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About Rooted Rock Marketing

Founded by Shelly Cihan, Rooted Rock Marketing is a woman-owned business with over 13 years of digital marketing experience that prides itself on ethical digital marketing tactics that achieve business goals and drive revenue.

Founder
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SEO Specialist
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Project Manager

Rooted Rock's
Core Values

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Data-Driven Strategies

Every decision should be based on real-life data relevant to the individual business at stake

3.

Transparency

Communication and transparent reporting lead to stronger results

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Accountability

Always take responsibility for our results. Learn from our mistakes and our wins.

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Ethical Tactics

Marketing should always be done utilizing ethical tactics

4.

Goal-Focused Strategy

Marketing tactics should be focused on business goals, not just rankings

6.

Effective Communication

Respond to both changes in the industry and client inquiries quickly and thoughtfully. 

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Chad Hunkins
Owner
StoneWorks Massage & Skincare

Shelly reviewed my website to strategize and create more effective content. Our business doubled within a month! I would recommend Rooted Rock Marketing to anyone, especially for SEO and their digital marketing expertise!

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Kelly Frady
Digital Marketing Manager
Coldwell Banker Whitbeck

I worked with Shelly for almost 10 years in various positions, and I can honestly say I've never encountered a more thorough and knowledgeable individual when it comes to Digital Marketing. Her attention to detail is top notch, and her desire to ensure things are done correctly are unparalleled. 

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Amiee Dickenson
Finance & HR
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Shelly goes above and beyond with the help she gives. Whether it is just small questions about how to get our Google Ads working or a complete overhaul of our healthcare websites, Shelly is knowledgeable, professional, and always makes time for her clients. 

Workshops & Industry Talks

Over Shelly's digital marketing career, she has led sessions for a number of conferences and seminars across New York State. Ranging from the benefits of PPC campaigns and social media tracking to organic SEO and local search optimization, these lectures and workshops have helped communicate the importance of ethical digital marketing.

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If you are interested in having Shelly speak for your organization on a marketing topic, please don't hesitate to contact her!

Past Speaking Engagements

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Facing the Future: Powerful Tactics to Stand Out in Google

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North Country Chamber of Commerce

Ticonderoga, NY

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How Google Ads Can Help Your Small Business  in the Digital Marketplace

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Google Partners Event hosted by  Adworkshop

Lake Placid, NY

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Driving Business with Local Search - Tips to be Found Online

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Renzi Foodservice Annual Food Show

Lake Placid, NY

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PPC Session: Paid Search vs. Social Media Advertising

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NYS Tourism Industry Association

Niagra Falls, NY

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Local Search How to Optimize for this Important Algorithm

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Adirondack Destination Marketing Summit

Lake Placid, NY

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The Basics of Google AdWords for Small Businesses

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Plattsburgh Small Business Expo

Plattsburgh, NY

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Using Website & Social Media Analytics to Improve Marketing Strategies

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NYS Tourism Industry Association

Syracuse, NY

Conferences

With a passion for learning and staying on top of industry trends, Shelly annually attends a number of conferences, webinars, and talks for both her professional and personal growth. 

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MozCon
 

2014-2019

Seattle, WA

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Local U
Local Search University

2020

Online

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Search Marketing
Expo

2010-2013

New York, NY

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Whitespark
Local Search Summit

2018-2021
Online

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NYS Tourism Industry Association

2013-2014

Syracuse & Niagra Falls

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DudaCon
 

2022
Online

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Audubon National Convention

2019

Milwaukee, WI

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SMX Next

 

2022

Online

Available Services

Local SEO

Improve brand reputation and increase phone calls and foot traffic for your business

Reporting

Understand your audience better through robust tracking & in-depth reporting

PPC Campaigns

Local search ads, remarketing, RLSA, text ads, display, YouTube, LinkedIn & more!

Data Compliance

Protect your users and build trust through our discounted partnership with Termly

Organic SEO

Optimize your website to get found by more potential customers and increase your conversions

Website Development

Improve your current site, or start fresh. Site structure, authority, content planning, and much more.

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