Soaring Eagle Agent Study Group Coming Back Stronger in 2026
The Soaring Eagle agent study group isn’t just back for 2026 — it’s bigger than ever. More than 400 agents and team members from across the U.S. are already set to attend from January 28–30 at the Soaring Eagle Resort & Casino in Mt. Pleasant, MI, making this the largest gathering the study group has […]
Meet Melon Local’s Marketing Team
At Melon Local, our marketing team’s first priority is telling Melon’s story — making sure our brand, content, and resources stay fresh, consistent, and impactful. Every ad we create, every Melon University webinar we host, every blog we write and every piece of branded content we design has a purpose: to showcase what makes us […]
Beyond Keywords: How ChatGPT-5 Redefines Search
OpenAI’s recent launch of ChatGPT-5 marks a significant shift in online search behavior. Even this blog’s feature image was created using ChatGPT-5 — a fitting example of how AI is no longer just a tool we talk about, but one we actively use to create and communicate. Originally kicking off the AI revolution with its […]
How to Prepare Your Business for Instagram’s SEO Update
As of July 10, Instagram is now allowing search engines like Google and Bing to index public content from professional accounts. Essentially, this means the content you share — whether it’s photos, carousels or Reels — from eligible accounts can now appear in search engine results pages (SERPs) — even for users who aren’t logged […]
Why Enroll Your Agency in Melon University
At Melon Local, we’re not ones for a “set it and forget” type of approach to digital marketing — and we believe the same goes for continued education. If you’ve seen Melon University mentioned in your inbox or on your social feed and wondered what it’s all about, here’s your answer. Whether you’re a seasoned […]
Google Ads Updates Its Unfair Advantage Policy
Google recently changed its rules on how many ads a business can show on a single search results page — and if you want to stay competitive, it’s important for you to understand what’s changed. On April 14, Google updated its Unfair Advantage Policy to allow multiple ads from the same business to appear on […]
Melon Local Visits Google’s Headquarters
At Melon Local, we don’t just keep up with the latest in digital marketing — we go straight to the source. Several members of our Melon Patch, including CEO Whitney Green-Olson, recently had the incredible opportunity to visit Google’s headquarters in California for an exclusive learning experience with some of the brightest minds in digital […]
Melon Local Celebrates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month
At Melon Local, we take pride in being a women-led agency where leadership, expertise and innovation thrive. We understand that diverse leadership isn’t just beneficial — it’s essential. As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we recognize the women who shape our company’s and clients’ success today and every day. Notably, we […]
What to Know About the FCC’s Vacated TCPA Consent Rule
The regulatory landscape for insurance marketers took an unexpected turn on January 24 when the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) officially postponed the enforcement of its 1-to-1 Consent Rule for up to 12 months. But just hours later, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals went a step further — vacating the rule entirely. This ruling effectively […]