Our Story
In 2009, SMA Marketing began with a simple mission: help businesses grow their customer base and generate revenue. What started as Ryan Shelley’s part-time web design project quickly evolved into something more meaningful. Though he didn’t have all the answers at first, Ryan found joy in helping others succeed, and his commitment to learning and achieving results for his clients drove the company forward.
When Ryan decided to fully commit to this vision in 2015, he decided to specialize in SEO, investing countless hours learning from industry leaders. This dedication to mastery transformed SMA from a local service provider into a globally recognized leader in Semantic SEO, working with businesses in many different industries worldwide.
Who We Are Today
At SMA Marketing, we believe in the power of digital platforms to forge authentic human connections. Our team of specialists turn marketing challenges into growth opportunities. What makes us different isn’t just our expertise in SEO, digital advertising, and design—it’s our fundamental understanding that behind every search query is a person seeking answers, and behind every business is a team with aspirations.
Our approach combines technical excellence with human insight. We go beyond tracking metrics to determine what’s impacting your business goals and revenue and where we need to make adjustments. We’re committed to building partnerships rooted in transparency and shared success.


Meet Our Team
Behind every successful campaign is our collaborative team of specialists.
We’re not just experts in our craft—we’re partners invested in your success.

Ryan Shelley
CEO & Founder (since 2009)

Amanda Fallace
COO (joined 2018)

Rhonda Bavaro
HR Director (joined 2016)

Jared Stanton
PPC Director (joined 2017)

Beth Walker
Content Director (joined 2016)

Jerom Lagang
SEO Manager
(joined 2018)

Haley Zimmerman
Executive Assistant
(joined 2022)

Nicole Sudduth
Bookkeeper (joined 2016)



