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SEO Lead
Sam Kowalski
Sam leads search at Nuxa. Former SEO lead at two restaurant tech companies, he focuses on the local-pack mechanics, schema, and content patterns that move ranking for independent operators competing against chains.
Technical SEOLocal searchSchema markup
Posts by Sam
- Apr 15, 2026 · MarketingHow much does a restaurant website cost in 2026? Real quotes from 60 agenciesWe collected price quotes from 60 agencies and freelancers across the US, UK, and Australia. Here's what restaurants are actually paying — and what's worth paying for.Read post
- Feb 15, 2026 · Local SEOWhy independent restaurants beat chains on Google Maps (and how to copy the playbook)In 14 of the 20 largest US metros, independent restaurants now outrank national chains in the local 3-pack. Here's why — and the chain playbook worth copying back.Read post