Burim Bekteshi
Senior SEO Strategist
Gjilan, XK, Kosovo
SEO With Burim
AI SEO Auditor
SEO Grow
LinkedIn
Professional Summary
Senior SEO Strategist and founder of SEO Grow with 10+ years’
experience. Specializing in B2B SEO for technical industries, I uncover
growth opportunities, resolve technical issues, and build strategies
that drive qualified traffic and conversions.
Founder of the AI SEO Readiness Auditor and Branding Audit software
tools.
Key Skills
● SEO Strategy & Implementation
● AI SEO - AEO, GEO & E-E-A-T
● Keyword Research & Mapping
● Technical SEO & On-Page Optimization
● Comprehensive SEO Audits
● Local SEO & Google Business Profile Optimization
● Large Website Optimization
● CMS Platforms: WordPress, Wix, Squarespace
● SEO Tools: SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Analytics, Google Search
Console
Professional Experience
Company Owner & CEO
SEO Grow S).P .K. | Gjilan
Apr 2022 Present
● SEO Grow is an SEO and Digital Marketing limited liability company
registered in Kosovo, offering top-quality SEO
● consulting services, specialized in building materials and construction
contractors, such as remodelers.
● We help the building materials B2B companies, dealers, and
distributors.
● We help contractors such as remodelers, roofers, HVAC companies,
etc
Lead Generation Experts, Remote
SEO Strategist & Consultant
DEC 2020 - JUN 2025
● I have worked as a Senior SEO Strategist for nearly 5 years,
developing strategies, analyzing performance, and identifying and
resolving issues for B2B companies in building materials, distribution,
and dealership sectors.
● I research and map optimal keywords for various URLs, ensuring each
page is effectively optimized.
● Developing content calendars based on competitive keyword gap
analysis.
● Executing technical SEO audits utilizing tools like Google Analytics,
SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, etc.
● Identifying and resolving technical SEO issues, improving website
health.
● Driving on-page SEO efforts, from meta descriptions to content and
image optimization.
BTMarketing, Part-Time, Remote
SEO Consultant
MARCH 2021 - DECEMBER 2021
● Offered advanced SEO consultation for complex projects, guiding the
in-house SEO team.
● Streamlined SEO strategies, focusing on optimal results and efficient
workflows.
Taylor + Wolfe - Digital Marketing, Remote
Head Search Engine Optimization
JAN 2019 - DEC 2020
● Managed all SEO operations, assisting the agency founder with daily
tasks and client management.
● Conducted comprehensive SEO Opportunity analysis" performed
market and competitor research.
● Executed SEO audits, keyword research, and on-page optimization to
drive client success.
Freelancer, Remote, Kosovo
SEO Consultant
JAN 2010 - PRESENT
● Delivered bespoke SEO consultancy, optimizing websites for organic
growth.
● Conducted thorough SEO audits and implemented actionable
recommendations.
● Developed growth strategies based on keyword research and
on-page optimization.
● Previously recognized as a Top Rated Freelancer on Upwork.
STUDENT MARKETING AGENCY, Remote, Part-Time
ON-PAGE SEO SPECIALIST & SEO KEYWORD STRATEGIST
JUL 2019 - DEC 2019
● Specialized in SEO Opportunity Analysis, keyword strategy, and
market research.
● Managed Google My Business listings to enhance local search
performance.
Education
Faculty of Medicine, UP, Pristina, Kosovo
Medical Doctor, MD
OCT 20XX - PRESENT (Final Year)
Resumed medical studies after a brief hiatus; two exams left for
graduation.
Shkolla e mesme e mjekesise: "Dr.Asllan Elezi" / Pharmaceutics
Pharmacy Technician
SEP 1998 - MAY 2002, Gjilan
Certifications
1. Google Ads for Beginners
Coursera
Jan 2023
2. Google My Business Basics
Google Skillshop
Mar 2019
3. Search Engine Optimization
eMarketing Institute
Dec 2017
4. SEO Training Course by Moz
Udemy
Mar 2016
5. Intro to Search Engine Optimization
Fluency.io
Nov 2015
6. Semrush SEO Crash Course with Brian Dean
Semrush Academy
Feb 2025
7. SEO
Dec 2023
HubSpot Academy
8. Mobile, International, and Local SEO Test
Dec 2022
Semrush Academy
9. SEMrush Certification for SEOs - SEMrush SEO Toolkit Exam
Dec 2022
Semrush Academy
10.Competitive Analysis and Keyword Research Test
Apr 2021
Semrush Academy
11. Keyword Research Exam
Apr 2021
Semrush Academy
12.Link Building Test
Apr 2021
Semrush Academy
13. Local SEO Exam
Apr 2021
Semrush Academy
14.Mobile SEO Exam
Apr 2021
SEMrush Academy
15.On-Page and Technical SEO Test
May 2021
SEMrush Academy
16.CONTENT MARKETING CERTIFIED
Dec 2020
HubSpot Academy
17. SEO Fundamentals Exam
Oct 2018
Semrush Academy
18.SEMrush Certification for Content Marketers
Mar 2018
Semrush Academy
19. Google Analytics for Beginners
Jan 2018
Google Skillshop
20.Mobile Sites Certification
Jan 2018
Google Skillshop
You can check my LinkedIn profile for more info on the certifications.
Interests
SEO & digital marketing trends, Data analysis & insights, E-commerce and
B2B growth strategies, Conversion rate optimization, Content marketing
strategies, WordPress and CMS platforms, Marketing automation tools
(HubSpot, SEMrush, Google Analytics), Web performance and UX
optimization, AI and automation in marketing,
Reading business & tech books, Blogging or content creation.
Additional
Based in Kosovo; available for remote work as a contractor (W-8), with years
of experience serving US and Canadian agencies.
Experienced with multiple CMS platforms, including WordPress,
Squarespace, Wix, Weebly, Craft, Contentful, static HTML, etc.
Strong background in B2B industries: building materials, construction,
industrial products, and home services.
Open to freelance, consulting, or leadership roles in SEO.
Connect
● Twitter: twitter.com/AllSEOBasics
● Instagram: instagram.com/burimi83
● Facebook: facebook.com/burimbekteshi, facebook.com/burimiseo.
Skills & Tools
SEO Analysis | Organic Search | SERP | SEO Audit | Page Speed
Optimization | Mobile Optimization | Local SEO | Anchor Text
Optimization | Schema Markup | Canonicalization | Redirect
Management | XML Sitemap | Robots.txt | Meta Tags | Alt Text
Optimization | Rich Snippets | Structured Data | Internal Linking
Strategy | Duplicate Content Issues | Site Architecture | Crawl
Budget | Indexation | Keyword Density | Long-tail Keywords |
Niche Analysis | Conversion Rate Optimization | User
Experience | Heatmap Analysis | PPC | Paid Search | Google Ads
|| AdWords | Ad Campaign Optimization | Landing Page
Optimization | Ad Extensions | ROI Tracking | Conversion
Tracking || Geographic Targeting | Negative Keywords | Keyword
Match Types | Search Network | CTR (Click-through Rate) | CPC
(Cost per Click) | CPM (Cost per Thousand Impressions) | CPA
(Cost per Acquisition) | Analytics | Data Analysis | Data
Visualization | Dashboard Creation | Performance Tracking |
Goal Setting | KPIs | ROI Analysis | Campaign Optimization |
Marketing Strategy | Content Strategy | Content Management
Systems | HTML | CSS | JavaScript | Responsive Design | UX/UI
Principles | Creativity | Problem Solving | Communication Skills |
Collaboration | Attention to Detail | Time Management | Project
Management | Leadership | Teamwork | Client Relations |
Adaptability | Flexibility | Initiative | Organizational Skills |
Multitasking | Prioritization | Decision Making | Strategic
Thinking | Analytical Skills | Critical Thinking | Research Skills |
Presentation Skills | Written Communication | Verbal
Communication | Interpersonal Skills | Cultural Awareness |
Mentoring | Training | Development | Continuous Learning |
Professional Development | Industry Knowledge | Trend
Analysis | Market Research | Risk Management |
Entrepreneurship | Startups | Small Business | Healthcare
Industry | Technology Sector | Financial Sector | Retail Industry |
Travel Industry | Entertainment Industry | Media Industry |
Advertising Industry | Marketing Industry | Creative Industry |
Digital Industry | Internet Industry | Tech Industry | Digital
Marketing | E-commerce | SaaS | B2B | B2C | CRM | Risk
Assessment Use Cases | User Stories | Test Plans | Test Cases |
Test Execution | Key Performance Indicators | Performance
Monitoring | Slack | Microsoft Teams | Zoom | Skype | Asana |
Trello | Word | Excel | PowerPoint | Outlook | OneNote | Docs |
Sheets | Slides | Forms | Drive | Calendar | Gmail | Hangouts |
Meet | CRM | HubSpot | Zoho | ClickUp | Evernote | Google Keep
| Calendly | Todoist | Google | SERP Features | Local Pack
Optimization | Voice Search Optimization | Image Optimization |
Video Optimization | Mobile-First Indexing | Rich Results | E-A-T
(Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) | E-E-A-T
(Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) |
BERT (Bidirectional Encoder Representations from
Transformers) | RankBrain | User Intent Optimization | Site
Speed Optimization | Core Web Vitals | Featured Snippets
Optimization | FAQ Schema Optimization | Reviews Schema
Optimization | Social Media Integration for SEO | Internal Link
Structure Optimization | Link Equity Distribution | Brand SERP
Optimization | Google My Business Insights Analysis | Bing
Webmaster Tools | International SEO Optimization | Multilingual
SEO Strategy | Structured Data Markup for SEO | Microsoft
Clarity | Google Panda | Google Penguin | Google Algorithm |
Google Update | Semantic SEO | Semantic SEO Networks |
Topical Map | Topical Authority | Content Clusters | SEO Silo
Structure | Site Architecture | Site Structure | SEMrush | Ahrefs |
Screaming Frog | Sitebulb | Google Analytics, Google Search
Console, Google My Business, Google Tag Manager, Google
Data Studio | CMS Platforms: WordPress, Wix, Squarespace,
etc., Google My Business Optimization & Management | Various
Minor Tools |