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Chris S.

Westlake, Ohio

$75/hr
5.0
21 jobs

Two agencies built and sold. Throughout my 23 years in search, what I’ve learned is that most businesses don’t have a visibility problem. They have a prioritization problem. They’ve already received reports, audits, recommendations, dashboards, and lists of “best practices.” What they’re missing is clarity. What matters? What doesn’t? What’s noise? What should happen first? What should happen next? That’s where I come in. I help businesses turn search visibility, AI visibility, competitive intelligence, topical authority strategy, technical findings, content opportunities, and market data into a prioritized growth roadmap. Not another report. A working roadmap. My role isn’t to overwhelm you with more information and data. My role is to translate that data into meaning, identify the highest-impact opportunities, and guide the execution of a strategy that produces measurable growth. Areas of focus: • Search Visibility Strategy • AI Search Visibility (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, AI Overviews) • Growth Roadmaps & Prioritization • Competitive Intelligence • Technical Visibility Analysis • Content & Topical Authority Strategy • Local Search Visibility • Lead Generation & Organic Growth • Strategic Planning & Execution Leadership I don’t simply deliver recommendations and disappear. I work alongside business owners and teams to prioritize initiatives, adapt strategy as conditions change, and keep execution focused on the activities most likely to drive growth. The outcome is simple: You’ll understand what matters, what can wait, where the biggest opportunities exist, and how to turn strategy into results. Because the goal isn’t another audit or report. The goal is sustained growth driven by clear priorities, smart execution, and knowing what happens next.

  • Off-Page SEO
  • SEO Strategy
  • Google Ads
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • On-Page SEO
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Backlinking
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Google Search
  • Lead Generation
Patrick S.

Cincinnati, Ohio

$100/hr
5.0
7 jobs

I build with AI. Products, automations, revenue systems—if it can be enhanced or created with AI, I can build it. Picture an English major who fell in love with Python. A philosopher who builds revenue machines. A creative writer who speaks fluent LLM. That's the paradox that makes me different. What I Actually Build: 🤖 AI Solutions & Automation Custom AI applications using ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity APIs Python scripts that transform chaos into clarity (recently cleaned 26,000 CRM records from 45% to 98% accuracy) Workflow automations that eliminate 65% of manual work AI-powered content systems that generate at 100x scale Product prototypes and MVPs with AI at the core 🚀 GTM & Revenue Systems End-to-end RevOps architectures using Clay, Apollo, HubSpot, Salesforce Sales enablement tools that actually get adopted (90% usage vs. industry standard 30%) Data enrichment flows that recover hidden pipeline value ($250K in my last project) Marketing-to-sales handoff systems that improve efficiency by 25% 💡 The Creative-Technical Bridge Landing pages that convert because I understand both code and copy Content strategies powered by AI but guided by human insight Technical documentation that sales teams actually read Thought leadership that positions you as the obvious choice Recent Proof Points: Selected for Perplexity AI Business Fellowship (1 of 1,000 globally) Built AI applications alongside Jensen Huang (NVIDIA CEO) Generated 150+ qualified leads with single industry report Reduced sales prospecting time by 65% through intelligent automation Only entry-level employee selected for company-wide GTM overhaul My Differentiator: I started in libraries and lecture halls, lost in Vonnegut and Aristotle, learning that patterns hide in unlikely places. That creative foundation taught me to see connections others miss. Then I discovered code wasn't math—it was language. AI wasn't replacing creativity—it was amplifying it. RevOps wasn't about spreadsheets—it was about understanding human behavior at scale. Now I live at the intersection. Part strategic thinker who sees the forest. Part technical builder who plants the trees. Part creative soul who remembers why forests matter. Tools I Command: AI/Dev: Python | ChatGPT | Claude | Perplexity | APIs | SQL | GitHub RevOps: Clay | HubSpot | Salesforce | Apollo | Gong | Zapier | n8n Marketing: GA4 | Airtable | Monday | Databox | SEO/SEM Who I Work Best With: Companies that understand the future belongs to those who synthesize human creativity with machine intelligence. Organizations ready to build AI solutions that actually ship, not just theorize. Teams that want revenue systems designed for humans, not spreadsheets. Whether you need: Custom AI applications built from scratch GTM systems that transform revenue trajectory Automations that give you back hours every week Content that scales without losing soul I bring both the technical expertise and creative vision to make it real. Ready to build something that matters? Let's talk. 💬 Response time: Within 2 hours 🎯 Success rate: 100% job satisfaction 🚀 Timezone: EST (flexible for global clients)

  • Lead Generation
  • Marketing Automation
  • B2B Marketing
  • Revenue Management
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • CRM Software
  • Marketing Automation Software
  • Sales Funnel
  • Content Strategy
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Growth Strategy
  • Marketing Operations & Workflow
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Email Marketing
  • AI Consulting
Jack S.

Columbus, Ohio

$80/hr
5.0
31 jobs

👋Hello! With a quarter-century of entrepreneurial triumph, I stand before you as a battle-tested architect of business success, having crafted and lucratively exited five ventures with a cumulative sale value exceeding $450 million. 💴Over the course of 25 years in the private equity sector, I have cultivated a robust network of Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors. This network has empowered me to secure Venture Capital and Angel Funding for my clients. As of February 2024, I have successfully procured nearly💴 $300 million in funding 👱My 30 year entrepreneurial journey has been transforming visionary ideas into flourishing enterprises. I am extending an invitation to fellow entrepreneurs: an opportunity to tap into my knowledge and experience. 👱I am not an ivy league or McKinsey consultant but someone who has spent their entire adult career in the trenches actually doing the hard work and building companies from the ground up. I have done it all and I have the battle scars to show! 🌱I am committed to helping your entrepreneurial aspirations, to mentor you in sculpting your ideas into great success. My expertise is not limited to mere counsel; it is an embodiment of practiced wisdom—the same wisdom that has navigated over $280 million in Venture Capital funding for many projects, both my own and those of my clients. 🌱I am a SaaS startup consultant specializing in pre-seed, seed, and early-stage companies, with a focus on extensive SEO services. 🌱I combine my deep understanding of the SaaS business model's intricacies with comprehensive Search Engine Optimization🔎 (SEO) knowledge to enhance your startup's online visibility and organic customer acquisition strategies. _____________________________ 🌱SAAS STARTUP CONSULTING I possess deep knowledge of the SaaS Business Model, including: 📊Pitch Deck Creation 📊Business Plan Creation 📊Financial Projections 📊Move your initial idea to a minimum viable product (MVP) 📊Validate Business Ideas 📊Refine Product-market Fit 📈Market Research 📈Go-to-Market Strategies 🪙Assistance in securing Venture Capital and Angel Investment 🪙Customer Acquisition 🪙Retention Methodologies 🪙Scalable Growth Tactics _____________________________ I wear multiple hats, drawing from 30 years of experience across different business domains, including: 🧑‍💻Technology 📈Marketing 🪙Sales 💴Finance _____________________________ My role is to help your SaaS startup navigate the unique set of challenges you face, such as: 🪙Optimizing recurring revenue streams 📉Reducing churn rates 📈Increasing customer lifetime value 📈Achieving rapid scalability _____________________________ 🔎SEO I work closely with founders to map out scalable growth plans while ensuring that the company's online presence is optimized for search engines. This includes: 🔎Performing keyword research aligned with your startup's value proposition 🔎Optimizing your website structure and content for search algorithms 🔎Building a robust backlink profile to improve domain authority and ranking 🔎I develop and implement a scalable SEO strategy that adapts to the constantly evolving digital landscape. I will position your SaaS startup to attract initial user traction and establish a foundation for enduring online success as the company moves beyond the early stages of its life cycle. _____________________________ 🤖AI FOCUSED I harness the transformative power of AI to revolutionize business growth, streamline processes, and turbocharge profitability. _____________________________ 📝NOTE FROM Jack: Hey there fellow entrepreneurs, I've been where you are now – deep in the trenches, turning dreams into reality. And let me tell you, it's been a wild ride! Over the past 30 years, I've built and sold five companies that have netted over $25 million. Pretty cool, right? But here's the thing – I get the biggest kick out of working with people like you, who are just starting their journey. When we team up, I'm all in. You'll have my full attention – and I mean all of it. We're in this together, and I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and put in the hard yards to help you make your mark. And I'm not just talking about making a quick buck; I want you to feel like you hit the jackpot in terms of value. Now, let's talk brass tacks. I get it – money's tight when you're bootstrapping. Been there, done that, and I've got a soft spot for starters. So if you're in the pre-seed stage, I'm on board to adjust my fees to fit your budget. I want to help you get off the ground without breaking the bank. So, if you're ready to turn that spark of an idea into a blazing success, reach out. Let's make it happen together – your dream’s worth every bit of effort! Cheers to the adventure ahead, Jack [keywords: SaaS, SaaS Startup Consulting, Venture Capital Expert, SEO Expert, SEM, Pitch Deck, Business Plan, MVP, artificial intelligence, AI] <|endofdocument|>

  • Startup Consulting
  • Venture Capital Consulting
  • Business Consulting
  • Venture Capital
  • Business Plan
  • Pitch Deck
  • Financial Plan
  • SaaS Development
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Backlinking
  • Funding Needs Assessment
  • SaaS
  • Private Equity
  • Equity Valuation
Nikki C.

Columbus, Ohio

$80/hr
5.0
18 jobs

I’m a performance marketing expert with 8+ years of experience helping businesses grow through SEO, Paid Search (Google & Bing), and conversion optimization. I specialize in building and executing strategies that drive measurable results. This means turning traffic growth into actual revenue. I can support your business with: SEO strategy and execution: keyword research, content planning, on-page optimization (title tags, meta descriptions, internal linking), and technical SEO audits Paid Search optimization: campaign setup, budget allocation, bidding strategies, and creative testing Conversion rate optimization: landing page testing, copy experimentation, and funnel analysis Marketing performance reporting: custom dashboards to track ROI and make data-driven decisions Most recently, I led the full-funnel growth strategy for a high-traffic affiliate blog in the personal finance space. I oversaw SEO and paid search efforts end-to-end—resulting in increased rankings, improved conversion rates, and higher partner revenue. Whether you're looking to scale efficiently or improve the performance of an existing marketing engine, I bring a strategic lens, technical skillset, and results-driven mindset.

  • SEO Performance
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • SEO Strategy
  • Technical SEO
  • Google Ads
  • SEO Audit
  • Conversion Rate Optimization
  • PPC Campaign Setup & Management
  • Google Ads Audit
  • Retargeting
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Campaign Optimization
  • Instagram Ad Campaign
  • Google Ad Manager
Amanda V.

Toledo, Ohio

$50/hr
4.9
16 jobs

With over 15 years of hands-on experience in paid media, I specialize in building, scaling, and optimizing high-performing PPC programs for brands at every stage, from early-growth to enterprise-level. I’ve managed annual ad budgets ranging from $12K to $60MM+ across e-commerce, retail, lead generation, SaaS, B2B equipment, brick-and-mortar, and multi-location businesses. My approach is strategic, data-driven, and grounded in real business outcomes, not vanity metrics. Platforms & Expertise Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Performance Max, Display, YouTube, Remarketing) Microsoft/Bing Ads Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram) Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Twitter/X Advertising Google Analytics & Conversion Tracking E-commerce & Retail Growth Lead Generation & Local Campaigns Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) Whether you need a full account build, a strategic audit, or ongoing optimization, I focus on creating scalable, profitable campaigns while maintaining clear communication and long-term partnership. I also offer white-label PPC services for agencies that need senior-level strategy, execution, and reporting without the overhead. Selected Results Scaled a luxury goods Google Search & Shopping program from $0 to $10K+/month while maintaining positive ROI Increased a travel services campaign 500% in two months, well below target CPA Improved CTR by 20% in one month for a large-scale SaaS account through ad copy and structure optimization Built and scaled Facebook prospecting and remarketing from $0 to $8K/month while exceeding ROI goals for an apparel brand Increased conversion rate 250% and ROI 220% for an online toy retailer Launched and scaled paid social for a health & wellness e-commerce brand, lifting engagement 20%+ above site average Built and scaled Google Shopping campaigns for an electronics brand to $270K+ in monthly revenue while hitting CPA and ROI targets Brands I’ve Worked With: SNOW Teeth Whitening, Robbins Brothers, AirHelp, Angi (Angie’s List), CouponCabin, Yandy, Karmaloop, 80sTees, MirrorMate, Stone & Strand, AutoAnything, Wilson Tennis Camps, Micro Center, Justice Brands, LAB Golf, Holderness & Bourne, Over The Moon and more.

  • Search Engine Marketing
  • YouTube Marketing
  • Google Ads
  • Paid Media
  • Yahoo! Search Marketing
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Google
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Pay Per Click Advertising
  • Facebook
  • Internet Marketing
Aubree V.

New Albany, Ohio

$25/hr
5.0
9 jobs

I’m an experienced Executive Assistant and freelance editor specializing in helping busy professionals and writers bring clarity, structure, and polish to their work. I support clients with both day-to-day administrative needs and high-quality written content editing—so they can stay focused on what matters most. My background includes executive-level administrative support, detailed proofreading of cookbook manuscripts and long-form content, and resume writing for professionals across different industries. I’m highly detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently with minimal direction. Clients typically hire me when they need someone who can step in quickly and deliver clean, accurate, and well-structured work without constant oversight. I take pride in making documents clearer, more professional, and easier to read while preserving the original tone and intent. What I can help you with: - Executive assistant support (email, scheduling, organization, document prep) - Proofreading and copy editing (books, cookbooks, blogs, business documents) - Resume writing and formatting (ATS-friendly, clear, and tailored to roles) - General administrative and written communication support I bring a calm, reliable approach to fast-moving environments and take deadlines seriously. My goal is always to reduce stress for clients by delivering work that is accurate, polished, and ready to use. If you’re looking for someone dependable who can handle both administrative tasks and high-quality writing support, I’d be happy to collaborate.

  • Digital Marketing
  • Brand Development
  • Digital Advertising
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • SEO Keyword Research

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