ABOUT US

WHO WE ARE

With over two decades of experience in SEO and digital marketing, we’ve dedicated our careers to helping businesses grow through powerful, ROI-driven online strategies. We are a Minnesota-based and fully remote digital marketing firm. Our team of experts has helped businesses in every corner of the country, delivering customized solutions to dominate local search results.

We help our clients with digital marketing services. Through our podcast, webinars, and workshops, we share actionable insights and proven strategies to empower business owners, marketing managers, and web designers in their digital marketing.

With a passion for transparency and results, we’re here to light the way to your digital success.

ABOUT THE OWNER

As a founder of successful 7-figure companies and a recognized industry expert, Jesse Dolan offers a unique blend of SEO expertise and business ownership insight—allowing Luminate Local to deliver not just higher rankings but real, sustainable growth.

HOW IT STARTED

My SEO journey began in 1999, where I became a partner and CMO at an office equipment sales and service company. After having online success and scaling the company, the internal marketing department was expanded to serve external clients, providing them with the same proven SEO and digital marketing strategies.  This ultimately led to the co-founding an SEO company,  where I continued developing strategies that helped small and medium-sized businesses navigate the ever-evolving Google landscape to achieve real, measurable growth.

  • 20+ Years of SEO Expertise: From Google’s early days to today’s multi-platform digital landscape.
  • Multiple Successful 7-Figure Businesses: Real world marketing authority with several successful businesses.
  • Industry Leadership: Recognized as an SEO expert, agency owner, and podcast host.

Having been a partner in four businesses, three of which have reached 7-figure revenue, I know firsthand how critical digital marketing is to overall business success. Unlike many SEO professionals who focus solely on rankings, I bring a comprehensive understanding of how SEO and digital strategies impact growth and profitability from a business owner’s viewpoint.

Jesse Dolan

Jesse Dolan, Founder

WHAT WE DO

Local SEO Specialists

We specialize in delivering top-tier local SEO services that drive measurable results for clients across the U.S. Our Minnesota-based, fully remote team provides comprehensive solutions, including Google Business Profile audits, keyword research, on-page and off-page SEO, and content creation. We tailor each strategy to your unique market, ensuring your business ranks higher, attracts more local customers, and grows sustainably. With a data-driven approach and a commitment to transparency, we help you dominate local search results. Learn more about our SEO services.

Website Design Solutions

Beyond SEO, we craft stunning, high-performing websites that serve as the foundation for your digital success. Our web design services focus on creating fast, responsive, and SEO-optimized websites that captivate visitors and convert them into loyal customers. From custom designs to user-friendly interfaces, we build sites that reflect your brand and drive results. Whether you need a new website or a redesign to boost performance, our team delivers solutions that elevate your online presence. Learn more about our website design services.

Podcast, Webinars, and Workshops

At Luminate Local, we’re passionate about empowering businesses with the knowledge and tools to thrive online. Through our podcast we deliver actionable digital marketing insights to business owners, marketing managers, and web designers. Our webinars and workshops dive deeper, offering hands-on guidance on implementing strategies that illuminate your brand. Whether you’re learning to optimize your Google Business Profile or mastering local SEO, our educational resources equip you with practical skills to light up your business in the digital world.

Where We Work

At Luminate Local, we specialize in helping businesses rank within search engines for their own local markets – no matter where they are in the U.S. As a fully remote and established Minnesota SEO company we partner with businesses both in MN, and across the country to improve their local search visibility, attract more customers, and grow their digital presence.

We tailor our strategies to your local market, so whether your business is in Minnesota, Texas, California, Maine, or anywhere in between, our data-driven local SEO solutions help you dominate search results in your area. Our services include:

  • Local Business SEO: Optimize your website for high-intent local searches, ensuring you appear when customers near you are looking for your services.
  • Google Business Profile (GBP) Optimization: Maximize your visibility in Google’s local map pack with a well-optimized GBP listing.
  • On-Page & Technical SEO: Enhance your website structure, speed, and mobile experience for better search rankings.
  • Local Content & Link Building: Strengthen your site’s authority with geo-targeted content and local backlinks that drive traffic.

While we’re proud to be headquartered in Minnesota, our remote team serves local businesses across the U.S. Whether you run a restaurant in Tulsa, a law firm in Memphis, or a roofing company in Orlando, we help you rank in your specific market—so you can connect with more local customers in your town.