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2nd Wednesday Of Each Month at 7 PM

Welcome to the State of Search where we have exciting meetings each month to share, learn and explore about Web Marketing.

The meetings are on the 2nd Wednesday of each month and begin at 7:00 PM and typically go for 1-2 hours pending Q&A. We welcome sponsors for $300 per meeting or $250 for 3 or more meetings. We are always looking for great speakers who want to share with the group. All speakers are on a Voluntary basis, there is no compensation for speaking.

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Past Monthly Speakers – Watch Us on YouTube!

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State of Search 2024 PREVIEW

State of Search Conference October 10, 2024 7:00 am

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Jesse McDonald

State of Search Conference September 12, 2024 7:26 am

Conference Tickets: https://www.stateofsearch.org/conference/register/ Tracy Ingram is a recognized leader in the digital marketing industry, with extensive expertise in search engine optimization and bioinformatics. Over the years, he has enhanced the online presence of numerous local businesses, securing top search engine rankings and driving record profits. His agency specializes in the golf industry, utilizing a proprietary process called InboundROI to identify the most effective lead-generation pathways. With a career that began in the 90s with the launch of his university's eCommerce store, Tracy's dedication and innovative approach have earned him a reputable standing in the field. He is also a TEDx speaker and currently leads NeuroEM, a venture focused on breakthrough treatments for Alzheimer's. As traditional search engines give way to AI-driven conversational agents, the rules of SEO are rapidly changing, or are they? This talk explores the rise of AI optimization (AIO) and its implications for your online presence. Discover strategies to adapt and thrive in a world where chatbots and AI assistants are the new gatekeepers of information. What is AI Optimization? Which AI is important AI Bots vs Google Bots How do you get in the training set? Walk a mile in AI Shoes. Are you even using AI? Helpful AI Tools as a Digital Marketer Some of my favorites Why learn prompt engineering? Stupid, simple ways to get AI to do what you want Some advanced stuff, I will not have time to cover in depth here. Questions and answers provided by AI.
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AI Optimization: Navigating the Shift from Google Bots to AI Bots with Tracy Ingram

State of Search Conference August 15, 2024 7:16 am

Conference Tickets: https://www.stateofsearch.org/conference/register/ https://earlybirddigitalmarketing.com/ Sherry Bonelli is a Google Business Profile Platinum Product Expert and a nationally recognized local SEO expert and digital marketing professional. She entered the digital marketing world in 1998 when she launched her first ecommerce business selling pregnancy and baby products. Her ecommerce site was selected as one of the top 10 websites by a leading pregnancy magazine, and she appeared on the TODAY Show, CNN, ABC News and other media outlets.
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How to Remove Your Google Business Profile Suspension with Sherry Bonelli

State of Search Conference June 13, 2024 6:53 am

Conference Tickets: https://www.stateofsearch.org/conference/register/ Kymber Heinze is a seasoned expert with over a decade of experience in digital marketing and social media. As the Director of Social Media at Smartsites, Kymber oversees the development and execution of comprehensive social media strategies tailored to each client's unique goals and objectives. She is passionate about leveraging the power of social platforms and influencers to connect brands with their target audiences in an impactful way. With a strategic approach, Kymber is dedicated to the development and implementation of successful campaigns that drive engagement, build brand awareness, and generate measurable results
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Leveraging Organic Strategies and Influencer Marketing for Success on Social Media /w Kymber Heinze

State of Search Conference July 11, 2024 7:15 am

Conference Tickets: https://www.stateofsearch.org/conference/register/ https://www.johnmcalpin.com/ https://www.johnmcalpin.com/free-ai-tools/ John McAlpin has over a decade providing advanced SEO consultations to health organizations across the United States, and is currently the Head of SEO at Pillar4 Media. John is deeply engaged in both the local and national SEO community and has a strong background in technical SEO, web development, and digital marketing strategy. John also provides freelance web development services for WordPress hosted sites.
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Ethical Ways to Use AI in SEO with John McAlpin

State of Search Conference May 9, 2024 6:52 am

Conference Tickets: https://www.stateofsearch.org/conference/register/ https://ricketyroo.com Amanda Jordan stands at the forefront of SEO strategy and consultancy, recognized widely for her unparalleled expertise in simplifying the intricacies of SEO for businesses and professionals alike. Her reputation as an authority in the field is bolstered by her notable role as an international speaker, where she shares her profound insights into SEO, particularly focusing on the distinct challenges encountered by franchises, private equity firms, and multi-location businesses. Her adeptness at devising effective strategies against competitors is matched only by her passion for video games, a hobby she joyfully shares with her son. Amanda's blend of professional brilliance and personal warmth makes her a distinguished figure in the digital marketing landscape, consistently leading her clients to success in the ever-evolving world of SEO.
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Taking Your Local SEO to the Next Level with Link Building with Amanda Jordan

State of Search Conference April 11, 2024 7:07 am

DFWSEM https://www.dfwsem.org/ State of Search https://www.stateofsearch.org/
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Joe Laratro Speaks at DFWSEM 2015

State of Search Conference September 19, 2022 2:43 pm

DFWSEM https://www.dfwsem.org/ State of Search https://www.stateofsearch.org/
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Brett Tabke, CEO of PubCon Speaks at DFWSEM 2015

State of Search Conference September 19, 2022 2:44 pm

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We are always looking for speakers that want to educate and share their expertise around digital marketing. Please fill out the form and give us the topic or topics you would like to talk about. If you have a presentation and want to attach it for us to review, that would be very helpful. The presentations are on the second Wednesday of each month. The presentation should take less than an hour and include time for Q&A.

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