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Mike Blumenthal

Mike Blumenthal

Mike has offered web services since 1995 and has focused on Local Search since Google Maps was released in 2004. He co-founded LocalU in 2009 (acq. by SterlingSky) GatherUp in 2012 (acq. by Traject).
Olean, NY
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mblumenthal/
Analysis
Data: As States Reopen, Local Businesses Grapple with Mask Dilemma

Data: As States Reopen, Local Businesses Grapple with Mask Dilemma

* The majority of consumers clearly support strict masking enforcement and prefer businesses that do this. Women and older consumers are most supportive. * A meaningful anti-mask minority creates a dilemma

  • Mike Blumenthal
Mike Blumenthal Mar 23 2021
Analysis
Deconstructing Google’s Local Guides and Photo Updates Post

Deconstructing Google’s Local Guides and Photo Updates Post

Like all Google releases it generated massive press. We cast our penetrating 'Kreminologist’s' eye on its many details.

  • Mike Blumenthal
Mike Blumenthal Mar 14 2021
Analysis
Google Surfaces Small Business E-Commerce Sites in Local Results

Google Surfaces Small Business E-Commerce Sites in Local Results

A new "online stores" card started appearing in some mobile search results, offering a mix of SMB e-commerce and national brands that sell locally.

  • Mike Blumenthal
Mike Blumenthal Feb 11 2021
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