Small Budget, Big Growth: Digital Marketing Using AI, SEO & Ads

• Workshop Room 2

Turn a small budget into big growth with a smart, scalable digital marketing strategy that leverages AI, SEO, and paid ads to help small and medium businesses maximize their marketing spend across organic search, AI-powered search, and paid ads.

Presented by:

Charis Gullage, speaker at The Small Business Expo
Charis Gullage from Verbsz Marketing Headshot Photo at Small Business Expo

Charis Gullage Verbsz Marketing

Charis is a strategic Business Development Manager at Verbsz Marketing, where she drives revenue growth by building high-value partnerships and delivering data-driven marketing solutions. She specializes in identifying new opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and aligning strategy with measurable business outcomes. Her consultative approach and ability to translate insights into action consistently position organizations for sustainable growth. With a strong background in healthcare and education, Charis previously led business development initiatives at Clearway Pain Solutions and Theoria Medical, expanding referral networks and guiding territory growth in competitive marke
Charis is a strategic Business Development Manager at Verbsz Marketing, where she drives revenue growth by building high-value partnerships and delivering data-driven marketing solutions. She specializes in identifying new opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and aligning strategy with measurable business outcomes. Her consultative approach and ability to translate insights into action consistently position organizations for sustainable growth. With a strong background in healthcare and education, Charis previously led business development initiatives at Clearway Pain Solutions and Theoria Medical, expanding referral networks and guiding territory growth in competitive markets. She also partnered with school leaders and districts through Relay Graduate School of Education, broadening program engagement and institutional partnerships. Across industries, she is recognized for her relationship-driven mindset, strategic execution, and commitment to delivering meaningful results. -
Sreekanth Saseendran from Verbsz Marketing Headshot Photo at Small Business Expo

Sreekanth Saseendran Verbsz Marketing

As CEO of Verbsz Marketing, Sreekanth leads the agency’s strategic direction and oversees all client relationships. With extensive experience in digital transformation and brand growth, he has played a key role in elevating Verbsz into a globally recognized marketing partner supporting diverse industries across multiple regions.

He brings strong expertise in technology-enabled marketing, business intelligence, and client-focused execution. His leadership ensures every initiative is aligned with each client’s goals, market position, and measurable performance outcomes.

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As CEO of Verbsz Marketing, Sreekanth leads the agency’s strategic direction and oversees all client relationships. With extensive experience in digital transformation and brand growth, he has played a key role in elevating Verbsz into a globally recognized marketing partner supporting diverse industries across multiple regions.

He brings strong expertise in technology-enabled marketing, business intelligence, and client-focused execution. His leadership ensures every initiative is aligned with each client’s goals, market position, and measurable performance outcomes.

With over a decade of experience in digital strategy, SEO, PPC, and luxury brand positioning, Sreekanth specializes in driving long-term growth through high-level business development and market expansion. He is known for shaping digital ecosystems that strengthen brand visibility and competitiveness.

Through data-driven planning and performance optimization, he has helped numerous brands improve their reach, engagement, and conversion outcomes. His strategic approach empowers businesses to scale confidently, adapt to evolving markets, and achieve sustained industry leadership.