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Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm

Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm

Digital Marketing for Service Businesses
4.9

Dallas, Texas, United States

1-9

2019

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Lobster Ferret: Digital Marketing for Service Businesses — From Storefront to Service Area

We're the marketing team for businesses that meet customers face-to-face. Whether you run a restaurant, salon, coffee shop, or you're out there fixing plumbing, cutting lawns, or cleaning homes — we get how your business works and what you need to grow.

We don't vanish behind fancy reports or hand you half-finished projects. We roll up our sleeves, look at how customers find and choose you, spot what's broken, and fix it. Then we stick around to make it even better.

What We Handle

  • Websites — Built to turn browsers into buyers, with real tracking so you see what's working
  • Local SEO — Help people in your area find you when they're ready to buy
  • Digital Ads — Campaigns that bring actual customers through your door
  • Social Media — Build the kind of presence your community actually wants to follow
  • The Whole Picture — From someone's first Google search to becoming a regular customer

How We Do It

  1. Figure Out What's Wrong — We map how customers find you and spot the gaps
  2. Make a Plan — Something that fits your budget and actually makes sense for your market
  3. Do the Work — We build, launch, and manage everything while you focus on your business
  4. Show You Results — Clear reports that tell you exactly what's happening
  5. Keep Improving — We test, tweak, and adjust so things keep getting better

What Makes Us Different

We're not trying to be everything to everyone. We focus exclusively on businesses that serve customers in person because that's what we know inside and out. We understand seasonal fluctuations, local competition, and the unique challenges of building trust before someone walks through your door or invites you into their home.

You'll Love Working With Us If

  • You serve customers in person (either at your place or theirs)
  • You're ready to invest in marketing that you can actually measure
  • You want someone who handles both the thinking and the doing

Here's our approach: do good work, track what happens, make it better. You'll always know what's working and what isn't. No lengthy contracts, no marketing speak — just a team that genuinely wants to help you grow.

Budget per project
Starting from $2,500
Project duration
  • Starting from 3-6 months
Geographic focus
  • United States
Languages
  • English
Success stories

Challenge

A young nonprofit organization was seeking a way to increase its community engagement through social media. Facing the challenge of developing a sustainable and effective social media strategy, they were in need of a creative solution to help them achieve their goals and make a stronger impact.

Solution

Together, we crafted a custom-tailored social media strategy, including content tailored towards inciting community involvement and increasing visibility for the organization. We utilized cross-platform opportunities to drive engagement, as well as meaningful site traffic.

Result

As a result of our collaboration, the nonprofit saw an impressive increase in social media performance. This included a 41% increase in impressions, a 72% increase in engagement, and a 74% audience growth rate, all culminating in a 21% increase in engagement rate.

Challenge

Our client was struggling with low online visibility as their main keywords were buried in the mid-50s to 100s rankings, greatly impacting their website traffic and competitive position. In the ruthless digital arena, their top competitor enjoyed significant visibility.

Solution

We implemented an SEO overhaul to address this challenge. By refining keyword targeting, optimizing on-site SEO, and creating valuable local content, we developed a strategy to increase their online prominence. Our primary focus was to elevate their main keywords to the top 10 rankings and higher.

Result

Within just 3 months, all but one of the main keywords soared into the top 10 rankings, outshining their competitors, with half of them in the top 5. Our client now dominates the keyword rankings, and we have successfully reduced their #1 competitor's organic search visibility by over 12%.

Challenge

Our client, a reputable home services franchisor, faced a significant challenge as they struggled with a high cost per lead, hampering their growth ambitions. To continue their expansion, they urgently needed to find a way to reduce costs while accelerating their growth.

Solution

Our team developed and executed full-funnel digital campaigns across major digital platforms, including Google Ads and Meta Ads. These multi-channel efforts targeted the entire customer journey, allowing our client to efficiently reach their audience and streamline their marketing efforts.

Result

We achieved a remarkable 44% reduction in CPL, enabling our client to enjoy an unparalleled 192% 3-year growth. Consequently, they fueled their expansion and secured a coveted spot on the Inc. 5000 for 2022 and 2023 as one of the top 75 fastest-growing consumer service brands.

Our clients
Dallas, Texas, United States agency Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm helped Chorbie grow their business with SEO and digital marketing
Dallas, Texas, United States agency Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm helped Synthesizers.com grow their business with SEO and digital marketing
Dallas, Texas, United States agency Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm helped Executive Lawn Care grow their business with SEO and digital marketing
Dallas, Texas, United States agency Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm helped San Diego Squared grow their business with SEO and digital marketing
Dallas, Texas, United States agency Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm helped Scoop Soldiers grow their business with SEO and digital marketing
Our awards
Dallas, Texas, United States agency Lobster Ferret: A Digital Marketing Firm wins Google Partner award
Reviews

5

The average rating is based on reviews from both Google Maps and Semrush.
Amy Wallace Cowan
on
May 13, 2025

Lobster Ferret is a joy to work with! They're solution oriented and data driven, with easy to understand reports to help measure success. Highly recommend them for SEO management.

Jennifer Spencer
on
Sep 25, 2024

Lobster Ferret is a dream to work with. Their innovative approach brings simple ideas to life, all while keeping things clear and easy to understand. They're incredibly responsive, always quick to address any questions or concerns, and their creative intellect helped me bring Scoopy Doos' nostalgia to the brand. What truly sets them apart is their ability to explain complex marketing and data in a way that anyone can grasp. I was always informed and confident in the direction they saw to realize my project. I honestly can't wait to work with Koby and his team in the future! Two paws up!

Lisa Stapleton
on
Apr 11, 2024

Working with Koby was refreshing! He listened to my marketing questions and provided context with his responses. This helped me feel confident in his advisory. I highly recommend Lobster Ferret for those who want work with a marketing agency that feels personalized and attentive.

k noar
on
Oct 9, 2023

I couldn't be happier with the exceptional services provided by Koby Wheeler and his digital marketing firm, Lobster Ferret. From the moment I engaged with him and his team, I knew our organization, San Diego Squared, was in good hands. Not only is Koby incredibly knowledgeable in the field of digital marketing but also passionate about what he does. His dedication and creativity shine through in every project he undertakes. Customer service at Lobster Ferret is top-notch. The team takes the time to listen, understand our unique needs, and tailor their strategies accordingly. Their communication is prompt, professional, and always helpful. It's evident that they genuinely care about their clients' success. The quality of work delivered by Koby and his team is truly outstanding. They consistently exceed expectations and have helped us achieve remarkable results. Their innovative approach to digital marketing has helped our business grow, and we've seen a significant increase in our online presence. Overall, I cannot recommend Lobster Ferret enough. They are not just a digital marketing firm; they are a true partner in our success. If you want a team that combines expertise, outstanding customer service, unmatched quality, and a commitment to your success, look no further than Lobster Ferret! They have exceeded all our expectations, and I am excited to see where our partnership takes us in the future. Thank you, Koby and team, for your exceptional work!

H Puentes
on
Oct 10, 2023

I cannot speak highly enough about our experience with Lobster Ferret Digital Marketing Agency over the past year. They have been nothing short of amazing, consistently exceeding our expectations in every aspect of our digital marketing journey. If you're in search of a top-notch partner to elevate your brand presence, look no further. From the very beginning of our collaboration, Lobster Ferret exhibited a level of professionalism and expertise that immediately instilled confidence. Their approach to our digital marketing strategy has been nothing short of transformative. Our brand presence has skyrocketed since we've joined forces with them, and it's not just because of their technical prowess, but also because of their deep understanding of the human aspect of our work. One of the standout features of Lobster Ferret's service is the custom dashboard they developed for us. This dashboard has become an invaluable tool for tracking and measuring our progress. It's user-friendly, insightful, and provides us with real-time data that allows us to make informed decisions. Having such transparency and access to measurable improvements has been a game-changer for our business. What truly sets Lobster Ferret apart is their unwavering commitment to the human side of digital marketing. They don't just focus on numbers and metrics; they understand the importance of connecting with our audience on a personal level. This approach has not only boosted our online engagement but has also helped us forge deeper and more meaningful relationships with our customers. Their exceptional work has left such a positive impression that we have enthusiastically referred Lobster Ferret to two of our trusted partners. Recommending a company to a partner is a testament to the level of trust and confidence we have in their abilities. Lobster Ferret is the kind of agency that I would recommend without hesitation to anyone seeking digital marketing excellence.

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