consistent, data-driven seo wins for  businesses

Why basehit Marketing

Consistent, data driven SEO wins for local businesses that build real momentum over time.

The Why

To deliver consistent, data-driven SEO wins—base hits, not hype—so business owners can trust the process and stay focused on the big picture.

The How

I don't ask for blind trust. I earn it by making my efforts visible, backing my strategies with data, and proving progress without needing to be asked.

The WHat

At BaseHit Marketing, I offer consistent, data-driven SEO services built around long-term wins—not shortcuts.

Not every play is a home run,
but every hit counts.
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Stephen Vernon Cartoon Avatar | BaseHit Marketing

Hi, I'm stephen vernon

I'm the founder of BaseHit Marketing and your dedicated SEO partner. With a background as both a CMO and agency SEO lead, I understand the challenges businesses face with digital marketing.

My approach to SEO isn't about quick wins or smoke and mirrors. I focus on consistent, data-driven strategies that deliver reliable results month after month.

As a certified digital marketing professional with specialized SEO training, I bring both strategic thinking and technical expertise to every client project.

Based in Lychburg, VA - Serving clients nationwide
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Industry Experience & Certifications

Certified Digital Marketing Professional

American Marketing Association

Head of SEO at a marketing agency before launching BaseHit

Managed strategies for clients across multiple verticals

Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) - Digital Marketing

American Marketing Association

Deep experience in local SEO for home services and trades

Specialized expertise in competitive service industries

SEO Specialist (NP Digital)

100+ hours over 10 weeks, graded projects reviewed by NP Digital SEO experts

Former CMO of a local Roofing & Solar company

Led marketing strategy for a rapidly growing service business

Digital Marketing Specialist - Search

DMI + NP Digital

What clients are saying

Stephen brings a rare combination of deep SEO knowledge, practical execution, and thoughtful strategy. He doesn’t just talk theory - he rolls up his sleeves, builds the right systems, and consistently drives results. His ability to translate complex SEO challenges into clear, actionable solutions has made him an invaluable partner to our team and clients. Beyond the skills, Stephen is just the kind of person you want in your corner - sharp, reliable, humble, and a genuine pleasure to collaborate with. I’d recommend him without hesitation.

Marketing Professional
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Have you ever been impressed with someone 37 seconds after meeting them? No? Then you probably haven’t met Stephen. Stephen is one of those people that just carries themselves different (and it is so refreshing).

In the three years I got to work with him, the bar that he set for myself and the entire company only got higher. He consistently ranks for SEO, bringing in hundreds of leads each week, so much so that the sales team didn’t even need to find leads themselves!

Marketing Professional
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Stephen is consistent, dependable, and the kind of partner you want when it comes to growing your business. He does not get caught up in flashy promise making; he focuses on building strategy he knows will win nearly all of the time and then delivering on that.

He is also very easy to work with and always has others’ wellbeing at the forefront of his mind. I would work with Stephen 10 out of 10 times.

CEO/Agency Owner
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I'll be honest, SEO was something that I did not understand at all prior to working with Stephen. He does 3 things well:

1) He helps you understand why SEO matters in your marketing strategy.
2) He sets proper expectations. SEO takes time, and that's ok as long as the results do follow.
3) He shows progress month-to-month and delivers on expectations.

Work with Stephen. It's worth it.

Marketing Professional
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Stephen is the most self sufficient parter we've ever had. Identifies opportunities, understands our larger goals while executing within his vein, and maybe most of all is thoughtful, kind and responsive. Communicating with him leaves you informed and empowered to tackle next steps. Seamlessly aligns no matter the size or scope of support we've needed!

Very impressed with the audit - literally twice as thorough as any of what the other vendors presented.



Video Production Agency Owner
Video Production Agency

Stephen was hired to manage all of our SEO services, which include but it is not limited to, website implementation, blog services, copywriting, LSA optimization, GBP creation/optimization, and Google Map Pack (Local Pack) + strategy. Stephen has also played a role in implementing Google Ad strategy.

He is prompt, intuitive, and always striving to be ahead of the curve no matter what he is working on.

Marketing Director
Multi-Location Service Business
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what I offer

Search engine optimization services built for the long game.
  • The SEO Audit (let's look at stats)

    This is where it all starts - a one time SEO audit. This is the baseline. Recommendations come from this audit along with being able to prove seo improvements.

    "Stephen did a terrific job on the audit. We walked through it yesterday for over an hour. So impressed."
      • The SEO Audit includes

      • Getting access to your GSC (Google Search Console) account to see past 16 months of performance.

      • 3-4 comeptitors looked at to see keyword gaps

      • Technical SEO audit

      • GBP (Google Business Profile) audit for local businesses

      • Suggested next steps / improvements over a live (up to one hour video call) where you can get all your questions answered.

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    Case studies

    Real results - no hype. See the impact of consistent, data-driven SEO strategies with real clients—even when just beginning.
    Case Study
    June 5, 2025

    Are overlapping Google LSA service areas hurting performance?

    Read here
    Case Study
    May 16, 2025

    Blind AI SEO Optimization vs A Human Touch: Why Human Insight Drives Real SEO Wins

    Read here

    Get in touch

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