Royal Palm Marketing

09/16/2026

Proud to be a contributor to the Better Business Bureau’s monthly newsletter!

My latest article, “Five Digital Deadbolts Every Small Business Needs,” shares five simple ways business owners can better protect their accounts, data, websites, and customers online.

It’s an honor to share useful digital insights with the BBB and help small businesses across Iowa protect and strengthen their online presence.

Read the article here:
https://www.bbb.org/bbb/greater-iowa/five-digital-deadbolts-every-small-business-needs

09/13/2026

What would you change about your website if you could see the new version before spending a dollar? Our FREE website mockup lets you preview a fresh, professional design before you buy. Thinking about a new site or redesign? DM us and we’ll show you what’s possible.

09/12/2026

Let’s have some fun! 🏈 Iowa 🖤💛 or Iowa State ❤️💛? We know there are plenty of Hawkeye and Cyclone fans in our network, so sound off below! 👇 Who wins today’s Cy-Hawk showdown, and what’s your score prediction? 🏆

09/11/2026

In the face of unimaginable loss, people chose courage, kindness, and service. This September 11, we remember those taken from us and honor the selflessness that brought people together when it mattered most.

09/07/2026

Good marketing doesn’t take a day off, but we can. Happy Labor Day from Royal Palm Marketing in Ankeny to the entrepreneurs, teams and hardworking people who keep businesses growing and communities moving.

09/05/2026

How much does a small business website cost in Des Moines?

There's no one-size-fits-all answer. We broke down the factors that affect website pricing, what businesses should expect from a proposal, ongoing costs to consider, and how to decide what your website actually needs to accomplish.

Read the full guide here:

A practical 2026 guide to website pricing, what affects the cost, and what Des Moines business owners should expect before requesting a…

09/05/2026

Ankeny business owners: Is your website actually helping your business grow? We just published a new Ankeny Patch article covering 7 common website mistakes that can hurt visibility, credibility, and leads. It’s a quick checklist every small business owner should review.
https://patch.com/iowa/ankeny/7-website-mistakes-ankeny-small-businesses-should-avoid-nodx

09/05/2026

If you're comparing Des Moines website designers, don't just compare how the sites look or what they cost.

I wrote this guide to help local business owners understand what to ask about SEO, ownership, ongoing expenses, conversion strategy, and post-launch support before choosing someone.

There are also a few red flags I think every business owner should know.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/website-designer-des-moines-10-things-know-before-hiring-marcus-pitts-gsxsc

Looking for a website designer in Des Moines? Learn 10 things Iowa business owners should consider before choosing someone to build or redesign a website.

09/03/2026

I’m grateful for the opportunity to share some marketing insight in the September edition of the Ankeny Business Journal.

In my article, “What a Marketing Agency Can Actually Do for Your Business,” I break down how your website, Google presence, online reviews, advertising, and follow-up should work together to do one thing: bring more customers to your business.

Good marketing isn’t a collection of separate projects. It’s a system designed to help people find you, trust you, and take the next step.

And because your website is such an important part of that system, Royal Palm Marketing is offering a FREE website mockup for small business owners who want to see what a fresh, professional website could look like before making any decisions.

No pressure. No obligation. Just an opportunity to see what’s possible for your business.

Message us today or call (515) 500-2790 to claim your free website mockup.

08/22/2026

We’re so thankful to share that Royal Palm Marketing was voted best in Web Design, Marketing and Advertisement, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Marketing.

To celebrate, we’d love to help more small businesses see what their website could look like with a fresh, professional update.

We’re offering a FREE website mockup for business owners who are ready for a stronger online presence.

No pressure. No obligation. Just a look at what’s possible for your business.

Message us today or call (515) 500-2790 to claim your free website mockup.