Small Business
Website Design
That Delivers

Your business deserves to be found

SEO gets your site seen — but search engines are shifting to AI and answer engines. We combine beautiful branding with future-proof web strategy so your business is found, trusted, and chosen.

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01/ Elevate Your Brand

02/ Build an Online Presence

03/ Get Found on Google

A Beautiful Website Means
Nothing If No One Can Find It

600% Growth in Overall Keyword Rankings

At Beyond Design Co., every website is built with SEO as its foundation — and now with an eye toward how AI understands and surfaces content. The result? An average increase of 145 keywords per site — nearly 600% growth in search visibility — achieved with on-site strategy alone. No paid ads. No ongoing SEO subscriptions. Just thoughtful design and smart optimization to get small businesses found.

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Meet the Owner

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Brand Builder

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SEO Strategist

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Website Whisperer

Maryland-Based Marketer

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Kelly, the founder of Beyond Design Co., is dedicated to helping small businesses rank higher and grow online. With over a decade of marketing experience, including a corporate career with a Berkshire Hathaway company, she launched Beyond Design Co. in 2020. Since then, she has helped dozens of small businesses.

A 2022 Hundred Magazine honoree, Kelly is also a proud mom to two boys and recently relocated from Oklahoma to Maryland, where her family is enjoying life on the East Coast. She continues to serve clients nationwide with passion and expertise. Learn more about her journey and the story behind Beyond Design Co.

A woman at a desk talking to a woman sitting across from her in an office with a large window, bookshelf, and Apple computer.
Set of pink-tipped matches in striped box with vintage vibes text, next to colorful abstract art packaging labeled 'Millésime House'.
A greeting card with the words "THANK LOVE" embossed in gray letters and a small green leaf illustration on the lower left corner.
Multiple smartphones displaying the homepage of a photographer's website featuring a woman sitting on a leather couch holding a camera, with text overlay about Oklahoma City business and newborn photography.

Portfolio

Three different colored cards or pamphlets from Dovetail Studio, an interior design company, arranged on a light-colored surface, with a large dark green card behind a smaller dark gray card and a white card in the front.
A textured paper with an embossed logo featuring the name Dominique Throckmorton and a stylized monogram of the initials D and T in pink.
A business card for Bobby Gideon, owner and realtor, with contact details, social media info, and company logo on a neutral background.
Inside a cafe named 'The Succulent Shop' with a bar counter and decorative tropical leaves on the wall, and various bottles of alcohol and glasses on display.
Golden wax seal with the text 'Phideo Group' and 'HOME BUILDER' embossed on it.
Embossed logo with floral design and text reading 'empowering you eating disorder & trauma therapy' on textured paper.

Imagine having a website that
doesn’t just sit there —it works for you.

REAL LIFE RESULTS

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REAL LIFE RESULTS /

The Building Blocks of Online Success

Success doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built intentionally. This 3-step protocol is the foundation for every client project.

01 / Create Cohesive Branding

Cohesive branding ensures your business is visually recognizable, memorable, and communicates your values at every touchpoint. From your logo to your color palette, this is where your story begins.

02 / Design an SEO & AEO Optimized Website

Your website is the heart of your online presence. By pairing in-depth keyword research with modern SEO and structure designed for both users and AI search engines, we help your business climb rankings and attract your ideal customers.

03 / Add Marketing Measures

Once your brand and website are established, it’s time to amplify your presence. Social media, blogging, newsletters, and paid ads can take your digital marketing to the next level. These ongoing efforts keep your business top of mind and fuel continued growth.

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01 / Book Appointment

Schedule a call to discuss your goals, challenges, and vision. Together, we’ll uncover what your business needs to thrive online and identify the best solutions.

02 / Get Your Custom Strategy

You’ll receive a proposal with a customized plan and pricing. Once we’re aligned, we’ll begin creating your website and implementing your SEO & AEO strategy.

03 / Launch with Confidence

Your updated website goes live, setting the stage for growth, better visibility, and new opportunities.

Kind words from small businesseS

What Clients Are Saying

  • A smiling man and woman standing outdoors against a beige background. The man has a beard, is bald, and is wearing a light gray sweater. The woman has shoulder-length dark hair with bangs, and is wearing a black and beige checkered blazer with a white blouse. They appear happy and relaxed.

    "I choose Kelly because not only does she create beautiful designs, she also brings problem solving, attention to detail, and balances that with SEO, data driven research, and brand messaging that communicates clearly and leads to sales. I get comments on my website on my website regularly and have booked clients because of where we land within search engines specific to my location and industry."

    Megan & Cale Lopp | Green Couch Design

  • A smiling woman with blonde hair wearing a brown blazer and black top, sitting indoors with a neutral background.

    “Kelly is amazing! She does such a great job at creating authentic, personal content that is cohesive with the overall brand! She is extremely detail-oriented, and very responsive. I recommend her to everyone!”

    Heidi Cox | The Heidi Cox Team

  • A man in a blue suit smiling, sitting in a brown leather chair near a window with trees outside.

    "An amazing team to work with! If you own a small business, then you owe it to yourself to talk with Beyond Design Co.!"

    Bobby Gideon | Phido Group

Insights & Inspiration

The Blog

Beyond Design Co. Blog
Small Business SEO Tips
Small Business SEO Tips
2021 Small Business Marketing
2021 Small Business Marketing
Inaugural Blog Post
Inaugural Blog Post
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Our Promise To You

What makes us different

We don’t just build brands and websites for looks. We build them for performance. Here’s our commitment to you.

☑ Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees, retainers, or ongoing subscriptions.

☑ Beautiful & Functional Design: Every Squarespace website is custom-built to be stunning, user-friendly, and tailored to your needs.

☑ SEO & AEO That Works: Your site is intentionally designed to drive growth long after launch, with SEO prioritized from the start.

☑ Equipping You for Success: Full training is recorded and shared post-launch, so you can confidently maintain your site with ease.

Good Marketing Goes Beyond Design

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Good Marketing Goes Beyond Design /