A woman with shoulder-length curly black hair wearing a black off-the-shoulder top and large hoop earrings, sitting on a textured sofa, looking to her right, with an abstract white wall decor above her.

ABOUT AMANDA 

HOW IT STARTED. HOW IT’s going.

It all started with a curiosity about storytelling and the power of connection. With a background in Journalism and Small Business, I was fascinated by how people and brands could use social media to share authentic stories, build trust, and create real opportunities. What began as a passion for helping others communicate their message has grown into a career dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs to show up confidently online.
Today, I'm a social media strategist, content creator, and educator with more than 15 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and creatives turn their online presence into thriving communities and sustainable businesses. I've had the privilege of teaching over 500 entrepreneurs practical, results driven social media marketing strategies that help them attract qualified leads, increase engagement, and convert followers into customers.
What continues to drive me is authenticity. I believe the most impactful content is rooted in transparency, genuine connection, and purposeful storytelling. That's why I'm constantly exploring new platforms, tools, and trends so I can equip my clients with the knowledge they need to adapt and succeed in an ever changing digital landscape.
Beyond marketing, I'm passionate about digital literacy and closing the digital divide, especially within communities of color. My mission is to ensure that more entrepreneurs have access to the skills, resources, and confidence to leverage technology, grow their businesses, and create lasting economic opportunities.
The platforms may change, but my purpose remains the same: helping people tell their stories, build meaningful communities, and create businesses that make an impact.
A woman giving a presentation at a conference or seminar with an audience of diverse attendees seated at tables, a large colorful abstract painting on the wall behind, and a projection screen to the side.
Two women sitting at a table, one showing something on a phone to the other in a room with an orange wall and a large poster with words related to work, career, and growth.
A woman giving a presentation in a classroom or conference room, with a flip chart or whiteboard behind her and a laptop on the table. The photo is taken through a camera's viewfinder.
A diverse group of people attending a presentation in a classroom or training room, seated at tables, listening to a woman in a black blazer speaking in front of a large screen.
A woman with styled hair holding a small sign that says 'BE HAPPY' in front of her face, standing against a white wall.
Woman with short black hair sitting in a chair, looking at her phone, wearing a pink and black sleeveless top and gray pants.
A promotional flyer for the Detroit Startup Week event scheduled for June 17th from 7 to 8 p.m., featuring a woman with short dark curly hair looking to the side, with a sketch of a sun or starburst drawn in red around her shoulder.
Description of speaker Amanda Jackson's profile, including her photo and her background in social media marketing, certifications, and expertise.

INSPIRING STRENGTH and BUILDING communitY

Woman sitting on a couch with a quote overlay that says, "I'm the best go ahead you'll ever have," and a credit at the bottom reading, "Social marketing by Amanda."