Big Fish Local

08/25/2026

Imagine every dollar of your ad budget working toward real customers instead of wasted clicks. With smart Google Ads management, that's exactly what happens.

Here's how strategic management turns your ad spend into measurable results:

✅ Target buyer-intent keywords that reach people ready to buy
✅ Use negative keywords to keep your budget focused on the right traffic
✅ Track conversions so you know what's truly driving leads
✅ Send clicks to landing pages built to convert, not generic homepages
✅ Grow what works with ongoing testing and optimization

Because the goal isn't to spend more, it's to make every ad dollar work harder.

👉 Read our latest blog to learn how smarter Google Ads management turns your ad budget into qualified leads!
www.bigfishlocal.org/how-to-reduce-wasted-ad-spend-with-better-google-ads-management/

08/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to UMCF on the ribbon cutting of their new Springfield location!

We were so proud to be there to celebrate this exciting milestone. For 4+ years, Big Fish Local has been honored to partner with UMCF — supporting their website and marketing as they do the incredible work of serving children and families across Ohio. 🐟💙

Here's to this new chapter and all the families this space will help. Congratulations, UMCF — we're cheering you on! 🎈

08/18/2026

Here's a hard truth for business owners: The businesses showing up at the top of Google Maps — with photos, reviews, and a map pin — aren't there by luck. They've optimized their Google Business Profile, and it's paying off big.

A fully optimized profile turns a basic listing into a 24/7 conversion machine:

✅ Show up in the coveted Local 3-Pack where customers are searching
✅ Get up to 520% more calls just by adding 100+ quality photos
✅ Build instant trust with a steady stream of reviews (and smart responses)
✅ Choose the right categories so Google matches you to the right searches
✅ Stay active with weekly posts, Q&A, and updates that signal relevance

Because when someone searches for what you offer, you need to show up, stand out, and make it easy for them to choose you over a competitor.

👉 Read our latest blog for the complete guide to mastering your Google Business Profile
https://www.bigfishlocal.org/why-your-google-business-profile-is-your-most-powerful-local-marketing-tool/

08/14/2026

🎲 Our team had a blast at the Dublin Chamber of Commerce Member Appreciation Casino Night at The Ohioan!

We tried our luck at Blackjack, Roulette, and Texas Hold'em, hammed it up at the photo booth, and enjoyed great appetizers and signature mocktails all evening. 🃏

The best part was connecting with so many fellow business owners and community leaders who make Dublin such a great place to work and grow. 💙

Huge thanks to the Dublin Chamber for such a fun evening — we already can't wait for the next one!

Full-service digital marketing solutions to help you become the big fish in your local pond.

08/12/2026

It's that time of year — Best of Springfield 2026 voting is OPEN! 🎉
If Big Fish Local has helped your business grow, we'd love your support! Cast your vote for us under Professional Services in the Best Marketing & Design Firm category. It only takes a minute and means the world to our team!

🔗 https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/local/bestofspringfield/best-of-springfield-2026-make-your-nominations-here/article_8207fd37-c763-5643-a237-80e51219b580.html

08/11/2026

Real talk: we can't do it without you. 💙

A little local team like ours doesn't win Best Marketing or Design Firm on our own — we win it because our community shows up, casts a vote, and roots for the small guys. 🦈

So here's your friendly nudge: go cast your vote! It takes 30 seconds, and you can do it once a day through Aug. 14.

👉 https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/local/bestofspringfield/best-of-springfield-2026-vote-here-for-your-favorites/article_8207fd37-c763-5643-a237-80e51219b580.html

The readers choice awards for Springfield to vote for your favorite food, places and people that make Springfield and Clark County great.

08/10/2026

Last year, you made us the Best Marketing or Design Firm. Let's run it back. 🐟

That win belonged to every local business owner who trusted us and then told a friend — that's the good stuff. So let's go get one more, together. Voting's open now through Aug. 14, and you can vote once a day.

👉 https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/local/bestofspringfield/best-of-springfield-2026-vote-here-for-your-favorites/article_8207fd37-c763-5643-a237-80e51219b580.html

The readers choice awards for Springfield to vote for your favorite food, places and people that make Springfield and Clark County great.

08/05/2026

👋 Say Hello to Lauren!

We're excited to welcome Lauren Wilkins to the Big Fish Local crew as our newest Creative Specialist! With a Bachelor of Science in Video Game Art and Design, Lauren brings a sharp creative eye and a passion for bringing ideas to life. 🎨

When she's not busy creating, you'll find her at the Renaissance Fair or debating whether it's a Panera or Chipotle kind of day. 🥖🌯

👉 Drop a comment below to welcome Lauren to the team! 🎉