Opkie Unveils ActiveSEO Service for Local Businesses
Opkie, a family-run business specializing in growth strategies, launches ActiveSEO, a service combining local and general SEO to boost business visibility. Designed for small and medium-sized businesses, ActiveSEO enhances local search presence and drives growth at a competitive price.
United States, March 4, 2025 -- A Proven Approach to Boost Local Rankings
Unlike traditional SEO services that focus either on ranking in Google Search results or local Google Maps rankings, ActiveSEO strategically targets both areas for the most impactful results. Opkie's ActiveSEO combines the most essential aspects of local SEO—such as optimizing Google Business Profiles and acquiring SEO-optimized reviews—with general SEO tactics for enhanced website visibility. The result is a highly effective SEO engine tailored for local businesses.
'Most businesses don't necessarily need to rank highly in Google website search results. Instead, they need to dominate 'near me' searches on Google Maps, where customers are actively looking for services,' said Jeffrey Lunt, Founder of Opkie. 'ActiveSEO ensures that businesses are strategically optimized for what matters most in local searches, helping them achieve better rankings on Google Maps. This results in more calls and more website visits which means more customers.'
What Makes ActiveSEO Different?
Opkie's ActiveSEO service stands out because it takes a more integrated approach to local SEO. Rather than focusing on traditional, expensive methods like writing blog posts and buying backlinks, the service is built around the key components that have been shown to have the most impact on local rankings. Key features of the service include:
Google Business Profile Optimization: The team continuously optimizes and updates a business's profile, ensuring it stays relevant and competitive.
SEO-Optimized Reviews: Opkie works with business owners to acquire high-quality reviews and automates responses to reviews to save time and win more business.
On-Page and Off-Page Website Optimization: The service also includes a robust website optimization plan that supports the Google Business Profile and enhances overall local ranking potential while staying on top of Google's changing algorithm.
By leveraging the power of these combined SEO strategies, ActiveSEO helps businesses improve their rankings, attract more customers, and future-proof their business, all on a manageable budget.
Client Success Stories Back the Impact
The success of ActiveSEO is evident through the results it has delivered for businesses already utilizing the service. One such client, who operates a storage unit facility, struggled to maintain profitability with less than 75% occupancy. After implementing ActiveSEO, his Google Business Profile rating skyrocketed from 3.8 stars to 4.7 stars, with hundreds of new reviews. More importantly, his occupancy rate consistently exceeded 95%, and he had to expand by building multiple new storage units to meet demand.
'We've helped businesses just like this one not only meet their goals but surpass them,' said Lunt. 'The growth is exciting when you start targeting the right areas, and ActiveSEO ensures that our clients are optimizing their digital presence for the highest ROI possible.'
ActiveSEO: A Promise of Results
Opkie offers a 90-day guarantee with its ActiveSEO service: if clients don't see a meaningful improvement in their Google Maps ranking, Opkie will continue working for free until they do. This guarantee reflects the company's confidence in its ability to deliver measurable results and demonstrates its commitment to its clients' long-term success.
Opkie Wins 'Best SEO Service for Local Businesses of 2025"
In addition to its new service offering, Opkie is proud to announce that it has been named the Best SEO Service for Local Businesses of 2025 by the Evergreen Awards. The prestigious recognition highlights Opkie's dedication to delivering results-driven strategies that help local businesses thrive in an increasingly digital world. The award is a testament to the impact of the company's innovative approach and its consistent success in optimizing local business visibility and growth.
'We are honored to receive this recognition,' said Jeffrey Lunt. 'It validates the hard work we've put into building a service that truly helps businesses succeed. This award fuels our passion to continue innovating and providing top-tier SEO strategies for local businesses across the nation.'
A Family Business Focused on Local Business Growth
Opkie was founded by Jeffrey Lunt, a University of Utah graduate with a Master's in Business Creation. As the most outstanding student in his cohort, Lunt draws on years of entrepreneurial experience to lead Opkie in helping local businesses thrive. Alongside co-founders Troy and Ryan Lunt, the team has started and operated over a dozen businesses, including successful six- and seven-figure enterprises and real estate ventures.
What sets Opkie apart from competitors is its unwavering focus on the 80/20 rule. The team works diligently to refine their strategies to deliver the highest returns by focusing on the small but powerful elements that drive the most significant results for local businesses.
'We're not just about offering advice; we're about providing real strategies and tools that work,' said Lunt. 'It's about delivering measurable results and making sure our clients have the tools and insights they need to scale successfully.'
About Opkie
Opkie is a family-run business that focuses on helping local businesses unlock their full potential. For the past five years, Opkie has been providing tailored strategies and tools that maximize revenue, improve client retention, and enhance online visibility. The company's flagship service, ActiveSEO, has had a profound impact on clients, helping them achieve greater local visibility, increase occupancy rates, and ultimately scale their businesses more effectively.
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