SEO 1A Leadership Team: Five Specialists in Manufacturing Marketing
SEO 1A is led by a five-person team with decades of experience in internet marketing, engineering, programming, design and sales for manufacturers. Together they cover SEO and content strategy, technical problem solving, website and e-commerce development, design and social media, and marketing for SMT electronics and semiconductor companies.

Roland Girouard
Director
Roland has more than 25 years of experience in internet marketing, in both B2B and B2C, with particular strength in SEO and content marketing.
Most of his work is B2B marketing for manufacturing companies, and he has also run successful B2C campaigns in real estate, industrial machinery, hospitality and legal services.

Robert Bilodeau, PhD
VP of Consulting Services
Bob holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Maine at Orono.
He has a long track record of leading projects and solving complex technical problems, and brings an engineer’s view to every client’s challenges.

Mike Lerley
VP of Programming
Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Maine at Orono and has 25 years of experience across internet technologies.
His expertise covers many programming languages, application development, SQL database architecture, e-commerce and security audit preparation, and he leads the team on unusual or difficult technical problems.

Anna Girouard
VP of Design & Social Media
Anna manages websites, builds social media campaigns and runs email marketing programs. She works in English and Polish.
Her graphic design work spans print, digital interfaces and banner ads, and she shapes the visual and interactive side of client brands so they stay consistent online.

Derek La Borie
VP of Sales and Marketing
Derek has more than 30 years of experience in the SMT electronics manufacturing and semiconductor industries, helping clients get a strong return on their marketing investment.
He founded Port City Coffee Roasters and offers custom coffee bags printed with client branding, a distinctive gift for customers and prospects.
SEO 1A Leadership Experience at a Glance
Each leader brings a different specialty, so a client project draws on marketing, engineering, programming, design and sales experience at once.
| Leader | Role | Background | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roland Girouard | Director | More than 25 years in B2B and B2C internet marketing | SEO and content marketing for manufacturers |
| Robert Bilodeau, PhD | VP of Consulting Services | PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of Maine at Orono | Project leadership and technical problem solving |
| Mike Lerley | VP of Programming | BS in Computer Science, University of Maine at Orono; 25 years in internet technologies | Programming, databases, e-commerce and security audit preparation |
| Anna Girouard | VP of Design & Social Media | Website management and graphic design; English and Polish | Design, social media and email marketing |
| Derek La Borie | VP of Sales and Marketing | More than 30 years in SMT electronics and semiconductor | Sales, marketing return on investment and branded coffee gifts |
SEO 1A Leadership: Questions Answered
Who leads SEO 1A?
SEO 1A is led by Director Roland Girouard, who has more than 25 years of experience in internet marketing and specializes in SEO and content marketing for manufacturing companies.
How much experience does the SEO 1A team have?
Roland Girouard and Mike Lerley each have about 25 years in internet marketing and internet technologies, and Derek La Borie has more than 30 years in the SMT electronics and semiconductor industries.
Does the SEO 1A team understand engineering?
Yes. Robert Bilodeau holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and Mike Lerley a degree in Computer Science, both from the University of Maine at Orono, and Derek La Borie has spent his career in electronics manufacturing.
Who handles design and social media at SEO 1A?
Anna Girouard, VP of Design and Social Media, leads website design, social media campaigns and email marketing. She works in English and Polish.
How can I contact the SEO 1A team?
Email inquiry@seo1a.com, call +1 646-389-7095 or use the contact form to reach the team.