Mendocino, CA / March 11, 2024 – In recognition of her efforts to support fellow entrepreneurs and contribute meaningfully to the local business community, Marinela Miclea, founder of Mendo Digital, has been named 2024 Local Business Person of the Year in Mendocino, California by Alignable.
This award, part of Alignable’s annual contest highlighting stand-out small business owners across North America, got more than 309,000 votes and over 64,000 recommendations across 4,820 communities in the U.S. and Canada. The contest ran from January 8 to February 23, 2024. 8.7 million Alignable members were asked to designate for the award local business leaders who had gone above and beyond in performing business services.
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Marinela Miclea leads Mendo Digital, a digital marketing and communications consultancy, specializing in online optimization. Her peers praised Marinela for her commitment to sharing knowledge, referring others, and lending support during an economically challenging year.
As part of the recognition, Marinela received a special badge on her Alignable profile, designed to help strengthen professional connections and broaden her network further. Alignable’s CEO, Eric Groves, noted that winners often see an increase in referrals and community engagement following the award.
About Alignable
The largest online business networking platform for business owners in the U.S. and Canada, Alignable has 8.7 million members across over 35,000 communities. It’s the network where business owners come together to connect locally, meet peers in their industries, or get referrals for business services they need.
About Mendo Digital
Mendo Digital serves clients in a variety of industries throughout North America with a focus on effective, ethical, and strategic marketing best practices. Our 2024 local business recognition underscores how small business owners can lead by example, supporting both our clients and their communities.
