I love to solve problems & help businesses achieve pixel perfect Shopify stores that succeed :)
17+ years of running a successful web design agency puts me in a position to help you in ways you cannot find anywhere else. My consulting services are backed by knowledge that can only come from working with hundreds of clients over the years. Let me be your go-to-expert on your climb to success.
About me
Hi, my name is Jay and it's nice to meet you!
In 2007 I started Realm Web Design and built countless sites for different industries; lawyers, stores, celebrities and more. In 2012 I converted Realm to a 100% full service Shopify agency. I was one of the first web designers to be listed on the Shopify experts marketplace. I have received over 100+ 5 star reviews and several accolades for my skills and expertise. From startups to enterprise businesses, I’ve worked with clients all over the USA, Canada and overseas.
Sellmaze gives me the opportunity to put my 17+ years of knowledge and commonsense approach to work for businesses as a Shopify consultant. My goal is to increase your conversion rates and secure compounding success for your Shopify store in the years that follow. With my Shopify consulting services I can bring your Shopify store to a new level of success by advising you on key aspects like: choosing the right theme and apps, ensuring your site has the right functions, making sure you are using the right strategy & formula, as well as evaluating the visual presentation of your shop. I created my Shopify store audits to provide solutions to problems store owners are facing. My site audits give you the opportunity to have a go-to person on hand to answer questions for a short-term or long-term duration. Let me save you time, money, stress and frustration. Sometimes a site just needs a few tweaks to really get on the right track.
Everything I know is ready to be shared to help you go further with your business on Shopify
My experience
I have worn a lot of hats over the years, which puts me in a position to guide you with every aspect you require to become successful
Web developer
I've been a web developer for 17+ years now with HTML, CSS, JS, ruby, PHP, SQL and much more boring/exciting stuff
Shopify expert
As a top ranked Shopify expert I ran a successful agency for over 14 years, creating and helping well over 300 Shopify stores and builds
Business strategy
From startups to enterprise business, I've helped create a plan to maximize shop's success and do it in a way that gives them the best ROI
Project management
Managing projects from start to launch I have taken the lead role on countless projects managing teams for Shopify companies and businesses
UX design
Designed, built and launched over 100+ stores during my time focusing on the user experience thus creating happy customers and increasing sales
App development
I've successfully project managed app development for public and private Shopify apps. Some super simple and some very complex
SEO expert
I have been doing SEO for over 17 years. I can provide advice for your search engine market strategies that will bring you FREE organic traffic
Marketing
Years of experience managing and setting up email & SMS marketing, sales channels and other methods. I can advise on what works and what doesn't
Social media
Whether you’re a fan of social media or not, it works. I can guide you to effectively build your brand and increase your traffic and sales
Shopify plus
I know what Plus can do for a business and can help you tap into the power of the enterprise version of Shopify to excel at a higher rate
Easy to work with
You will NOT be dealing with some crabby person. I am an upbeat happy fella! As a preference, I would rather not work with crabs either, who has the time :)
Common questions
Here are some answers to questions about working with me on your Shopify project
I work with Shopify shops in almost every industry. Beauty, skin care, fashion & clothing, electronics, furniture, handcrafts, florists, jewelry, services, industrial, fitness and more!
I do not work with adult websites, websites that display mature/adult related content in any manner. I also do not work with sites that sell CBD products, vaping, lingerie and pharmaceuticals.
Nope, I do not code or provide any of those services. My role is to consult, provide solutions, plans and strategy.
Nice, friendly companies that are motivated, open to expert suggestions or criticism and have a positive outlook in business overall!
No crabby people please! :)
Nope, I started as a web designer and then a Shopify expert, but the focus with Sellmaze is e-commerce consulting and Shopify site audits. I don't perform the changes I recommend such as web design services, theme design, marketing, SEO etc. What I will do is recommend vetted Shopify expert companies that I work with or I can help you find companies that can provide you with the best Shopify services possible. Letting me be involved in the selection of your team reduces the chances of getting scammed and in the end gets the best result.
With project management services, I will take charge of your team or the vetted team we recommend to create and complete all aspects of the scope and plan.
It was a blast, but I no longer build Shopify sites. I am strictly a consultant providing e-commerce consulting and Shopify store audits.
You can get started by filling out my getting started form here
Of course! Please contact me prior so we can make arrangements.
I am 100% self taught! In 17+ years working on web projects, creating shops and talking to hundreds of clients I have amassed a wealth of knowledge & expertise. I was also one of the first of a handful of experts on Shopify experts back in 2012. Was it that long ago? Wow! :)
Yes, Shopify is the main focus of my services. However, if you have a site on another platform and would like me to do an audit on it, I can certainly do that. Just email me with the specifics to make sure it's a good fit.
Yes, 100% USA based.
I am and in the central timezone CST, 2 hours ahead of those in the west and 1 hour behind those in the east. Did that help or make it worse with my explanation of timezones? :)
Let's connect
Wether you just got started or are already established let me help you go further with your Shopify adventure with expert Shopify consulting!