I am an experienced WordPress specialist, SEO consultant, and web developer with over 25 years in digital design and development. I specialize in building fast, secure, and user-friendly websites, primarily using WordPress with Elementor, for a diverse range of industries including healthcare, legal, construction, and eCommerce. I am known for improving SEO performance, resolving technical issues efficiently, and creating scalable, high-performing websites that convert well. Over my career, I have collaborated successfully in remote environments, managing client relationships and delivering projects on time with minimal supervision. I am adept at standardizing processes to reduce conflicts and simplify maintenance while continuously contributing to organic traffic growth through site audits and SEO strategies.

Cynthia Turcotte

I am an experienced WordPress specialist, SEO consultant, and web developer with over 25 years in digital design and development. I specialize in building fast, secure, and user-friendly websites, primarily using WordPress with Elementor, for a diverse range of industries including healthcare, legal, construction, and eCommerce. I am known for improving SEO performance, resolving technical issues efficiently, and creating scalable, high-performing websites that convert well. Over my career, I have collaborated successfully in remote environments, managing client relationships and delivering projects on time with minimal supervision. I am adept at standardizing processes to reduce conflicts and simplify maintenance while continuously contributing to organic traffic growth through site audits and SEO strategies.

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I am an experienced WordPress specialist, SEO consultant, and web developer with over 25 years in digital design and development. I specialize in building fast, secure, and user-friendly websites, primarily using WordPress with Elementor, for a diverse range of industries including healthcare, legal, construction, and eCommerce. I am known for improving SEO performance, resolving technical issues efficiently, and creating scalable, high-performing websites that convert well.

Over my career, I have collaborated successfully in remote environments, managing client relationships and delivering projects on time with minimal supervision. I am adept at standardizing processes to reduce conflicts and simplify maintenance while continuously contributing to organic traffic growth through site audits and SEO strategies.

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Work Experience

Lead Web Developer, On-page/Technical SEO Specialist, and General IT Support at New Patient Group
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed and launched over 30 custom WordPress websites using Elementor for dental and orthodontic practices. Improved Core Web Vitals, mobile responsiveness, and page load times resulting in better SEO rankings and conversions. Provided ongoing SEO audits, site maintenance, and IT support, helping sustain organic traffic growth. Standardized processes to minimize plugin conflicts and simplify future maintenance.
Editor-in-Chief and SEO Specialist at Bitcoinist.com
December 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025
Increased organic traffic by over 120% and total traffic by over 85% through effective technical and content SEO strategies. Successfully listed the site on Google News and Bing News to boost visibility and credibility. Managed editorial operations and freelance contributors while implementing a keyword-driven content strategy.
Lead Web Developer, SEO Specialist, and Social Media Manager at MIG & Co.
December 31, 2016 - July 15, 2025
Developed the company website using WordPress and a custom theme to improve branding and usability. Increased organic traffic by 170% and social media traffic by 90%. Managed all on-site SEO activities, wrote SEO-optimized content, and achieved top-10 Google rankings for key services. Handled social media accounts and crafted Google Ads copy for lead generation and brand visibility.
Freelance & Contract Web Developer/SEO Specialist at Emory Day, NanoPlanet Design, One Lily Creative Agency
December 31, 2019 - July 15, 2025
Converted custom designs into responsive WordPress themes, resolved technical issues, improved load speeds, configured plugin integrations, assisted with WooCommerce builds, SEO optimization, and third-party service integrations across various projects.
Lead Web Developer and Designer at HelplineTV.com
December 31, 2012 - July 15, 2025
Designed, developed, and maintained a faith-based support site linked to a national TV show. Built custom features for live streaming, donation processing, e-commerce, and video archives. Provided regular maintenance, backups, and security updates to ensure uptime for a high-traffic nonprofit platform.
Web Developer at LegalSurvival.com
December 31, 2005 - July 15, 2025
Redesigned and expanded a legal portal adding searchable legal databases, a bookstore, and banner ad system. Developed custom order forms, opt-in newsletters, and gated members' area. Managed content updates and technical troubleshooting.
Freelance WordPress Developer and SEO Specialist at Self-Employed
January 1, 1996 - Present
Built and launched 100+ websites for healthcare, legal, eCommerce, and B2B services. Specialized in WordPress repairs, mobile-friendly redesigns, and SEO optimization. Provided white-label WordPress development and ongoing support helping clients maintain and grow their sites over many years.
Lead Web Developer, On-page/Technical SEO Specialist, and General IT Support at New Patient Group
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed and launched over 30 custom WordPress websites using Elementor for dental and orthodontic practices. Improved Core Web Vitals, mobile responsiveness, and page load speeds, leading to better search engine rankings and conversions. Provided ongoing SEO services, site audits, and technical support contributing to sustained organic traffic growth. Standardized processes to reduce plugin conflicts and improve maintenance efficiency.
Editor-in-Chief and SEO Specialist at Bitcoinist.com
December 31, 2018 - August 21, 2025
Increased organic traffic by over 120% and total traffic by over 85% through technical and content SEO enhancements. Successfully got the site listed on Google News and Bing News, boosting visibility and credibility. Managed editorial operations, freelance contributors, and implemented targeted keyword-driven content strategies.
Lead Web Developer, SEO Specialist, and Social Media Manager at MIG & Co.
December 31, 2016 - August 21, 2025
Conceptualized, designed, and developed the company's website with a custom WordPress theme to enhance branding and usability. Increased organic traffic by over 170% and social media traffic by over 90%. Wrote and optimized website content aligning with SEO best practices, achieving top-10 Google rankings for core services. Managed SEO metadata, internal linking, and content structure, alongside social media accounts and Google Ads campaigns.
Freelance WordPress Developer and SEO Specialist at Self-Employed
January 1, 1996 - Present
Built and launched more than 100 websites across multiple industries including healthcare, legal, eCommerce, and B2B services. Provided WordPress repair services, resolving theme conflicts and plugin errors, and converting outdated sites to mobile-friendly WordPress platforms. Specialized in technical SEO, on-page SEO, local SEO, and delivering white-label development for agencies with tight deadlines. Maintained long-term client relationships with responsive ongoing support.
Lead Web Developer and Designer at HelplineTV.com
December 31, 2012 - August 21, 2025
Designed, developed, and maintained a faith-based support website connected to a national TV show. Developed custom live streaming features, donation processing, e-commerce functions, and video archives. Performed regular maintenance, backups, and security updates ensuring uptime for a high-traffic nonprofit platform.
Web Developer at LegalSurvival.com
December 31, 2005 - August 21, 2025
Redesigned and expanded a legal portal incorporating searchable legal databases, a bookstore, and a banner advertising system. Developed custom order forms, opt-in email newsletters, and a gated members area. Managed content updates and provided troubleshooting support to maintain the site’s role as an ongoing legal resource.
Lead Web Developer, SEO Specialist, and Social Media Manager (Freelance) at Emory Day, NanoPlanet Design, One Lily Creative Agency
December 31, 2019 - August 21, 2025
Converted custom designs from PSDs into responsive WordPress themes. Addressed technical issues, improved website load speeds, and configured plugin integrations. Assisted with WooCommerce setups, SEO optimization, and third-party service connections.

Education

High School Diploma at Richard Montgomery High School
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1990
Selective coursework at Montgomery College – Rockville, MD
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
Selective coursework in Graphic Design & Illustration at Montgomery College
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
High School Diploma at Richard Montgomery High School
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1990

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Other