Central Kentucky Businesses Face New Search Era as Rank Local Now Launches Region’s Only AI SEO and Media Marketing Agency

Rank Local Now Launches as Central Kentucky's Only AI SEO, CRM, and Media Marketing Agency

Central Kentucky businesses are experiencing a major shift in digital marketing. Rank Local Now, founded by AI marketing expert Josh Moon, has launched as the only Lexington-based agency combining Local SEO, AI SEO, CRM automation, and SEO-optimized photography and drone services into a single package.

This integrated approach helps local companies adapt to the new search environment, where traditional website visits are declining and AI-driven search results are becoming dominant.

A Fundamental Shift in How Customers Find Local Businesses

Search behavior changed significantly in 2025. Zero-click searches—where users get answers without visiting a website—have increased from 56% in May 2024 to 69% by May 2025. AI-powered SEO services like ChatGPT SEO optimization and Google AI Overview ranking deliver direct answers, reducing traffic to traditional search results.

AI’s Impact on Website Traffic

• AI Overviews appearing in search results have caused click-through rates to drop by 30% year-over-year.
• Some industries, including fashion, travel, DIY, and cooking, have seen organic traffic fall by up to 70%.
• Gartner predicts traditional search volume will shrink by 25% by 2026, with organic traffic potentially dropping over 50%.

These trends highlight the urgent need for businesses to adjust their marketing strategies to maintain visibility.

The Rise of AI Search Platforms

Platforms like ChatGPT and Perplexity are becoming central to online discovery. Referral traffic from ChatGPT nearly doubled this year, reaching 243.8 million visits in April. About 70% of consumers trust generative AI search results, and 71% of Americans use AI for online information searches.

AI search visitors tend to be more valuable, arriving better informed and closer to making purchasing decisions—4.4 times more valuable than traditional organic visitors.

Why Rank Local Now Is a Critical Partner for Central Kentucky Businesses

Rank Local Now is the only agency in Central Kentucky offering a combination of AI SEO, Local SEO, and CRM automation designed specifically for local businesses. By integrating SEO-optimized photography and drone content, they help businesses stand out visually and improve chances of being cited by AI engines.

"Central Kentucky businesses are competing in a completely new digital landscape," said Josh Moon, Founder of Rank Local Now. "With Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), optimized media, and CRM automation, we're helping local companies maintain visibility and convert attention into customers as traditional search results shrink."

Rank Local Now serves Lexington, Nicholasville, Richmond, Georgetown, and surrounding areas. Their approach blends data-driven AI SEO strategies with creative media and custom automations to help local businesses grow in an AI-driven search environment.

Learn More

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Media Contact:
Joshua Moon, Rank Local Now
Phone: 1 605-376-1263
Email: j.moon@ranklocalnow.com
Website: www.ranklocalnow.com