Case Study

Glides Up

Driving 186K Clicks, 57.3% Branded Searches, and a 7.2% CTR in the CBD Market

Client Background

GLIDE is a global outdoor manufacturer committed to brand excellence and responsible corporate citizenship.

For over a decade, our creed: “Do the Right Thing”, has applied not just to how we interact with our customers but to a deep-seated resolve to conduct business in ways that are good for people and the planet and, ultimately, ensure that our products do no harm to the ecosystems they interact with. Our distinctive-looking SUP models are designed from the inside out with this in mind. Therefore, GLIDE will never be the flashiest/brightest brand in the water. Our boards will however be eco-friendly and best-in-class in every performance category.

The Challenge

Pain Point

Glides Up’s outdated website suffered from poor design and SEO issues, resulting in low user engagement and search visibility. This hindered their ability to attract and convert customers, prompting a website revamp and SEO overhaul to boost traffic, improve user experience, and drive sales.

Growth Strategy

To drive organic growth for Glides Up, I’ll revamp our website with SEO-focused
design, create engaging content on paddleboarding, and build quality backlinks. By monitoring performance and adjusting strategies, I’ll boost our search visibility, attract targeted traffic, and grow our customer base.

Problem Statement

Glides Up’s website is outdated and poorly optimized for SEO, resulting in low search visibility. This hampers their ability to attract and convert potential customers, affecting overall growth. A website redesign and SEO strategy are needed to improve design, enhance content, and boost organic traffic.

Strategy Plan

Goal & Objective

Glides Up aims to modernize their website to enhance user experience and optimize it for search engines. The goal is to increase search visibility, drive higher traffic, and improve conversion rates, ultimately boosting sales and expanding their customer base.

Growth Strategy

To drive organic growth for Glides Up, I’ll start by modernizing the website with a user-friendly design and optimizing it for SEO, including targeted keywords and improved on-page elements. I’ll create engaging blog posts and visual content related to paddleboarding, while building high-quality backlinks and optimization will enhance visibility.

USP Alignment

Durability, Performance and Lightweight. That’s it. What more is anyone really looking for in a SUP? We have a stand up paddle board for every skill level from beginner to advanced paddlers.

Tools We Used

Search Console

GA 4

Tag Manager

Semrush

SEO Solution

More Branded Searches

To enhance Glides Up’s SEO, I’ll begin with a complete website audit to identify and fix technical issues and optimize site structure. I’ll implement keyword research to target relevant terms and integrate them into meta tags, headings, and content. A content strategy will be developed to produce high-quality, keyword-rich blog posts and product descriptions that address user needs and interests. Additionally, I’ll focus on building high-quality backlinks through partnerships and guest posts. Regular performance monitoring and adjustments based on analytics will ensure ongoing improvements and effective SEO outcomes.