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# SMA Marketing

## Sitemaps
- [XML Sitemap](https://smamarketing.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages.

## Posts
- [GEO optimization for manufacturing brands](https://smamarketing.com/blog/ai-search-visibility-manufacturers): Procurement teams, plant engineers, and capture managers are asking ChatGPT and Perplexity for vendor shortlists before they ever open Google. Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is the discipline of making a manufacturing brand's capabilities machine-readable so they can be retrieved and cited when needed. Most manufacturers aren't losing potential customers based on capability. They're losing because the content that proves what they can do isn’t structured for an LLM model to extract.
- [GEO ROI: How to measure the impact of AI search visibility](https://smamarketing.com/blog/geo-roi-measure-ai-search-visibility): GEO ROI is measurable, but not from a single dashboard. You measure the impact of AI search visibility by layering a leading indicator, a confirming indicator, and a revenue indicator. None of the three alone will likely satisfy a CFO. Together, they will.
- [How to track brand mentions in ChatGPT and Perplexity](https://smamarketing.com/blog/track-brand-mentions-ai-search): To track brand mentions in ChatGPT and Perplexity, build a fixed set of 10–20 real buyer prompts, run them consistently across both engines, and log three separate outcomes for each response. Note when your brand was mentioned, whether it was cited with a linked source, and if it was actively recommended. Do that on a weekly or monthly cadence against 2–3 named competitors, and you have the start of a real LLM brand-visibility practice, not a vanity screenshot.
- [Best LLM visibility tools for B2B brands (2026)](https://smamarketing.com/blog/llm-visibility-tools): The best LLM visibility tools for B2B brands fall into three tiers: enterprise platforms built for board-level reporting, mid-market suites that layer AI tracking onto an existing SEO stack, and lean, self-serve trackers built specifically for prompt and citation monitoring. Which one is right for your team depends less on brand name and more on your goals. Evaluating LLM visibility tools often boils down to whether they track citations or just mentions.
- [Best AEO tools for B2B brands (2026)](https://smamarketing.com/blog/best-aeo-tools): Most AEO tool lists are written by the tool companies. That's worth noting before you begin your research. Rather than create another list of tools, we’ve developed a category breakdown of what AEO tools actually do, where they genuinely differ, and how to determine what is best for your needs. Our goal is to help you identify which tools are worth investing in and which you should avoid.

## Pages
- [The state of ethical AI in marketing: 2025 survey findings](https://smamarketing.com/research/ethical-ai-in-marketing-survey): A survey of 100 marketers shows AI adoption is outpacing ethical frameworks.
- [Generating high-quality B2B leads through LLM-powered search platforms](https://smamarketing.com/research/generating-leads-llm-platforms): We investigated whether emerging AI-powered search platforms could generate meaningful business value beyond traditional SEO.
- [Predictive SEO: A machine learning approach to forecasting search engine rankings](https://smamarketing.com/research/machine-learning-forecasting-rankings): Using a proprietary Random Forest model trained on historical SERP data, we predict ranking success to prioritize content and resources.
- [Testing the “Dark AI” theory: Does brand convergence actually drive AEO influence?](https://smamarketing.com/research/does-brand-convergence-drive-aeo-influence): A multi-model replication and extension study across 8 industry verticals.
- [Why your “Direct Traffic” in GA4 isn’t what it used to be](https://smamarketing.com/research/direct-traffic-ga4): A three-site analysis of how AI tools are reshaping one of marketing’s most trusted metrics.

## CM Tooltip Glossary
- [LLM](https://smamarketing.com/glossary/what-is-an-llm): An LLM, or large language model, is an AI system trained on massive amounts of text to understand and generate human-like language. LLMs are the technology behind AI systems like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Perplexity, as well as Google's AI Overviews. For marketers, LLMs matter because they're increasingly where buyers start their research: they ask a question in plain language and get a synthesized, cited answer instead of a list of links to click through.
- [Domain Authority](https://smamarketing.com/glossary/what-is-domain-authority): Domain Authority (DA) is a third-party metric, developed by Moz, that scores a website's likelihood of ranking in search results on a scale from 1 to 100 — the higher the score, the stronger the site's overall authority relative to others. It's important to be precise; Domain Authority is not a metric Google uses or publishes, and it is not a direct Google ranking factor. It's a predictive, comparative score built by a third-party tool, useful for benchmarking, not a number Google itself calculates or cares about.
- [Featured snippet](https://smamarketing.com/glossary/what-is-a-featured-snippet): A featured snippet is the highlighted answer box that appears at or near the top of Google's search results, pulled directly from a page that Google judges to best answer the searcher's question. It sits above the standard "position one" organic listing — sometimes called "position zero" — and typically includes a short answer, a link to the source page, and the page's title.
- [Digital PR](https://smamarketing.com/glossary/what-is-digital-pr): Digital PR (public relations) is the practice of earning coverage, mentions, and links from credible, high-authority publications through original research, data, expert commentary, and newsworthy stories rather than buying or building them directly. In traditional SEO, digital PR has long been a way to earn authority signals Google trusts. Its role has expanded: the same earned mentions that build domain authority for Google are also what AI answer engines look for when deciding which sources to trust and cite.
- [B2B demand generation](https://smamarketing.com/glossary/what-is-b2b-demand-generation): B2B demand generation is the set of marketing efforts that build awareness, create demand, and move prospects toward a buying decision before a sales team ever gets involved. It's the discipline behind the pipeline: content, search visibility, and paid acquisition working together so the right buyers find you, trust you, and convert into qualified leads. Today, demand generation has a new challenge — AI answer engines. Buyers increasingly start the awareness stage by asking ChatGPT, Gemini, or Perplexity to list and compare vendors, not by typing a keyword into Google.

# SMA Marketing

> SMA Marketing is a results-driven digital marketing agency specializing in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Paid Search (PPC), Content Marketing, and Web Design.

## Overview

Founded in 2009 by Ryan Shelley, SMA Marketing delivers agile, data-backed digital marketing solutions designed to build authentic human connections and accelerate business growth. Combining technical expertise with AI-driven insights, SMA Marketing helps businesses navigate complex buyer journeys and optimize for traditional and AI-driven search environments.

- **Website**: https://www.smamarketing.net
- **Primary Focus**: SEO, GEO (Generative Engine Optimization), PPC, Content Marketing, Web Strategy
- **Headquarters**: Melbourne, FL, United States
- **Service Area**: Worldwide (US focus including FL, NY, GA, NC, SC, IL, TN, MD, VA)

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## Core Services

### Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)
- Technical SEO audits, site architecture, and speed optimization.
- Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) tailored for AI search platforms (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, SearchGPT).
- Structured data implementation (JSON-LD) and entity-based optimization.
- On-page content optimization for user intent and search authority.

### Local SEO
- Google Business Profile optimization and local citation management.
- Hyper-local content and geo-targeted search strategies for multi-location brands.

### Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising
- Paid search campaign setup, management, and continuous optimization across Google Ads, Bing, and social channels.
- Conversion rate optimization (CRO) and landing page alignment to maximize ROI.

### Content Marketing & Digital Strategy
- Strategic content generation aligned with buyer touchpoints.
- Multichannel marketing, brand storytelling, and thought leadership positioning.

### Web Design & Development
- Custom, mobile-responsive web development optimized for lead generation, SEO, and performance.

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## Company Ethos & Key Differentiators

- **Human-Centric & AI-First**: Recognizes that behind every search query is a human with intent, while leveraging AI and data to navigate changing algorithms.
- **Measurable Impact**: Focus on revenue-driving metrics rather than superficial vanity metrics.
- **Social Impact (Kiva Fund)**: Contributes microloans to global small business owners via the Kiva Fund with every new client retainer.
- **Community Engagement**: Proud member of the East Orlando Chamber of Commerce (EOCC).

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## Leadership & Key Information

- **Founder**: Ryan Shelley
- **Mission**: Helping businesses grow their customer base, simplify complex marketing, and achieve measurable revenue goals through authentic digital engagement.

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## Core Topics & Expertise

- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) & AI Search
- Content Marketing & Brand Authority
- Digital Advertising (PPC / SEM)
- Data Analytics & ROI Tracking
- Inbound Marketing Strategy

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## Contact & Links

- **Main Website**: [SMA Marketing](https://www.smamarketing.net/)
- **About Us**: [About SMA Marketing](https://www.smamarketing.net/about)
- **Services**: [Our Services](https://www.smamarketing.net/)
- **Locations**: [Global & US Locations](https://www.smamarketing.net/locations)