BRIAN LASH

Pittsburgh SEO and online marketing specialist

My nameI am passionate about the intersection of business and technology. I currently use the tools of online marketing to drive positive business outcomes for my clients, which range from VAR's in the IT space to online retailers to an auto body shop. Long-term I plan to work in the analysis of business systems to aid in the implementation of enterprise software that mimimizes clients' costs while maximizing operating efficiency.

Education

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business Administration

I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh magna cum laude in 2007 with dual majors in Economics and Business Administration.

Coursework: Management Information Systems, Managing in Complex Environments, Business Economics, Intermediate International Finance, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting.

Work Experience

First Blog Media LLC

Founder

  • Period: 2009 - Present
  • Job type: Full-Time

First Blog Media is a Pittsburgh marketing company with special emphasis on Pittsburgh SEO, Pittsburgh PPC, and Pittsburgh website design, and Pittsburgh social media strategy.

  • Created online marketing campaigns to drive value for companies in personal injury law, general contracting, retail, publishing, and more
  • Interfaced with clients to develop needs-based solutions and manage expectations
  • Produce estimates between $800 and $7,000 based on clients needs analyses
  • Interpret SEO reports to optimize www.firstblogmedia.com for online visibility
  • Achieved first- and second-page rankings for key terms including "Pittsburgh marketing company," "Pittsburgh PPC," and "Pittsburgh social media company"

The Princeton Review

SAT Classroom Instructor

  • Period: 2010 - Present
  • Job type: Part-Time

The Princeton Review is one of the world's largest and most storied test preparation companies, providing instruction in 41 states and more than 21 countries.

  • Taught two 30-hour courses to train students in The Princeton Review strategies
  • Proctored diagnostic tests at company marketing events

Peters Township Fire Department

Firefighter

  • Period: 2010 - Present
  • Job type: Part-Time/Volunteer

PTFD has provided fire protection to the people of Peters Township for over 70 years.

  • Train with the Peters Township Fire Department 1 evening per week
  • Provide fireground support to truck and engine operations in the form of additional manpower

The Country Store

Shift Supervisor

  • Period: 1999 - 2011
  • Job type: Full-Time

The Country Store is a mom n' pop convenience store located in Venetia, PA.

  • Developed teamwork and management skills in over 12 years in family's retail business
  • Routinely closed store 6 nights per week

Technical Skills

While officially trainined in Economics and Business Administration, I am a passionate technologist with advanced self-training in the methods of Internet Marketing, including search engine optimization, pay per click marketing, social media strategy, direct email, website design and development, among other skills.

Business Analysis

Excellent

Social Media Strategy

Excellent

Search Engine Optimization

Excellent

Pay Per Click Management

Good

Clients & Portfolio

Selected Clients

First Blog Media is a Pittsburgh marketing company offering integrated marketing planning and implementation services, including Pittsburgh search engine optimization (SEO), pay per click marketing, website design, and social media strategy.

Following is a selection of the company's most successful engagements:

Selected Works