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SEO and search strategist with 10+ years of experience delivering data-driven SEO, AEO, local SEO, technical SEO, and white-hat link building. Focused on improving rankings, increasing organic visibility, and building topical authority with high-quality, relevant backlinks for international brands. Skilled in audits and competitive research, on-page optimization, content planning, and outreach using tools like Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, Mailchimp, BuzzStream, and WordPress/Shopify/WooCommerce. Known for end-to-end campaign execution, measurable growth, and strong client communication.…SEO and search strategist with 10+ years of experience delivering data-driven SEO, AEO, local SEO, technical SEO, and white-hat link building. Focused on improving rankings, increasing organic visibility, and building topical authority with high-quality, relevant backlinks for international brands. Skilled in audits and competitive research, on-page optimization, content planning, and outreach using tools like Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, Mailchimp, BuzzStream, and WordPress/Shopify/WooCommerce. Known for end-to-end campaign execution, measurable growth, and strong client communication.

Haleem Akhan

SEO Expert, Link Building Specialist, Digital Marketer, +2

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SEO and search strategist with 10+ years of experience delivering data-driven SEO, AEO, local SEO, technical SEO, and white-hat link building. Focused on improving rankings, increasing organic visibility, and building topical authority with high-quality, relevant backlinks for international brands. Skilled in audits and competitive research, on-page optimization, content planning, and outreach using tools like Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, Mailchimp, BuzzStream, and WordPress/Shopify/WooCommerce. Known for end-to-end campaign execution, measurable growth, and strong client communication.…SEO and search strategist with 10+ years of experience delivering data-driven SEO, AEO, local SEO, technical SEO, and white-hat link building. Focused on improving rankings, increasing organic visibility, and building topical authority with high-quality, relevant backlinks for international brands. Skilled in audits and competitive research, on-page optimization, content planning, and outreach using tools like Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, Mailchimp, BuzzStream, and WordPress/Shopify/WooCommerce. Known for end-to-end campaign execution, measurable growth, and strong client communication.

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SEO and search strategist with 10+ years of experience delivering data-driven SEO, AEO, local SEO, technical SEO, and white-hat link building. Focused on improving rankings, increasing organic visibility, and building topical authority with high-quality, relevant backlinks for international brands.

Skilled in audits and competitive research, on-page optimization, content planning, and outreach using tools like Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog, Mailchimp, BuzzStream, and WordPress/Shopify/WooCommerce. Known for end-to-end campaign execution, measurable growth, and strong client communication.

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Work Experience

Senior SEO & Search Strategist (Consultant) at Upwork Global Inc.

January 1, 2014 - Present

Helped drive 20%+ improvements in organic search visibility and qualified website traffic through on-page SEO enhancements, local SEO initiatives, Google Business Profile management, and keyword research. Built white-hat link building strategies focused on acquiring high-authority, niche-relevant backlinks via strategic outreach and relationship building. Performed competitor analysis, keyword research, and content gap analysis to identify growth opportunities and improve search performance. Executed end-to-end digital PR and guest posting campaigns including prospect research, negotiations, placement coordination, and link acquisition. Supported stronger topical authority and lead-generation by developing semantic content plans aligned with search intent (commercial and transactional).