Locafy Leadership

Jason Jackson

Chief Operating Officer, Locafy Limited

Jason Jackson is an American technology executive and digital marketing strategist serving as Chief Operating Officer of Locafy Limited (Nasdaq: LCFY), a global SaaS company specializing in local search visibility and Answer Engine Optimization. He founded Growth Pro Agency, a digital marketing firm that built and deployed lead-generation systems for home-service businesses across roofing, plumbing, HVAC, and adjacent trades. Locafy acquired Growth Pro Agency and Jason transitioned into the COO role, where he leads the integration of automation, AI search, and location-based technologies into the Locafy platform.

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100 articles on local search, AEO, and AI visibility

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AEO

What Is Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)? The Complete Guide

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AEO

AEO vs SEO: What's the Difference and Why It Matters

AEO

How to Optimize Your Business for AI Search Engines

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AEO

AEO Strategy for Local Businesses: Step-by-Step Playbook

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AEO

AEO for Service Area Businesses: The Complete Guide

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AEO

What Is AEO Marketing? How AI Is Changing Local Search

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AEO

The Ultimate AEO Checklist: 30 Steps to AI Visibility

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AEO

Best AEO Tools to Monitor and Improve AI Search Visibility

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AEO

Answer Engine Optimization Examples: Before & After Results

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AEO

The Future of AEO: What Local Businesses Need to Know in 2026

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Dentists: The Complete Guide to Dominating Your Area

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Lawyers: How to Get More Clients from Google

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Restaurants: Fill More Tables with Google

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Plumbers: Rank Higher, Get More Calls

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Contractors: Dominate Your Service Area

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for HVAC Companies: Generate Leads Year-Round

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Electricians: Get Found by More Customers

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Real Estate Agents: Win Listings in Your Market

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Chiropractors: Attract More Patients Locally

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Auto Repair Shops: Drive More Bay Traffic

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Veterinarians: Be the First Vet Pet Owners Find

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Roofing Companies: From Invisible to Booked Solid

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Cleaning Companies: Get More Recurring Clients

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Landscapers: Grow Your Client Base with Google

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Home Services: The Complete Industry Guide

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Industry Guides

Local SEO for Medical Practices: HIPAA-Compliant Optimization

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GEO

Generative Engine Optimization (GEO): The Definitive Guide

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GEO

GEO vs SEO: Understanding the Shift to Generative Search

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GEO

Generative Engine Optimization Services: What to Look For

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GEO

Best Generative Engine Optimization Tools for 2026

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GEO

What Is Generative Engine Optimization? A Plain-English Explainer

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GEO

GEO for Local Businesses: Get Cited by ChatGPT and Gemini

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GEO

How to Write Content That AI Systems Want to Cite

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GEO

GEO + SEO: How to Build a Dual-Optimization Strategy

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AI Search

Google AI Overviews: What They Are and How to Appear in Them

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AI Search

How to Get Your Business Featured in AI Overviews

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AI Search

How AI Overviews Are Changing Local SEO Forever

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AI Search

How to Get Your Business Recommended by ChatGPT

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AI Search

How to Get Cited by Perplexity AI: A Guide for Local Businesses

AI Search

How to Get Your Business Recommended by Google Gemini

AI Search

AI Search Visibility: What It Is and How to Measure It

AI Search

AI Brand Visibility: How to Track Your Brand Across AI Engines

AI Search

AI Search vs Traditional Search: What Local Businesses Must Know

Google Business Profile

Google Business Profile Optimization: The Complete 2026 Guide

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Google Business Profile

Google Business Profile Optimization Checklist (30 Steps)

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Google Business Profile

How to Choose the Right Google Business Profile Categories

Google Business Profile

Google Business Profile Posts: Best Practices and Examples

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Google Business Profile

GBP Attributes: The Complete Guide to Every Attribute Type

Google Business Profile

How to Optimize Google Business Profile Photos for More Clicks

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Google Business Profile

How to Use Google Business Profile Q&A to Win More Customers

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Google Business Profile

How to Set Up GBP Services and Products for Maximum Visibility

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Google Business Profile

Understanding Google Business Profile Insights and Analytics

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Google Business Profile

Google Business Profile Suspended? How to Get Reinstated Fast

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Google Business Profile

How to Verify Your Google Business Profile: Every Method Explained

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Enterprise & Agency

Multi-Location SEO: How to Rank Every Location in the Map Pack

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Enterprise & Agency

Franchise SEO: The Complete Guide for Franchise Owners

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Enterprise & Agency

Franchise SEO Services: What to Look For in a Provider

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Enterprise & Agency

Service Area Business SEO: How to Rank Without a Storefront

Enterprise & Agency

Managing Google Business Profiles for Multiple Locations

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Enterprise & Agency

White-Label Local SEO: A Guide for Agencies and Resellers

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Enterprise & Agency

Local SEO for Agencies: How to Scale Client Results

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Enterprise & Agency

Topical Authority for Local SEO: Build Trust Signals That Scale

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Enterprise & Agency

Entity SEO for Local Businesses: How Google Connects the Dots

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Enterprise & Agency

Local SEO Reporting: What to Track and How to Show ROI

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Enterprise & Agency

Local SEO Pricing: How Much Does Local SEO Cost in 2026?

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Enterprise & Agency

How to Build a Local SEO Case Study That Wins Clients

Map Pack

How to Rank in the Google Map Pack: The Definitive Guide

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Map Pack

Google Maps SEO: How to Rank #1 in Local Map Results

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Map Pack

Map Pack Ranking Factors: What Actually Moves the Needle

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Map Pack

"Near Me" SEO: How to Rank for Local Intent Searches

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Map Pack

15 Proven Tips to Improve Your Google Maps Ranking

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Map Pack

Local 3-Pack vs Organic Results: Where Should You Focus?

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Map Pack

Why Your Business Isn't Showing Up on Google Maps (And How to Fix It)

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Citations & Trust

Local Citations for SEO: The Complete Guide

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Citations & Trust

Citation Building Services: What They Do and Why You Need Them

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Citations & Trust

NAP Consistency: Why It Matters and How to Audit Yours

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Citations & Trust

The 60+ Best Business Directories for Local SEO in 2026

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Citations & Trust

Structured Data for Local SEO: Schema Markup That Ranks

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Citations & Trust

Local Business Schema Markup: Complete Implementation Guide

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Citations & Trust

Trust Signals in Local SEO: What Google Actually Looks For

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Citations & Trust

Business Listings Management: Automate Your Online Presence

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Reviews & Reputation

Review Management: The Complete Guide for Local Businesses

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Reviews & Reputation

How to Get More Google Reviews: 12 Proven Strategies

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Reviews & Reputation

Do Google Reviews Help SEO? The Data-Backed Answer

Reviews & Reputation

Online Reputation Management for Local Businesses

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Reviews & Reputation

How to Respond to Negative Google Reviews (With Templates)

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Reviews & Reputation

Review Generation Strategies That Actually Work in 2026

Reviews & Reputation

How to Create a Google Reviews Link for Your Business

Local SEO

Local SEO: The Complete Guide for 2026

Local SEO

Local SEO Checklist: 25 Steps to Higher Rankings

Local SEO

Local SEO Ranking Factors: What Matters Most in 2026

Local SEO

How to Do a Local SEO Audit (Free Template Included)

Local SEO

20 Local SEO Tips to Dominate Your Market

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Local SEO

Local SEO vs National SEO: Differences, Strategy, and When to Use Each

Local SEO

What Do Local SEO Services Include? A Buyer's Guide

Local SEO

How Long Does Local SEO Take? Realistic Timelines and Expectations

Local SEO

Local SEO ROI: How to Calculate and Maximize Your Return

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Local SEO

Local SEO for Small Business: The No-Nonsense Starter Guide

Local SEO

Local SEO for Multiple Locations: How to Scale Without Losing Quality

Local SEO

15 Local SEO Mistakes That Are Killing Your Rankings

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