The Viable Source

Based in Hillsboro, Oregon, this small digital marketing agency works with businesses across the Portland area, focusing on helping local companies get found in both traditional and AI-driven search. With a team of ten or fewer, the agency positions itself at the intersection of established search marketing and newer AI search tools, serving clients who need visibility across Google, Bing, and generative AI platforms alongside conventional channels. The service list spans Answer Engine Optimization and Generative Engine Optimization, aimed at getting businesses cited by tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews through structured content, alongside standard SEO built on technical audits, content quality, and link building described as earned rather than bought. Paid media is covered through PPC management across Google Ads, Bing Ads, and social platforms with monthly reporting, while social media management includes content, community management, and paid campaigns. Additional offerings include Google Local SEO for map and local search visibility, website development on modern frameworks starting at $2,500, website upgrades and audits, ongoing maintenance from $300 per month, email marketing with campaign copy and automated sequences from $250 per month, content marketing built around buyer search topics, conversion rate optimization through testing of page structure and forms, and brand identity work covering logos, color palettes, and typography starting at $1,000. Analytics and reporting are included in all retainer arrangements.