About
Strive Social Media provides social media and digital marketing services to small businesses and non-profits in Edmonton, AB.
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To strive is an action that unites humans in our journey to better ourselves and the world around us.
I founded Strive Social to create a better lifestyle for myself after a long period of clinical depression. During my recovery, I was forced to re-evaluate where I spend my energy. I had done freelance work off the side of my desk for a few years already, so I decided to go all in. One of my greatest joys is being able to set my own schedule and work with clients who make a difference in their communities.
My social media strategy focuses on engagement, the metric that converts best into sales. I create authentic content that speaks to your ideal customer and inspires them to act: following, donating or buying from you.
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If your brand is community-based and values-driven, then we're a perfect match.
Since I started my career in the non-profit sector, I'm well acquainted with limited budgets. It's probably why I excel at organic social media, boosting your results without the need for a big ad budget.
Freya Hammond-Thrasher
they/them
Owner: Strive Social Media
Location: Edmonton, AB, born and raised
Coffee order: Americano, black
Likes: Cats and plants
Dislikes: Posting without a plan
Favourite Apps: Instagram and TikTok
Needs: You as my next client
Qualifications
6 years of digital marketing experience in the non-profit, small business and event industries.
Google Analytics Certification (October 2022-2023)
University of Alberta (2020)
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B.A. (Honors) Sociology
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Certificate in Applied Social Research
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Samuel M Strong Medal in Sociology for graduating at the top of my department
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Outstanding Sustainability Research Award for my undergraduate thesis on Indigenous food sovereignty in Canada
My first client was...me!
Planted Glass Terrariums
Since I founded Planted Glass Terrariums in September 2022, I've single-handedly sold 1000+ terrariums, taught more than 30 sold-out workshops, vended at craft markets across the city, and established a successful e-commerce website and social media presence.