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Premier Digital Marketing Agency Ignite Visibility to Host Comprehensive Webinar on Marketing Planning in 2020


On December 5, leading digital marketing experts join together for an event you won’t want to miss.

Join host John Lincoln and the department leaders at Ignite Visibility, one of the top digital marketing agencies in the world, as they come together to offer you an insider’s take on what’s to come in the world of digital marketing.

The new webinar, Marketing 2020: Planning the Perfect Strategy, will lead attendees through a step-by-step process for creating a strategy sure to bring success in the coming year.

“This is an incredibly exciting time in marketing,” says Lincoln. “We’ve seen a lot of changes over the past year that will have a big effect on strategies going forward. I’m excited to have the opportunity to coach others on marketing planning and help them take full advantage of all the opportunities the industry has to offer right now.”

Joining Lincoln are Ignite Visibility thought leaders Alan Bush, VP of Strategy, Dustin Baly, Head of Email Marketing, Eythor Westman, Head of Paid Media, and Samya France, Sr. Director of PR/Social Media. Each will take a turn walking you through the trends, best practices, opportunities and tactics that will set you up for an explosive year of growth in 2020.

Throughout, you can expect to learn how to set a cohesive digital strategy for 2020, get a full breakdown by channel of the strategies that will give you a competitive edge in SEO, paid media, email marketing, and social media, and gain insight into the new technology and trends that are set to take center stage in 2020.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make 2020 your best year yet. Register today!

About Ignite Visibility

Ignite Visibility is a premier Internet marketing company based in San Diego dedicated to providing the highest level of customer service in the industry. By establishing mutually beneficial, long-term relationships with our clients, we create custom solutions uniquely tailored to meet the specialized business objectives of each client. Because a company is only as good as the promises it keeps that were made during the sales process, Ignite Visibility holds itself accountable to clearly defined key performance indicators established at the outset of every campaign. We are committed to the Ignite Visibility motto pertaining to the three “R’s of customer satisfaction: relationships, responsiveness and results”. To learn more about Ignite Visibility, visit https://IgniteVisibility.com.

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Vikki Foxhill’s newly released “God made Everything and God made You” is a creatively made book that glorifies God and His beautiful gift of life


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“God made Everything and God made You”: a fascinating collection of paintings that showcases the Holy Spirit’s work and God’s power and love for all His creations. “God made Everything and God made You” is the creation of published author Vikki Foxhill, an artist who was inspired by God for this book of Impressionist original paintings. These paintings of human creation were later found to contain images that the artist did not knowingly put into the work, like finding an image in the clouds in the sky. She wants to share the unusual paintings in a story form to glorify the Creator God.

Foxhill shares, “Vikki Foxhill was inspired to paint a portrait of Einstein, but not born yet. When days later, after making the painting, she was astonished to find an image of a dove—the wings around the image of the baby! She recognized the work of the Holy Spirit in her gift of painting. In a series of paintings, with human babies as the subject, images kept showing up without the artist knowing it was there until after the painting was finished.

“Oh, how God values humans, created in the image of God. It is the subject of this book.

“God, creator of all things, He is the greatest artist and the origin of beauty. He is the greatest visionary, the greatest hope, the greatest dreams, the greatest reality, and the greatest love. He gives gifts to his creatures. How God values humans, He gives His Son Jesus. He desires all to know Him.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Vikki Foxhill’s new book is a gratifying display of the power of the Lord that moves within everything one does. These pages of art voice out the wonder that God blessed over His beloved Creations.

View a synopsis of “God made Everything and God made You” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “God made Everything and God made You” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “God made Everything and God made You,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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UnifiedCommunications.com Acquires Key Assets and Hires Employees of Novus, LLC


We are delighted to add such powerful, well-respected, and talented folks to our sales and support teams. — Jason Herbst, CEO

UnifiedCommunications.com, a division of Tele-Communication, Inc. and Novus, LLC are delighted to announce that UnifiedCommunications.com has acquired strategic assets and IP of Novus around its UC devices, IP telephony, Microsoft Teams and Skype for Business integration, and technical support services.

The two companies have worked together on a variety of projects over the years. Both are heavily focused on UC, with a strong focus on Microsoft Teams and Skype for Business solutions and productivity.

Before this acquisition, Novus’ primary business centered around distribution and resale of IP phones and telephony solutions.

UnifiedCommunications.com has hired key employees of Novus. “We are delighted to add such powerful, well-respected, and talented folks to our sales and support teams,” said Jason Herbst, CEO.

“We are really happy that the reputation and legacy we have built over the last 36 years will continue. Our customers are in excellent hands with UnifiedCommunications.com and they will be delighted to get the same level of knowledge, service and support that they have grown accustomed to,” says Jack Meehan, CEO of Novus.

About UnifiedCommunications.com

UnifiedCommunications.com is a Microsoft Gold Partner that provides industry-leading communications and collaboration technology solutions to customers of all sizes worldwide, combining extensive product knowledge and powerful distribution and integration capabilities to design and deploy tailored business communications, meeting space, and collaboration technology, offering next-generation meeting room technology, AV design and integration, user adoption services, headsets, phones, digital whiteboards, cameras, gateways, audio and video conferencing solutions, and the range of UC devices and solutions.

UnifiedCommunications.com’s Technology Envisioning Center is based in Houston and is a one-of-a-kind showcase of the range of modern meeting room technology, Microsoft Teams ecosystem devices, and general UC devices from industry-leading manufacturers.

UnifiedCommunications.com’s “Device-a-thon: 60 Microsoft Teams Devices in 60 Minutes” webinar is the first of its kind to explore the wide range of Microsoft Teams ecosystem devices, and can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKt72y3dQII

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The new PetChatz HDX raises the bar on video-based, pet care technology


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The PetChatz HDX is the perfect gift for tech-savvy pet owners who want a clear, consistent, reliable connection to their furry friends any time, any place.

Pet parents just can’t hide how much they love their fur babies. And with the holidays right around the corner, many people have their pets at the top of their gift lists. In fact, the average American pet owner spent $183 on their pet during the holidays last year, and as the 2019 holiday season approaches, tech products are likely to be a hot item for pet owners who increasingly use technology to manage all aspects of life. PetChatz®, a leading pet technology company that pioneered the video treat cam and digital daycare system, announced today the availability of PetChatz HDX, the third-generation of the company’s award-winning, patented Greet & Treat® videophone that allows pet parents to check in with their pets from anywhere, anytime via their smartphones, tablets or PCs.

Available just in time for the holiday shopping season, the PetChatz HDX features the following new-and-improved capabilities:

  • Improved video quality in low-light environments and a wider camera angle to give pet owners a better view of their pets, both day and night.
  • Enhanced 1080p streaming and Wi-Fi connectivity that works on both 2.4 and 5G networks so that PetChatz users can rely on a stable connection to their pets.

“Our latest technology enhancements continue to raise the bar for two-way videophone systems — just in time for the busy holiday shopping season,” said Lisa Lavin, PetChatz founder and CEO. “The PetChatz HDX is the perfect gift for tech-savvy pet owners who want a clear, consistent, reliable connection to their furry friends any time, any place.” According to Lavin, the new PetChatz HDX is now available for sale online at PetChatz.com, Chewy.com, and Amazon.com for less than $350.

With PetChatz, pet parents can have two-way video chats, dispense treats, provide calming aromatherapy, play “Brain Games” with the PawCall accessory, stream DOGTV, and record/share sound- and motion-activated videos to ensure their pet is safe, happy and content. Also, because love is a two-way street, the PetChatz system allows pets to press the PawCall button and send a message to their owner when they’re feeling lonely. The durable, pet-safe PetChatz system mounts flush to the wall over an electrical outlet, to the optional PetChatz Stand accessory or kennel at eye-level, ensuring pet safety and increasing peace of mind for the pet owner while they are away from their fur baby.

To learn more about PetChatz, visit petchatz.com.

For more information:

Barbara Tabor, APR / (651) 450-1342 / barbara@taborpr.com

About PetChatz

PetChatz® is the founder of the “Treat Cam” category and is pioneering new technology that enables pet parents to have a physical interaction with their pets anywhere, anytime. The patented, award-winning PetChatz is a durable, pet-safe system that mounts over an electrical outlet, on the optional PetChatz Stand accessory or kennel, and lets owners and their pets see each other, hear each other, and speak to each other. By clicking an icon, parents can also dispense a treat, provide a soothing aromatherapy, stream DOGTV, and record/share sound- and motion-activated videos of their pet’s shenanigans. PetChatz is available at PetChatz.com, Chewy.com, and Amazon.com.

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Lexli Introduces Free 2019 Holiday Beauty Guide Ebook Featuring Tips from Leading Beauty Influencers and Beauty Professionals


Image of woman reading the 2019 Lexli Holiday Beauty Guide on an e-reader.

Lexli, the premier line of aloe vera skin care, offers a free Holiday Beauty Guide that includes hair, makeup and skin care tips from leading beauty bloggers, influencers and industry professionals.

“While most of us have our go-to makeup, hairstyle and fashion looks that we dust off for the holidays, the Lexli Holiday Beauty Guide presents ideas to help women shake things up a bit, allowing them to look their most glamorous and feel their very best.” Stacey Stark, Director of Marketing, Lexli

Lexli International Inc., the premier brand of advanced aloe vera skin care, today released its first annual Holiday Beauty Guide, a free ebook that features makeup, skin care and hairstyle tips from leading beauty influencers and professionals.

Available for download at the Lexli website, the 2019 Holiday Beauty Guide is intended to make it easy for women to look their most glamorous during the holidays without a lot of extra work.

“This season of social engagements, photos and family gatherings brings pressure to look our best, which can feel like yet another thing to think about when our plate is already overflowing,” said Stacey Stark, director of marketing at Lexli. “Our intention in creating the Holiday Beauty Guide was to round up some of the favorite tips and hacks of leading beauty influencers and professionals who work in the aesthetics industry. Ultimately, we feel we’ve created a tool that will help women look and feel their best during the holidays and beyond without requiring a lot of extra time.”

Among those featured in the 2019 Lexli Holiday Beauty Guide are:

  • Katelynn Rutt
  • Francesca Gariano
  • Priyanka Patel
  • Kim Augustine
  • Terra Roisin
  • Kylie Kreischer
  • Dr. Wasifa Ahmad Hasan
  • Diane Mary
  • Fallon Helm (Revive Day Spa)
  • Psyche Southwell
  • Stephenie & Adrienne Vendetti (How to Be a Redhead)
  • Samantha Nelson (Josef’s School of Hair, Skin & Body)
  • Louida Martin
  • Carolann Iadarola
  • Jenni Nagel/Barry Eichner
  • Elizabeth Hugen
  • Jenn Burklow
  • Dr. Ahmed Abdullah

The 2019 Holiday Beauty Guide can be downloaded free at http://www.lexli.com/lexli-holiday-beauty-guide-2019/.

About Lexli:

Founded in 1996 by Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and noted aloe researcher, Lexli is the premier line of aloe vera skin care products. The company offers a full-range of advanced solutions for daily skin maintenance, specific skin concerns and the signs of aging, including AloeGlyC®, the advanced facial glycolic acid exfoliator; Lightening Lift, a unique aloe vera face mask; and the Acne Kit, one of the most potent and comprehensive acne treatments available without a prescription.

Lexli products are sold by licensed skin care professionals throughout the United States and in select countries worldwide, as well as online at the Lexli website.

For more information visit lexli.com, Facebook or Instagram.

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Alera Group Acquires Philadelphia-based HR inTune


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HR inTune brings exciting enhancements to Alera Group’s existing HR service offerings.

Alera Group, a national employee benefits, property and casualty, risk management and wealth management firm, today announced that it has acquired the business assets of HR inTune, effective October 1, 2019.

HR inTune, located in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, is a human resource consulting firm that helps to address complex workforce management needs through different configurations of HR outsourcing. The firm offers an array of HR services, including compensation program implementation, HR compliance, leadership training, technology analysis and support, and more.

“HR inTune brings exciting enhancements to Alera Group’s existing HR service offerings,” said Alan Levitz, CEO of Alera Group. “We are thrilled to welcome the HR inTune team, led by Jamie Honigman, and we look forward to the many ways future collaboration will positively impact our clients.”

“Becoming part of Alera Group is a powerful next step for our firm,” said Jamie Honigman, President of HR inTune. “With the national resources of Alera Group, we are positioned for growth through collaboration, elevating our clients’ experience as we offer more resources and tools than ever before.”

HR inTune joins Alera Group through their Philadelphia location. The HR inTune service team will continue serving clients in their current roles. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

About Alera Group

Based in Deerfield, IL, Alera Group’s over 1,800 employees serve thousands of clients nationally in employee benefits, property and casualty, risk management and wealth management. Alera Group is one of the 20 largest independent insurance agencies in the country. For more information, visit http://www.aleragroup.com or follow Alera Group on Twitter: @AleraGroupUS

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EBSCO Information Services Releases PsycTHERAPY® Database


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This unique collection of videos features more than 140 well-known therapists and offers more than 240 psychotherapy topics including addiction anxiety, phobias, relationship issues and depression.

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) introduces PsycTHERAPY®, a unique streaming video database of therapy demonstrations to support clinical and counseling psychology education. Produced by the American Psychological Association (APA), the PsycTHERAPY library offers more than 500 therapy demonstrations using the latest psychotherapy techniques.

PsycTHERAPY provides clinicians, counselors, and trainees with the opportunity to observe candid psychotherapy videos. This collection includes proven methods showcasing common obstacles faced during therapy sessions. Videos are accompanied by corresponding transcripts, making it easy to search interactions within demonstrations.

This unique collection of videos features more than 140 well-known therapists and offers more than 240 psychotherapy topics including addiction anxiety, phobias, relationship issues and depression. These topics are addressed with various diverse therapy methods including integrated behavioral health care, cognitive behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.

PsycTHERAPY is the latest addition to EBSCO’s collection of psychology resources, including PsycINFO®, PsycARTICLES®, PsycTESTS®, and PsycEXTRA®. For more information about EBSCO’s psychology resources, visit: https://www.ebsco.com/academic-libraries/subjects/psychology.

About EBSCO Information Services

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is the leading discovery service provider for libraries worldwide with more than 11,000 discovery customers in over 100 countries. EBSCO Discovery Service™ (EDS) provides each institution with a comprehensive, single search box for its entire collection, offering unparalleled relevance ranking quality and extensive customization. EBSCO is also the preeminent provider of online research content for libraries, including hundreds of research databases, historical archives, point-of-care medical reference, and corporate learning tools serving millions of end users at tens of thousands of institutions. EBSCO is the leading provider of electronic journals & books for libraries, with subscription management for more than 360,000 serials, including more than 57,000 e-journals, as well as online access to more than 1,000,000 e-books. For more information, visit the EBSCO website at: http://www.ebsco.com. EBSCO Information Services is a division of EBSCO Industries Inc., a family owned company since 1944.

For more information, please contact:

Kathleen McEvoy

Vice President of Communications

(800) 653-2726 ext. 2594

kmcevoy@ebsco.com

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Selecting Cognitive & Behavioral Endpoint Measures for Trials in Rare Epilepsy and MPS Disorders, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks


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Several case examples of current trials will be shared, with a focus on differential outcome measures and rationale for their use.

Clinical trials in patients with rare forms of epilepsy and MPS disorders present considerable challenges, as patients with these conditions are heterogeneous and many are quite impaired. Further, comorbid sensory and motor deficits are common as are disruptive behaviors. Additionally, these diseases are often regressive, making the assessment of cognition and behavior even more complex.

On Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 11am EST (4pm GMT/UK), join Dr. Pamela Ventola, Senior Science Director of Pediatrics and Rare Disease at Cogstate in a live webinar where she will describe the critical factors to consider when selecting cognitive and behavioral endpoints for these trials, including perspectives from regulatory agencies.

Dr. Ventola will describe common measures such as developmental assessments (e.g., Bayley-4 and Mullen), the Wechsler Scales, Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children-Second Edition and the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales-Third Edition. She will differentiate between the measures so attendees will be better positioned to select outcome assessments based on the specific indication and needs of the trial.

Several case examples of current trials will be shared, with a focus on differential outcome measures and rationale for their use.

For more information or to register for this event, visit Selecting Cognitive & Behavioral Endpoint Measures for Trials in Rare Epilepsy and MPS Disorders.

ABOUT XTALKS

Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

To learn more about Xtalks visit http://xtalks.com

For information about hosting a webinar visit http://xtalks.com/why-host-a-webinar/

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The Dentists at Schaumburg Dental Studio Help Patients Optimize Benefits Before the Year’s End


Dr. Jig Patel, Dentist in Schaumburg, IL

Dr. Jig Patel Helps Patients Optimize their Benefits for Treatments Like Laser Dentistry

Dr. Patel listens to what you have to say, and everything he said was right on and honest.

Schaumburg Dental Studio is helping patients take advantage of their dental insurance benefits with their yearly, “Use It or Lose It” campaign. Patients who do not use their dental insurance benefits by the end of the year will not have them roll over into the next year. Schaumburg Dental Studio is compassionate towards patient needs and budgets, so the Schaumburg, IL practice is helping patients make the most of their dental insurance with treatments like laser dentistry or gum disease care before the benefits are lost.

“If I could say one word, they’re honest,” says a patient of Dr. Jig Patel at Schaumburg Dental Studio. “Dr. Patel listens to what you have to say, and everything he said was right on and honest. We have been to other places, and what they said compared to what we had done, it was like night and day.”

The “Use It or Lose It” campaign’s goal is to spread awareness of dental insurance that is about to expire by the end of the year. Many patients are able to discount treatments by utilizing their dental insurance. Schaumburg Dental Studio offers leading dental care with state-of-the-art technology and treatments. The team of dentists are compassionate about patient care and strive to give each patient the treatment that is best for them, their smile and their budget.

One of the most important treatments that the practice offers is gum disease care. Gum disease is one of the most common conditions affecting Americans, with virtually half the population affected to some degree. Without proper gum disease care, patients are at risk of losing their teeth or of the infection spreading to surrounding areas of the body. With gum disease treatment, the dentists can cleanse infected areas of the mouth and save teeth as well as improve the patient’s oral and overall health.

Schaumburg Dental Studio offers patients a modern, minimally invasive solution to gum disease treatment with laser dentistry. Using gentle laser light, gum disease can be eradicated from the mouth without involving sutures or scalpels. Additionally, there is virtually no bleeding and discomfort is minimal, so most patients do not require anesthetic. Laser dentistry can also be used for other soft tissue treatments that are not related to gum disease, such as a frenectomy and gummy smile care.

Patients who need to use their dental insurance benefits before they expire or those who want to be evaluated for gum disease at the Schaumburg, IL practice are encouraged to schedule an appointment by calling 847-348-8673 or visiting the website at http://www.schaumburgdentalstudio.com.

About the Dentists

Schaumburg Dental Studio is a general and cosmetic dental practice offering personalized dental care to patients in Schaumburg, IL since 2004. With over 30 years of combined experience, Drs. Jig Patel, David Neumann and Muizz Merchant provide cutting-edge care including dental implants, laser gum disease therapy, orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry treatments. Dedicated to their patients, this team frequently participates in community charities including the Dentistry from the Heart program each year. A patient-centered office, the entire team at Schaumburg Dental Studio strives to offer leading-edge treatments using the latest technology while also making them affordable for their community. To learn more about Dr. Patel, Neumann, Merchant, Schaumburg Dental Studio or the services they offer, visit their website at http://www.SchaumburgDentalStudio.com or call 847-348-8673 to schedule a custom consultation.

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SEOblog.com Announces Best SEO Companies in Seattle and Portland in 2019


With a majority of local businesses familiar with SEO, agencies need to be able to reveal the wizard behind the curtain that so often masks what SEO really does and be able to deliver tangible results that last.

SEOblog.com, a website providing the latest SEO news, tips and resources and helping business owners connect with leading SEO agencies, has released its exclusive 2019 ratings naming the best SEO companies in Seattle and Portland.

SEOblog.com ranked SEO service providers in both Pacific Northwest cities. SEOblog analysts determined the 10 best SEO companies in Seattle and Portland based on dozens of key quantitative and qualitative factors. SEOblog industry experts examined each digital marketing agency’s website, industry experience, market presence, client list, portfolio, expert certifications and authorship among other factors in its ranking system.

SEOblog has provided an in-depth view of companies in a particular city or focus area on various directory pages to help business owners find the expert help they need to grow. This was a new, free offering added by SEOblog earlier this year.

Seattle has several of the nation’s top SEO agencies that provide a very competitive digital marketing landscape.

“SEO in Seattle is unique in a couple of ways: We have a wide variety of tech firms and old economy businesses that need SEO and digital marketing,” said Kyle Alm, founder of Seattle-based SEO Bandwagon. “Seattle’s geography poses some unique challenges, including two major bodies of water, ferry schedules, bridge closures and other traffic congestion, but understanding that behavior and how to target and reach customers at home, at work, during the commute, etc., is all part of marketing to the modern consumer.”

SEOblog.com rankings are updated regularly as the market shifts and new players emerge. SEOblog.com has published more than 1,500 agency listings with more added every day. There is no fee to participate, and the website welcomes all qualified agencies to apply.

“Seattle is an incubator for modern tech and search engine optimization, thanks to industry leaders such as MOZ,” said Kyle Willis, founder of Seattle-based N2Q Consulting. “With a majority of local businesses familiar with SEO, agencies need to be able to reveal the wizard behind the curtain that so often masks what SEO really does and be able to deliver tangible results that last.”

SEOblog leaders’ lists below recognize the best SEO companies in Washington and the best SEO companies in Oregon:

SEOblog.com’s 10 Best SEO Companies in Seattle in 2019:

Steelsmith Haus, SEO Bandwagon, Bizango, Hero Creative, N2Q Consulting, Add3, All Seattle Web Design, coolblueweb, iLocal and Maintaingo.

Link: https://www.seoblog.com/best-seo-companies/seattle/

SEOblog.com’s 10 Best SEO Companies in Portland in 2019:

Anvil Media, Fish Marketing, Decoder, EMERGE, Obility, Intuitive Digital, Mad Fish Digital, Sq1, Webfu and Delmain.

Link: https://www.seoblog.com/best-seo-companies/portland/

About SEOblog.com

SEOblog.com is a leading thought leadership site with a rich history of publishing educational and informative articles about SEO and digital marketing topics. In early 2019, SEOblog.com answered the call from buyers of digital marketing services that lacked unbiased, informative online resources and launched a comprehensive directory to highlight the best SEO companies in the United States. SEOblog’s mission is to connect businesses with qualified digital marketing agencies while also offering further SEO education, best practices and industry trends.

SEOblog.com is a one-stop shop for educational SEO and digital marketing content, research, ratings and reviews for the best agencies in each local market across the United States. The website will be increasing its coverage of agencies in North America and accepting more guest posts in the coming months. Contact SEOblog if interested in getting involved.

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