At Ignite Web Design, we’re big believers in personal connection. That’s why I spent a full day visiting some of our clients — not just to check in, but to see how our work is supporting their real-world goals. From Shopify pop-ups to startup strategy, this day trip was all about getting face-to-face, hearing stories, and helping businesses grow — both online and off.
Granville Island: Supporting Shopify Growth with Lavoh
Our first stop was Granville Island, where we met Eliza from Lavoh. She’s a Shopify store owner who was running a pop-up shop that day. We’ve helped her build out a wholesale-capable Shopify site — and this was a chance to see her brand in action, in the real world.
“I kept ghosting Aaron at first — not on purpose. Life was chaos. But when I finally reached out in January, he responded in 30 minutes and we were building the wholesale side of my site the same week.”
Eliza is a busy entrepreneur and mom who needed quick, reliable Shopify help — and we were ready when she was. That’s what we do.
SEO Insight: We paired her offline presence with a keyword-targeted Shopify build that ranks, converts, and grows as her business does.
Vancouver Photographer Boosts Local SEO
Next, we visited Rob, Eliza’s husband — and one of our long-time clients. He’s a professional photographer in Vancouver who didn’t want to scale a team — just keep his bookings steady and stress low.
We helped Rob rank on Google’s local map pack and dial in his site content to match how people actually search for photographers in Vancouver.
“You’ve got me ranking, leads are coming in, and your service has been amazing. I’ve loved it.”
Local SEO Tip: Ranking is just the start. We focus on quality traffic, conversion optimization, and helping businesses like Rob’s stay booked.
AdvisorFlow: Long-Term Tech Partnership
After that, we stopped by AdvisorFlow — a fintech startup where I’ve been part of the technical leadership. I help them plan infrastructure, build features, and scale the right way. It’s a great example of what a web development partner can bring to a growing B2B company.
“Aaron doesn’t act like a boss — he’s a strong but patient leader. Easy to work with.”
“When we met, he was still growing as a developer. Now he’s built a great team that keeps jobs local. We really respect that.”
Web Dev Strategy Insight: For SaaS and startups, the key to growth is scalable architecture, fast response times, and strong technical leadership — not just pretty code.
Videography Meets Digital Strategy: Anthony’s Early Wins
Our final visit was with Anthony, a new client who owns a videography business in Vancouver. We’re in the early stages of working together, but we’ve already outlined some high-impact digital strategy changes to help him balance his two companies.
“There’s a lot of noise in SEO and web — but Aaron came with a strong recommendation. That trust really matters.”
Pro Tip: Starting with the right partner early can help you avoid wasting time (and money) on strategies that don’t align with your business goals.
Why Client Visits Still Matter in Web Design
We build websites and digital strategies every day — but it’s the people behind those businesses that make it meaningful. This trip was a reminder that good work comes from good relationships. Being there in person matters.
Each business is different. Each stage of growth needs something unique. That’s why we stay flexible, hands-on, and committed to building long-term success — not just shipping projects.
Work with Ignite Web Design
If you’re looking for a web design agency in Edmonton that brings both strategy and heart — let’s talk.
- ✅ Shopify development & support
- ✅ Local SEO for service-based businesses
- ✅ Custom website design & development
- ✅ Ongoing support & marketing strategy
