Helping wedding suppliers

get found online,

win more enquiries,

and grow their business.

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Time is short.

Your brand voice matters.

Let’s make sure couples hear it.

The Problems We Can Solve

Running a wedding business is time-consuming. Between clients, admin, and events, there’s little time left for marketing. Many suppliers struggle with:

  • Not showing up on Google searches

  • Social media that feels like shouting into the void

  • Websites that look good but don’t generate enough enquiries

  • Slow enquiry responses losing them bookings

  • Confusing or missing calls-to-action

That’s where MetroGnome Marketing comes in...

I understand both sides:

  • As a digital marketer, I know how to make websites, social media, and ads perform.

  • As a wedding supplier, I know the challenges of competing for attention, converting enquiries, and winning bookings.

That combination means I can give you clear, actionable advice that isn’t just “textbook marketing”, it’s rooted in the reality of the wedding industry.

At MetroGnome Marketing, my mission is simple: Help suppliers save time, attract more couples, and book more weddings.

Why Work With Me?

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“Hi, I’m Steve Clifford, the founder of MetroGnome Marketing. I help wedding suppliers grow their businesses by making their digital marketing work smarter, not harder."

About Me

🎓 Diploma in Digital Marketing – Digital Marketing Institute

12+ years’ experience working across SEO, social media, paid ads, content marketing, and digital strategy.

Owner of Flog the Dog, an award-winning wedding band.

Hands-on experience working with wedding suppliers across the industry.
Consulting with industry leaders to gain crucial marketing insights from bands to DJs, wedding bloggers and more.

Built Trad Wedding Bands, a successful wedding directory for niche wedding bands,
giving me insider knowledge on how couples search, compare, and choose suppliers online.

The Free Digital Audit

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Before we talk strategy, we start with a free digital audit.
This audit covers:

  • Website user experience & calls-to-action

  • SEO & AI optimisation (AIO)

  • Social media presence and activity

You’ll receive a clear, no-fluff report outlining what’s working, what’s not, and where you can improve.

Core Services

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SEO Strategy & Implementation

Get found when couples search for suppliers like you.

AI Optimisation (AIO)

Stay ahead by preparing your content for AI-driven search engines and voice queries.

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Social Media Strategy

Create a content plan that engages couples and drives enquiries.

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Sales Funnel & Conversion Review

Streamline your enquiry process to increase bookings.

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Content & Messaging Support

Blog posts, enquiry packs, proposal templates, and email nurture sequences.

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Portfolio

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    Trad Wedding Bands

    Trad Wedding Bands is the only wedding directory dedicated to showcasing Irish Style Wedding Bands, Acts and Groups.

    The directory is the definitive list of Irish Wedding Band playing Trad, Folk, Celtic Rock, Céilí and more. 

    Top search for keywords on Google ✅

    Lead generator ✅

    Visit Website
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    Controversial All Stars - Wedding Band

    Rebuilt the bands website from scratch.

    Implemented social media strategies and CRM tools to manage enquires.

    SEO Optimised ✅

    Lead conversions ✅

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  • Logo of Arklight, a wedding band.

    Arklight Wedding Band

    Implemented SEO and developed the bands website for better user experience.

    Lead generation strategies.

    CRM management ✅

    Competitor ranking ✅

    Google Ranking ✅

    Visit Website
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    Poulaphouca Pitch and Putt Club

    Designed the clubs website.

    Implemented SEO and lead generation strategies.

    Setup online automation for memberships.

    Evergreen tool for club activities ✅

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Additional Services
For suppliers who want to go further:

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    Google Business Profile Optimisation

    Appear in local searches and map results.

  • Digital illustration of two social media posts, one with a video play button and the other with an image icon, over a light pink circular background.

    Video & Reels Strategy

    Tailored short-form video ideas that work for weddings.

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    Chatbot & Automation Setup

    Instant replies on Messenger or WhatsApp.

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    Styled Shoot / Collaboration Guidance

    How to leverage styled shoots to reach more couples.

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    Seasonal Marketing Strategy

    Capitalise on peak booking seasons (Jan, Feb, Sep).

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    Competitor Benchmarking Reports

    See how you compare in your niche.

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    Reputation & Reviews Strategy

    Collect, display, and market your best reviews.

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    Analytics & Tracking Setup

    GA4, Microsoft Clarity, enquiry tracking, and form-fill insights.

Ready to get more enquiries?

The truth is:

  • A stunning website doesn’t guarantee enquiries.

  • Social media likes don’t always turn into bookings.

  • Slow or generic replies can cost you the couple.

That’s where I can help. With over 12 years in digital marketing, and as the owner of an award-winning wedding band, I know exactly how couples search, compare, and choose their suppliers.

Your free audit will show you:
✔ How visible you are right now in search results
✔ Where your website and calls-to-action are helping (or hurting) enquiries
✔ How your social media is performing with real couples
✔ What your enquiry and follow-up process looks like from a client’s perspective

No jargon. No obligation. Just practical insights you can use to start winning more weddings.

Get Your Free Audit

Fillin the form below and I will be back to you with your completed audit.