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Mike Stewart
Owner & FounderMike Stewart is a 25+ year media and marketing pioneer in helping local and small business owners take advantage of the internet to put their business on the map. Today, he continues to stay on the cutting edge of new digital marketing trends to help his clients reach their goals.
John O’Grady
Owner & CEOJohn O’Grady has many years of operations experience in digital marketing helping small businesses succeed. Leading our team by providing the support and knowledge gained through years of technical mastery and advertising experience.
The Rise Local Experts
Joseph Stewart
IT DirectorJoe is a skilled web developer and website host-master with a keen sense of how to blend design and strategy. Using his knowledge of on-page and off-page SEO gives our clients a huge lead in brand visibility.
Kevin Adams
Advertising DirectorKevin leads the advertising team for Rise Local’s clients since 2009. He and his team leverage paid ads and social to drive traffic to your website and brand that encourages sales growth. A well established industry paid media and advertising veteran.
Ruben Garcia
Digital Media DirectorWith a background in creative agency media and marketing campaigns, Ruben is a Video and Social Media Marketing Expert that will make your online presence shine. He is sure to have your audience loving your brand and oftentimes ROTFL.
Jingle Grace Gratz
Sr. Web DeveloperJingle is an expert website developer who builds new websites, revamps or rebuilds existing websites for our current clients, offers excellent customer support including website edits and updates, and assists in site developments.
Taylor Posey
Sr. Client AdvocateTaylor is a highly skilled marketing specialist with a strong background in communication, writing, and marketing. With a passion for solving problems and an eye for detail, Taylor brings a unique perspective to any project.
Stephanie Ramirez
Social Media CoordinatorStephanie is responsible for handling clients’ social channels including creating graphics, sourcing media, tracking analytics, and creating a consistent posting schedule. She seeks creative ways to engage with the ideal customer on a brand’s social media accounts.
Jonathan Stewart
Sr. Marketing CoordinatorJonathan is well-versed and knowledgeable in the management and optimization of local listings. Keeping up with Google guidelines and the intricacies of citations is his wheelhouse. He also provides clients with content for websites.
Sennen Anyanwu
Client AdvocateWith a background in sales and customer service, working at Rise Local allows Sennen to do what he loves most, connect with people. Sennen provides support to his team and clients in need of service resolutions.
Mark Tacang
Video EditorMark creates engaging media for customers to reach more customers. He is a highly-skilled video editor and producer. From concept storyboard to final edited video and everything in between including customer voice talent and motion graphics, Mark has you covered.
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