About HEARD Digital Marketing

    If you don't already know me, I'm Evan Dechtman—the founder of HEARD Digital Marketing.

    I didn't start in marketing—I started in music.

    At 23, I renovated an old theater to bring live music and film back to life in my community. We had the passion, the space, and the talent. But what we didn't have… was an audience.

    That's when I realized something most business owners eventually face:
    You can have the best product or service in the world, but if no one can find you, it doesn't matter.

    So I taught myself how to build a website, how to use search engines, and how to get found online. That experience—born out of necessity—sparked a skillset that would go on to help hundreds of small businesses grow sustainably without spending a fortune on ads.

    As my family grew, I stepped away from the late nights of running a theater and started building something that gave me more time, more purpose, and more impact.

    That something became HEARD Digital Marketing.

    HEARD founder with family enjoying quality time together

    This is my why. Building successful businesses matters, but creating the freedom to spend meaningful time with the people who matter most—that's what it's truly about. Every strategy we develop, every campaign we launch, is driven by this belief: your business should fuel your life, not consume it.

    Evan Dechtman - Founder & CEO of HEARD Digital Marketing

    Evan Dechtman

    Founder & CEO, HEARD Digital Marketing

    With over 25 years of experience in digital marketing, Evan has helped hundreds of local businesses—from HVAC contractors and dental practices to law firms and med spas—build their online presence, generate qualified leads, and grow revenue predictably.

    His philosophy centers on honest marketing: no fluff, no overstated claims, just measurable results that directly impact the bottom line.

    Areas of Expertise: Local SEO, Lead Generation, Reputation Marketing, Marketing Automation

    "We actually pick up the phone—because your success shouldn't wait."

    💡 What I Believe

    I believe every small business deserves to be seen, trusted, and chosen—without needing a massive budget.

    I believe in systems over stress, visibility over vanity, and real growth over hype.

    I'm not here to run flashy campaigns that burn out in 30 days.
    I'm here to help you build a digital foundation that keeps working—long after I hit "publish."

    👋 Who I Work With

    I partner with restaurants, barbershops, real estate professionals, wellness brands, and other service-based businesses who are amazing at what they do—but feel invisible online.

    From helping a restaurant survive COVID to supporting a barbershop's expansion from 1 to 3+ locations, to guiding a real estate platform used by over 26,000 professionals—I don't just "do marketing."

    I show up. I solve problems. And I help good businesses grow.

    📣 Why "HEARD"?

    Because when your business is truly seen, trusted, and visible—you're not just found.

    You're HEARD.

    Let's make that happen.

    📊 Client Success Stories

    Real results from local businesses we've helped get found, trusted, and booked.

    💬 Client Testimonials

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    Ready to Get HEARD?

    Let's discuss how I can help your business dominate your market and generate consistent, qualified leads.