kickstart local - Digital Marketing & Website Design Experts

Your Business. Seen Everywhere.

Most business owners feel lost when it comes to marketing. At Kickstart Local, we guide you through a simple 4-step roadmap that helps you get more leads, grow your visibility, and book more business—without the overwhelm.

It starts with a 15-minute discovery call.

Serving Bluffton, Hilton Head, Okatie, Port Royal, Hardeeville, Ridgeland, Beaufort, Charleston, Savannah, and Pooler.

At Kickstart Local we believe every business deserves to be seen.

You can have the best website, content, product, or service; but if nobody sees it; what good is it doing you?

That’s where we come in!

We help business owners simplify their marketing so they can focus on what they’re good at, and leave all the complicated and time consuming marketing stuff to us.

Increase Conversations

Build More Relationships

Book More Business

Kickstart Lcoal Makes Digital Marketing Simple

We walk all our clients through our 4-Step Marketing roadmap that helps increase traffic, start new conversations, build new relationships, so they can book more business.

STEP 01:

Foundation

You wouldn’t build a house without a proper plan or foundation, so why do so many business owners start marketing without the right foundation in place?

STEP 02:

Results Now

Once you have the foundation and plan, you’re gonna want to start getting more leads as quickly as possible while you work on your organic traffic sources.

STEP 03:

Results Later

Think of this as residual income, you put the work in and over time you will start reaping the rewards of organic traffic and leads.

STEP 04:

Clients On-Demand

Congrats! You've completed the first 3 steps and now have a database of past, current, and potential customers to reach out to for more business.

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Our Strategic Partners We’ve Worked With

Kickstart Local's Digital Marketing Services

At Kickstart Local, we take a results-driven approach to digital marketing designed to help Bluffton and Hilton Head businesses stand out online and generate real growth. Our team combines creativity, strategy, and data to build marketing systems that deliver measurable results — not just clicks or impressions, but qualified leads and new customers.


Our digital marketing services include Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to improve visibility and rankings, Pay-Per-Click Advertising (PPC) to drive targeted traffic instantly, Web Design and Development to create high-performing websites, Social Media Marketing to build community and engagement, and Content Marketing to strengthen your brand voice and attract your ideal audience.


Together, these service clusters form a complete digital ecosystem that helps local businesses thrive online and dominate their markets.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Kickstart Local offers SEO strategies that are built to help Bluffton and Hilton Head businesses rise to the top of search results. We combine technical optimization, content strategy, and local SEO expertise to increase your online visibility, attract high-intent traffic, and turn visitors into customers. From on-page improvements to Google Business Profile optimization, we focus on sustainable growth that drives real results.

Website Design & Development

Kickstart Local designs and develops websites that not only look incredible but perform with purpose. Our Bluffton-based team builds fast, mobile-responsive, and SEO-friendly websites that elevate your brand and convert visitors into customers. Whether you need a full redesign or a new site from the ground up, we create digital experiences that drive growth and results.

Pay-Per-Click Advertising (PPC)

At Kickstart Local, our Pay-Per-Click advertising strategies put your business in front of the right audience at the right time. Whether it’s Google Ads, YouTube Ads, or Meta (Facebook and Instagram) campaigns, we design data-driven PPC systems that generate qualified leads, increase brand visibility, and deliver measurable ROI for your Bluffton and Hilton Head business.

Social Media Marketing

Kickstart Local helps Bluffton and Hilton Head businesses grow through strategic, high-impact social media marketing. From Meta and Instagram to LinkedIn and YouTube, our campaigns are designed to build brand awareness, boost engagement, and drive measurable results. We combine creative storytelling with data-driven strategy to turn followers into loyal customers.

Why invest in digital marketing and a professional website?

97% of people learn about a local business online, highlighting the importance of having a professional website and showing up in the search results.

75% of consumers judge a business's credibility based on its website design. A professional website builds trust.

Nearly 46% of all Google searches have local intent, showing that people are actively looking for local businesses and services. Will they find your business?

A well-optimized website can help local businesses appear higher in relevant search results.

The top three search results (organic) equate to more than two-thirds (68.7%) of all clicks.

Inbound marketing costs 62% less per lead than traditional, outbound marketing. (HubSpot)

Companies that prioritize content marketing get 3 times more leads than those that don't.

EXPLORE ALL OUR DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES

Working With Us Is Easy

With over 15+ years of digital marketing experience, we can help you save time, money, and aggravation.

Book a discovery call

Evaluate where you are, and your goals

Create a roadmap to success

Execute the roadmap together

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Hear from our clients

They know their stuff. Very well informed on the cutting edge trends for Google, Facebook, YouTube and more. Whether you are a business owner in Bluffton, Hilton Head, Savannah, or Beaufort, they are a great choice.

David Simcox

Client Testimonial

Kickstart local has been incredible. They are very good at building brand awareness and we have been so happy with the results. We highly recommend their services to local businesses.

Justin Emerick

Client Testimonial

Very professional, definitely knows what they're doing. Would highly recommend giving them a shot!

Jeremy Watson

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Client Success Stories

“19 land clearing leads within the first month, and closed a $12,500 job.

— R&D Timber

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“108 kitchen bathroom remodeling leads at an average cost of $12.26.”

— GR8 Home Improvements

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“129 leads at an average cost per lead of $2.83 and completely booked out her calendar 2 months in advance.”

— A’ Lavender Mist Spa

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About Kickstart Local

Hi, I’m Patrick. Let me tell you why we’re a different type of marketing agency...

I know what it’s like to feel the pressure of trying to run a successful business, and the fear that comes from investing money into marketing and not being sure if you will make your money back or not.


You’re probably multi-tasking and doing the job of several different people all while trying to keep your composure and a smile on your face.


I know...


Because I’m an entrepreneur just like you...


And in case you were curious, and would like to know a little more about my story and how I got into digital marketing please keep reading.

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By Patrick Malone April 12, 2024
Kickstart Local helped a local Charleston SC marine dock builder do a full website re-design, plus on-page and off-page SEO work.
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By Patrick Malone February 10, 2024
In this digital marketing case study, discover how R&D Timber transformed their business working with Kickstart Local, closing $12,500 in land clearing jobs within 30 days! Learn more about their success with Facebook Ads, SEO, PPC, and social media.

Digital Marketing Case Studies and Tips

web design charleston sc before and after case study for baker marine contracting.
By Patrick Malone April 12, 2024
Kickstart Local helped a local Charleston SC marine dock builder do a full website re-design, plus on-page and off-page SEO work.
By Patrick Malone March 14, 2024
CASE STUDY: Digital Marketing Bluffton Local Tree Service Company Books $6,000 Of Work
digital marketing bluffton land clearing company case study
By Patrick Malone February 10, 2024
In this digital marketing case study, discover how R&D Timber transformed their business working with Kickstart Local, closing $12,500 in land clearing jobs within 30 days! Learn more about their success with Facebook Ads, SEO, PPC, and social media.
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