Small Business Marketing Services in the San Francisco Bay Area

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Small business Marketing Services

Digital Marketing Made Simple, So You Can Focus on What You Love

San Francisco Bay Area & Beyond

Hey there, I’m Carla Gerardu-Low. I’m a small business marketing consultant in the San Francisco Bay Area. I help small business owners and nonprofits simplify their marketing so they can show up with clarity and confidence.

Most of my clients feel unsure where to start or stretched too thin to keep up. I help you focus on what matters, build a clear strategy, and create marketing that actually supports your business.

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Over the years, I’ve worn many hats. My background spans digital marketing, communications, product development, sales, operations, and even accounting. I’ve worked with real estate teams, lenders, nonprofits, and small business owners in industries where trust, relationships, and results really matter.

That mix of creative and analytical thinking is at the heart of everything I do. I understand how to create marketing that not only looks good, but connects with the right people and supports long-term growth.

I’ve also had the privilege of teaching digital marketing to up-and-coming professionals, which keeps me grounded in what’s practical, relevant, and effective. Today, I work as a marketing consultant and strategic partner, helping clients build clear marketing plans that align with their goals, time, and budget, so they can move forward with confidence.

As your small business marketing strategist, I help you clarify your brand and build a marketing approach that is focused, consistent, and aligned with your goals.

Instead of trying to do everything, we prioritize what will make the biggest impact, so your marketing feels manageable and aligned.

My work is built around two core ways of supporting your business:

Start with strategy. Define your brand, clarify your message, and create a structured marketing plan so you know what to focus on and why.

Learn more about Brand & Marketing Strategy

Stay consistent and aligned with support to help you implement and maintain your marketing over time.

Learn more about Ongoing Marketing Partnership

Brand & Marketing Strategy
Starting at $4,000

Ongoing Marketing Partnership
Starting at $1,200/month

Pricing is tailored based on your business, goals, and level of support needed.

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I’d love to learn more about your business, what you’re working toward, and talk through the next steps.


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