in New Castle. With a focus on building community and encouraging authenticity, Social Media Day Delaware 2025 kicked off with mainstage emcee Sadé Truitt and keynote speaker Jen Cohan of ABCDelaware.
Throughout the day, Delaware’s top marketing educators, entrepreneurs, and digital strategists shared their insights into such topics as boosting brand presence through thoughtful planning, futurecasting the latest content and technology trends, incorporating audio, and using AI. Speakers included: Olan Adeyemi, Nyemade Boiwu, Beth Brodovsky, Heather Cox, Nancy Dibert, Kevin DiSabatino, Regina Donato, LaVante’ N. Dorsey, Dominick and Nicole Draper, Chanda Gilmore, Natalie Di Sabatino Graef, David Hall, John Himics, Brittany Keller, Ashlee Makuch, Devdeep Maity, Heather Nunery, Ryan Paden, Ashley Peloso, Jennifer Saienni, and Robyn Sheehan.
News and Announcements
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements regarding the Social Media Day Delaware. From coverage of our conference to special events and updates on guest speakers, find out what’s happening here.
Spotlight Delaware | Partner Content
Social Media Day Delaware boosts businesses
and builds connections
Social media is vital for business and communication, yet Delaware’s social media professionals have lacked a dedicated place to network and exchange ideas. That changed in October 2024, when Epic Marketing, a full-service agency with award-winning campaigns and expert connections, launched the Social Media Day Delaware conference.
“Many businesses recognize the need for social media but find it overwhelming or unapproachable,” said Jessica Burton, social media director at Epic Marketing and conference organizer. “At the same time, there’s an abundance of talented local social media marketers, agencies and businesses whose expertise rivals those working for national corporations. I thought that if we could get everyone in the same room, maybe we could make some magic happen.”
Social Media Day Delaware 2024 Speakers
on “Yes, Genius!” Podcast
Relive the inspiration and insights from Social Media Day Delaware 2024, with an affirmative thinking twist. The “Yes, Genius!” podcast from Epic Marketing Consultants Corporation featured an entire season with speakers and panelists from Social Media Day Delaware 2024. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories about the journeys, insights, and “aha!” moments that shaped the careers of some of Delaware’s leading communicators and creators.
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Organizing Committee
Our dedicated team of organizers works tirelessly to ensure that Social Media Day Delaware is a valuable and enriching experience for all participants.
Jess Burton
(Chief Event Organizer)
With a passion for social media and digital marketing, Jess leads the organization of Social Media Day Delaware, from curating the lineup of speakers to coordinating logistics and ensuring seamless execution. As the Social Media Director for Epic Marketing Consultants Corporation, she brings extensive experience in creating engaging online communities. Drawing from her wealth of experience as the Social Media Director for Epic Marketing Consultants Corporation, Jess possesses a deep understanding of how to leverage social media to build engaging online communities. Her strategic insights and innovative approach have played a pivotal role in driving the success of numerous digital marketing campaigns.
Flora Sutalo
(Partnership Chair)
Flora is the Chief Operating Officer of Epic Marketing Consultants Corporation, where she oversees day-to-day operations. With a background in business development and relationship management, Flora brings a wealth of experience to the role of Partnership Chair for Social Media Day Delaware. She is passionate about fostering collaborations that drive innovation and growth within Delaware’s social media community. Through her leadership, Flora ensures that Social Media Day Delaware establishes meaningful connections with sponsors and partners, enhancing the conference experience for all attendees.
Nancy Dibert
(CEO and Founder of Epic Marketing)
Nancy Dibert is a seasoned marketing professional with a deep expertise in social media strategy and digital marketing. As the CEO and Founder of Epic Marketing Consultants Corporation, Nancy has established herself as a leader in the industry, guiding businesses of all sizes to success in the digital landscape. She believes that social media knowledge is not just a skill, but a crucial asset in today’s competitive business landscape.
What our attendees are saying…
Not only was the venue a perfect location it was also a perfect day of networking and engagement, I literally could have stayed longer. Everything was kept on schedule and it was a very well-organized event—kudos to the team!
What our attendees are saying…
It was extremely well organized and brought together local experts in one room. The speakers/panels were fantastic.
What our attendees are saying…
I felt like SMDDE had a lot of actionable tips for people at any stage of their career or business. This is something that does not always happen at conferences and I felt like every discussion was so applicable with real takeaways.
What our attendees are saying…
I learned so much and made many new contacts. Can’t wait for the next one!
What our attendees are saying…
I appreciated hearing the current trends from real-world media experts. The landscape changes so fast.