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Author: Hugh Owen
Hugh Owen is President & CEO of MacRAE’S, one of North America’s leading names in B2B digital marketing and industrial data solutions. With more than 30 years of industry experience, Hugh specializes in strategic growth for manufacturing and industrial businesses—helping thousands of companies modernize their digital presence. His core strengths include digital marketing strategy, AI-powered lead generation, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and premium B2B data platforms.
Hugh’s expertise also covers CRM automation, website development, advanced SEO, and scalable sales enablement. He holds an MBA from Ivey Business School, a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto Mississauga, and has completed executive programs at both Harvard Business School and Ivey. As a recognized thought leader and seasoned entrepreneur, Hugh is passionate about helping businesses turn online visibility into measurable growth and sustainable competitive advantage.
- Founder & President, Research in Fact Inc. (1992–1995)
- Summer Intern, Bedford Capital Ltd. (1991)
- Led partnerships and publishing for organizations like Thomson Reuters’ Carswell, Canadian Manufacturers Association, and Yellow Pages
- YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization)
- Member of various B2B digital marketing and industrial networks
- WPO/YPO Presidents’ Program, Harvard Business School (2014–2017)
- Quantum Shift Program, Ivey Business School at Western University (2008–2013)
- MBA, Ivey Business School at Western University (1990–1992)
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), University of Toronto Mississauga (1983–1988)
- AI-powered Digital Marketing & SEO (Generative Engine Optimization)
- B2B Lead Generation for Manufacturing/Industrial Sectors
- Website Development & CRM Automation
- Paid Media, Retargeting, and B2B Sales Enablement
- Premium B2B Data Solutions
- 30+ years in digital marketing, B2B data, and industrial growth
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"Their managers were extremely knowledgeable, professional, and responsive."
Renuka Harracksingh
Director of Business OperationsDistinctive Solutions -
"They do a great job of keeping me updated and every task on track."
Drew Barnes
Web Dev & Digital Marketing HeadTurnUp Local -
"It's so nice to be understood and see the project come to life exactly the way I envisioned."
Christine McAniff
Director of MarketingKimre Clean Air -
"They understood our requirements well."
Parthavi Zaveri - Patel
Marketing SpecialistPathway Communications -
"The end result exceeded our expectations."
Michael Grimes
Director of MarketingMGA International Logistics -
"We are extremely happy with their services."
Casey McDonald
Sales & Marketing ManagerConsolidated Laundry Machinery -
"We're impressed by their efficiency."
Max Beairsto
PresidentEVCOR -
"Their team is dedicated in every aspect."
Stephen Didio
General ManagerIntrotek International -
"They were flexible and reactive to our needs. They were happy to support in any way possible."
Steve Willis
PresidentGlobal Technology Ventures Inc -
"I wouldn't hesitate to recommend MacRAE'S to any company looking to drive more qualified traffic to their site."
Matthew Brown
PresidentEssential Skills -
"They know exactly how to speak to the internet to get us results."
Cassandra Lea Wilson
Administrative Systems EngineerWilson Chemical Innovations -
"Their willingness to go above and beyond to make their customers want to come back was impressive."
Ottmar Brandau
Director of Marketing & AdvertisingPet All Manufacturing -
"They knew their business and delivered on their commitments."
Andrew White
PresidentComptus
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"Working with MacRAE’S has completely transformed our online presence. We started with a brand-new website and within a year, we’re now seeing strong growth across all channels and even outranking major platforms like Indeed, LinkedIn, and Monster in our market. The team is strategic, proactive, and results-driven. Highly recommended."
Richard C. Fernandes
CEOManucan -
"Shivender and the MacRAE'S team have been very thorough and professional in their SEO, Web and IT services. We at GTV appreciate the ongoing support and expertise provided and look forward to a successful relationship going forward!"
Steve Willis
PresidentGlobal Technology Ventures Inc. -
"We were very pleased with the finished website and the process to get there. The entire staff at MacRAE'S was very knowledgeable and responsive. They continue to manage our site with updates and changes without any issue. Very satisfied with all aspects!"
Stephen DiDio
General ManagerIntrotek International -
"Distinctive Solutions Inc. has partnered with MacRAE'S for the past 8 months. Deepak, the Digital Account Manager who is our point of contact is extremely knowledgeable ,very professional and responsive. Our team is not very technical so he took the time to explain how things work behind the scenes. He worked with us to make several adjustments to our website and social media . We narrowed our keywords and based on his and the team's expert managing of our digital campaign, we saw immediate increase in several of our keyword rankings across multiple search engines. We look forward to continue to grow our business with their input and partnership . Thank you very much."
Renuka Harracksingh
Sales & Marketing SpecialistDistinctive Solutions Inc. -
"We (Weldflow Metal Products Limited-Mississauga)have worked with MacRAE'S Marketing for all our online marketing requirements. MacRAE'S team is highly knowledgeable, professional and works with diligence. We have found that their marketing strategy has helped us generate leads and has given tremendous online exposure to our business. They are experts in the field of Website development, SEO & digital marketing. Keep up the good work team MacRAE'S!!"
Seemi Nauman
ManagerWeldflow Metal Products Limited -
"We are very pleased to have MacRAE'S Marketing as our digital marketing partner for over 2 years now. They are professional and always very helpful."
Avik Bhattacharya
Marketing ManagerAbility Fabricators Inc. -
"We are very pleased with the ranking of our targeted key products. Web traffic and quote requests coming from web visits have increased. Very thorough explanation and good analysis of our ongoing program."
Michael Runciman
PresidentJohnston Industrial Plastics -
"We are very satisfied with the MacRAE'S SEO and web design team assigned to our business. Our account lead, Sakshi, takes an interest in learning our business and the markets that are important to us. She brings creative solutions to the challenges facing our business, is very responsive to our questions and concerns, and is persistent in getting answers that will enable optimal SEO performance. It shows in the results: We’ve seen improvements to our Google keyword ranking and organic traffic month over month. As a latecomer to digital marketing, it was important to work with an agency that we could grow with and learn from. MacRAE'S has been the right choice for us, and we would recommend them highly."
Marlene Shoucair
Senior Marketing ConsultantCanada Metal -
"I have been very happy with how easy it has been to do business with Sakshi from MacRAE'S. She has been very professional and so helpful. We were able to build a visually stunning website and move our position in the rankings up. We have generated leads and things are progressing well! Christine - Kimre"
Christine McAniff
Director of MarketingKimre Clean Air -
"It is clear that MacRAE'S is good at what they do. They have helped businesses like mine, Mellow Walk, navigate SEO, enhance our content and better connect digitally with customers."
Andrew Violi
VP of Product DevelopmentMellow Walk Footwear -
"Deepak Panda and his team are an absolute pleasure to work with. MacRAE'S has provided us with the knowledge and expertise that has allowed us to expand our web and social media reach, resulting in increased sales. I would highly recommend them."
Michael Grimes
OwnerMGA International Logistics -
"MacRAE'S has done a great job with our website and google rankings. I would highly recommend their services it has been a game changer for MGA."
Greg Grimes
PartnerMGA International Logistics -
"Great company! I would highly recommend. The value that they can bring to your organization is worth every penny. Deepak and Rob should get special mention as they have made this journey into SEO for my business very easy. Thank you both!"
Jeff Wiseman
Vice President - Sales & OperationsNATS Canada -
"Good quality SEO work for my website. Monthly reports on activities comprehensive but a little complex for a non-SEO person to understand."
Franco DiGiovanni
Senior Project ManagerDigiSci Environmental Consulting -
"I have worked with a lot of Internet vendors. We are so happy to have worked with Deepak and his team of engineers at MacRAE'S. Punctual and productive, the quality of his work falls into the category "none better". We look forward to working with him on future projects..."
Gene Vincent
Founder and CEOTanksystems -
"Very knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to SEO and websites."
Marla McNabb
Administrative Support ManagerA&A Custom Brokers -
"MacRAE'S has been our SEO provider for a number of years. When it came time to update our website, we turned to them. Their expertise, reasonable cost and attention to detail has resulted in a website that is fully optimized for new search engine algorithms."
Andrew White
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"We are very pleased with the excellent service we have received from MacRAE'S and specifically our account manager Deepak. Deepak's monthly phone calls to update us on our SEO progress, as well as to inform us of plans that Google may have in the works that could affect our SEO rankings, are extremely helpful in our decision making."
Paul Wells
Director, Technical ServicesDuraSystems Barriers Inc. -
"MacRAE'S has been an amazing partner to Pathway Communications for its digital marketing efforts. There we worked with Sakshi who was our Account manager. We have nothing but great things to say for her! She is extremely thorough professional and responsive to any requests we may present. She has the required expertise and experience in the digital marketing space which helped us in getting the desired results. Her team has helped increase our organic sessions on our website with continual month over month increase. Our keyword rankings have increased and we have seen so much more traffic to our website. We cannot thank them enough for all of the hardwork and effort put into making Pathways digital presence felt."
Parthavi Zaveri - Patel
Marketing SpecialistPathway Communications Official -
"The team at MacRAE'S is outstanding. What an amazing experience from the initial call to the team meetings and performance reports. The communication and attention to detail are 2nd to none. I can not express my happiness to the move to MacRAE'S enough. And of course the roi is beyond even what was explained to me. Strongly recommend anyone wanting to have their digital presence illuminated to call immediately!"
Demetrois Alafogiannis
PresidentCanadian Wire Wizards Inc
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"MacRAE'S has done an outstanding job developing and designing our new website. I continue to use MacRAE'S today for SEO and highly recommend their services. The entire team is a pleasure to work with."
Regielyn Capobianco
Marketing CoordinatorRoy Turk Industrial Sales -
"Absolutely fantastic experience from start to ongoing. Excellent team, phenomenal results. Was able to meet all deadlines and went far over and above than expected! Highly recommend!"
Demetrois Alafogiannis
PresidentCanadian Wire Wizards Inc -
"We have been working with MacRAE'S for a bit over a year now and we are very happy with the results and excited to see how the SEO efforts will continue to increase our visibility and web traffic this year. We are extremely thankful for Sakshi's support throughout this time, she has been very diligent and provides great communication with us and her team involved. If you ever need SEO services, I highly recommend Sakshi and her team! Thank you!"
Joyce Padilla
CMORetisoft Inc. -
"Very proficient internet marketing. My business has grown dramatically since switching from my previous company. Highly recommended."
Marlon McPherson
OwnerMichaels Global Trading
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