SEO Strategist & Head of Digital Marketing

Alexey Taranov Advanced SEO Expert

With over 18 years of experience in SEO and digital marketing, I specialize in developing data-driven search strategies enhanced by technical expertise to achieve exceptional organic growth for businesses of all sizes.

EB-1A Extraordinary Ability

Recognized by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services with the prestigious EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Visa specifically for my exceptional expertise in Search Engine Optimization.

This rare distinction is reserved for individuals who have risen to the very top of their field and demonstrated extraordinary ability through sustained national or international acclaim.

Alexey Taranov - SEO Expert
SEO Expert
EB-1A Extraordinary Ability

18+

Years SEO Experience

400+

SEO Campaigns

90+

Clients & Brands

40x

Traffic Growth

Professional Experience & Case Studies

Delivering measurable SEO results across industries and markets.

SEO Strategist & Head of Digital Marketing

ADMIVI - SEO Marketing Agency

Oct 2023 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Houston, Texas, United States

SEO Audits Search Engine Optimization On-Page SEO Digital Strategy Technical Audits
  • Leading SEO strategies for diverse clients with a focus on sustainable organic traffic growth and improved SERP positioning.
  • Conducting comprehensive technical audits and implementing data-driven optimization solutions.

Women's Fashion E-commerce Brand

Implemented a comprehensive SEO strategy for a women's fashion e-commerce client facing declining organic visibility. The approach included technical optimizations, category restructuring, and product page enhancements.

337%
increase in non-branded traffic
207→905
monthly visitors in one year
↑ CR
improved conversion rates
Category Optimization Product Page Enhancement Technical SEO

SEO Expert & Founder

VI.WINE

Nov 2021 - Oct 2023 · 2 yrs

Marketplace SEO Wordpress Development Organic Search SEMrush
  • Built and optimized a wine marketplace platform from scratch, implementing technical SEO foundation and content strategy focused on wine enthusiasts.

VI.WINE Marketplace Launch & Growth

Launched a new wine marketplace in a competitive niche, implementing comprehensive technical SEO foundations and content strategy targeting wine enthusiast search behavior.

11x
daily organic traffic growth
573
daily visitors from Google
52→573
visitors growth in 12 months
Marketplace SEO Product Schema Technical SEO Content Strategy

General Manager & SEO Strategist

DIGITALMUST - Digital Agency

Jul 2019 - Oct 2023 · 4 yrs 4 mos

Leadership Team Leadership Analytical Skills Google Tag Manager
  • Established the overall strategic direction and vision for the digital agency across multiple service areas.
  • Successfully expanded the agency's client base by 50% and increased annual revenue by 35% through strategic initiatives.

MY BIG LOVE WINE Restaurant

Resolved visibility challenges through technical SEO fixes for duplicate pages and meta-tag optimization, creating targeted content for wine categories and region pages.

170+
keywords ranking in TOP-10 search results
65%
total site traffic from organic search
50%→70%
monthly revenue from search engines

WANDBSTORE (Plus Size Brand)

Implemented segmented social media targeting strategy with optimized audience management to prevent ad fatigue, carefully structuring ad sequencing with refreshed creative assets.

3x
online sales increase
20%
advertising costs to revenue ratio
↑ Growth
sustainable customer acquisition model

PLAYSENSE AGENCY

Executed comprehensive international marketing strategy targeting US and European markets, combining SEO, contextual advertising, and targeted social campaigns with industry-specific content development.

41%
increased organic traffic
7.4%
conversion rate
60%
subscriber growth

KIDZANIA Entertainment Center

Redesigned contextual campaigns for children's entertainment center that struggled with ineffective digital advertising, implementing audience segmentation, bid optimization, and expanded ad formats with time-based targeting.

2x
decrease in click cost
3x
increase in project profitability
3x
revenue from digital channels

Paid Media and SEO Director

AILOVE (Hakuhodo International)

Jan 2016 - Jul 2019 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Performance Marketing Marketing Budget Management Performance Metrics Advertising Client Relations

YVES ROCHER

Developed cross-channel advertising strategy for beauty brand facing high advertising costs with inadequate return, implementing optimized audience targeting and improved creative approaches across digital platforms.

+125%
organic traffic growth
+68%
conversion rate increase
2x
overall traffic increase
E-commerce SEO Content Marketing Audience Targeting ROI Optimization

SEO Director

AILOVE (Hakuhodo International)

Mar 2012 - Dec 2015 · 3 yrs 10 mos

E-commerce SEO Content Strategy Technical SEO Team Management

LEROY MERLIN

Executed comprehensive SEO strategy for Leroy Merlin's online presence in the competitive DIY market, targeting 8,000 search queries with custom content production workflow and technical optimizations.

40x
increase in organic traffic
#1
position in DIY segment rankings
2 years
timeframe for market dominance

PETELINKA

Developed and implemented end-to-end SEO transformation for Petelinka's online presence, creating content targeting the complete customer journey with technical foundation improvements.

196x
traffic growth
+268%
time on site
800+
recipe pages with Schema.org markup

ABBOTT Women's Health

Created specialized medical SEO strategy for ABBOTT's women's health resource with limited visibility, implementing authoritative content development and technical optimization for medical search queries.

20x
traffic increase
Top
positions for medical queries
Trusted
health information destination

Key Achievements

  • SEO Process Development
    Created a systematic approach to SEO content production with clear workflows and quality controls.
  • Team Leadership
    Led and mentored a team of 12 SEO specialists, content writers, and technical analysts.
  • Client Relationship Management
    Established strong working relationships with major international brands leading to expanded project scopes.
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Education & Certifications

Academic background and professional qualifications that support my expertise in digital marketing.

Education

Ural State Technical University

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science and Software Engineering

Specialized in software engineering with a focus on web technologies and database systems. Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills that provided a solid foundation for my career in digital marketing and search optimization.

Database Systems Web Development Algorithms Data Structures

Professional Certifications

Google Analytics Individual Qualification (GAIQ)

Google

Renewed annually, current through 2025

Comprehensive certification demonstrating proficiency in Google Analytics implementation, data collection, processing, configuration, and reporting.

SEMrush SEO Fundamentals & Technical SEO Certification

SEMrush Academy

Completed 2023

Advanced certification covering technical SEO implementation, site structure optimization, and search ranking strategies from a leading industry platform.

Advanced SEO Solutions

Leveraging technical expertise to deliver superior SEO results and innovative search marketing solutions.

Technical SEO Mastery

Comprehensive technical solutions to address complex indexation issues, site architecture challenges, and search engine crawlability.

  • Site Architecture Optimization
  • Advanced Schema Implementation
  • JavaScript SEO Solutions
  • Custom Crawling Scripts
  • Structured Data Enhancement

Custom SEO Analytics

Beyond standard reporting, I create custom analytics solutions that reveal deeper SEO insights and guide strategic decisions.

  • SEO Performance Dashboards
  • Python Data Analysis for SEO
  • R Statistical Analysis
  • Advanced Competitor Tracking
  • End-to-End Search Attribution

SEO-Driven Development

Creating websites and applications with SEO built into their foundation for superior search performance.

  • SEO-First Website Architecture
  • WordPress Optimization
  • PHP Development for SEO
  • SEO Plugin Development
  • Search-Optimized E-commerce

Advanced Content Strategy

Leveraging data-driven approaches to create content that dominates search results and engages users.

  • NLP-Enhanced Content Planning
  • SERP Feature Targeting
  • Content Gap Analysis
  • Semantic Content Optimization
  • User Intent Mapping

Local SEO Domination

Comprehensive local search strategies to dominate geographic-specific search results and attract targeted local traffic.

  • Google Business Profile Optimization
  • Local Citation Building & Auditing
  • Local Schema Implementation
  • Review Management Strategy
  • Local Link Building

Enterprise SEO Management

Scalable SEO solutions for large websites and organizations with complex search challenges.

  • Large-Scale SEO Audits
  • SEO Team Management
  • Cross-Departmental Integration
  • International SEO Strategy
  • SEO Process Automation

My Publications

Articles and research papers I've authored on SEO, digital marketing, and business strategy.

Young Scientist • November 28, 2022

Strategy for increasing sales through the use of SEO tools

An in-depth analysis of how strategic SEO implementation can directly impact sales performance and revenue growth.

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Advertising: Theory and Practice • 2022

Enhancing Search Marketing Effectiveness

Synergy of Contextual Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, and Reputation Management in modern digital strategies.

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Rg.ru • March 28, 2023

The most pressing issues in advertising promotion

Expert insights on navigating challenges in modern advertising landscape and strategies for effective promotion.

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Life.ru • February 15, 2023

5 professions in which the ChatGPT neural network can replace a person

Analysis of AI's impact on various professions and how professionals can adapt to changing technological landscape.

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66.ru • November 23, 2022

How to create the most effective SEO offer

Practical guide on creating compelling SEO proposals that win clients and set the stage for successful campaigns.

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Vc.ru • October 25, 2022

Digital PR guide

Comprehensive guide on leveraging digital PR strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation in the digital space.

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Media Features

Interviews and features about my work and expertise in digital marketing and SEO.

European Business Review • March 20, 2023

Interview with Expert Taranov

An in-depth interview exploring emerging SEO trends, challenges, and opportunities in the evolving digital ecosystem.

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Business Matters Magazine • April 20, 2023

Insights into Alexey Taranov's Professional Journey

Professional journey, accomplishments, and tips for effective digital marketing campaigns from years of industry experience.

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Konkurent • November 15, 2022

Alexey Taranov - from SEO expert to marketplace creator

Feature story on the professional evolution from SEO specialist to successful marketplace entrepreneur and digital innovator.

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Versiya.info • November 11, 2022

From Head of SEO Department to manager of a digital agency

Career journey profile highlighting the transition from SEO leadership to digital agency management and business development.

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Vecherny Grodno • November 22, 2022

Interview with Alexey Taranov, agency owner and startup founder

In-depth interview discussing the dual roles of managing a digital agency while launching an innovative wine marketplace startup.

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IGIS Blog • November 23, 2022

The Path from Head of SEO to Agency Owner

Profile featuring the professional evolution and entrepreneurial journey in digital marketing and search engine optimization.

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Planfix.com • December 14, 2021

A simple scheduler for complex tasks

Feature on implementing efficient project management methodologies for digital marketing teams and SEO campaign organization.

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International Business Times • November 10, 2022

Gems Hidden In The Winds Of Change

Featured among 8 promising Eastern European early-stage founders launching international products in 2022.

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Kommersant.ru • June 15, 2023

The focus of the advertising market will change

Expert analysis on shifting advertising market dynamics and how businesses can adapt to new marketing realities.

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Snob.ru • June 27, 2023

How the SEO market is built in Russia

Expert perspective on the structure and evolution of the SEO industry, including key trends and future developments.

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RBC Companies • July 6, 2023

Three questions about SEO in Russia

Interview on the current state of SEO, regional challenges, and effective strategies for search engine optimization.

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Get in Touch

Contact Information

me@ataranov.com
LinkedIn Profile

26700 Kuykendahl Rd, The Woodlands, TX 77375

Areas of Expertise

  • Strategic SEO Planning
  • Digital Marketing Leadership
  • Content Strategy Development
  • Technical SEO Implementation
  • E-commerce Optimization