We're Honored! GoBeRewarded Named 2024 Finalist for Carlsbad's Business of the Year

Aaron Gobidas • February 28, 2024

"Outstanding performance, leadership, and impact within the community"

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GoBeRewarded is pleased to announce its selection as a finalist for the Business of the Year category in the upcoming 2024 Carlsbad Business, Achievement, & Distinction Awards (CBAD’s). These prestigious awards are bestowed annually upon the businesses that exhibit remarkable resilience, innovation, and dedication in Carlsbad’s thriving business community. The event showcases the unique contributions of individual businesses to the region's economic growth. Our leadership team eagerly anticipates attending the luncheon, which is scheduled to take place in person at the Westin Carlsbad on Wednesday, March 27th, from 11 AM to 1:30 PM.


As champions for small businesses, the team at GoBeRewarded continuously strives to stay innovative in our industry. We take pride in our marketing expertise that enables new and smaller businesses to remain competitive in the digital age. One of our biggest successes in the past year has been the development and launch of our Local SEO service, which has given local companies a distinct advantage over corporate entities in their respective industries. At the beginning of 2024, our advertising department launched an all-new podcast marketing package. Our goal is to promote content made by North County podcasters all over the country on multiple platforms.


At GoBeRewarded, we have never copied or followed; we are always innovating and leading.


Vote Now for the category winners: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CBAD2024

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