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I am an experienced SEO Specialist with over 12 years of proven success in driving organic traffic, optimizing both on-site and off-site strategies, and leading high-performing SEO teams. My passion lies in leveraging data to improve search engine rankings, enhance user experience, and drive overall business outcomes. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities, fostering team growth and productivity, while prioritizing high-ROI initiatives to maximize marketing budgets efficiently. I have a proven track record of delivering remarkable revenue growth through innovative and data-driven SEO strategies. I thrive on collaborating cross-functionally with teams such as Business Development and Editorial to create impactful SEO and content plans. My strong communication skills help me engage with upper management and enhance team scalability to achieve significant and measurable organic growth.…I am an experienced SEO Specialist with over 12 years of proven success in driving organic traffic, optimizing both on-site and off-site strategies, and leading high-performing SEO teams. My passion lies in leveraging data to improve search engine rankings, enhance user experience, and drive overall business outcomes. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities, fostering team growth and productivity, while prioritizing high-ROI initiatives to maximize marketing budgets efficiently. I have a proven track record of delivering remarkable revenue growth through innovative and data-driven SEO strategies. I thrive on collaborating cross-functionally with teams such as Business Development and Editorial to create impactful SEO and content plans. My strong communication skills help me engage with upper management and enhance team scalability to achieve significant and measurable organic growth.

Bostjan Tanko

SEO Expert, Project Manager, Marketing Strategist, +2

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I am an experienced SEO Specialist with over 12 years of proven success in driving organic traffic, optimizing both on-site and off-site strategies, and leading high-performing SEO teams. My passion lies in leveraging data to improve search engine rankings, enhance user experience, and drive overall business outcomes. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities, fostering team growth and productivity, while prioritizing high-ROI initiatives to maximize marketing budgets efficiently. I have a proven track record of delivering remarkable revenue growth through innovative and data-driven SEO strategies. I thrive on collaborating cross-functionally with teams such as Business Development and Editorial to create impactful SEO and content plans. My strong communication skills help me engage with upper management and enhance team scalability to achieve significant and measurable organic growth.…I am an experienced SEO Specialist with over 12 years of proven success in driving organic traffic, optimizing both on-site and off-site strategies, and leading high-performing SEO teams. My passion lies in leveraging data to improve search engine rankings, enhance user experience, and drive overall business outcomes. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities, fostering team growth and productivity, while prioritizing high-ROI initiatives to maximize marketing budgets efficiently. I have a proven track record of delivering remarkable revenue growth through innovative and data-driven SEO strategies. I thrive on collaborating cross-functionally with teams such as Business Development and Editorial to create impactful SEO and content plans. My strong communication skills help me engage with upper management and enhance team scalability to achieve significant and measurable organic growth.

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I am an experienced SEO Specialist with over 12 years of proven success in driving organic traffic, optimizing both on-site and off-site strategies, and leading high-performing SEO teams. My passion lies in leveraging data to improve search engine rankings, enhance user experience, and drive overall business outcomes. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities, fostering team growth and productivity, while prioritizing high-ROI initiatives to maximize marketing budgets efficiently.

I have a proven track record of delivering remarkable revenue growth through innovative and data-driven SEO strategies. I thrive on collaborating cross-functionally with teams such as Business Development and Editorial to create impactful SEO and content plans. My strong communication skills help me engage with upper management and enhance team scalability to achieve significant and measurable organic growth.

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Sr. SEO Manager at Forbes Marketplace

January 1, 2022 - Present

Led comprehensive SEO strategies resulting in a 510% increase in organic traffic and an outstanding revenue growth of 11,392% from 2022 to 2023 and a further 106% in 2024. Collaborated closely with the Business Development team to onboard partners and audited pages to ensure monetization. Optimized team resources prioritizing high-impact strategies and designated 15-20% of resources for testing new growth opportunities. Expanded and mentored the SEO team to improve scalability and efficiency. Worked cross-functionally with Editorial and Compliance teams to boost site authority, user engagement, and streamline operational workflows.

SEO Specialist at APOLLO Insurance LTD

January 1, 2022 - August 27, 2025

Developed and executed a content marketing plan driving a 200% increase in organic traffic within 10 months, implementing E-E-A-T focused SEO strategies. Optimized the Google Business Profile leading to a 94% increase in calls over five months. Created Standard Operating Procedures as the first SEO Specialist at the company, delivering detailed recommendations for site changes and off-site optimization to improve local and national marketing strategies.

SEO Specialist at Merged Media Ltd.

December 31, 2019 - August 27, 2025

Managed SEO tasks for over 50 clients including keyword research, audits, backlink strategy, and Google Business Profile optimization. Developed Standard Operating Procedures to improve processes and helped in team training and project management to optimize client site performance.

SEO Specialist Freelancer at X-Finity PRO

January 1, 2015 - Present

Provided SEO services including on-page and off-page optimization resulting in significant increases in organic traffic (240% growth in 30 days) and enhanced local business visibility. Delivered technical audits, metadata optimization, backlink strategies, structured data implementations, and Google Business Profile enhancements. Created training content for SEO teams and developed global and local marketing strategies for clients.