9 Clouds

08/31/2026

We’re feeling pretty proud over here! 🎉

Two of our own — Tessa and Betsy — have been nominated for YPN’s Four Under 40!

Both of these women bring so much talent, leadership, heart, and energy to 9 Clouds, and we couldn’t think of two people more deserving of the recognition. We’re lucky to have them on our team and excited to cheer them on! 👏

Congratulations to Tessa, Betsy, and all of this year’s nominees! 💙

08/08/2026

This is what making a difference in your community looks like. 💙

A huge congratulations to Mark Fonder and Jesse Severson of Hungry Hearts on receiving the South Dakota Community Service Award!

The work these two are doing goes far beyond providing meals. They’re showing up for kids and families in Sioux Falls, filling gaps where they see them, and making sure students in our community feel cared for and supported.

We’ve had the privilege of getting to know Hungry Hearts a little better recently through our Marketing from the Heart program, and it’s impossible not to be inspired by the heart behind their work. This recognition is so well deserved.

Congratulations, Mark and Jesse — and thank you for everything you continue to do for Sioux Falls!

08/03/2026

🤖 Plot twist: AI didn't steal our jobs, it stole the repetitive tasks. 😉

Our own Angie Vognild is pulling back the curtain on how the 9 Clouds team is using AI in 2026. From automating workflows and organizing meeting notes to brainstorming ideas and boosting productivity, all while keeping strategy and creativity firmly in human hands.

Curious how a digital marketing agency is actually using AI? Check out Angie's latest blog! 👇

9 Clouds uses AI tools like Granola, Zapier, and TextExpander to save time, improve workflows, and deliver better results for our clients.

07/30/2026

Not all Meta ad metrics deserve a gold star. ⭐

Our own John Nelson breaks down which Facebook (Meta) ad benchmarks actually matter for automotive dealerships and why metrics like link click-through rate tell a much clearer story than vanity metrics ever will.

If you're wondering whether your dealership's Meta ads are really performing, this blog is worth the read. 👇

Automotive Meta benchmarks for dealers in 2026 include link clicks, lead forms, and offline sales — not just clicks and engagement.

07/27/2026

🌟 Strategy Spotlight: Turning Challenges Into Growth 🌟

This quarter’s spotlight goes to Jamie for tackling a complex project that required problem-solving, adaptability, and a lot of curiosity.

What started as a routine update quickly became a deeper dive into campaign structure, strategy, and troubleshooting. Jamie worked through the challenges, found solutions, built a stronger path forward, and gained valuable insights along the way.

It wasn’t always a straight line, but those are often the moments where the biggest learning happens. Way to embrace the challenge and keep growing, Jamie! 👏

07/23/2026

⚖️ Think Google Ads compliance is just about getting your ad approved? Think again.

Our own Jamie Johnson breaks down the common Google Ads compliance mistakes law firms make. From ad copy and landing pages to targeting settings. She also shares simple tips to help keep your campaigns running smoothly.

If you're marketing a law firm, this is one blog you'll want to bookmark. 👇

Is your law firm having trouble with Google Ads results or stay compliant? Here's why legal campaigns get flagged and what you can do.

07/07/2026

Remember when all you had to worry about was SEO?

Yeah... those were simpler times. 😅

Now there's SEO, AEO, GEO, XEO and it seems like marketing invents a new acronym every month.

The good news? They all have the same goal: helping your business get found by the right people at the right time.

🥣 SEO = Get found in search engines.
🤖 AEO = Become the answer AI recommends.
📍 GEO = Show up in local search and AI summaries.
📱 XEO = Be discoverable on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.

Still feeling like it's alphabet soup? Grab a spoon and dig in. 👇

Have you been seeing the new SEO acronyms, like AEO, GEO, and XEO, online lately? Here's what they mean & how they're different from SEO.

07/02/2026

🇺🇸 Red, white, blue, and out of office.

Celebrating 250 years of independence with fireworks, family time, and maybe one too many hot dogs. 🌭

⏰ Today: Closing at 3 PM for Summer Hours
📅 Friday, July 3: Office closed in observance of Independence Day

Wishing our clients, partners, and friends a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend! 🇺🇸

07/01/2026

Your HubSpot subscription called...

It wants you to use the features you're already paying for. 👀

Before you invest in another marketing tool, make sure you're getting the most out of the one you have.

Jordan Maxfield highlights five underrated HubSpot features that can help you:
⭐ Improve Google Ads performance
⭐ Personalize lead forms
⭐ Save your team time
⭐ Repurpose content with AI
⭐ Increase your visibility in AI search

Because paying for 100% of HubSpot and using 30% of it isn't exactly a winning strategy.

Read the blog:

Stop paying for HubSpot features you aren't using. Discover 5 simple tools that will save your team time and help you find better customers.