Our SEO Experts

Skyler Malley has been an SEO Specialist for Firestarter Search Engine Optimization since founding it in 2009. He started his own business after years of success of building web sites and performing SEO for small local businesses during his education. Malley’s main goal has always been to help businesses to “Be Found” when it comes to their search rankings on the Internet. He has done just that by increasing rankings for every client for thousands of keywords.

Skyler received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management with an emphasis in Marketing. He would also receive a minor in Web design before graduating from Brigham Young University Idaho in 2009. As an SEO Specialist, he has worked with clients from all different fields including but not limited to insurance, health, printing, fitness/recreation, and real estate. Skyler served a two-year full-time mission for his church and continues to volunteer his time and SEO services for local events and fundraisers. He enjoys watching and playing baseball and working out.

Kyle Carney joined Firestarter SEO early 2016, heading up sales efforts and general business development. Prior to joining, Kyle worked in the healthcare industry in a few different capacities. Throughout his career, Kyle has leveraged his passion for people into developing meaningful relationships with clients and prospects across the United States. He prides himself on his consultative sales abilities, knowing that selling with integrity revolves around listening and seeking to understand.

Having been involved with startups early on in his career, Kyle has a love for small business and the impact it can make on people’s lives. This entrepreneurial spirit has cultured a passion for constant improvement and learning. As an avid reader, Kyle is always looking for new processes and best practices to refine his skills.

Kyle graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Brigham Young University. He has a true love for all professional Colorado sports teams and enjoys playing sports as well. Kyle enjoys being in the mountains, whether it’s fly-fishing, backpacking, etc. He is happily married and loves living in his home state of Colorado.

Jared Powers has been Project Manager for Firestarter Search Engine Optimization since January 2017. After working through college at the Port of Houston as an operation and logistics manager he dove into the wild and wonderful world of politics. From the state level in Texas to the national level in the 2016 presidential race, his experience has provided new perspectives and creative ways of managing people and processes. Through each endeavor, Jared has created lasting systems intended to increase efficiency and productivity across the board.

Jared received his Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of Houston with a focus on pre-law studies. After deflecting from the path to becoming a lawyer, he enrolled in The Iron Yard – Austin. This 12-week programming boot camp set the stage for a move to Denver and a lasting career in tech and web design. Paired with strong project management experience and client relations, Jared continues to be a huge help toward increasing the efficiency of our processes here at Firestarter.