OwnLocal

OwnLocal is a digital advertising startup based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2010. Originally named Seeing Interactive, the company rebranded to OwnLocal in 2011. It specializes in automated digital marketing solutions tailored for local media companies, enabling them to convert traditional advertising into effective online campaigns. The company offers a range of digital marketing automation tools, including AdForge, which transforms print advertising into digital formats through SEO and SEM, and Local Hero, a social media directory that captures conversations about businesses. OwnLocal partners with over 3,300 local media companies, assisting more than 129,000 small and medium-sized businesses in enhancing their digital advertising efforts. By leveraging automation, OwnLocal streamlines the advertising process, making it easier for local businesses to establish a strong online presence.