Carrie is an incredible person to work for. She has an impressive work ethic, communicates clearly, and draws out the strengths of her individual employees by recognizing where they are ready for more responsibility. Her support and training continues to help me grow and has built a stronger team for us all. Carrie has such a wealth of knowledge in digital marketing, team building, and how to foster long lasting client relationships. Under her guidance, I have grown as a writer and learned so much about the field of marketing. She truly cares about her employees and their happiness, and I think her investment in her team is what produces such outstanding results because people truly want to do their best for her.
Get Found by Customers Searching for Your Services
When people in Colorado Springs search for services like “electrician near me,” “Colorado Springs chiropractor,” or “best roofing company in Colorado Springs,” they usually choose one of the businesses that appear at the top of search results.
Local SEO helps your business show up in those searches.
At Sunrise Marketing, LLC, we take a hands-on, local-first approach to SEO—focused on helping Colorado Springs businesses get found where it matters most: Google, maps, and emerging AI search platforms. Instead of offering disconnected tactics, we build a cohesive strategy that connects your Google Business Profile, website, and online presence into one unified system designed to rank. Every optimization is grounded in real local search behavior, so you’re showing up for your customers.
Our process goes beyond traditional SEO. We combine proven local ranking strategies—like citation consistency, review growth, and on-site optimization—with forward-looking AI search optimization. That means structuring your content so it’s not only visible in search engines, but also easily understood and surfaced by AI-driven results like Google’s AI Overviews and answer engines. The result is stronger visibility, more qualified traffic, and a consistent flow of local leads.
At Sunrise Marketing, we offer:
- Google Business Profile Optimization
- Local Keyword Strategy
- Website SEO Optimization
- Citation & Listings Management
- Review Growth Strategy
- AI Search Optimization
Why Local SEO Is Important for Colorado Springs Businesses
Colorado Springs is a competitive market with thousands of businesses competing for attention online. When customers search for services in the area, Google prioritizes businesses that demonstrate:
- relevance to the search query
- proximity to the user
- authority and credibility
These signals determine which businesses appear in the Google Local Pack, which is the group of map listings that appear at the top of many local searches. Businesses that appear in the Local Pack often receive the majority of clicks and phone calls from search results.
Local SEO helps your business become one of those top results.
Ready for a Website That Works for Your Business?
If you’re a local business owner who wants:
✔ A website that ranks
✔ A marketing partner who responds quickly
✔ A strategy designed for modern search
Sunrise Marketing would love to help.
Contact Sunrise Marketing today to start building a website that helps your business grow.
For a conversation, feel free to call or text:
(719)243-9076
What people are saying about Sunrise Marketing
Carrie is simply amazing! She has been able to help my department with marketing items that we have needed over the years for the different events that we participate in. She is unique in her ideas and suggestions and she is easy to work with. It is evident that she enjoys what she does through her passion and the product. It is a joy to work with her and I always look forward to any opportunity I have to work on projects with her.
I have had the pleasure of working with Carrie for almost 2 years, and cannot speak highly enough of her value to our company. On the digital marketing front, Carrie stays current in a field that changes constantly. She always puts clients first, and ensures that she delivers effective marketing, tailored to their needs. She is a valuable resource, and her work has resulted in literally 100% client retention rates. Simply put, clients love working with Carrie, and more importantly, clients see results from her and her teams’ work. Carrie’s work ethic, dedication to her craft and to her team, and her professionalism regardless of the pressure this industry can have, make her a rare find.
I had the pleasure of working with Carrie collaborating on a multitude of digital marketing and website-related projects. I had been tasked with launching a new website and bringing the company into the digital age, and Carrie was an integral part of it. Carrie’s understanding of this ever-changing industry was apparent from the get go and her passion for it was infectious. I was particularly impressed by her willingness to share her knowledge which enabled me to understand each part of the process and ask better questions as we proceeded. Whether it was the re-launch of our website, our effort to focus on YouTube as a search engine, or the implementation of HubSpot, Carrie was equipped to handle every question along the way. I was also impressed by her professionalism and her ability to keep calm under pressure. I highly recommend Carrie!
I have had the opportunity to work with Carrie for over a year. During that time, I have observed a highly professional and uniquely competent person. Carrie is so diverse in her talents that it allows our school the opportunity to utilize her for almost anything. She is able to handle tough situations with students so easily. She is also able to handle the tough world of advertising with ease. This flexibility has allowed us to try new things and see great results. This is in large part to Carrie’s efforts. Each and every task I have seen her perform has exceeded expectations. I highly recommend Carrie.
I have worked with Carrie for a little over a year as she represented a client that has been advertising with KOAA. I have truly loved collaborating and strategizing with Carrie for her client. We would meet every month and review the campaigns performance and optimize the campaign as needed. Carrie provided excellent creative with timely turn around, never missed a deadline. Carrie has a thirst for learning and continues to want to add to her skill set. Carrie is a valuable resource.
I love working with Carrie Downs. She’s upbeat and personable and in terms of social media marketing and expertise – Downs is your woman. She is an excellent presenter as well on a variety of social media topics and has a high standard of excellence she’s set for herself for all of her endeavors. I highly recommend her.
Carrie is Fantastic at her work, she is very efficient and responsive when needed. I can send her pictures of my work for the day and she posts them by the next day. She goes way up and beyond what anyone else would. I definitely give her a 5 star rating and Highly recommend her.
Sunrise Marketing did a wonderful job with updating our website. They listened to what we needed and delivered. I will continue to use their services and recommend them to others as well!
I have worked with Carrie for just over a year now and everything that we have collaborated on has been so much easier because of her creativity and her work ethic. She has the ability to come up with great ideas because of the passion she has for her work. I look forward to interacting with her because her ideas are unique and fresh. Carrie is wonderful to work with and is a huge asset to our staff. I really recommend her and her skill set.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is local SEO?
Local SEO is the process of optimizing a business’s online presence so it appears in search results when people search for services in a specific geographic area.
How long does local SEO take to work?
Local SEO improvements can start appearing within a few weeks, but most businesses see meaningful results within 3–6 months depending on competition and existing authority.
Does Google Business Profile affect rankings?
Yes. Google Business Profile is one of the most important factors for ranking in local search results and Google Maps.
Can local SEO help my business appear in Google Maps?
Yes. Optimizing your Google Business Profile and website improves the likelihood of appearing in Google Maps and the Local Pack.
What is AI search optimization?
AI search optimization structures website content so AI systems can easily extract and present answers to users searching online.

