Whether you need more leads, better visibility or a website that actually converts, we combine strategy, marketing and technology to help businesses grow.
We can help assess your situation and recommend which marketing channels to follow, based on your business, and your goals
We are more than just an agency… We offer a direct senior-level partnership for a select number of ambitious businesses.
Six ways to grow, one senior partner. Pick what you need, or tell me about your business and I'll recommend the right mix, honestly.
A clear, commercially minded plan for where to spend your marketing budget and why. I look at your business like an owner would and focus on what will actually bring in leads and revenue.
Tailored to your goals

Websites built from a marketer's point of view, designed to turn visitors into enquiries, with SEO built in from day one.
Guide price: from £450











Bespoke SEO plus AEO and GEO, so you show up on Google and in AI search tools like ChatGPT. Business-first, not a generic checklist.
Guide price: from £350/month

Google and Microsoft Ads paired with conversion-focused landing pages, so every pound of ad spend works harder.
Guide price: management from £300/month

Organic and paid social run by a marketer, not just a content creator. Focused on enquiries and sales, not likes.
Guide price: from £250/month

Protect your name on Google and AI search. We push down negative results, remove what's unlawful and build a positive page 1.
Name Watch from £99/month

There's more than one way to market your business. Here's how working with me stacks up against the alternatives.
| Doing it yourself | Several freelancers | Typical agency | Verve Digital | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One joined-up plan across website, SEO, ads and social | ✗ | ✗ | Sometimes | ✓ |
| A direct line to a senior expert | Just you | Varies | Rarely | ✓ |
| 20+ years of marketing experience | ✗ | Varies | Sometimes | ✓ |
| Focused on leads and revenue, not vanity metrics | Hopefully | ✗ | Sometimes | ✓ |
| Websites built to convert, with SEO built in | ✗ | Sometimes | Sometimes | ✓ |
| Clear guide prices up front | ✓ | Sometimes | Rarely | ✓ |
| Plain-English reporting | ✗ | Rarely | Sometimes | ✓ |
| Frees up your time | ✗ | You manage them | ✓ | ✓ |
| What it really costs | Your evenings and weekends | Several suppliers and invoices | £££, often for junior staff | Priced for results, senior-led |
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Hannah MaddenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The google expert was the only agency I could find that specialised in building websites that not only look good but are built with marketing in mind. I researched numerous web developers who built amazing looking websites but none of them focus on SEO, rankings or building leads. For this reason I chose James and his team and the results I have achieved have proven it was the best decision I could have made. Great communication, fast turnaround and competitive pricing, I would highly recommend James services to any business owner. HannahPosted on Google![]()
Raychael WaltonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Thankyou so much for all your help in growing an established platform online. I have instantly noticed a growth in interest and interaction from customers in a short space of time! Highly recommendPosted on Google![]()
Brad IrvingTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
James is genuinely one of the best people I know when it comes to digital marketing. He knows how to get results and isn’t about shortcuts or empty promises. He takes the time to understand your goals and builds a strategy that actually makes sense. If you want someone who knows digital marketing inside out, James is a safe bet.Posted on Google![]()
Christine FisherTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
James took over my website approx 6 months ago, I am very pleased with the improvements he has made bringing in more traffic and conversationsPosted on Google![]()
Jayne LeeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I highly recommend The Digital Marketing Guru for anyone looking to boost their website traffic. Since working with them, I've seen a significant increase in enquiries and overall visibility online. They are professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to delivering results.Posted on Google![]()
Juliet MurrayTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Working with The Digital Marketing Guru has to merit a 5 start rating, the type Of business I have although well established requires a constant stream of new clients in a saturated market, so even though I had a good website no body was looking at it! I engaged the services of James and within a few months my website rankings were elevated and also generated more relevant clients Providing great communication and understanding of my business plus affordable pricing I can’t recommend enough Thank you JulietPosted on Google![]()
Amy RamsdenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My website enquires have more than doubled in the last 12 months since James has been in charge of my SEO. Very knowledgeable with realistic prices, highly recommend.
From high-profile medical professionals and financial organisations to local businesses, national suppliers, and SaaS, our focus is always the same: close relationships and measurable growth.

A multi-page site built to turn marketing traffic into enquiries
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Around 300 patient enquiries a year, plus BBC One Show coverage
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SEO, social and AI visibility for a leading cosmetic surgeon
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Fully booked and turning away work thanks to SEO
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5 new customers a week in month one
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Local SEO, AI search and social bringing in enquiries
View case study →Growing and Protecting the Online Presence & Reputation of a High-Profile Cosmetic Surgeon
Unlike many agencies that focus on client volume, we prefer to build long-term partnerships with a select number of businesses, and growing together. This allows us to better understand your goals and deliver more meaningful results.
We become an extension of your business, combining strategic thinking, technical expertise and over 20 years of marketing experience to help you grow online.
Years Experience working closely with businesses
In Client Revenues Generated
Profitable Businesses Supported
Client Retention
We form a close relationship with you at Director level, no junior account managers, experienced marketers and business owners at your hands.
As Marketers and Entrepreneurs, we look at your business from both a customer and a growth point of view, designed to help you generate genuine leads.
From local businesses to national organisations, we've spent over 20 years helping businesses improve their visibility, generate leads and grow online.
We intentionally work with only a select number of businesses, allowing us to build stronger relationships and dedicate concentrated time, energy and expertise every client deserves.
Understand your Business
Build a Growth Plan
Deliver the Strategy
Review and scale what works
Every business is different. That’s why we start by understanding your goals, customers and opportunities before recommending the right marketing strategy. Our process is designed to remove guesswork, focus your budget and deliver measurable growth.

We believe the best marketing relationships are built on trust, transparency and results. That’s why many of our clients continue to work with us year after year.
We'd worked with a couple of marketing agencies before but always felt like just another number. With Verve, it feels like having an experienced marketing partner on hand whenever we need one. The communication is excellent, the advice is honest and the results speak for themselves.

When you choose Verve Digital, you get me, James, from the first call to the results. I've spent over 20 years helping ambitious businesses win more customers online, and I've run my own businesses too.
So I look at your marketing the way an owner would: what will bring in enquiries, what will grow revenue and what isn't worth your money. I keep my client list deliberately small, so you get senior attention, honest advice and someone who genuinely cares about your results.





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