Why do some brands have an enthusiastic Facebook audience while others could be compared to a truck-stop at 4 a.m.? How does one successfully translate their voice into 140 characters while the other falls flat? Curious yet? You should be! On Thursday, October 27, Etsy is pleased to present a two-part evening (both in-person and via Etsy’s Online Labs) that melds social media and education.

- Almost Famous with Etsy Labs

We’ll first hear from comedian Eugene Mirman, who uses online tools to build his personal brand and grow his audience. From a successful Kickstarter campaign to raise money for his comedy festival to his large (and growing) Twitter audience, we’ll learn some of his tips and strategies for success.