Tuesday, February 23, 2:30-4 p.m., San Juan Island Public Library
Wednesday, February 24, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Orcas Island Public Library

— from Victoria Compton, EDC —

The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC), in partnership with the San Juan Islands Visitors’ Bureau (SJIVB,) are offering two free workshops entitled Effective Design for Tourism, February 23 and 24 on San Juan Island and Orcas Island.

The workshops will be presented by Jill Andrews of Certified Folder Display Service, Inc., brochure distribution and display service for Washington State Ferries. Andrews has worked in tourism and hospitality sales for over 20 years, consulting tourism-driven businesses, with a focus on reaching in-market visitors.

The workshops focus on designing brochures for tourism marketing, revealing aspects of print marketing design which can be used by any business, and showcasing highly-effective brochures. Workshop attendees are invited to bring their current brochures and print materials for an interactive review.

Details: Tuesday, February 23 from 2:30-4p at the San Juan Island Public Library; Wednesday, February 24, from 9:30-11:30a at the Orcas Island Public Library. Advance registration is required; please call 360-378-2906 to reserve your space, or email:  info@sanjuansedc.org.

The EDC thanks the Washington State Department of Commerce, San Juan County government, the Town of Friday Harbor, the Ports of Friday Harbor, Lopez and Orcas, Island Market, Heritage Bank and Islanders Bank for their support. This event is not sponsored by the Orcas and San Juan Island Public Libraries.

The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) strives to strengthen and diversify the economy of San Juan County. We believe a strong economy builds a strong community. The EDC works to build an environment that helps business owners create jobs. We serve business: linking organizations and resources, providing valuable information, rendering assistance and advocating for an improved island business environment.