SEO & web design agency columbus oh
For Growth-Ready Local Businesses
We Help Growing Local Businesses Get More Traffic and Leads — Without Wasting Money on Marketing That Doesn’t Work.
Over 200 Happy Clients and Counting!
Grow Your Business
Increase Website Traffic
Rank Higher
Convert Visitors into Buyers
Improve Online Visibility
Build Your Brand
We’re Your Growth Partner.
We specialize in helping high-performing local businesses grow revenue through smarter marketing. Our agency provides done-for-you SEO, strategic websites, Google Ads, and local optimization services tailored for established service-based businesses.
Results-Driven Marketing
You run a successful business — we help make sure customers find it.
We specialize in Local SEO, Website Design and Digital Marketing Solutions for established businesses that want to grow their local presence without wasting time or money. While you focus on running your business, we’ll handle the digital marketing strategies that drive real results.
Local SEO
Get more prospects by ranking high in search engines.
Web Design
Optimize your online foundation with a modern, responsive site.
Digital Marketing
We provide digital marketing solutions to improve your online presence.
Social Media
We’ll optimize and manage your social media platforms.
Website Maintenance
With our monthly care plans, we’ll maintain your secure, up-to-date site.
Creative Services
We’ll design a logo for your brand, as well as other graphic assets.
Who We Help
Smarter marketing strategies for local businesses that are already winning — and ready to scale.
Legal
Entertainment Venues
Medical & Healthcare Professionals
Financial & Insurance Professionals
Sports and Fitness
E-Commerce
Non-Profits
Home Services & Contractors
Schools & Education
Legal
Entertainment Venues
Medical & Healthcare Professionals
Financial & Insurance Professionals
Sports and Fitness
E-Commerce
Non-Profits
Home Services & Contractors
Schools & Education
who we work with
Our Satisfied Clients
“Upward did my website and I LOVE it! Dave was timely, professional and went above and beyond. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Appreciated!”
Raymont Harris
“The team at Upward Digital was so easy to work with! Extremely responsive, honest, professional, and knowledgeable.”
David Raphael
“First time working with Dave and he was awesome! I already have more work lined up for him. Very easy-going personality, but also diligent, gets things done and communicates well.”
David Carline
“I worked with Dave Williams on a website for our church nealavenue.com. His team also designed our new logo. They are incredibly responsive, helpful, and organized. I could not recommend Upward Digital Marketing Group highly enough.”
Pastor Drew Watson
“Dave and Upward Digital Marketing created a superb new website for us, taking the complicated content from us and then organizing it to create a beautiful, mobile responsive layout, to help communicate our unique value and mission.”
Sung Jin Min
“Dave Williams and his team did an absolutely fantastic job developing the Caldwell Leasing website. We were essentially starting from scratch and they took the time to understand exactly what we were trying to accomplish and hands down, they succeeded.”
Dan Gade
"Terrific work! Dave Williams and his team redesigned and refreshed my website and content - they even introduced me to a photographer, who went above and beyond in creating an excellent album of shots to use."
Stephen Brown
"Upward Digital Marketing Group did a fantastic job designing our website! We look forward to doing more projects with this team of amazing professionals."
Yulia Hock
"I highly recommend Upward Digital Marketing Group. Dave had ideas for my website that I had not thought of and he created something that perfectly represented me and my business.”
Elizabeth Miller
“Dave and crew did an excellent job migrating my dated web site to a new and cleaner look. I appreciated their responsiveness to my needs, their creativity and prompt follow through on all changes. I highly recommend Upward.”
Ron Ernst
“At Upward, Dave & Co. did a stellar job on my website. Don’t just take my word for it, check out what they can do: guitarwoodshed.com. I recommend them to my friends, family, and to you–as they really did a pro job–and followed the vision I had for the layout.”
Derek Roland
“Dave and his team were great to work with. I needed a website built for my start-up and didn’t give him much to work with but he created an awesome website for us. I will recommend him to anyone I can. 5 stars because they wouldn’t let me leave 6.”
Tim Smith
“Upward Digital Marketing has been a great resource for Genoa Church. This company came in and wanted to help us be more effective in what we were already doing. I am thankful for the work Dave and his company provided for our church and look forward to working with him in the future.”
Pastor Scott Lewald
“The team at Upward was great to work with. They paid close attention to detail and kept in constant communication with the project. They completed the job in a timely manner and the finished product far exceeded my expectations.”
Jen Shaver
“Dave, and Upward Digital Marketing Group, went above and beyond my expectations in creating my coaching and consulting site. Working on the project with him was effortless and enjoyable. He understood me as a customer, and tuned into my needs, ultimately delivering a website I am very proud to present!”
Gail Sease
“Dave Williams of Upward created a website for my new consulting business with patience, responsiveness, and no ego. He brings a calming presence to the work and is generally a pleasure to work with.”
Robin Goodstein
“The new website for Reunion Church looks amazing! Dave was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He made sure everything was just what we wanted and didn’t stop until it was just right. Will definitely work with them in the future.
Hannah Morrison
“I am one of the owners of Star Lanes Polaris located in front of Polaris Fashion Place in Columbus Ohio. Over the past couple of years, Upward Digital has taken our business to the next level with the full array of services they provide.”
Jeff Mechling
“I would recommend Upward Digital Marketing Group for their professionalism and expertise in designing my business website landing page. Keep up the good work and thanks for seamless collaboration on this project!”
Eileen Jaranilla-Tran
“Dave and his team at Upward are the finest people to work with. They are professional, very quick to respond to inquiries or to follow-up, and they are very easy to work with. They provide personal attention down to the smallest detail, and they persevere until the customer is satisfied.”
Mike O'Donnell
“We saw dramatic improvements to being ranked within the top 3 searches within our geographic area. That’s 13 of 14 keyword searches that have shown that much improvement. We are thrilled with Upward Digital Marketing’s service.”
Dwight Skinner
“As a small business owner, the expertise that Dave and Upward Digital Marketing Group provided my company is invaluable. They greatly helped my online presence and we have seen our customer base grow because of it.”
Frank Horn
“Dave has fully embraced our product and taken our digital/social presence to a high level. We like the direction he is taking us and the opportunities to prospect new guests and keep in touch with existing customers. Dave is easy to work with, creative, and truly interested in building our business.”
Mike Mechling
“Upward Digital Marketing guided me thru the process of getting my web and social media marketing presence in order. The help so far has been invaluable. I will continue to consult with Upward Digital Marketing regularly to make sure I am using the most up to date tools to keep my business in the forefront.”
Greg Hoeflicker
“Upward Digital redesigned my company website. They did an excellent job. I look forward to referring future business to them.”
Ryan Plowman
have questions?
FAQs
What types of businesses do you work with?
We specialize in helping established, service-based businesses generating $500K or more in annual revenue. From entertainment venues and home service companies to medical and professional practices, we create marketing strategies that drive measurable growth.
How can digital marketing help my local business grow?
A smart digital strategy helps your ideal customers find you when they need you most. With a mix of SEO, Google Ads, and website optimization, we help you attract more qualified leads and convert them into paying clients.
What’s included in your Local SEO services?
Our Local SEO plans include Google Business Profile optimization, local keyword targeting, citation building, content updates, backlinks, and monthly reporting — including AI-powered smart reports that highlight key ROI metrics. All of it is designed to improve your local rankings and visibility.
Do you offer done-for-you marketing services?
Yes. We provide fully managed digital marketing — including SEO, Google Ads, website design, social media, and monthly reporting. You can stay focused on running your business while we handle the marketing strategies that bring in new leads.
How do I know if I’m ready to work with Upward?
If you run a service-based business, have a solid offer, and are ready to grow — but don’t have time to manage marketing yourself — you’re exactly who we’re built to serve.
How soon can I expect results?
SEO typically delivers results within 60–90 days, while Google Ads can drive leads within a few weeks. We’ll track and share performance insights every step of the way.
What if my business is just getting started? Can you help us?
Yes, especially with foundational needs like professional website design. Every business — whether new or established — needs a strong digital presence to compete and grow.
Why is Upward Digital Marketing Group the best digital marketing agency in Columbus, Ohio?
Upward Digital Marketing Group has been helping small businesses in Columbus grow online since 2018. Our agency combines hands-on experience in web design, SEO, and social media with real-world operations expertise that most marketing firms lack. We’ve been recognized with multiple local business awards and have earned 5-star reviews from clients across Ohio. What sets us apart is our personalized approach—we don’t just run campaigns, we become a trusted partner invested in your business success.
Is your online presence fueling real business growth?
If not, let’s fix that. Schedule your discovery call today.