About Mendo Digital
At Mendo Digital, we combine two decades of industry-honed expertise with a passion for helping small to mid-sized businesses thrive online. Whether it’s boosting discoverability, crafting meaningful content, or building an impactful online presence, our goal is clear: help your business connect with the right audience in a way that’s ethical, effective, and sustainable.
Our Mission
To empower local brands by turning their digital presence into tangible growth—whether that means attracting new customers, strengthening brand awareness, or optimizing conversions.
What We Do
Organic SEO and Local SEO
We conduct thorough SEO audits, research keywords that matter most to your audience, and develop both on-page and technical SEO strategies. Whether your business targets audiences nationwide or locally in northern California, our implementation helps you show up consistently in search results
Website Building and Optimization
We’ve set up and optimized websites on platforms like WordPress, Shopify, and Squarespace as well as worked with enterprise content management systems (CMSs) like Adobe Experience Manager. Our focus is on ensuring that your website is fast, intuitive, and fully equipped to convert visitors into clients.
Marketing Strategy
Behind every successful marketing campaign is a clear strategy. We work with you to define business goals, identify your target audience, analyze competitors, and choose the right mix of channels. We provide you with a focused, practical roadmap to grow your brand with purpose and precision.
Content Writing
Our content is purpose-built—from blog posts and landing pages to buyer guides and FAQ pages, every piece is crafted to inform and inspire. We align content with your brand voice, optimize it for search engines, and structure it to guide prospects toward meaningful engagement and conversion
About Marinela
Marinela founded Mendo Digital in 2016. Previously, she worked as content strategist in the corporate world with high-tech companies such as EMC/Dell, PeopleSoft/Oracle, Wells Fargo, WebTV/Microsoft TV, and Sun Microsystems/Oracle.
She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology, specializing in social psychology, from the University of California in Los Angeles (UCLA). She also holds a fiction writing certificate (with distinction) from UCLA and a marketing strategy certificate from Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management.
Mendo Digital Team
Led by Marinela Miclea, the Mendo Digital team has over 25 years of experience in search engine optimization (SEO), content writing, and digital marketing, helping businesses grow and prosper.
Marinela has received recognition as Local Business Person of the Year for two consecutive years: in 2025 for Fort Bragg, California, and in 2024 for Mendocino, California.
She has also been acknowledged as a community supporter for the past two years.
Why Choose Us
Deep Experience & Strategic Insight
We combine over 25 years of writing, digital strategy, and tech-savvy expertise, blending hands-on know-how with strategic thinking to deliver campaigns that genuinely move the needle.
Values that Run Deep
Trust, transparency, and respect form the heart of our client relationships. We communicate clearly about strategy, scope, and results—ensuring you understand each step we take. We treat client projects with the same care as if they were our own because your success is our success.
Certified & Continuously Learning
We hold certifications in digital marketing, SEO, social media, inbound marketing, and more, empowering us to approach marketing with both analytical precision and human insight.
Local & Regional Focus
We pride ourselves on our clients’ diversity, but are also deeply rooted in Mendocino County. We understand local SEO intricacies, regional audiences, and the challenges small businesses face here. We offer clients personalized attention and real relationships—something larger agencies often miss.
What Our Clients Say
Our client testimonials highlight recurring themes: professionalism, intelligence, care, and real results.
Here’s what recent clients have shared:
Partner with Us… Watch Your Business Grow
Want more people to know about your brand, products, and services? Want to reach more prospective customers? We can help you take your business to the next level. We offer a free consultation to discuss your content needs and how we can help you achieve your goals.