C.R. McMillen
Co-Founder & CEO / SEO & SEM Specialist
C.R. McMillen, known as C.R., is a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing strategist with over 15 years of experience in empowering small businesses. As the Co-Founder and CEO of HyperLocal Solutions, C.R. brings expertise in search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM), ensuring our clients achieve maximum online visibility and engagement.
Expertise and Experience
C.R. is not just the driving force behind HyperLocal Solutions; he also owns several successful businesses. He founded Virtual Focused Marketing LLC, operating under the brand TeamVFM, in 2009. This company specializes in comprehensive marketing strategies, including website design, asset reputation marketing, SEO, SEM, social media optimization (SMO), and lead generation. Additionally, C.R. owns AzonBay Group LLC, and Thrive N Local, a community resource and SMB directory listing site and Web Content Accessibilities Solutions Group LLC.
With a background in business development mentoring and small business coaching, C.R. is an Associate Certified Small Business Coach (ACSBC). His extensive experience spans various areas, including B2B, B2C, network, and internet marketing. C.R. is also certified in accessibility core competency (CAPPC) through the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP).
Commitment to Client Success
C.R. is deeply committed to the success of his clients. His philosophy centers on providing empowerment, inspiration, and measurable results for small businesses. By offering performance-based marketing strategies, C.R. ensures that his clients achieve growth and profitability. He believes in turning marketing dollars into investments and creating strategic programs that drive sales and build long-term value.
C.R.’s educational background includes an MBA in Sales and Marketing from Kaplan and an Accredited Small Business Associate Coaching Certification from California State University-Long Beach. This solid foundation in business and marketing, combined with his hands-on experience, makes him an invaluable asset to HyperLocal Solutions.
Under C.R.’s leadership, HyperLocal Solutions is dedicated to helping small businesses unlock their full potential. His vision, expertise, and commitment to client success drive the company’s mission to provide exceptional hyper-local marketing services.