SoDA: The Digital Society

We're stoked to welcome three brilliant new members and their talented leadership teams to our global community: ?? OK COOL (London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne) ?? LG2 (Montreal, Toronto and Quebec City) ?? Fictive Kin (US-based with remote, distributed goodness everywhere) Thanks for joining us! SoDA: The Digital Society #MembersMakeTheWorldGoRound Jolyon Liz Ben Benjamin Cameron Gillian Merri Nicolas Julie Catherine

Join us for a webinar hosted by Productive on?Agency Owner Compensations in 2024. We'll dive into trends in partner compensation, employee ownership options, and tips for building sustainable compensation plans. Hear from Tomislav Car, CEO of Productive, and Tom Beck, Executive Director of SoDA. ???Date:?Nov 20, 2024 ???Time:?11:00 a.m. EST / 5:00 p.m. CET ?? RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gDdVgP9w

We’re happy to share the launch of the latest #SoDAReportOn, developed in partnership with?Wix Studio! This latest installment explores how storytelling continues to evolve in today’s web landscape, where technological advancements like AI and VR enhance creativity rather than limit it. Highlights include: ? How agencies can use storytelling as a powerful differentiator. ? Best practices for crafting compelling narratives across devices. ? The impact of emerging technologies on immersive and personalized experiences. Contributors from Array Of Stars, August, HUSH, Kulfi Collective, Pereira O'Dell, Territory Studio, and more, offer practical insights and inspiration for agencies shaping the future of digital experiences. ?? Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gc6DdqNd

?? Introducing the SoDA Report On: The Role of Storytelling in Modern Web Experiences ?? A collaboration between SoDA: The Digital Society and Wix Studio. Contributors from 9 top agencies share invaluable perspectives on how technology is expanding the opportunities for storytelling—and the risks of letting technology get in the way. Here’s what the report includes: Cole S. of Array Of Stars ? Shifting Paradigms and “Bridged Reality” ? Connecting people and place through the three layers of modern storytelling. Nikita D'souza of Kulfi Collective ? Crafting Connection: Storytelling to Shape Modern Web Experiences ? Leveraging technology to deliver personal, immersive, and engaging stories. Thomas Morton of Pound & Grain ? Unnovation: Is Technology Sidetracking Great Storytelling? ? Marketers are particularly susceptible to the charms of new technology. Douglas Ross and Elliott Grigg of August ? Designing for Multiple Narratives ? Best Practices and the ‘No Wrong Door’ Approach. PJ Pereira of Pereira O'Dell ? Navigating Storytelling in the Age of AI: Trading Bicycles for Horses ? Transitioning from traditional software to AI tools transforms how we engage in creativity. Marti Romances of Territory Studio ? Interactive Narratives: The Future of Storytelling in Web Design ? How brands use sensory-rich content to invite audiences on dynamic, personalized journeys that break free from linear structure. Marcelo Reis Melo of Feels Like ? Can Digital Brand Experiences Really Top Physical Ones? Learnings from Luxury Fashion ? How best-in-class creativity, craftsmanship, and customer service are moving from in-store to online. Erik Karasyk of HUSH ? Mixed Reality, Collaboration, and Getting Clients to ‘Yes’ ? How AR blends physical and digital worlds to showcase a design vision. Interview with Kemp Attwood of AREA 17 ? Interface as Story and the Evolution of a Life’s Work. Explore the full report and share it with your team: ?? https://lnkd.in/dhfvtXNv Tom Beck Josh Brentan #DigitalAgencies #SoDAReportOn

Join?Milestone Advisory?and?the creative community?as we explore how AI is transforming every aspect of agency life—from audience targeting to streamlined operations. In this session, we’ll discuss practical strategies for leveraging AI to make smarter decisions, boost efficiency, and deliver stronger results for clients. ???Date:?November 13, 2024 ??Time:?11:00 AM Eastern Time (US & Canada) RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gPBdfJtz

Be sure to join us for the next?SoDA Session?on the power of storytelling and its role in creating modern, impactful web experiences. We'll cover: ? Best practices for crafting compelling narratives across devices ? How emerging tech like VR and AI is transforming storytelling ? The future of immersive, personalized digital experiences After the panel, enjoy happy hour and connect with fellow creators, collaborators, and friends in NYC! ?? ????Thursday, November 14, 2024 @ 3:30 PM RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gBTKEYiQ

Hey New Yorkers... the SoDA community is a hosting a session in Brooklyn on November 14th from 3:30 - 7:00 PM. We’ll have a panel discussion with creative leaders from AREA 17, HUSH and Monks on The Role of Storytelling in Modern Web Experiences followed by a happy hour and hang time. RVSP: https://lnkd.in/gves5ESg Session is open to the agency/creative/client community. So please join us if you're around. We'd love to see you. Big thanks to our friends at AREA 17 for hosting us and to our partners at Wix Studio for helping to make this happen. SoDA: The Digital Society Josh Brentan Kemp Attwood Vanessa Lai Erik Karasyk Gal Shapiro Siton Bar Wolf

Operations professionals frequently face decisions about hiring: When’s the right time? What roles should we prioritize? How many contracts must we secure to justify a new hire? ?? In their latest article, Summit Virtual CFO by Anders' Hannah Hood shares into?three essential metrics?that can help you make more data-driven decisions in your agency. #Operations #Hiring #PerformanceMetrics #DataDriven #AgencyManagement

For Agency Leaders.... check this out. Our good friends at Bureau of Digital are hosting sessions in Las Vegas in September. #LeadershipLive is for owners and leadership teams who feel they've hit a wall they can't get past. You'll hang out with and learn from other leaders who've been where you are and crossed the chasm to steady growth, healthy cultures, and stability. (Sounds pretty great to me!) ???????????????? ????????: TomBsGuest (Link in comments) SoDA: The Digital Society Carl Smith

Flexible work models are revolutionizing company culture. Keeping our teams connected and engaged, whether they're remote or in-office, is more crucial than ever. ?? Don't miss our upcoming webinar with Deltek on Tuesday, July 23rd at 11 AM EST. Learn from industry leaders at DPDK Digital Agency and Kulfi Collective about fostering community, promoting collaboration, and maintaining employee engagement in a hybrid-first environment. RSVP : https://shorturl.at/CmvwQ