website design & development
Take the website
off your list.
I’ve got it on mine.
Custom websites for owners who would rather be running their business than keeping track of their site.
TO DO LIST
- The contact form stopped sendingFix: Every form tested and monitored
- Nobody finds us on GoogleFix: Built to be found from day one
- It's slow and clunky on mobileFix: Fast on phones, even with bad signal
- Need to make edits but I don't know howFix: Site updates done for you
- Site went down and no one noticedFix: Automatic uptime monitoring
- Home page has the White Screen of DeathFix: Site back online
why your website isn’t working
You built it. They didn’t come.
Everyone told you to get online and customers would find you. You did; nothing happened.
That’s because a live site doesn’t bring people in. It’s where customers size you up after they find you.
Getting found online takes a ton of work most owners didn't know existed: keyword research, page speed, schema markup, analytics, alt text. Once they finally do land on your site, you only have a few seconds to convince them to stick around.
You shouldn't have to be a tech wizard to get found online and chosen over the competition.
What I do
Leave the wizardry to me.
Let’s make your website as good as your business.
Custom websites
Put your best foot forward.
You get one shot when someone lands on your site. Every pixel is engineered around your customers: what they need to know, why they should trust you, and what to do next.
Copy Included
Technical SEO Included
One Point of Contact
Accessible
Hosting & Care Plans
Keep it running.
Website hosting, maintenance, backups, security, and someone on call to answer questions.
Search engine optimization
Climb the ranks.
SEO audits, tune-ups, and monthly packages to improve visibility in search.
who you’ll work with
Hi, I’m Vanessa.
The human behind every pixel.
If you work with me, you have a human who knows your name, understands what matters to you, and treats your goals like their own.
When I'm not building websites, you can find me tinkering with my 200+ gallon reef tank. Definitely a labor of love. My aquarium stays healthy only because I check on it constantly and adjust as things change and grow. Hey, kind of like websites.
Every website needs a long-term partner. The longer someone looks after your site, the better they know your business. My very first client hired me almost 10 years ago and is still with me today. Three marketing directors have come and gone, and I’m still the one they call when they need to update their site. I'd love to be that person for your business, too.
how i work
I’ve got your six.
Plenty of agencies in this industry are only looking out for themselves. I’m looking out for you.
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honesty
Straight answers.
If something won't help your business, I won't sell it to you.
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quality
No shortcuts.
I build things the right way, because shortcuts are what cost you later.
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ethics
Responsible use of AI.
I use AI carefully, and always double check its work.
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partnership
In your corner.
If I find something that might help you, I'll let you know (even if you didn't ask).
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accountability
No finger-pointing.
Mistakes happen. If it was my fault, I'll tell you and fix it.
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integrity
Fair billing.
I don't invent busywork to justify an invoice.
testimonials
Kind words from my clients
Ai usage policy
Where code meets common sense
AI is a fantastic research assistant, but terrible at making decisions. I use tools to move faster, while keeping every line of code and piece of strategy strictly human-led.
What AI Will Never Do
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Ship anything as-is or be unsupervised
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Touch protected data
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Security, login, or payment work
What I May Use AI For
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Speeding up troubleshooting & debugging
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Ideas and rough starting points
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Reference and lookup
Want no AI used in your project at all?
How it works
You’ll make a few decisions, but I handle the rest.
Plan
Together, we decide what your business needs, and what will make potential customers choose you.
Design & build
I handle the visuals, the words, and the techy stuff. Your job is giving it a thumbs up.
Launch
You're proud to send someone to your site.
Ongoing care
You get your time back. I keep your site healthy and online; when you need a change, send me an email.
Time for an update.
You give your business your all. I’ll do the same for your website. The next step is a short conversation.
Your Website 2.0
what's new
ADDED
Someone in your corner
FIXED
Decision fatigue
IMPROVED
First impression
REMOVED
One more thing on your to-do list