Assertive Media

Our People

Meet Our Team

The talented individuals behind Assertive's success. Hover over team members to learn more about their expertise.

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  • Daniel Foley Carter

    Daniel Foley Carter

    Founder / Senior SEO

    SEO

    Daniel Foley Carter is one of the founders of Assertive. Daniel's SEO expertise dates back to 1998/1999 so with over 24+ years of experience Daniel is able to deliver across all aspects of SEO - with strong technical, strategic & analytical skills.

  • Carl Panepinto

    Carl Panepinto

    Senior Account Manager

    MANAGEMENT

    Carl is one of the lead account managers at Assertive - dealing with account management, client satisfaction, reviewing overall delivery as well as business QC.

  • Kelvin Graham

    Kelvin Graham

    Writer and Copy Editor

    CONTENT

    Kelvin specializes in creating high-quality SEO content and copy that drives organic traffic and conversions.

  • Nely Mihaylova

    Nely Mihaylova

    SEO Specialist / Link Outreach

    SEO

    Nely focuses on technical SEO optimization and strategic link building campaigns for our clients.

  • Hannah O'Neill

    Hannah O'Neill

    SEO Copywriter

    SEO

    Hannah creates compelling, SEO-optimized content that engages audiences and drives results.

  • Hassan Usmani

    Hassan Usmani

    HARO & Featured Link Builder

    SEO

    Hassan specializes in HARO campaigns and building high-quality featured links for our clients.

  • Mike Ruiz

    Mike Ruiz

    Technical SEO Specialist

    SEO

    Mike focuses on technical SEO audits, site optimization, and resolving complex technical challenges.

  • George Hill

    George Hill

    PPC Specialist

    PPC

    George manages and optimizes pay-per-click campaigns to maximize ROI and drive qualified traffic.

  • Laura Wakeham

    Laura Wakeham

    Content Writer

    CONTENT

    Laura creates engaging, high-quality content that resonates with audiences and supports SEO objectives.

  • Samantha Carter

    Samantha Carter

    Link Specialist

    SEO

    Samantha specializes in building high-authority backlinks and developing strategic link acquisition campaigns.

  • Aly Johnson

    Aly Johnson

    Head of Content

    CONTENT

    Aly leads our content strategy and oversees the creation of compelling content across all client campaigns.

  • Muhammad Usman Siddiqui

    Muhammad Usman Siddiqui

    Senior SEO Account Manager

    SEO

    Muhammad manages complex SEO accounts and ensures delivery of strategic objectives for enterprise clients.

  • Ivy Berezo

    Ivy Berezo

    SEO Specialist

    SEO

    Ivy specializes in comprehensive SEO strategies and optimization techniques for improved search visibility.

  • John Seneca

    John Seneca

    Lead Developer

    DEVELOPMENT

    John leads our development team and implements technical solutions to support SEO and client objectives.

  • John Kyprianou

    John Kyprianou

    SEO Lead

    SEO

    John leads strategic SEO initiatives and manages complex optimization projects for key client accounts.

  • Stefan Krčelić

    Stefan Krčelić

    SEO Lead

    SEO

    Stefan leads advanced SEO strategies and implements data-driven optimization approaches for client success.

  • Susie Davids

    Susie Davids

    Content Writer

    CONTENT

    Susie creates compelling content that drives engagement and supports comprehensive SEO strategies.

  • Ram Karri

    Ram Karri

    Lead Developer

    DEVELOPMENT

    Ram leads technical development projects and ensures seamless integration of SEO and development practices.

  • Siya Hamdi

    Siya Hamdi

    Development Manager

    DEVELOPMENT

    Siya heads up the development management for Assertive's software development including SEO Stack.

  • Joe Williams

    Joe Williams

    SEO Lead

    SEO

    Joe Williams is one of the SEO leads at Assertive providing comprehensive SEO support for clients including SEO audits & SEO training.

  • HH

    Hassan Heydari

    Lead Developer

    DEVELOPMENT

    Hassan is one of Assertive's lead developers, responsible for building out the SEO Stack infrastructure as well as supporting in-house projects.

  • Divyanshu Abri

    Divyanshu Abri

    Lead Developer

    DEVELOPMENT

    Divyanshu is one of the lead developers working on Assertive projects as well as supporting website development.

What Drives Us

Our team is united by a shared commitment to delivering exceptional results

  • Data-Driven

    Every decision is backed by data, research, and measurable outcomes.

  • Transparent

    Honest reporting, clear communication, and no hidden agendas.

  • Collaborative

    We work as an extension of your team, not a disconnected agency.

  • Results-Focused

    We measure success by the growth we deliver for your business.

Want to Work With Us?

Whether you are looking for a partner to grow your business or want to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

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Market Intelligence

From the Assertive blog

Field notes on AI search, technical SEO and paid media - written by the people delivering the work.

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How SEO Helps Hospitality Brands Increase Direct BookingsSEO

How SEO Helps Hospitality Brands Increase Direct Bookings

In this post we'll show you how SEO helps hospitality brands increase direct bookings. Whether you're a local guest house, a national restaurant, or international hospitality service, you'll know how to reduce expensive commission fees and grow a successful brand.

Daniel Foley Carter

Daniel Foley CarterSEO Specialist

20 July 2026

How SEO Builds Trust for Home Service BusinessesSEO

How SEO Builds Trust for Home Service Businesses

In this post, we'll explain how SEO builds trust for home service businesses and strategies you can use to attract leads

Aly Johnson

Aly JohnsonHead of Content

19 July 2026

SEO Ranking Factors for 2026 - What you need to knowSEO

SEO Ranking Factors for 2026 - What you need to know

In this article I cover the most important ranking factors for 2026, what you need to know, what you should be paying attention to and more.

Daniel Foley Carter

Daniel Foley CarterSEO Specialist

17 July 2026

Why Healthcare Providers Need SEO More Than Ever in 2026INDUSTRY

Why Healthcare Providers Need SEO More Than Ever in 2026

Word-of-mouth referrals are no longer an end goal but a starting point in each person's journey to find suitable support.

Hannah O'neill

Hannah O'neillSEO Copywriter

16 July 2026

How SEO Helps Private Clinics Generate More Patient EnquiriesSEO

How SEO Helps Private Clinics Generate More Patient Enquiries

SEO for healthcare providers is, therefore, an essential investment. Because if you're not showing up in these searches, you're missing out on patients who are actively seeking support.

Hannah O'neill

Hannah O'neillSEO Copywriter

16 July 2026

Why Law Firms Cannot Rely on Referrals Alone AnymoreSEO

Why Law Firms Cannot Rely on Referrals Alone Anymore

Find out why in this guide, as we explore the impacts of the referral trap and the steps you can take to generate consistent leads.

Aly Johnson

Aly JohnsonHead of Content

16 July 2026

How SEO Helps Solicitors Compete in Local SearchSEO

How SEO Helps Solicitors Compete in Local Search

Local SEO helps solicitors appear where prospective clients are already searching for legal support.

Daniel Foley Carter

Daniel Foley CarterSEO Specialist

15 July 2026

SEO Strategies That Generate High-Intent Legal LeadsSEO

SEO Strategies That Generate High-Intent Legal Leads

Law firms face intense competition, and generating website traffic isn't enough. You need to attract the right traffic.

Hannah O'neill

Hannah O'neillSEO Copywriter

14 July 2026

Why Family Law Firms Need SEO for Long-Term GrowthSEO

Why Family Law Firms Need SEO for Long-Term Growth

In this post, we'll explore the importance of SEO for family law services and how it can enhance your enquiries.

Aly Johnson

Aly JohnsonHead of Content

14 July 2026

Writing Medical Content for SEO - The Do's and Don'tsCONTENT

Writing Medical Content for SEO - The Do's and Don'ts

In this article I cover the do's and don'ts of writing medical content for SEO, the things to consider, be aware of along with a downloadable checklist.

Daniel Foley Carter

Daniel Foley CarterSEO Specialist

13 July 2026

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