One Reliable Partner.
You don't need a big agency to get a great website. You need someone who understands your business, knows what works, and is there when you need them.
At Gung Ho Local, we build professional websites that help small businesses look their best, connect with customers, and make the most of every opportunity.
We're a small, independently owned business based in Buffalo, New York, with a straightforward approach: great design, useful technology, honest advice, and personal service.
We Don't Disappear.
There are plenty of ways to get a website these days. But a website launch isn't the end of our relationship. We're here for questions, updates, and improvements.
Work Directly With the Owner
I'm not a salesperson who disappears after the contract is signed. You'll have a direct relationship with the person behind the business.
Decades of Design Experience
I've been working in design since 1997, across print, branding, advertising, and digital projects. I bring that experience to every website.
Less Overhead. More Value.
You shouldn't need a big marketing budget to have a professional online presence. We keep things simple, affordable, and focused.
Simple Pricing & Honest Advice
You'll know which website package you're choosing and what it includes. If a simpler solution fits your business, I'll tell you.
Ongoing Help When You Need It
Whether you're managing the website yourself or relying on us to maintain it for you, you'll have direct access to real, local, friendly support.
One Local Business Helping Another
Born and raised in Buffalo NY, I understand how important relationships, reputation, and word of mouth are to independent local businesses.
You don't need a giant agency or a complicated marketing plan. You need a website that represents your business well — and someone dependable to help you get it right.
Gung Ho Means Work-Together.
And that's exactly how we do business.
The expression "Gung Ho" comes from a Chinese phrase associated with working together. It's a fitting name for a company built around collaboration, enthusiasm, and getting things done.
We believe the best business relationships are partnerships. That means listening to what you need, explaining your options in plain English, and recommending solutions that make sense for your business — not simply selling you more services.
Whether you need a straightforward one-page website or a larger, fully managed SmartSite, we're here to help you find the right fit.
One Reliable Partner. That's how we approach every client relationship.
See What Working Together Can Look Like
From an original logo and pre-launch website to branded merchandise and ongoing customer communication, the T Squared Tees & Taps project shows how a consistent creative partnership can support a growing local business.
Explore the T Squared Case StudyWhy I Started Gung Ho Local.
After years of working in design, marketing, and business technology, I decided to bring that experience together under one company. I launched Gung Ho Local in February 2018 with a focus on helping local businesses establish a professional online presence without the unnecessary complications.
I know what it's like to hustle, with a small budget, big ideas, and an even bigger vision. For over 20 years, I worked in the trenches of small businesses and startups, honing my craft in Graphic Design and Digital Marketing. That's where I discovered my passion: helping small businesses achieve huge results, by combining Creativity and Technology.
Over the years, I've had the opportunity to work with businesses across a wide range of industries — from contractors and home service companies to restaurants, manufacturers, professional offices, and other independent businesses. I've now helped over 100 incredible local business owners build the business they've always imagined.
I've learned that a website doesn't need to be complicated to be effective. It needs to look professional, communicate what makes the business valuable, and make the next step easy. That's why I've chosen to focus Gung Ho Local on what I do best: building and supporting great business websites.
Traditional Agency vs. Gung Ho Local
BIG DESIGN AGENCIES
- $5,000+ upfront cost
- 2-3 months to launch
- You write all content
- $150/hr for basic edits
- Just a digital brochure
GUNG HO LOCAL
- Small setup, flat monthly rate
- Live in about 7 days
- We write your copy for you
- Monthly edits included
- Automated lead capture, follow-ups & reviews.
Your Business Deserves a Partner You Can Count On.
Whether you're starting a new business, replacing an outdated website, or ready for something that does a little more, I'd be happy to share some ideas.
Gung Ho Local -
One Reliable Partner in Buffalo NY
Customers are searching right now. Will they choose YOU?
Let's talk about what a SmartSite could do for your business. No confusing technology, no big agency sales pitch. Just a better website and one reliable local partner.
One Reliable Partner - in Buffalo New York