Month-to-Month Contracts · Ankeny, Iowa
More leads from your website. Not more marketing jargon.
Websites, SEO, and digital marketing for Ankeny, Des Moines, and Central Iowa businesses. Thirty years of experience, month-to-month, and you talk to me — not a sales rep.
See your new site before you buy it
We'll build you a free mockup before you spend a dollar.
We use your details only to prepare your mockup. No lists, no resale.
You'll hear from me, Marcus, within 48 hours. Not a sales rep, not an account manager.
Thirty years in marketing, since before Google existed. Show me what you're doing now and I'll tell you where I see opportunities.
- Google rating
- 5.0
- Google reviews
- 27
- BBB accredited
- A+
- 2026 Platinum Winner
- 4×
2026 CommunityVotes Ankeny — Platinum Winner in four categories
Everything else we do, and what each one is actually for.
Eight services, and a plain answer for each one about what it produces. If a conversation ends with us telling you that you do not need one of these, that is a good outcome.
The Flagship
Website Design
A website is not a brochure you tick off a list. It is where every other thing we do sends people, which is why we build it as part of a marketing strategy rather than as a standalone project.
See what your new website could look like — free.
- A free mockup before you spend a dollar
- Flat project fee based on the size of the site, not hourly
- Most sites launch in 2–4 weeks
- You own everything — domain, design, and content
Not sure which of these you need?
That's the conversation we like having. Bring the problem, not the solution.
Case Study
A dentist who was invisible, and then was not.
Cosmetic dentist, Des Moines
The practice had a website that looked current and produced very little. The real problem was not the visual design. It was that the site gave equal weight to every service, so the treatments worth the most to the practice were buried alongside routine cleanings, and none of the surrounding suburbs had a page that spoke to them at all.
What we did
- Reorganised the site around high-value treatments — cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, implants and veneers
- Rebuilt the service architecture so each treatment had a page that could rank on its own
- Built local pages for Clive, West Des Moines, Waukee and Urbandale
- Cleaned up the technical SEO holding the site back
- Improved internal linking so authority reached the pages that needed it
- Added ongoing content on a steady schedule rather than in bursts
Local pages built for Clive, West Des Moines, Waukee, Urbandale.
The result
The No. 1 Google result for an important local search.
The relationship did not end at launch. It expanded from a website project into ongoing SEO, content, and local pages, because the website was the starting point of a marketing strategy rather than the whole of one.
That started with a conversation. Yours can too.
No pitch deck, no pressure, and no obligation at the end of it.
What business owners say
These are real Google reviews, shown as excerpts because that is how much of each one we can quote here. Every card links to the full review. 5.0 from 27 reviews.
- Years in marketing
- 30+
- Google rating
- 5.0
- Google reviews
- 27
- Of businesses served
- Hundreds
Central Iowa
Where we work
We're based in Ankeny and work across the Des Moines metro. Each of these has a page written for it specifically, with real neighborhoods and real corridors rather than a city name dropped into a template.
The team
Two people. That is the whole agency, and it is the point.
You will not be handed to a junior account manager, because there is not one. Marcus does the strategy and Christina does the design, and you talk to both of them.
Marcus Pitts
Owner
Thirty years in marketing, since before Google existed. Marcus has helped hundreds of businesses build campaigns that pay for themselves, and what distinguishes him is his ability to quickly identify what a client actually needs and turn it into a strategy worth running.
- 30+ Years Experience
- Hundreds of Clients Served
- BBB of Greater Iowa Columnist
- Ankeny Business Journal Contributor
- Results-Driven Strategies
Christina Pitts
Lead Designer
Christina is the lead designer at Royal Palm Marketing, where she brings brands to life through smart, stylish visual design. With a background in graphic arts and a degree in marketing, she specializes in logos, print materials, and digital assets that help small businesses look like themselves at their best.
- Logo Design
- Print Materials
- Digital Assets
- Brand Identity
- Graphic Arts Background
Why us
Why business owners pick us
Most of these are answers to something a business owner said to us first.
We will tell you what we actually think.
Even when the answer isn't something we sell. If your money is better spent somewhere other than with us, we would rather say so than take a month of it and hope you don't notice.
No long-term contracts.
Ongoing work is month-to-month. We earn your business every month. If that stops being true, you should be able to leave without a penalty clause.
You should understand what you are paying for.
Reporting is in plain English and tied to calls and forms, not impressions and reach. If a number in your report does not mean anything to your business, it should not be in your report.
You talk to the person doing the thinking.
Thirty years of experience is only useful if you can reach it. You'll hear from Marcus within 48 hours — not a sales rep, not an account manager.
See it before you buy it.
For qualified businesses we'll build a free mockup of your new website. It is the only honest way to answer the question everyone is really asking, which is whether we are any good.
Flat project fee, not hourly.
Website work is a flat project fee based on the size and complexity of the site, usually split into two payments. Ongoing support and routine updates are part of the relationship, so you are not billed every time you need a small change.
FAQ
Questions we get asked first
Six of the twenty on our FAQ page, which is worth a read if you are comparing options.
How much does it cost to build a small business website in Iowa?
The cost of a small business website in Iowa depends on the number of pages, the features you need, and whether the site is brand new or a redesign. Most small businesses do not need a large custom website to get results. They need a clean, professional site that loads fast, works well on mobile, and makes it easy for people to call, book, or request a quote. Royal Palm Marketing focuses on affordable website design for Iowa businesses, so you can get a polished website that supports growth without paying for features you do not need.
How fast can I get a website built for my business?
A small business website can often be launched in days or weeks when the process is simple and organized. The timeline usually depends on how many pages are needed, how quickly content is gathered, and whether the project is a new build or a redesign. Many business owners assume getting a website live will take months, but that is not always the case. Royal Palm Marketing keeps the process practical and efficient so Iowa businesses can get online faster, look more professional, and start generating leads sooner.
What does a small business website need to actually get leads?
A lead-generating website should clearly explain what you do, where you work, and how people can contact you. It should also load quickly, work well on phones, include clear calls to action, and build trust with service details, reviews, and strong local information. Many small business websites look fine but do not guide visitors toward the next step. A good website should make it easy for someone to call, fill out a form, or request a quote. That is the difference between a website that exists and one that works.
What is local SEO and does my small business really need it?
Local SEO helps your business show up when people search for services in your area. That includes local search results, Google Maps, and searches connected to city names or nearby service terms. For small businesses, local SEO is one of the most practical ways to attract qualified traffic because it puts you in front of people already looking for what you offer. If your business serves Des Moines, Ankeny, West Des Moines, or surrounding communities, local SEO matters. It helps make sure nearby customers can actually find you.
How long does local SEO take to work for a small business?
Local SEO usually takes a few months to show meaningful movement, and stronger results often build over time. The timeline depends on your market, competition, website quality, Google Business Profile strength, and how much work has already been done. It is better to think of local SEO as a steady improvement process rather than a quick fix. When the right work is done consistently, it keeps adding value. Royal Palm Marketing helps Iowa businesses focus on the local SEO tasks most likely to improve visibility, map presence, and long-term lead flow.
Is it better to hire a local marketing agency or try to do marketing myself?
Hiring a local marketing agency is often the better choice when you want faster progress, more consistency, and less trial and error. Doing it yourself can work for basic tasks, but most business owners do not have the time to manage website updates, SEO, Google Business Profile work, and content strategy well on their own. A local agency also understands your market and the communities you serve. Royal Palm Marketing works with Iowa small businesses that want affordable, hands-on help and a more personal experience than a large agency usually provides.
Still have a question?
Ask Marcus directly. Thirty years of answers, and no charge for the first one.
Ankeny, Iowa
See what your new website could look like.
Free mockup before you spend a dollar. Flat project fee, not hourly, usually split into two payments. Month-to-month on everything ongoing — no long-term contracts.
You'll hear from Marcus within 48 hours.