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For over a decade, Igniting Business has established itself as a comprehensive resource for small businesses looking to succeed and grow to the next level. Our team works with small businesses all over the nation from our headquarters in Lee’s Summit, MO (Kansas City area). Our services include the full spectrum of web design, search engine optimization (SEO), and digital marketing.

Igniting Business’ team consists of SEO, web design, and digital marketing experts. Some of our certifications and partnerships include:

Igniting Business’ team consists of SEO, web design, and digital marketing experts. Some of our certifications and partnerships include:

  • Google Partner
  • Google Ads Certified
  • Shopify Partner
  • MailChimp Experts
  • Joomla Service Provider
  • YOOtheme Pro Experts

Additionally, our staff has been featured on news outlets including Fox Business, CNBC Universal, Intuit Small Business, Yahoo News, The Kansas City Star, and more.

For more web design, marketing, and SEO tools and tips from Igniting Business, check out our resources page.

To learn more about our company and our leadership, view our full company profile.

Is Your Google Account Setup Hurting Your Business's SEO?

  Google is well known for allowing users to access their multiple web based services all with one account. One account can access Gmail, YouTube, Google+, Google Drive, Google Photos, and more, but what some don't know, is that there is...

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Ben Seidel Appointed to Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

Our President of Igniting Business, Ben Seidel has recently been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce. Ben will begin his three year term in January 2016. Ben is excited to be contributing to the...

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Email Marketing Step 2: Tips on How to Get Your Emails Opened, Read, and Clicked

So you've learned about producing quality and relevant content, now it's time to go into more detail and learn how to get your emails not only opened, but read and even clicked. For many small businesses, email marketing (monthly newsletters, email...

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Are You Using Office Suites and Document Sharing to Increase Efficiency in the Workplace?

            Ever since Microsoft introduced the Microsoft Office suite in 1990, with Apple joining with their iWork suite in 2005, individuals and businesses alike have been using it to enhance their productivity. This includes word processing,...

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5 Must-Ask Questions for Setting Your SEO Goals

  SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, is an essential investment when seeking a return on your website. Simply having a website is not a guarantee to being successful attracting clients. If you're not attracting new leads or sales with your site,...

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The New MacBook and the Wave of "Ultrabooks"

As technology advances, devices get smaller and more capable than ever before. The idea of the "ultrabook" first appeared in 2008 with the MacBook Air, and it sparked a wave of new devices, aiming to be extremely portable and convenient for...

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Email Marketing Step 1: Producing Quality and Relevant Content

Whether you've been using email marketing as an outlet for a while or you're just starting out, we all need a little inspiration for new content. Even if you know exactly what topics you want to talk about, the most challenging...

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How to Upgrade to Windows 10

It's finally here! Windows 10 is available to all users wishing to upgrade from Windows 7 or Windows 8. Microsoft has addressed many of the problems that people had with 8, while adding plenty of new features with this release. If...

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Deciding on a Device: Tablet vs. Laptop vs. Desktop

When looking to purchase a new device, common questions include "What kind? What will work best for our employees? What's the difference?" These are all valid questions, and very important when deciding on a computer, especially in the business setting. Tablet...

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Evaluating Social Media - What's Best for your Small Business?

This article was originally seen in the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce's business magazine called Catalyst.  You can see the original article in their magazine at https://issuu.com/lschamber/docs/julycatalystweb/38?e=0 The number of social media platforms are increasing nearly every day. Usage of these platforms is...

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Infographic Explaining How and When to Use Different Image File Types

Below is an infographic explaining the 4 main types of image file types, when to use them, when not to use them, their best features, and a little background information about each. JPEG, PNG, PDF and Ai are some of the...

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Igniting Business is One Step Closer to Receiving a $100,000 Grant

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 6, 2015 Media Contact: Ben Seidel, President and Founder After applying for a grant through Chase Mission Main Street Grants, Igniting Business quickly exceeded the number of votes needed to advance and has made it to the final...

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Why Your Business Needs an Extraordinary Logo

One of the first steps in starting a business is designing a logo that is essentially the face of the company. Logos are a way for people to recognize and identify with the company's brand. The logo is what appears on...

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Windows 10 Release Details and How to Reserve a Free Upgrade

Release Date and Strategy Windows 10 will officially release on July 29 and will be available for free upgrade of all Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 users. This free option is available for one year, followed by Windows 10 Home costing...

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The Importance of Good Product Photography

Did you know that the majority of us learn best with the use of pictures, color association and observation? The importance of great product photography may make or break your website demand and especially your ecommerce sales. The more appealing and...

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USB Type-C: Rethinking USB

  You may have heard about the new USB connector and cable called USB-C. It will eventually become an industry standard and replace the current USB 3 ports we are very familiar with. Some laptops, such as the 2015 Macbook and...

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6 Commonly Asked Questions About SEO Companies

  What is Search Engine Optimization and how does it work? Before we jump into various questions about evaluating SEO companies, we should first define Search Engine Optimization. Our team made a white board video explaining the three primary components of...

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How to Set Realistic Marketing Goals

Regardless of what type of business you own/run, setting realistic marketing goals is a challenge for anyone. It sounds like a simple task, but ends up feeling demanding and impractical. There are a few aspects people struggle with, like setting challenging...

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Google Changes the Recipe - Is My Site Responsive?

Google announced earlier this year that their search engine algorithm will start rewarding websites that are "mobile-friendly." As the terms entails, this means that sites with responsive designs will gain an advantage in site rankings. This is Google's way of pushing...

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How to Upgrade Microsoft Lync to Skype for Business

Last Updated on January 17, 2022 Note that Microsoft has released a product called Microsoft Teams that is intended to replace both Microsoft Lync and Skype for Business. While Skype for Business can still be downloaded currently, users are strongly encouraged...

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Have You Heard About The Free Windows 10 Upgrade?

  There has been some talk going around about the new Windows 10 operating system. Rumored to be released as soon as this summer, the new Windows boasts features such as the personal assistant Cortana and a new browser called Spartan....

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