GEO Evolved: Location Performance Optimization for Winning in AI Search

from Local Marketing Beat: AI Search, GEO & Multi-Location Marketing · host Uberall

In this episode of Local Marketing Beat, Christian Hustle sits down with Luma Ghazaleh, Technical Product Manager at Uberall, to unpack how AI search is transforming SEO into Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). Luma explains why AI now acts as a librarian — summarizing, recommending, and citing content — and what this shift means for multi-location brands. They dive into the role of local pages, schema markup, digital footprints and share a real-world case study where GEO optimization delivered double-digit growth in calls and engagement within just 45 days. 🔑 Key Takeaways: - GEO is the new frontier for AI-driven visibility - SEO remains foundational but must evolve - Local pages and schema markup are essential for multi-location brands - High-quality, descriptive content trains AI to recommend your brand - The future of search will prioritize authority and helpfulness 📍 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to AI Search and GEO 01:29 Transition from SEO to GEO 05:58 Understanding GEO vs SEO 09:05 Common Misconceptions in AI and GEO 11:00 The Importance of Content in AI Search 13:33 Key Platforms for Local Business Optimization 15:32 Role of Locator and Local Pages 17:24 Technical Aspects of Multi-Location Brands 20:22 Case Study: GEO Optimization Success 24:00 Tracking AI Impact on Business 26:03 Recommendations for Multi-Location Brands 28:12 Future of AI Search and Marketing Strategies 💡 Learn more: Get LPO Certified at Uberall Academy: https://academy.uberall.com/ Discover Location Performance Optimization: https://get.uberall.com/location-performance-optimization/ Luma's latest articles: Why E-E-A-T Is Going to Become More Powerful in AI Search: https://uberall.com/en-us/resources/blog/why-e-e-a-t-is-critical Can You Influence How Your Business Gets Found in ChatGPT and Other LLMs? https://uberall.com/en-us/resources/blog/how-to-leverage-chatgpt-to-improve-your-visibility Connect with Luma on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luma-abu-ghazaleh-147a8a8/

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In this episode of Local Marketing Beat, Christian Hustle sits down with Luma Ghazaleh, Technical Product Manager at Uberall, to unpack how AI search is transforming SEO into Generative Engine Optimization (GEO).Luma explains why AI now acts as a librarian — summarizing, recommending, and citing content — and what this shift means for multi-location brands. They dive into the role of local pages, schema markup, digital footprints and share a real-world case study where GEO optimization delivered double-digit growth in calls and engagement within just 45 days.🔑 Key Takeaways:- GEO is the new frontier for AI-driven visibility- SEO remains foundational but must evolve- Local pages and schema markup are essential for multi-location brands- High-quality, descriptive content trains AI to recommend your brand- The future of search will prioritize authority and helpfulness📍 Chapters:00:00 Introduction to AI Search and GEO01:29 Transition from SEO to GEO05:58 Understanding GEO vs SEO09:05 Common Misconceptions in AI and GEO11:00 The Importance of Content in AI Search13:33 Key Platforms for Local Business Optimization15:32 Role of Locator and Local Pages17:24 Technical Aspects of Multi-Location Brands20:22 Case Study: GEO Optimization Success24:00 Tracking AI Impact on Business26:03 Recommendations for Multi-Location Brands28:12 Future of AI Search and Marketing Strategies💡 Learn more:Get LPO Certified at Uberall Academy: https://academy.uberall.com/Discover Location Performance Optimization: https://get.uberall.com/location-performance-optimization/Luma's latest articles:Why E-E-A-T Is Going to Become More Powerful in AI Search: https://uberall.com/en-us/resources/blog/why-e-e-a-t-is-criticalCan You Influence How Your Business Gets Found in ChatGPT and Other LLMs?https://uberall.com/en-us/resources/blog/how-to-leverage-chatgpt-to-improve-your-visibilityConnect with Luma on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/luma-abu-ghazaleh-147a8a8/

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