Hi, I'm Dan Taylor
An award-winning SEO consultant and digital marketing strategist based in the UK.
I've been named in Search Engine Journal's Top SEOs (2018, 2019, 2020), recognized by OnCrawl as one of the Top 20 Technical SEOs to follow in 2017, and won the 2018 TechSEO Boost Research & Innovation Competition for my work on edge SEO.
From Fishmonger to SEO Strategist
My journey started far from the digital world—on Grimsby docks and fish markets, where I worked to support my college and university studies. At 14, I built my first website for my dad’s entertainment business.
That spark turned into a passion, and by 17, I was building websites for football teams and providing live matchday updates for Grimsby Town FC’s site. These early projects set the foundation for my digital marketing and SEO career.
Before moving to “agency-side” in 2014, I worked in-house for businesses in industrial screen print inks, eldercare, and online automotive parts sales.
A Career Spanning Industries and Borders
After earning a degree in Business & Marketing, I worked in-house and agency-side with clients ranging from local businesses to global brands across countless industries. My expertise extends beyond SEO, with experience in email marketing, database management, and social media strategy.
As a recognized industry columnist and international speaker, I’ve shared insights at events like BrightonSEO, TechSEO Boost, DMO Advanced, International Search Summit, and Optimization 2020. I’ve also delivered workshops for the Department for International Trade and Google Digital Garage.
Accolades and Contributions
I’ve been privileged to work on groundbreaking projects and contribute to the SEO community through speaking, organizing events, and hosting webinars and podcasts. Some highlights include:
Accolade/Contribution |
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Winner, TechSEO Boost 2018 Research Competition |
BrightonSEO Main Stage Speaker (2019) |
Google Digital Garage Workshop Leader |
SEMrush Top 50 Author |
Organizer of virtual conferences and SEO meetups |