Lead CLE

10/06/2026

Real talk wins.

At LeadCLE, we helped a local brewery in Downtown Geneva grow by keeping it simple.

We ran ads and posted stories that showed real people and real conversations. No fancy tricks.

The result? Engagement went up by over 200%, and people started sending RSVP to events over a month out. (And yes, we excluded traffic from the Jambo).

The result is clear- People like to hear from real folks. When your business shows up like a neighbor, people notice.

Want the same for your business? Grab your free marketing blueprint from LeadCLE today.

Message or call us and we’ll get you rolling.

10/01/2026

Ever notice those bright videos?

The ones could land a space shuttle from orbit?

The ones that could tan your eyeballs, that you discover scrolling in a dark room?

If you want to know the secret, it’s scummy marketers adding HDR to their photos and videos.

Your phone screen can shine WAY brighter than its brightness settings. But how?

HDR stands for "High Dynamic Range," which is just fancy talk for "the bright parts get to be extra bright."

When a video is made with HDR, Facebook lets it blast at full power, so it glows next to all the normal posts. And smartphones want to make the colors accurate; so they pump up the light to do so- usually increasing the perceived brightness by around 3x.

How do people do it? (And we don’t recommend you do it).

1. Shoot in HDR. Most newer phones have an HDR video or photo setting in the camera. Flip it on.

2. Edit in an app that supports it. Apps like CapCut, Lightroom, and Instagram's editor have HDR export options or "brightness boost" tools.

3. Upload it the right way. Facebook needs the file to be saved as HDR. If it isn't, it just looks normal.

Warning: your eyes may need sunglasses at 2 a.m.

10/01/2026

You don't need to be on every social media platform.

Seriously. Somebody convinced all these emerging business owners to post daily on six apps.

Great job, Captain content- now your TikTok exists for reasons nobody remembers (along with a password no one remembers).

Here's the better plan:

1. Pick the one platform that fits what you're good at.

2. Post on a schedule you can actually keep. If you miss a day, you miss a day. Do your best and get consistent at it.

3. Keep your website and Google listing up to date. Especially with holiday hours.

One strong platform beats five sad ones. And silence online looks a lot like being closed.

Not sure where your business should focus?

That's what we do at LeadCLE. Send us a message and let's figure it out.

For October, we have renewed our 10 free business blueprints.

We send you a free roadmap, you can choose us or hand it to someone else.

Let us know ✌️

09/27/2026

All organic, hyper-relevant “content” (aka actually interesting and useful info).

We do this for you. Pair with paid ads, and it fills seats and creates predictable income.

Again, live by your results. Not your catchphrases.

09/27/2026

This is where we stop being “marketers” for clicks and engagement, and embrace our honest, sincere selves.

Every decision that we make as parents, as business owners, as dog moms and dads- as people- It has a profound impact on our community.

Looking at every single business that is here for the Grape Jamboree, one thing is apparent.

There are a host of volunteers that helped this become one of the best marketplaces for fun, for friends, and for an entire region to come together and celebrate the harvest season.

For over half a decade, we have flocked to Downtown Geneva to celebrate a simple Grape harvest. And all it brings to our region.

The young girl looking through this Lake Erie Bookstore window (Reese’s Drugstore) in this photo is a fifth-generation descendent of the people who started the Grape Jamboree.

This weekend would not be possible without the volunteers, the Jamboree committee, and those who take the time to make this a festival that is done right.

You guys knocked it out of the park this year. 

09/24/2026

Local artists took to the events page of the Grape Jamboree, and decided that they were going to take a positive stance against generative AI. The collaborators grabbed events off of the main stage, and the different events operating downtown during the Grape Jamboree 🍇

The results are incredible. Each one of these was made by Geneva Grad.

Some are digital, some are hand-drawn. All were made intentionally by the hand of a human being.

Please share their work far and wide. If you copy and paste it somewhere else, all we ask is that you also attribute it to the artist that is in the caption.

09/22/2026

🍇 YOUR FIRST-TIMER'S GUIDE TO THE GRAPE JAMBOREE! 🍇

Brochure pinned in comments (We are not part of the jambo committee but love them and what they do!)

The 61st Annual Geneva Grape Jamboree is almost here (Sept 26–27), and if this is your first time, welcome! Here's everything you need to know!

First, a huge thank you to Grape Jamboree Committee President Brian Kelly and the whole committee for all they do! Plus the Geneva Police Department, Ohio State Patrol, and Geneva Fire Department, and the countless amazing volunteers for keeping this festival safe and running smoothly year after year. We appreciate you all!

MAIN STAGE LINEUP:

𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 (9/26)

10:00: Welcome by Jamboree President Brian Kelly. Blessing of the Festival by Pastor Mark Hurban of The Park Street Christian Church.

10:05: Introduction of our Grape Jamboree Spokesperson, Jeff Tanchak, Morning Meteorologist from Cleveland 19 News. Assisted by Brian Kelly.

10:10: We are kicking off the Jamboree with some local music. Please welcome Leah Forrest to the stage.

11:10: Madison Combined Martial Arts Karate Demonstration - A family-friendly martial arts school specializing in Karate, Ju-Jitsu and Yoga for ages 5 and up behind the main stage.

11:30: Queen City Circus Performers Strolling the Midway.

12:00: Youngster Grape Stomping - Come join in or cheer on your favorite purple footed grape stomper. Five lucky contestants UNDER the age of 12 will be chosen to participate. Sign-up begins at 11:30 am at the Info Booth. Sponsored by State Farm Insurance.

Also 12:00 - Queen City Circus Stunt Show at the North end near the rides.

12:30 - Grape Stomping - Five Contestants will be drawn to compete. Sign-up begins at 12:00 pm at the Info Booth. Sponsored by State Farm Insurance.

2:00: Jamboree Parade - Bands, Floats, and FUN! Get ready for the area's largest parade. Sponsored by Geneva Center for Rehab and Nursing.

3:00: Welcome & Plaque Presentation to the Honorary Parade Marshall, 2025
Geneva Chamber of Commerce's Citizen of the Year Jamie Ortiz.

3:10: Introduction of this year's Miss Grapette and her Court.

3:30: Parade Awards.

Also 3:30 - Queen City Circus performers strolling the midway!

4:00: Queen City Circus Stunt Show at the North end near the rides.

4:45: Pie Eating Contest - Come see how fast contestants can devour a grape pie! Five lucky contestants will be chosen to participate. Sign-up begins at 4:15 pm behind the main stage.
Sponsored by State Farm Insurance.

5:30: Almost Elton - Direct from Long Island, NY. The ultimate tribute band that captures the essence of Elton John's legendary performances. One of the best Elton John Tribute Shows in the United States.

6:00: Queen City Circus Performers Strolling the Midway.

6:30: Queen City Circus Stunt Show at the North end near the rides.

7:00: The Rod Stewart Experience - Enjoy the sound and looks of Rod Stewart as performed by Steve Bobbitt.

8:30: All Revved Up - North America's premier Meatloaf tribute Band!
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𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 (9/27)

10:30 - 11:30 Community Church Service on the Stage with music provided by the Sojourner Quartet. Sponsored by the Geneva United Methodist Church.

12:00: Welcome.

12:10: Pie Eating Contest - Come see how fast contestants can devour a grape pie! Five lucky contestants will be chosen to participate. Signup begins at 11:30 am behind the main stage. Sponsored by State Farm Insurance.

12:30: Junior Grape Stomping - Come and join in or cheer on your favorite purple footed grape stomper. Five contestants under the age of 18 will be chosen to participate. Sign-up begins at 12:15 pm at the Info Booth. Sponsored by State Farm Insurance.

1:00: Adult Grape Stomping - If you have wondered what it is like to stomp on some grapes, here is you chance. Open to adults 18 - 99 years old! Sign-up begins at 12:45 pm at the Info Booth. Sponsored by State Farm Insurance.

2:00: Jamboree Parade - Floats, Bands, and Visiting Festival Queens from across Ohio. Sponsored by Joanie Keehn Health Markets.

2:30: Queen City Circus Performers Strolling the Midway.

3:00: Queen City Circus Stunt Show at the North end near the rides.

3:40: Welcome & Introduction of Festival Queens from all parts of Ohio.

4:00: Queen City Circus Performers Strolling the Midway.

4:10: Parade Awards.

4:20: Geneva Gl's - We are proud to present Geneva's Image for your entertainment. Geneva High School's Show Choir - singing and dancing to popular songs from yesterday and today.

4:30: Queen City Circus Stunt Show at the North end near the rides.

5:15: Gospel Hour - Sojourner Quartet from Findley, Ohio.

5:30: Queen City Circus Performers Strolling the Midway.

6:00: Queen City Circus Stunt Show at the North end near the rides.

6:30: Shania Twain Tribute by Carla Sacco delivers a world-class performance and the "Man! I Feel Like a Woman" energy that defines Shania.

8:00: Garth Brooks tribute - Fresh Horses.

🍽️ **WHILE YOU'RE DOWNTOWN, CHECK OUT THE DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES:

🌮 Pueblo Real for Great Food and Great Music!

📸 Darkroom Brewing Co. for a cold glass of something good (From Fountain Sodas to Brews).

🍨 Popp-a-Razzi for a cold refresher and a selection of delicious homemade treats!

🤖 Robot Zero for the Graphic Novel/Collectables crowd. If it’s collectible, They got it!

👺 Game Goblin for their critically-acclaimed sets of games, TCG, and collectibles! (DND fans, seriously - a must-stop)

👗 Miney-Mo Vintage for the ultimate outfit - new old stock heaven!

🔮 The Crystal Cottage for amazing gifts, games, and jewels.

🏡 Fisher’s Shop for everything from cool keepsakes to Pokemon cards!

📕 Lake Erie Book Company for fun events and hard-to-find classics (and a fountain drink!)

🔧 Central Hardware for every DIY project, a hidden toy aisle, and great people!

📻 Geneva Antiques for an amazing rediscovery in their amazing inventory!

🧘 Wellness Through Balance for an INCREDIBLE sale on health goods as they move to online-only.

💪 LUNGE bungee fitness will be giving fitness classes that are easy on the joints and a lot of fun!

⚓️ The Lonesome Rose for that sick tat you’ve been waiting on (get the mom anchor, it’s rad)

🚕 FREE parking is available at Geneva Middle School (839 Sherman St) and shuttles into town!

🚗 Free Street Parking all along South Eagle Street, Walnut Street, and Grant Street.

🛻 $5.00 parking on North eagle street right over the rail road tracks also selling bottles of water for $1.00.

Tips:

🥁 The parades start on the western part of Route 20 by circle K and go to the end of Austin Road. You’ll want to set up on the street at least an hour early with chairs if you want to see the parade.

🥘 Food vendors largely take card, but there are ATMs located at Huntington, USA bank, and a few fee-driven ones on site.

🎠 RIDES:

All Day Wristband: $25 per person per day
Family Pack of 24 tix: $20
Single Tickets: $1

Adult Rides cost 4 tickets
Child Rides cost 3 tickets

Rides are open
Saturday 10a to 10p
Sunday 12p to 10 p

See you downtown! 🍇🎉

09/16/2026

When the machine doesn’t have good information, it doesn’t say “I don’t know.” It guesses. It might pull an old phone number. It might use hours from three summers ago. It might mix you up with a place in Geneva, Illinois.

Let’s say you own a shop on South Broadway. Or you run a winery out on Route 307. Or maybe you fix cars, cut hair, bake pies, or pour b**r for people who just came off the beach. And let’s say you have never once used AI. You don’t want to. You think AI is […]

09/08/2026

Free Marketing Blueprint!

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Want more local customers finding you without guessing what to do next?

Get your own free 30-minute call with LeadCLE.

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📞 Grab your free 30-minute call and blueprint today. No cost, no obligation. Even if we aren’t the fit for you.

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09/08/2026

Take the “LLC” out. Now.

It matters more than you'd think.

"LLC" tells people how you're legally structured.

Most customers aren’t looking for that.

It doesn't tell them who you are or what you do.

On a sign, a business card, a website, or even a Google search, it's just extra clutter standing between your name and your customer.

A few reasons small businesses in Geneva and Ashtabula County should think about this:

It's easier to remember and say out loud.

"Go check out LeadCLE" beats "go check out LeadCLE, L-L-C."

It's way cleaner for local search. People don't type "LLC" when they're looking for you on Google or Facebook, so your name shouldn't need it to be recognized.

It reads as a brand, not just a business filing. Your LLC status still exists on paper (contracts, taxes, insurance), but it just doesn't need to live on your storefront or your logo.

Your legal name and your brand name can be two different things. One protects you. The other is what people fall in love with.

If your business name still has "LLC" on social media, it’s doing double duty as your brand.

Let's talk about it.