Tianna Mamalick: Winner – Women Leader in SEO & Lead Generation | International Women Awards 2026
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The 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies celebrates visionary women leaders who are transforming industries through innovation, leadership, and impact.
Among this year’s distinguished winners is Tianna Mamalick, Founder of SMB Marketing, recognized as Winner – Women Leader in SEO & Lead Generation. With over a decade of experience in digital marketing, Tianna has built a results-driven marketing agency focused on helping small and medium-sized businesses grow through strategic search marketing.
Based in Surrey, Canada, SMB Marketing specializes in combining SEO and paid advertising strategies to deliver both immediate revenue and long-term business growth.
Company Overview
Founder: Tianna Mamalick
Company: SMB Marketing
Location: Surrey, Canada
Founded: 2023
Industry: SEO & Digital Marketing / Lead Generation
Website: www.smbmarketingschool.com
Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmamalick/
The Vision Behind SMB Marketing
SMB Marketing was founded with a clear mission: to simplify digital marketing and help small businesses generate consistent, high-quality leads online.
Founder Tianna Mamalick recognized that many businesses treat SEO and paid advertising as separate strategies. Her innovative approach integrates both, creating a system that produces short-term revenue through paid ads while building sustainable long-term growth through organic search.
This strategy, which she calls “compound discoverability,” ensures businesses are visible across multiple search channels, maximizing visibility while controlling marketing costs.
Through SMB Marketing, Tianna works closely with entrepreneurs and service-based businesses to help them move beyond word-of-mouth and build predictable lead generation systems.
What Makes SMB Marketing Unique
SMB Marketing stands out because of its strategic integration of organic search and paid advertising.
Rather than relying on a single marketing channel, the agency uses a hybrid approach designed to create faster results while strengthening long-term search visibility.
Key elements of their approach include:
Integrating SEO and paid ads into a unified strategy
Targeting keywords based on where they perform best — organic or paid
Building scalable lead generation systems for small businesses
Maintaining low cost-per-acquisition strategies
Delivering marketing solutions accessible even to businesses with smaller budgets
This strategic model enables SMB Marketing clients to generate revenue quickly while building sustainable online visibility over time.
Leadership Philosophy
Tianna Mamalick’s leadership philosophy is deeply rooted in growth, mentorship, and empowerment.
She believes leadership is not about micromanaging teams but about helping individuals discover their strengths and build confidence in their roles. Her supportive leadership style encourages continuous learning and professional development.
Within SMB Marketing, employees and contractors are encouraged to pursue learning opportunities, with the company funding educational courses each quarter to ensure the team continues to grow and evolve with the industry.
Tianna also actively mentors team members in achieving their own entrepreneurial ambitions — even supporting those who wish to start their own businesses.
Key Achievements & Impact
• Founder of SMB Marketing, a modern SEO and lead generation agency
• Over 12 years of experience in search marketing and digital strategy
• Developed the “Compound Discoverability” approach combining SEO and paid ads
• Helps small businesses generate predictable leads and scalable marketing systems
• Known for empowering women-led businesses and service-based entrepreneurs
Her work continues to support businesses across Canada and the United States in achieving measurable online growth.
Overcoming Challenges
Like many entrepreneurs, Tianna’s journey involved learning through experience.
As a first-time business owner, one of the biggest challenges she faced was developing leadership and team management skills. Early hiring decisions did not always lead to the right team fit, and she had to learn how to build a culture aligned with the company’s vision.
Through trial, reflection, and growth, Tianna developed a leadership style centered around support, trust, and accountability, creating a stronger and more aligned team.
Another deeply personal inspiration behind her entrepreneurial journey was the loss of her brother in 2022, who had been a passionate entrepreneur. His memory continues to motivate her mission of mentoring others and helping entrepreneurs succeed.
Advice for Women Entrepreneurs
Tianna encourages women entrepreneurs to take action even when the journey feels uncertain.
“Keep doing it — even when it feels scary or overwhelming. We don’t truly learn by reading; we learn by doing. Most people want to see you succeed, so don’t let fear or criticism stop you from pursuing what you want to achieve.”
Her perspective reflects the mindset that growth comes from courage, experimentation, and resilience.
Looking Ahead
As SMB Marketing continues to grow, Tianna Mamalick remains focused on helping businesses develop sustainable, data-driven marketing systems that generate real results.
Through strategic search marketing, mentorship, and education, she is empowering entrepreneurs to build businesses that thrive in an increasingly digital world.
Official Recognition
Tianna Mamalick has been officially recognized as the Winner – Women Leader in SEO & Lead Generation at the 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies, honoring her innovative strategies, leadership, and impact in digital marketing.
About the Awards
The International Women Awards by Great Companies recognizes outstanding women entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders who are making significant contributions across industries worldwide.