I am Andrew Stubbs, a strategic and commercially driven SEO leader with over 20 years of experience delivering enterprise growth through technical innovation, AI integration, and data-led performance strategy. I have built and led agencies and proprietary platforms, delivering scalable, data-driven SEO ecosystems, large-scale link acquisition, and analytics-driven performance. My work spans creating robust search intelligence architectures, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable ROI for global brands. Today I am transitioning from agency ownership toward a client-side leadership role with a large, diverse digital organization. I bring global strategy, cross-functional leadership, and a proven track record of turning data into ROI. I am motivated to embed world-class SEO infrastructure and AI-enabled performance systems inside a corporate environment to accelerate sustainable growth from within.

Andrew Stubbs

I am Andrew Stubbs, a strategic and commercially driven SEO leader with over 20 years of experience delivering enterprise growth through technical innovation, AI integration, and data-led performance strategy. I have built and led agencies and proprietary platforms, delivering scalable, data-driven SEO ecosystems, large-scale link acquisition, and analytics-driven performance. My work spans creating robust search intelligence architectures, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable ROI for global brands. Today I am transitioning from agency ownership toward a client-side leadership role with a large, diverse digital organization. I bring global strategy, cross-functional leadership, and a proven track record of turning data into ROI. I am motivated to embed world-class SEO infrastructure and AI-enabled performance systems inside a corporate environment to accelerate sustainable growth from within.

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I am Andrew Stubbs, a strategic and commercially driven SEO leader with over 20 years of experience delivering enterprise growth through technical innovation, AI integration, and data-led performance strategy. I have built and led agencies and proprietary platforms, delivering scalable, data-driven SEO ecosystems, large-scale link acquisition, and analytics-driven performance. My work spans creating robust search intelligence architectures, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable ROI for global brands.

Today I am transitioning from agency ownership toward a client-side leadership role with a large, diverse digital organization. I bring global strategy, cross-functional leadership, and a proven track record of turning data into ROI. I am motivated to embed world-class SEO infrastructure and AI-enabled performance systems inside a corporate environment to accelerate sustainable growth from within.

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Language

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Work Experience

Founder & Director at Digital Opium
June 1, 2025 - Present
A solution designed to oversee one of the industry’s most robust link acquisition infrastructures, supported by a proprietary index of 383 million vetted domain partners. This capability enables scalable, authoritative, and risk-managed link strategies for competitive global markets.
Non-Executive Director at LKOA – SEO / SEO Sweet
June 1, 2025 - Present
A comprehensive AI SEO suite, that manages revenue forecasting, rank management, brand awareness, citation exposure, link building, analytics (GA4/GSC), site map creation/management, site migration, user behaviour, CRO and content production for SMEs.
Founder & CEO at IntelliGiants
March 1, 2014 - Present
Built and scaled a global digital intelligence consultancy (25 staff) that transforms how companies interpret and act on search data. Developed proprietary analytical models that replicate search engine behaviour to scientifically measure domain performance, competitor advantage, and optimisation gaps.
Co-Founder & CEO at Stealth Intelligence Ltd
May 1, 2009 - February 1, 2014
Enterprise-focused consultancy specialising in advanced technical SEO, scalable site architecture, and authoritative digital growth frameworks.
International Sales Director at Greenlight Search
February 1, 2008 - April 1, 2009
Led UK and US business development operations for one of Europe’s leading digital agencies. Delivered integrated search marketing strategies combining SEO, PPC, and content optimisation for enterprise clients.
UK SEM Relations Manager at Efficient Frontier
September 1, 2007 - February 1, 2008
Managed UK business development for a global SEM platform leveraging algorithmic bidding technology and data-driven performance marketing strategies across search campaigns.
Business Development Manager at Deal Group Media Ltd
September 1, 2006 - August 1, 2007
Revitalised the Search Business division, doubling profitability within six months through operational and commercial optimisation.
Search Engine Marketing Consultant (Freelance) at Self-Employed
April 1, 2003 - August 1, 2006
Advised SMEs and large brands on holistic search marketing strategies with emphasis on conversion optimisation and user behaviour analytics.
Founder / Franchise Owner at Verridian Recruitment
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2003
Founded and grew a top-performing recruitment franchise, ranking #2 nationally within one year.
Business Development at Robinson Lloyd
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Introduced B2B online strategies that ignited long-term interest in digital innovation.
Founder & CEO at Stealth Intelligence Ltd
May 1, 2009 - February 1, 2014
Co-founded a digital marketing technology company delivering enterprise-grade solutions across SEO and social analytics, arming marketing teams with unbiased, data-backed insights to maximise reach and revenue.
Recruitment & Business Development at Verridian Recruitment
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2003
Financial recruitment consultant role; founded and grew a top-performing franchise, ranking #2 nationally within one year.

Education

Physiotherapy at University of Brighton – Eastbourne Campus
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
GCSEs & A-Levels at Tring School
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
GCSEs & A-Levels at Tring School
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026
Physiotherapy at Eastbourne Campus (Brighton University)
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Other