Mike Hodgdon is a seasoned SEO expert with over 26 years of experience leading high-performing teams, building award-winning strategies, and delivering measurable results in highly competitive markets. As the founder of Elite SEO Consulting, he leads a team of Senior SEO Specialists who have ranked hundreds of websites — locally and nationally — at the top of Google. Known for his “Quickest Path to ROI” model, Mike focuses on implementing SEO tactics that deliver fast, consistent returns.

He’s held senior roles, including Director of SEO, Marketing Director, VP of Digital, and COO for a local Colorado Springs SEO Agency. His leadership has helped SEO teams win the U.S. Search Awards, the Landy Awards, and the Global Search Awards. Featured in Entrepreneur Magazine’s “Business in Motion” (2011), Mike predicted the rise of mobile-first SEO strategies well before it became standard. Backed by 22+ certifications from Google, SEMrush, Bing, HubSpot, and advanced training from Cornell University. Mike leads with a culture of trust, transparency, and results — making him a trusted partner to businesses ready to excel.