RETAIL MARKETING

You don’t need more likes — you need more sales. We build retail marketing engines that bring buyers to your door (and checkout page).

From boutique clothing stores to specialty shops and local retailers, we help small businesses stand out online and bring in consistent foot traffic and digital conversions. Stop relying on word of mouth alone — start attracting loyal shoppers with SEO, ads, and websites designed to convert.

WHO WE HELP IN SME RETAIL

We don’t use templates or guesswork. Every campaign we build — from Google Ads to product page design is backed by real data from real retail brands. We know what converts because we’ve done it for stores like yours. That means smarter spend, more foot traffic, and online checkouts that don’t get abandoned.

  • Clothing Boutiques
  • Home Decor Shops
  • Local Gift Stores
  • Skincare & Wellness Brands
  • Specialty Food Retailers
  • Shopify / Ecomm Retailers
  • Beauty & Salon Retail
  • Multi-Location Brick & Mortar
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TURN RETAIL BROWSERSINTO BUYERS

If they can’t find you online, they’re shopping somewhere else.
 
Your website and online store aren’t just storefronts — they’re your brand’s heartbeat. In retail, first impressions decide everything. If your digital presence doesn’t build trust fast, you lose the sale. We help small retail brands show up, stand out, and sell more — both online and in-store.
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WHY YOUR WEBSITE IS THE SILENT SALESPERSON YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO IGNORE

Your website isn’t just a storefront — it’s your most persuasive sales rep. It’s where browsers become buyers, trust is built, and brand loyalty begins. In a world where customers compare you to five other shops in a single scroll, your website either sells or sends them elsewhere.
68% OF SHOPPERS SAY THEY WON’T BUY FROM A BUSINESS WITH A POOR ONLINE EXPERIENCE.

WEBSITE DESIGN FOR SME RETAIL

YOUR ONLINE STORE ISN’T JUST YOUR BRAND — IT’S YOUR BEST SELLER.

Whether you run a boutique, bakery, or beauty brand, we build websites that don’t just look good — they sell. From product showcases to seamless checkouts, our retail sites are built to turn browsers into loyal customers.

LEAD PAGE

$79

/month + 100$ Set-up Fee (All with 1-year commitment)

  • Mobile-first design that loads fast and converts faster
  • 2 pages (Home + Contact) built for promos, launches, or essentials
  • Strong CTA sections that get results
  • Simple, stylish, and built to grow with you
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BASIC SITE

$169

/month + 100$ Set-up Fee (All with 1-year commitment)

  • 5–7 retail-ready pages (About, Shop, Contact, FAQs & more)
  • Custom design that reflects your vibe and voice
  • Local SEO foundation to help you get found
  • Built to showcase, sell, and scale
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SMALL ECOM / LARGE SITE

$279

/month + 100$ Set-up Fee
(All with 1-year commitment)

  • 12–15 pages for full product lines, team bios, blog, and more
  • Includes light eCommerce setup (Stripe, product listings, checkout ready)
  • Designed for growing brands ready to compete and convert
  • Future-proofed layout ready to scale with your retail empire
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SEO THAT BRINGS SHOPPERS TO YOUR DOOR (AND CART)

WE DON’T JUST CHASE RANKINGS — WE BRING REAL BUYERS TO YOUR RETAIL BRAND.

Whether you sell fashion, florals, or specialty goods, your customers are searching right now. We make sure you’re front and center when they’re ready to click “Buy.” This isn’t cookie-cutter SEO — it’s precision-built to drive in-store visits, online sales, and brand loyalty.

GOOGLE ACCELERATOR SEO

$329

/month + 200$ Set-up Fee (Cancel with 30 days notice)

  • Boosts your Google Business Profile to stand out locally
  • Drives foot traffic and online clicks from nearby shoppers
  • Optimized for “near me” retail searches that convert
  • Built for boutiques, salons, and shops ready to own their city
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NATIONAL DOMINATOR SEO

$495

/month + 200$ Set-up Fee
(Cancel with 30 days notice)

  • Expands your reach across cities, niches, or verticals
  • Blog content that ranks and sells your product story
  • Optimized pages that attract both Google and retail buyer
  • For brands scaling beyond local: multi-location or national
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GOOGLE ADS THAT TURN SCROLLERS INTO SHOPPERS

EVERY CLICK COSTS YOU. WE MAKE SURE IT BRINGS IN BUYERS — NOT JUST BROWSERS.

Your ideal customers are already searching for what you sell — fashion, flowers, lashes, or luxury. Our retail-focused ad strategies make sure your brand shows up at the exact moment they’re ready to buy.

GOOGLE ADS MANAGEMENT

$495

/month + 200$ Set-up Fee
(Cancel with 30 days notice)

  • Retail-ready ad copy designed to sell
  • Location and keyword targeting dialed in for your niche
  • Optimized for online purchases & in-store visits
  • Real-time adjustments to reduce wasted spend
  • Built for ROAS because every dollar should deliver
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OUR APPROACH

At Lightning Collective, we don’t do generic. Retail success isn’t one-size-fits-all — so why should your marketing be? Whether you’re running a fashion boutique, beauty studio, florist, or specialty store, we tailor every click, pixel, and keyword around what makes your business move product and grow loyal customers. From launch to promo season, we craft strategies based on real buyer behavior, not guesswork.

WHAT WE DO DIFFERENTLY:

  • Deep retail insights before launch
  • Sales-first strategies, not just views & likes
  • Promo + seasonal tuning on the fly
  • Messaging that speaks to your buyers

WHY INDUSTRY EXPERTISE MATTERS

Selling online is easy but selling well takes strategy. Anyone can launch a website, but not everyone understands how retail customers think, browse, and buy. When attention spans are short and competition is fierce, generic marketing falls flat. You need a partner who knows how to drive foot traffic, move inventory, and build brand loyalty — not just rack up views. We speak retail and we build to sell.
Built for Retailers
We Understand Buyer Psychology
Turn Browsers Into Buyers

We’re proud of the impact we’ve made for Canadian small businesses and we’re just getting started.

320

Projects Completed

150

Businesses Served

98%

Client Retention Rate

200%

Avg. Traffic Increase

What Clients Say About Us...

To help small business owners grow online without the overwhelm, confusion, or big agency price tags. We make digital marketing simple, effective, and actually profitable for real businesses.

Derchristian
Derchristian
Beautifully designed template that comes in many varieties. Very flexible and well documented!
Leeseit
Leeseit
Love it. Found it easy to get my site up and running. Great examples. Great design.
Rayrah
Rayrah
Fantastic design, incredibly well documented, and an absolute pleasure to use! The customer support is one of the absolute best I've ever had the pleasure of interacting with. Quick, courteous, and extremely helpful.
Derchristian
Derchristian
Beautifully designed template that comes in many varieties. Very flexible and well documented!
Leeseit
Leeseit
Love it. Found it easy to get my site up and running. Great examples. Great design.
Rayrah
Rayrah
Fantastic design, incredibly well documented, and an absolute pleasure to use! The customer support is one of the absolute best I've ever had the pleasure of interacting with. Quick, courteous, and extremely helpful.

Our Story

Real people. Real purpose.

Our journey began with a shared dream: combine our strengths in operations, marketing, and creative strategy to build something meaningful. Today, Lightning Collective empowers businesses nationwide with personalized, high-quality digital solutions made just for them.

  • Mission
Empowering small businesses to grow online through creative, tech-driven strategies that boost visibility, spark engagement, and drive real results.
  • Vision

A world where every small business owner can compete online with confidence—where great products and services succeed because they’re found by the right customers at the right time.

DON’T SEE YOUR INDUSTRY LISTED?

We’re always up for a challenge and love working with passionate businesses across all sectors. Let’s talk and see if we’re a fit.

 
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