Mark B Marquis
Owner & Local Visibility Expert @Mark B Marquis & Co
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WORK HISTORY
Owner & Local Visibility Expert @Mark B Marquis & Co
Windham, NH, US
Fourteen years ago, I left the corporate world to start Commerce Forge, with a goal to become a digital leader that companies turn to when they need someone who understands both technical complexities and business outcomes. I wanted to be more than just a vendor; I aimed to be a trusted advisor who could translate “we need to grow online” into actionable strategies.Over the past 14 years, we have served 60-70 clients across a variety of industries—including manufacturing, apparel, retail, and nonprofits. What they all had in common was that they felt stuck. Their revenue had plateaued, conversion rates were stagnant, and marketplace fees were eating into their margins. They needed someone to diagnose the real problems and provide solutions.Here are some of the results we have delivered for our clients- Annual revenue increases of 30%-200%- A 15-year client relationship that evolved from a side project to a multi-million dollar brand with three locations- Significant conversion breakthroughs, raising rates from 3% to over 6% through systematic conversion rate optimization (CRO)- Six- and seven-figure revenue gainsWe\'ve embraced AI technologies, utilizing automated content generation, predictive analytics, AI-driven SEO, and intelligent process automation. Early adoption of these tools gives our clients a competitive edge while others are still figuring out the basics.What I’ve learned over the years is that companies don’t need more features or unnecessary complexity; they need clarity, focus, and execution. Client success is deeply personal to me—when their revenue grows, I genuinely feel it. This is why our relationships span years, not just months.
EDUCATION
University of New England
Certificate, Unix System Administration
Keesler Air Force Base / Air Force University
Certificate, Computer Communications Specialist
University of Maine
Bachelor of Science, EDUCATION
University of Maine
BA, English, Education, Psychology
SKILLS
ABOUT MARK B MARQUIS
For 20+ years, I\'ve helped e-commerce and online businesses turn underperforming digital operations into revenue engines, achieving 30-200% growth for 70+ clients across platforms such as Magento, Shopify, and BigCommerce.In 2011, I founded Commerce Forge and spent 15 years as the person companies called when conversion rates plateaued, marketplace expansion stalled, or technology investments failed to deliver returns. I built long-term relationships, grew businesses into multi-million-dollar revenue streams, and operated as an internal digital leader rather than a vendor.In 2026, I closed Commerce Forge and launched something new.603 Circle is a local business ecosystem built on a simple insight: strong communities create strong commerce, and strong commerce strengthens communities. After two decades of watching small businesses struggle with visibility and experiencing firsthand how broken systems create cycles that hurt families and local economies, I decided to stop just optimizing websites and start building infrastructure.Today I\'m building three connected platforms — SNHLocal.com (a free community business directory), MarkBMarquis.com (affordable digital marketing and SEO for small businesses), and ReviewSNH.com (a local review platform, coming soon) — all powered by AI tools tailored to specific small-business needs.I still bring everything I\'ve always brought: strategy, execution, honest insights, and results. Now with a bigger mission behind it.Open to strategic consulting engagements, advisory roles, and partnerships with organizations aligned with strengthening local business communities.
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