Amman, Jordan- LG Electronics organized a workshop focusing on social media networking for its LG Media Club members on the 9th of May at the company's offices, aiming to swiftly update media reps with the latest trends and developments witnessed by this promising sector.
Bringing together journalists and media reps from different institutions in Jordan, the workshop was presented by Mr. Khaled Al Ahmad, an expert and trainer in the social networking field. The most important discussion topics included: Social Media Basics, Features & Benefits of Social Media Channels in Business Development, and Best Practices in Primary Social Channels (Facebook & Twitter), as well as some case studies for each social website covering both positive and negative aspects.
LG preferred to organize such a workshop due to its belief in the rapidly increasing importance of the technological revolution, and to its awareness that social media completes traditional media. Commenting on the workshop, Mr. Tae Hun Ryu, Managing Director of LG Electronics Levant, said, "Holding this workshop falls in line with our vision of making the latest introductions in digital technologies, and tying them with the latest in digital media tools in the world. We always look forward to the participation of the press and media reps in the most up-to-date progressions for the purpose of advanced improvements in this field."
The highly interactive wokshop saw interesting discussions spanning social networking channels in media and news transmission, and its effect on traditional media, where journalists and media reps confirmed that social networking websites play a fundamental role in completing conventional media, and that its content could offer prolific material and benefit for traditional media to use in its follow-ups and media stories.
About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 93,000 people working in over 120 operations around the world. With 2010 global sales of KRW 55.8 trillion (USD 48.2 billion), LG comprises four business units - Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions. LG is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both a Global Partner and a Technology Partner of Formula 1™. As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit www.lg.com.
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