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Meet Mike Riley Founder & Principal Growth Strategist

 “I don't believe in marketing for the sake of marketing. I believe in understanding your business, identifying what matters, and building a strategy that moves you forward.” 


For more than 20 years, I've worked with businesses, nonprofits, and growing organizations to strengthen their brands, build meaningful relationships, uncover new opportunities, and drive growth. My experience spans business ownership, executive leadership, sales, marketing, and business development—giving me a practical understanding of what it takes to move a business forward.


Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to serve in executive leadership, sales, business development, marketing, and business ownership roles. Those experiences have shaped how I approach marketing today. I understand that successful marketing isn't simply about creative ideas, attractive websites, or the latest technology. It's about understanding the business, establishing clear priorities, and developing strategies that produce meaningful results.


That's why I founded The Brand Standard Group.


I believe businesses deserve access to experienced marketing leadership without necessarily having to invest in a full-time executive or a traditional agency relationship.

My role is to become a trusted strategic partner. Someone who takes the time to understand your business, challenges your thinking when necessary, identifies opportunities you may not have considered, and helps bring the right people and resources together to move your business forward.


Whether we're developing a comprehensive marketing strategy, strengthening your brand, improving your digital presence, or exploring ways to leverage emerging technology, my focus remains the same: making sure every initiative serves a purpose and supports your broader business goals.


At the heart of everything I do is a simple belief: strong relationships, thoughtful strategy, and consistent execution create the foundation for sustainable growth.


That's the philosophy behind The Brand Standard Group, and it's the standard I bring to every client relationship.

Experience That Goes Beyond Marketing

My experience isn't limited to developing marketing plans. I've built businesses, opened new markets, led teams, managed significant marketing investments, and helped organizations generate new revenue.


From launching my own company and developing new business opportunities to modernizing digital platforms and leading growth initiatives, I've learned that lasting results come from connecting strategy with practical execution.


I bring that experience to every client relationship, along with an understanding of the challenges business owners face and the importance of making every investment count.

Ready to take the next step?


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