About Mike Forgie

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Mike Forgie is a digital marketing strategist and founder of Next Step Connect, a local SEO and AI marketing agency helping local businesses dominate Google Maps and AI-driven search.

He’s known for blending automation, AI tools, and practical SEO systems to help small businesses scale visibility without scaling overhead. Over the past decade, Mike has worked with brands across real estate, healthcare, and professional services to build sustainable growth engines powered by local intent.

Today, he focuses on AI-driven local optimization—helping companies rank not only on Google but also across emerging platforms.

Outside of client work, Mike shares insights on shows like the Everyday AI Podcast, Local Marketing Secrets, and The Agent Growth Lab, where he discusses the intersection of AI, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

Featured On

• Agent Growth Lab – Local Marketing Mastery: AI Tools, SEO Secrets, and Community Engagement

• Protaige Podcast – The Future of Marketing Teams in the Age of AI

• Everyday AI Show – AI: The Freelancer’s Secret Weapon

• Betterism Podcast – Professional Amateurs and the Art of Adaptability

• Local Marketing Secrets Podcast – How AI Is Reshaping Local SEO