WebRanking, a division of Locology L.L.C., is an Internet Marketing and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) company with offices in Portland, Oregon and Minneapolis, Minnesota. WebRanking was founded in the spring of 1998 with the vision of providing high quality internet marketing services founded in trust, integrity and solid business ethics.
![]() Portland, OR Office |
Minneapolis, MN Office |
Over the years, we have seen the internet transform in many ways, with search engines pioneers like Alta Vista, Excite, Infoseek & Northern Light laying the groundwork for the emergence of Google, today’s current heavy hitter. Things have certainly changed since 1998, as we see Paid Search, Blogs and Social Media Sites like Facebook, Digg and Twitter begin to establish themselves as viable and profitable online marketing options. As new Search Engine Marketing (SEM) opportunities become available, we are dedicated to embracing these changes and adapting our services to them, while still providing comprehensive and results oriented online marketing campaigns for our clients.
We understand the challenges and dreams of the Internet community and continue to look for new and innovative ways to address and fulfill the needs of our valued clients.
We look forward to helping you succeed!
Management Team
Tony Svoboda - CEO - 14 years of SEO industry experience.
Tony is the President and Founder of Locology L.L.C. and WebRanking.com. Since January 1998, Tony has been the driving force behind the vision and direction of WebRanking.com. Responsible for the development of the company's corporate strategy and overseeing its finances, Tony still finds time to take an active role in the day to day operations of the company, while continuing to look for new ways to offer clients world class services and programs at affordable prices.
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James Svoboda - Director of Search - 12 years of SEO experience.
James is the Director of Search for WebRanking.com and has been with the company since April 1999. James is responsible for designing custom search engine placement solutions, technology, research and maintenance, search engine analysis and overseeing all web designa nd development. He can be credited with developing the processes that are currently employed in both the Search Engine Optimization and Marketing programs. The success of these programs has made James an invaluable asset to the company.
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Chris Lister - Director of Sales & Marketing - 9 years of industry experience.
Chris is the Director of Sales & Marketing for WebRanking.com. Since March of 2002, Chris brings with him extensive experience in marketing, sales, and communications. He is responsible for new business acquisitions, project consultation, client services, marketing and advertising. Stressing client advocacy and customer service, he lends a fresh and innovative approach to the Sales & Marketing department.
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Paul Kragthorpe - Search Manager - 6 years of industry experience.
Paul is the Search Manager for WebRanking.com. Paul has done work with WebRanking.com / Locology LLC. since May 2005, but just recently got hired full-time as Search Manager in April 2011. Paul is responsible for project management, sending out reports to clients, keyword research, keyword analysis for content planning, onsite SEO, managing Google Analytics, researching negative keywords, search query analysis and managing social media outlets.
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Contact us today for more information on our search engine marketing packages. Call 877-550-4487 or request a Free Proposal & Website Analysis.


