Digital Marketing Made Ezzey

Scaling Success for Grimaldi's Pizzeria

30-Day Local SEO & Data Foundation Plan
Discovery

Days 1-7: Vendor & analytics access, GA4/Tag Audit, data setup framework, store-by-store GBP audit

Quick-Win Execution

Days 8-22: Business profile setup, local SEO structure evaluation, website local execution

Data Integration

Days 23-30: Consolidate data, create dashboards, draft Restaurant & CPG Master Marketing Plans

Executive Summary
The Challenge

Accelerate digital performance across 47 U.S. restaurant locations and retail pasta-sauce line with an aggressive 30-day sprint.

The Approach

Build data infrastructure, fix critical Google Business Profile and local SEO gaps, deliver Master Marketing Plans for both restaurants & CPG.

The Outcome

GBP accuracy ≥85%, organic search impressions +50%, tracked calls/orders +15%, and measurable lunch-daypart lift at under-performing stores.

Objectives & Success Metrics
Discovery Phase (Days 1-7)
Vendor & Analytics Access

Secure access to all digital platforms and analytics tools to begin comprehensive audit.

Data Setup Framework

Establish Data Setup → Collection → Intelligence pipeline framework for unified insights.

Store-by-Store Audit

Complete GBP & directory audit revealing baseline scores averaging 59% listings / 24% SEO.

Quick-Win Execution (Days 8-22)
Business Profile Setup

Bulk-verify & standardize NAP for 47 stores, push to 70+ directories via Ezzey software with weekly re-sync.

Local SEO Structure

Convert location pages to SEO-friendly sub-domains with on-page optimization (title, H1, schema, ADA compliance).

Website Local Execution

Deploy first wave of onsite updates across 47 sites and implement Lunch-Offer landing-page template with single CTA.

Data Integration & MMP Draft (Days 23-30)
Consolidate Data

Integrate POS, Olo, DreamBox, social & ad spend into Looker Studio for unified insights.

Create Dashboards

Build vendor overlay dashboards for DreamBox, Rewards Network, and other partners.

Draft MMPs

Create Restaurant & CPG Master Marketing Plans with budget models and media-mix recommendations.

Present Findings

Share insights and next-step budget options for 45 & 60-day execution phases.

Future Growth Levers (60-Day Preview as Next Steps)
Micro-Influencer Bursts

Hyper-local creators showcase lunch specials and pasta-sauce recipes on TikTok & Instagram.

SMS/Loyalty Flows

Capture GBP visitors into text club with automated bounce-back and birthday offers.

Geo-Conquesting

Mobile-ID retargeting of diners seen at rival pizza chains within a 2-mile radius.

Lunch Accelerator

Day-parted Google Local Ads + GBP posts once capacity insights confirm available seats.

Investment Breakdown (Initial 30 Days)

Total investment for first 30 days: $150,900 with $14,100 in recurring monthly costs for software licensing & iterative SEO improvements for all 47 stores.

ROI Snapshot - Search-Driven Revenue Potential
$720K
Annual Revenue

At 0.5% conversion rate

$1.44M
Annual Revenue

At 1.0% conversion rate

$2.88M
Annual Revenue

At 2.0% conversion rate

$8.64M
Annual Revenue

At 3.0% conversion rate (100K searches)

Based on "Pizza Near Me" searches with $240 average spend per guest (4 visits × $60) against $159,800 annual cost. For each $1 invested, this generates $5-$54 in revenue.

ROI Snapshot - Just One Search-Driven Revenue Potential

Monthly search data shows massive revenue potential from optimizing local SEO and Google Business Profile listings to 85%+ accuracy.

Calculations assume each converted searcher returns four times yearly at $60 average ticket, demonstrating significant revenue headroom.

Sample Findings: High-Priority Stores Needing Attention

They need help to get seen when people are searching on phones and computers

Raising these locations to 85%+ accuracy alone is projected to add ≈50,000 incremental monthly search impressions, translating to ~$2.8M in annual revenue.

Data-Driven Methodology
Data Setup

Unify GA4, POS, Olo & vendor feeds

Data Collection

Automate daily pulls; normalize to store-level

Data Intelligence

Create Looker dashboards for key metrics

Data Interpretation

Weekly insights deck highlighting highest ROI levers

Execution

Iterative tests tied to clear metrics

Why Ezzey
Multi-Location Mastery

Proven framework for >500 franchise units

Full-Stack Data & Creative

Strategy, tech & production under one roof

Fail-Fast, Win-Fast

30-day sprints reveal what works before large media bets

Transparent Economics

Fixed foundational costs; performance-based media options

Next Steps & Approval
Authorize Initial Investment

$150,900 for 30-day sprint (invoice & ACH details attached)

Payment Schedule

$78k due at kickoff; remaining balance net-15 following project start

Kick-Off Call

Align assets, access & success metrics

Weekly Touchpoints

Rapid feedback loops every Friday

Day 30 Read-Out

Present dashboards, quick-win results & 60-day expansion plan

Critical GBP Gaps by Location

The chart highlights locations with the most critical Google Business Profile gaps, showing both listing accuracy and SEO scores that need immediate attention.

Grimaldi's Local SEO Opportunity Analysis
Visibility Gap

Only 43% of locations appear in local map packs when customers search nearby.

Mobile Experience

85% of local searches happen on phones where visibility is critical.

Competitor Analysis

Leading competitors capture 3x more local search impressions across key markets.

Growth Potential

Optimized locations show 60-90% higher foot traffic within first 90 days.

Correcting these foundational issues will unlock immediate visibility gains across all markets, particularly in underperforming locations identified earlier.


Grimaldi's Local SEO Opportunity Is Untapped
Current Visibility

Many Grimaldi's locations are missing from local search results due to poor GBP optimization and inconsistent NAP information.

Optimization Impact

Properly optimized GBP listings can dramatically increase visibility in "near me" searches and Google Maps results.

Search Volume

High-volume pizza-related searches represent significant untapped potential for driving foot traffic to underperforming locations.

Master Marketing Plan Components
Local SEO Strategy

Location-specific keyword targeting, GBP optimization, and directory syndication.

Audience Segmentation

Targeting strategies for lunch crowds, dinner patrons, and retail sauce buyers.

Content Calendar

Coordinated GBP posts, social media, and email campaigns aligned with promotions.

Performance Metrics

KPI tracking framework with store-level and corporate dashboards.

Budget Allocation

Data-driven spending recommendations based on location performance and opportunity.

Next steps after 30 days
Lunch Daypart Acceleration Strategy
The Challenge

Many Grimaldi's locations show significant underperformance during lunch hours, with capacity utilization below 40% despite prime locations in business districts.

The Solution

Targeted lunch-specific marketing using day-parted Google Local Ads, GBP posts highlighting quick-service lunch options, and geo-targeted mobile ads to nearby office workers.

  • Day-parted Google Local Ads
  • Lunch-specific GBP posts
  • Geo-targeted mobile ads
  • Office worker promotions
Next steps after 30 days
Add Retail Pasta Sauce Integration Plan
Current Retail Presence

Grimaldi's pasta sauce is currently available in select high-end grocery stores but lacks digital integration with restaurant marketing efforts.

Cross-Promotion Opportunities

Digital coupons delivered to shoppers detected at AJ's, Whole Foods & high-end grocers can drive both in-store purchases and restaurant visits.

eCommerce Integration

Adding eCommerce functionality to the Grimaldi's website would enable direct sauce sales and create opportunities for restaurant/retail bundle promotions.

Recipe Content Strategy

Developing recipe content featuring the pasta sauce creates multiple touchpoints across social media, email, and the website while driving retail sales.

Ready to Ignite Local Demand & Sales?

Let's transform Grimaldi's digital presence across all 47 locations and build a plan to boost your retail pasta sauce line with our data-driven approach.

The 30-day sprint starts now!