Marketing that actually moves your business forward.

We combine real strategy with an AI intelligence model that learns your business, tracks your competitors, and finds the opportunities others miss. No autopilot. No guesswork. A human strategist leads every decision.

250+ AI tools built
6 data sources connected
16 years in Columbus

Everything your business needs to show up, stand out, and grow.

We handle the full picture so you can focus on running your business.

Search Engine Optimization

We get your business found on Google. Real keyword strategy, technical fixes, and content that earns rankings over time.

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Google Ads Management

Targeted campaigns that bring in the right customers. We manage your budget, write the ads, and optimize every dollar.

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Retargeting

Stay in front of people who already visited your site. Display ads across the web that bring them back when they're ready to buy.

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Web Design

Custom WordPress and Shopify sites that look great, load fast, and are built to convert visitors into customers.

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Your marketing gets smarter every week.

Most agencies run the same playbook for every client. We built a proprietary AI intelligence model that learns your business, watches your competitors, and surfaces real opportunities. Then Lucas reviews every recommendation and decides what happens next.

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Your Data, Connected

Google Analytics, Search Console, Google Ads, SEMRush, your CRM, your emails, even your meeting notes. Our model connects all of it into one intelligence profile for your business.

02

AI Finds the Signal

Every week, the model analyzes your rankings, traffic, ad performance, and market conditions. It flags what changed, what's working, and what needs attention.

03

A Human Leads

Lucas reviews every insight, makes the strategic calls, and communicates directly with you. No junior account managers. No generic dashboards. Real decisions from someone who knows your business.

Businesses across the Southeast trust us to grow.

From local service companies to regional brands, we help businesses that are ready to compete at the next level.

Home Services

Mrs. Clean Pittsburgh

SEO + Google Ads driving leads across the Pittsburgh metro area.

Financial

Kinetic Credit Union

Multi-channel campaigns for member acquisition and product launches.

Retail / E-Commerce

Striplings General Store

Full Shopify migration, SEO, Google Ads, and retargeting for a beloved Georgia brand.

Utilities

Jones-Onslow EMC

SEO, Google Ads, and retargeting with annual strategy reviews and ongoing optimization.

Legal

Phillips-Sellers Law

Local SEO strategy for a Columbus law firm competing in a crowded market.

Food & Agriculture

Ellis Bros. Pecans

Shopify SEO and seasonal campaigns for a family farm with national reach.

Strategy led by experience, powered by AI.

Lucas Shaffer built Stand And Stretch from the ground up in Columbus, Georgia. With over a decade of experience in digital marketing and a background teaching web design and game development at the university level, Lucas brings a rare combination of strategic thinking and technical depth.

He built the AI intelligence platform himself, not to replace human thinking, but to make every marketing decision smarter and faster. When you work with Stand And Stretch, you work directly with Lucas.

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Lucas Shaffer, Owner and AI Strategist at Stand And Stretch
250+ AI Tools Built
6 Data Sources Connected
12 Cloud Functions Live
1 Strategist. Always.

Straight answers. No jargon.

How is Stand And Stretch different from other agencies?

You work directly with Lucas, the owner and strategist. There are no junior account managers, no outsourced teams. We also built a proprietary AI intelligence model that learns your business and finds opportunities other agencies miss. Every decision is human-led and data-informed.

What does your AI intelligence model actually do?

It connects your Google Analytics, Search Console, Google Ads, and other data sources into one profile. Every week, it analyzes your rankings, traffic, ad performance, and even market conditions like weather events. Then Lucas reviews the insights and makes strategic decisions. Think of it as a research analyst that never sleeps.

How long before I see results?

Google Ads can show results within the first week. SEO is a longer game, typically 3 to 6 months for meaningful ranking improvements. We set realistic expectations upfront and send you regular updates so you always know where things stand.

Do you require long-term contracts?

No. We work on a month-to-month basis. We believe you should stay because the work is good, not because of a contract. That said, SEO is a long-term investment and we will be upfront about that.

What size businesses do you work with?

Most of our clients are small to mid-size businesses with 5 to 200 employees. We work with local service companies, regional brands, e-commerce stores, nonprofits, and credit unions. If you are serious about growing your online presence, we are a good fit.

What does it cost?

It depends on what you need. SEO starts at $500 per month, Google Ads management starts at $300 per month plus ad spend, and web design projects are quoted individually. Schedule a call and we will give you an honest assessment of what makes sense for your business and budget.

Ready to grow smarter?

Schedule a call with Lucas. No sales pitch, no pressure. Just an honest conversation about where your business is and where it could go.