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SUMMARY:Running a Successful (and Profitable) Studio
DESCRIPTION:On September 16\, 2024\, Capital Champlain will host David Hakamaki\, who will present his “Running a Successful (and Profitable) Studio” program. If you’re a professional photographer or thinking of becoming one\, this is a not-to-be-missed program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRunning a Successful (and Profitable) Studio\n\n\n\nThe statistics do not lie. Home-based studios are on the rise\, outnumbering traditional “brick and mortar” setups. With high-quality camera equipment now more accessible than ever\, photographers are increasingly opting to operate from home. However\, this shift brings unique challenges: how do you make a home studio look professional and attract clients? \n\n\n\nRunning a successful home studio demands more than just photography skills—it requires business acumen\, too. This dynamic program will help you evaluate your studio’s strengths and weaknesses\, teaching you how to leverage what works and improve what doesn’t. With smart\, practical business strategies\, you’ll learn to compete head-to-head with established studios and capture the attention of potential clients. No secret formulas\, no sales pitches\, and no bull. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA special segment focuses on maximizing your revenue with effective add-on sales and incentive programs. These techniques will help you turn an initial sale into a long-term client relationship\, encouraging repeat business and increasing overall sales. \n\n\n\nJoin internationally recognized business expert David Hakamaki as he reveals how to balance running a full-time studio with family life in a way that’s both practical and humorous. You’ll gain insider tips on making your home studio look polished and professional\, creatively utilizing your space\, and mastering the art of the sales session in any environment\, boosting your business’s bottom line. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout David Hakamaki\n\n\n\nDavid Hakamaki\, Cr.Photog.\, is a globally renowned speaker\, educator and visionary photographer who ignites audiences with his electrifying presentations. Emerging from the cut-throat business world\, David has also taught college business\, marketing & economics. Since 2002\, he has operated a thriving 6-figure full-time home studio in a small Michigan town. \n\n\n\nBeloved by audiences around the world\, David’s dynamic presentations go beyond photography and lighting\, delving into the art of sales\, marketing\, and client interaction with a fun\, quirky approach. As the go-to authority on home photography studios\, High School seniors\, HS & youth sports\, location-based lighting\, and all things business\, David’s programs are a must-see experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid collaborates with leading companies in the photography industry. He holds prestigious roles as part of the Miller’s Professional Imaging Speaker Team\, a Fundy Storyteller\, as well as an Ambassador for Flashpoint Lighting\, Savage Universal\, and Cheetah Stand. He is a regular speaker at Conferences/Workshops throughout the US\, Canada\, and the United Kingdom\, where he continues to inspire and educate photographers with his vibrant and impactful insights. \n\n\n\nLearn more about David Hakamaki at Cutting Edge Photography.
URL:https://capitalchamplain.com/event/running-a-successful-and-profitable-studio/
LOCATION:Moscatiellos\, 99 North Greenbush Rd.\, Troy\, NY\, 12180\, United States
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