11 Tricks to Get Your Blog Posts to Show Up in Google Searches

11 Tricks to Get your Blog Post To Show Up In Google Searches

We all know how valuable appearing at the top of Google searches is, but how do you get there? Allow me to share a few tips with you!

The idea for this post came to us from John Stanton of Seacrest Wealth Management. He wanted to know if there’s a way to write blog posts so they will show up for a given keyword search in Google. John provides annuity reviews in his practice, so he would like to rank for searches such as “Should I keep my annuity?”

This practice is known as search engine optimization (SEO). Showing up for keyword searches helps people find you when they need your help. (Watch our video here to learn how SEO can make or break your marketing.) But, of course, there’s a lot of competition for hot keywords, and SEO isn’t as straightforward as it used to be. Here’s what you can to do today to get your blog posts to show up for specific Google searches.

1. Understand the Role of Google

It’s helpful to first consider this challenge from Google’s perspective. They aim to be the best search engine, which means they want to deliver the most helpful results. Google judges how helpful their results are by how long you stay on a given website, how much of a blog post you read, or whether you click through to other content on a particular site. They also consider website credibility indicators, like the total traffic to your website, how many other websites link to your site, and whether your site is connected to active social media profiles.

All these factors give Google a glimpse into how legitimate and helpful your website is. Their algorithm for determining which search results to return for a given keyword search is constantly being updated to make their search engine better. No one knows exactly how it works, and SEO experts are constantly trying to play catchup.

2. Create Valuable Blog Posts

In the old days, you could stuff “keywords” into your website so that Google would think your site was highly relevant for specific search terms. This meant that you could put “financial planning” over and over on the pages of your site to show up for those keyword searches. But Google got wise, and now “keyword stuffing” is actually penalized.

Google calculates your keyword density, or the percentage of times a keyword is used in relation to the total words on that page. If you have a keyword density of higher than around 2%, your post will be punished by the Google gods.

The only way to show up for search results today is to create valuable and helpful content. Google knows if your content is helpful by watching the behavior of people who search for something and end up on your site. Answering a question well and keeping people on your site longer can help your blog posts show up higher in search results. For example, our blog post titled “Has Your LinkedIn Account Been Restricted?” is one of the highest ranked posts on our site because it thoroughly answers a common search question of what to do when you get the message that your LinkedIn account has been restricted.

3. Focus on Only One or Two Keywords

For each blog post, focus on one or two keywords to write about. It could be “key person life insurance” or “ETF investing.” By targeting your content to specific keywords, you’re more likely to come up for those searches.

4. Put Those Keywords in the Title, Headings, and URL

Once you choose the keywords you’d like to focus on, it’s important to use them in the right areas of your post. Google gives hierarchical credibility to your post’s title, headings, and URL, so you’ll want to use your keywords in all three: the title, the paragraph headings, and the web address.

5. Add a Meta Description

A meta description is a 160-character (or less) summary of your blog post. Your meta description actually shows up below the title of your post in search results. It’s important to create an accurate meta description so Google knows what the post is about and so people will click on your post in their search results. Most websites for advisors have areas to add your meta description. If you have a WordPress site, you can use the Yoast SEO plugin to optimize your meta description.

6. Make Sure Your Blog Is Mobile-Friendly

Because the majority of website traffic comes from mobile devices today, Google will penalize sites that are not mobile-friendly because they don’t provide a good user experience. Make sure your website is mobile-friendly; if you’re not sure, check using this tool.

7. Optimize Your Images

Google also likes image relevancy, which means it prefers that you use a relevant image and title your image appropriately. Did you know that screen readers used by blind and visually impaired people depend on images being labeled properly? Adding an accurate label to your images helps your SEO score. You can do this by editing the “alt text” for each image in your post.

8. Create a Lot of Content on the Same Topic

I wish there were shortcuts to mastering search engine optimization, but there aren’t. The best way to be seen as credible and helpful in Google’s eyes is to create a lot of great content on the topic of your specialty.

One of our clients does this as well as anyone. Steven H. Kobrin, LUTCF, is also known as the life insurance guru. His blog posts cover everything you’d ever want to know about life insurance, including:

  • The Guide to Buying Life Insurance (e-book)
  • How Business Owners Use Life Insurance to Fund Buy-Sell Agreements
  • Get Life Insurance if You’re a Cancer Survivor
  • How to Evaluate the Credentials of Your Life Insurance Broker
  • Will Your Life Insurance Cover Your Emotional Needs?
  • Should Your Children Be Your Life Insurance Beneficiary?
  • Premium Financing for Life Insurance
  • The Blunt Truth About Marijuana and Life Insurance


We’re not kidding, Steve does an incredible job covering this topic. Each blog post you create on the same topic adds to your site’s total SEO credibility.

9. Link to Your Related Blog Posts

Remember when we said that Google judges how helpful your site is by how long someone is on your site and whether they click through to your other content? That’s where internal linking comes in. You’ll want to link to your other blog posts on related topics to give readers helpful information and keep them on your site longer. Aim for at least three internal links per post.

10. Get Others to Link to Your Post

Getting other websites to link to your site, or “backlinking,” used to be the biggest trick in the SEO book. But then SEO specialists spent their time adding links to their clients’ posts in the comments of other websites and Google got wise.

Today, backlinking isn’t as powerful as it used to be, but having other credible sites link to your post will help your SEO. Publish your posts on other related sites, share with professional partners, and let key influencers know about your content. Every time an industry leader links to one of your blog posts, that post gets a big SEO boost.

11. Share by Email and Social Media

If you found an incredibly valuable blog post on a topic that interested you, what’s the first thing you would do? You’d share it via email or on social media. A lot of “shares” gives Google a big clue that your post is valuable. Share each of your blog posts with everyone in your network by email and on social media.

Tying it All Together

If you’ve made it this far, you know there are no shortcuts to SEO. The best way to get your blog posts to show up for given keyword searches is to become the expert on those keywords and share your expertise by creating great content.

That’s why our Total Marketing Package is designed to do just that. We create custom content each month, label and tag it appropriately, then share it by email and on social media. In addition to educating your clients and staying top-of-mind with your network, we’re building your website’s SEO—now and into the future. Our cutting-edge SEO services are the solution you need; with our proven tactics and best practices, we can boost your rankings on Google and attract more high-quality traffic to your website.

Need help clarifying your niche and marketing strategy? Schedule a free strategy session with our marketing experts today!

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Originally from Morgan Hill, California, Noelle now lives near the beach in Carlsbad, California, with her husband, their son, and their sweet Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Obi. An avid fiction reader and sourdough baker, she enjoys making fresh bread for her family each week and unwinding with a good book. In her free time, Noelle can often be found exploring San Diego’s beautiful beaches and outdoor spots with her family.

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Sarah Harding

Website Project Manager
Park City, Utah

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After 16 years in the digital marketing industry, Sarah’s expertise is matched by her passion for helping businesses thrive. Originally from Iowa, she now lives in Utah with her three daughters. Outside of work, she enjoys skiing, biking, hiking, cooking, and hosting gatherings, balancing her professional drive with an active and fulfilling personal life.

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Nicole Goosen

Marketing Assistant
Jacobsdal, Freestate, South Africa

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Based in Jacobsdal, Free State, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband, WJ, and their daughter, Emma. Her career as a virtual assistant has allowed her to work with clients in the U.S. and UK, building lasting professional relationships and friendships around the world.

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Website Project Manager
Raleigh, North Carolina

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Originally from a small town called Kittrell, NC, about an hour north of Raleigh, Ethan grew up in a quiet, rural area surrounded by farmland, which gave him an appreciation for simplicity. In his free time, he loves staying active and exploring the outdoors. Whether it’s playing golf, disc golf, shooting hoops, or flying his drone, he finds joy in activities that keep him connected to nature.

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Account Manager

Orange County, California

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Account Manager
Nashville, Tennessee

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Celena studied ballet choreography in Florence, Italy, and the Danish language in Copenhagen. Originally from Nashville, TN, she has also lived in Florence, Paris, Dublin, and Copenhagen, making her fluent in Danish and Italian—though she rarely uses these languages in Nashville!

When she’s not crafting compelling marketing strategies, Celena enjoys spending time outdoors with her rescue pup, Ollie, and her boyfriend, chipping away at her fiction trilogy, and indulging in plant-based cuisine. Celena also loves visiting her mom, sister, and nieces, who all live nearby.

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Account Manager
Denver, Colorado

A born strategist, Jordan always starts with “why” when brainstorming marketing tactics with her financial advisor clients. With recommendations rooted in data and industry best practices, she loves growing advisors’ awareness of their strategies’ positive impact on their business.

Jordan obtained her bachelor’s degree in business administration (with an emphasis in marketing and management) and her master’s in communication and media management from Colorado State University. Before joining Indigo, Jordan already had 6+ years of financial services experience and 8+ years of marketing/project and campaign management experience under her belt—making her a powerhouse addition to the team! Outside of strategizing for her advisors, Jordan’s hobbies include pottery, hiking (when she’s in shape), and ordering delivery or takeout. She is happily married to her husband, Max, and a dedicated dog mom to her oversized golden retriever, Kai.

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Joshua Yanson

Web Developer
Negros Occidental, Philippines

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Originally from Pulupandan, Negros Occidental, Philippines, Joshua holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, and in his free time enjoys playing computer games and watching anime and movies.

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Account Manager
Vancouver, Washington

With her marketing expertise, Melanie Valdez leaves no stone unturned when helping clients hone their marketing strategy. She loves interacting with clients and brainstorming new ideas to enhance their marketing results. No two days are ever the same, and that’s the way Melanie likes it!

Melanie holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Western Washington University as well as an MBA from Western Governors University. When she’s not rocking her role at Indigo, she enjoys cooking (trying out new recipes every week), painting, and discovering new restaurants with friends. She and her husband, Dat, love to travel and go on walks with their dog, Brutus, a pomeranian-chihuahua whose personality is definitely not proportionate to his small size!

Indigo Marketing Team Amanda Bicknese

Amanda Bicknese

Account Manager
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Amanda wears a few hats at Indigo, bringing value to the team by creating custom social media posts for advisors, assisting with the onboarding process of new team members, and tackling behind-the-scenes team tasks. She loves to collaborate with our amazing clients and supportive team members.

Born and raised in Fort Myers, Florida, Amanda holds a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of Central Florida and a master’s degree in education from North Carolina State University. She worked as an educator for about a decade before pivoting to a career in writing and marketing. Amanda currently resides in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with her two children, Mikayla and William, and dog, Daisy. When she’s not reading or writing fiction in her spare time, Amanda enjoys hanging out with family, hiking, trying new foods, and traveling.

Claire Akin

Claire Akin

Founder
San Diego, California
Claire Akin founded Indigo Marketing Agency with the mission to help financial advisors leverage marketing to grow their businesses. As a former Investment Advisor Representative and proud daughter of an independent advisor, she’s seen first-hand the value advisors bring to their clients and community. Claire transferred ownership of Indigo Marketing Agency to Hugo Fernandez in 2022 to spend more time with her family.
Indigo Marketing Team Adrian Bachini

Adrian Bachini

Web Developer & Tech Support
Manila, Philippines

Adrian Bachini works on tasks requiring technical knowledge and other various administrative tasks. A software developer by day, prior to joining Indigo, Adrian had very little knowledge on how nontechnical positions operate. His position at Indigo allows him to both learn and experience a variety of platforms and gain more knowledge about how to maximize marketing initiatives.

Adrian holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science with a specialization in software technology from De La Salle University Manila. Adrian considers himself somewhat of a workaholic, with a full-time day job in addition to working with Indigo. When he’s not working, he enjoys watching documentaries, action movies, and anime, and also loves cycling on muddy downhill trails or cross-country rides, playing video games, and simply resting when he can. He is also a licensed commercial pilot and flies in his free time; he obviously also enjoys traveling. Adrian lives with his family and more than a few pets (11 dogs, 6 cats, a few birds, and fish)—he has more pets than humans in his home!

Indigo Marketing Team Kourtney Kearney

Kourtney Kearney

Tech Support Lead

Antelope, California

Kourtney Kearney is a data-driven woman with a knack for coding. On any typical day, you can find her building web pages, troubleshooting bugs in code, and setting up automations to make life easier for our clients. Thanks to her technical background, Kourtney has a vast understanding of the inner workings of websites and the data associated with them. She’s always on the lookout for new technology that will help us improve our workflows so we can focus on what we do best—helping financial advisors grow their business. Kourtney enjoys the variation of tasks and loves the challenge of taking an existing website and making it better without completely rebuilding it.

Kourtney is originally from Newark, CA (Bay Area), but currently resides in Antelope, a suburb of Sacramento, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Curatorial Studies. Outside of work, Kourtney spends her free time reading, playing volleyball, baking with her two sons, and hanging out with family.

Indigo Marketing Team Sarah Robichaud

Sarah Robichaud

Social Media Manager
Rochester Hills, Michigan

Sarah Robichaud uses her love of spreadsheets to create engaging content calendars for our clients’ social media pages. Sarah holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Salisbury University and a master’s degree in marriage and family counseling from Liberty University. In addition to her role at Indigo, Sarah volunteers as a virtual administrator for Army Wife Network, a nonprofit organization that aims to empower and educate military spouses through blogs, podcasts, and various other resources.

Born and raised in Maryland, Sarah currently lives in Rochester Hills, Michigan, with her husband, Andrew, two children, Emily and Logan, and two fur babies, Penny and Chewbacca. As a military spouse and mother, Sarah loves working for Indigo because of the flexibility it affords her, allowing her to continue to build her career while frequently relocating around the globe and working on her own schedule to accommodate a busy lifestyle. Sarah also loves Indigo’s supportive team atmosphere. Outside of work and volunteering, you can find Sarah enjoying time outdoors with her family, typically running, camping, or traveling. An avid traveler, she’s visited 16 countries and is always planning her family’s next great adventure.

Indigo Marketing Team Jennifer Farrior

Jennifer Farrior

Lead Writer & Proofreader
Louisville, Kentucky

Jennifer Farrior is Indigo’s go-to for all things proofreading and editing. Her attention to detail is unmatched, and she takes pride in making sure every article is clean and concise before it heads out to our financial advisors. She says, “Even a single typo can affect an advisor’s credibility, and we strive for perfection when it comes to how they’re presented online.” As Lead Writer, Jennifer trains and manages the team of writers, and also writes and collaborates with team members to create Indigo’s blog posts and promotional material.

Jennifer holds a bachelor’s degree in English from UCLA. In addition to her role at Indigo, she runs her own copy editing and proofreading business, She Proofreads LLC. Jennifer hails from San Diego, California, but now lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with her three kids, Joshua, Julia, and Joel, and goldendoodle, Dexter. She loves working at Indigo because it provides her with the income, flexibility, and the community she needs as a stay-at-home mom. Outside of work, you can find her spending time with her kids, friends, boyfriend, or working on a puzzle while watching Netflix.

Indigo Marketing Team Lisa Gaines

Lisa Gaines

Content Deployment Manager
Fort Hood, Texas

Lisa Gaines spends her work days uploading blog posts to our clients’ websites and LinkedIn profiles, drafting emails, and making adjustments to content as advisors request. Lisa has learned a lot as a long-time member of the Indigo family and has enjoyed seeing the processes evolve to become more streamlined and efficient over time. And she loves working with the amazing Indigo team! 

Lisa is a proud alum of Texas A&M University, where she received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. As a military child, Lisa feels as though she grew up everywhere; however, she claims central Texas as home where most of her family is originally from. She currently lives in Fort Hood, Texas, with her husband, Korey (an active-duty Army officer), and two kids, Madelyne and Jameson. As a military family, Lisa moves quite a bit—often to areas where the job market is small. She loves that Indigo provides her with a steady job she can take with her wherever she goes. When she’s not working, Lisa enjoys dabbling in interior design, binging a good Netflix series, and spending time with friends and family.

Read more about why Lisa loves working with Indigo.

Indigo Marketing Team Member Anne Wheeler

Anne Wheeler

Marketing Assistant
Cincinnati, Ohio

Anne Wheeler is responsible for a variety of administrative tasks as well as updating social media pages for clients. Anne enjoys the creative side of her position and the ability to collaborate with the team to help advisors get started with Indigo.

Anne holds a bachelor’s degree in communication from the University of Tennessee. Outside of work, she enjoys walking, baking, spending time with her husband, Rick (a structural engineer), and two sons, Thomas and Turner. Anne loves being a full-time mom, and appreciates that Indigo gives her the opportunity to work part-time while still caring for her boys.

Indgio Team Member Dan Corcoran

Dan Corcoran

Account Manager
Madison, Wisconsin

Dan Corcoran enjoys being on the front lines of financial advisor marketing, working directly with advisors to help them build a strong marketing plan to get their firm’s message out. Working remotely can be a challenge as talking to others, brainstorming, and sharing experiences recharges him; he maximizes touchpoints to connect with others to make every day at Indigo rewarding.

Dan holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and mass communication from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He enjoys drone photography and videography (he owns his own drone business, Forward Focus Photography), sports broadcasting (he was a hockey broadcaster for four years prior to COVID), spending time with family, camping/hiking, running, swimming, and road biking.

Originally from Sun Prairie, WI, Dan has three siblings, and prior to joining Indigo’s team, he worked for an RIA in Madison for two years.

Amanda Laskey

Account Manager
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Amanda Laskey works with clients one-on-one to develop and implement marketing strategies that help spread the word about who they are and how they help. In her role, Amanda strives to deliver outstanding customer service to our clients. She is tech-savvy, an independent problem-solver, extremely organized, an excellent communicator, and thrives on helping others. She appreciates the ability to work remotely in a collaborative team environment while supporting her family.

Amanda holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education and a Master of Arts in Inclusive Education from Seton Hill University and has over 10 years of experience in secondary classroom teaching and over 3 years as an Executive Assistant. A proud Army spouse, Amanda resides in Pittsburgh, PA, with her husband, Brandon, their two sons, Jackson and Harrison, and their sheepadoodle, Waylon, and goldendoodle, Cash. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family, relaxing at the beach, traveling to new places, dessert, and all things Disney.

Heidi Wilson

Account Manager

Alexandria, Virginia

Heidi Wilson thrives on helping advisors create an online voice and streamline their marketing efforts. With her mother being a retired financial advisor and her brother-in-law currently a CFP® professional, she’s passionate about taking the marketing pressure off of advisors so they are able to focus on their clients. She loves when advisors tell her something we did for them helped; it can be as simple as taking something off their very busy plate or helping them land a new client with one of the articles we wrote. With broad-based consumer and B2B marketing experience, Heidi is constantly thinking outside the box and brings a fresh perspective to the Indigo team.

Heidi holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations from Florida State University and hails from Tampa, Florida. Her husband, Chris, is in the U.S. Army, and as they are constantly moving, they take every opportunity to explore the new areas where they’re living. Some of their favorite places they’ve called home include Hawaii and New Orleans. Heidi is thankful for the opportunity to work remotely with Indigo, which allows her to take her job with her, no matter where the Army moves her family next.

Watch this video to hear why Heidi loves working with Indigo.

Katie Cress

Digital Marketing Consultant, Sales & Client Strategist
Cincinnati, Ohio

It’s Katie Cress’s mission to help financial advisors reach their ideal prospects through custom digital marketing. On any given day, you can find Katie meeting with new financial advisors to learn more about their marketing goals, who they love working with, and why they’re passionate about helping others. Her favorite part of her job is meeting new advisors every day and continuing to learn how each firm and individual advisor is different, and using her marketing and small business background to help them craft a game plan that empowers them to grow their business and enhance their services. Often described by loved ones as a “helper” and “caretaker,” Katie is passionate about advocating for her advisors’ needs and supporting her coworkers to help them succeed.

Katie holds an MBA from Xavier University and a BA in Economics from Ohio University. A Midwest girl for life, she lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, with her husband, Brandon (who’s also a marketing guru), and their three kids, Charli, Lucy, and Teddy. She and her husband also own Clean Eatz Cafe, where they use their collective marketing prowess and love of food to create a welcoming space for employees and hungry customers alike. Katie is passionate about and for small business owners, being raised by her father who was an entrepreneur, being one herself with her husband, and working with them every day at Indigo. She loves the spirit, creativity, and drive of entrepreneurs. When Katie’s not working or helping run the family business, she enjoys working out with her husband at Orange Theory, loving on her three kids, and cooking delicious food.

Elizabeth Reider

Director of Marketing
Clearwater, Florida

As Director of Marketing at Indigo Marketing Agency, Elizabeth brings 13+ years of hands-on experience in financial services, including time working directly inside an independent advisory office. With a career once on track to become a financial advisor—paraplanning, trading, and supporting client relationships—she understands firsthand the pressures, passions, and demands advisors manage every day. She earned her degree in Information Technology from the University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business and holds a life, health, and variable annuity license, giving her a rare blend of tech, marketing, and product knowledge. In consulting with advisors, Elizabeth is consistently recognized for spotting growth opportunities that other agencies miss—thanks to her sharp eye for detail and proven strategies that drive real results.

Originally from Clearwater, Florida, Elizabeth loves to travel and has visited 12 countries, including extended trips to eSwatini, Africa, to assist with humanitarian programs. Learn more about why she loves working with financial advisors in this video. When she’s not helping advisors grow their businesses, she enjoys attending orchestral performances, visiting art museums with her son, and family nights in the backyard with their dog, Wrigley.

Sara Dressler

CEO

DuPont, Washington

As the Chief Executive Officer of Indigo Marketing Agency, Sara Dressler leads the team with a strategic vision and a passion for helping financial advisors grow their businesses through innovative marketing strategies. Now in her fifth year at Indigo, Sara oversees all aspects of the company’s operations, ensuring Indigo continues to deliver exceptional results for clients while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

With a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a minor in communications from Pacific Lutheran University, Sara combines her formal education with years of experience managing operations and optimizing systems to drive success. Prior to becoming CEO, she served as Indigo’s Director of Operations, where she played a pivotal role in streamlining processes and connecting teams across departments to achieve company goals.

Sara thrives on staying active, both in her professional life and at home. As a military spouse and mother to three energetic boys, she’s mastered the art of multitasking and enjoys spending time with her family. Whether working out, exploring the outdoors, or cheering on her kids during their games, Sara brings energy and enthusiasm to everything she does.

Kelli McLeod

Chief of Staff
Colorado Springs, Colorado

As Chief of Staff at Indigo, Kelli plays a key role in keeping the company running smoothly behind the scenes. She supports our CEO in driving strategic initiatives and oversees day-to-day operations across hiring, team development, client experience, and project execution. With a focus on organization, collaboration, and continuous improvement, Kelli helps ensure that both the team and clients have the support and structure they need to thrive.

Kelli has a bachelor’s degree in communications and public relations from Pacific Lutheran University.

Kelli lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with her husband, Ian, who is an officer in the U.S. Army, and their two sons, Zachary and Cameron. When she’s not working, you can find her on the sidelines cheering her sons on in their sports, enjoying a pilates class, immersed in a novel, or being an active member in her church community.

Hugo Fernandez CEO of Indigo Marketing

Hugo Fernandez

CEO
Whispering Pines, North Carolina

Leading the Indigo team with heart, Hugo Fernandez is passionate about helping our financial advisors attract a flood of their A+ clients with sustainable marketing campaigns. He enjoys running companies that are wildly successful and wearing a black t-shirt every day of his life. When his two favorite things come together, you have an average day at Indigo.

Hugo Fernandez is also CEO of Indigo’s partner company, Just Digital, and author of The Client Acquisition Blueprint. He has personally helped hundreds of entrepreneurs grow their business through his proven blueprint for creating an EPIC marketing strategy and online presence.

Hugo Fernandez CEO of Indigo Marketing

Hugo Fernandez

Chairman

Los Angeles, California

Hugo Fernandez acquired ownership of Indigo Marketing Agency from founder Claire Akin in 2022. Focusing on strategic growth initiatives for Indigo, Hugo is passionate about helping our financial advisors attract a flood of their A+ clients with sustainable marketing campaigns. He enjoys running companies that are wildly successful and wearing a black t-shirt every day of his life. When his two favorite things come together, you have an average day at Indigo.

Hugo Fernandez is CEO of Indigo’s partner company, Just Digital, and author of The Client Acquisition Blueprint. He has personally helped hundreds of entrepreneurs grow their businesses through his proven blueprint for creating an EPIC marketing strategy and online presence.

To get in touch with Hugo, connect with him on LinkedIn.