Melon Local CEO Whitney Green-Olson reflects on 2025 and shares updates on 2026.

Fireside Chat with Melon Local’s CEO: 2026 Edition

2025 was a year of real progress for Melon Local — not just in growth, but in the tools, support and momentum we built alongside our clients.

It’s safe to say we had our share of fresh milestones over the past year, including:

  • Launching Melon Max live transfer calls and internet leads — further solidifying our place as the original one-stop shop for digital marketing.
  • Connecting with thousands of agents and their team members through expanded Melon University workshops and sponsoring industry-leading events, including Soaring Eagle and ATS.
  • Earning the Best Service Award at BizX North America, maintaining Google Premier Partner status, raising over $4,300 for Light the Night as the top corporate fundraiser and being named a Nevada Top Workplace again.

Of course, the biggest headline of the year was Melon Max. Since its launch, Melon Max delivered more than 88,000 advanced-filtered calls, 700,000 exclusive clicks and 20,000 quality leads.

Agents wanted a more direct path to high-intent opportunities, and Melon Max delivered — better visibility, faster follow-up and clearer performance data. Even as agencies explore other options, Melon Max remains a go-to because it’s built exclusively for our clients and focused on real conversations that drive real growth.

And while Melon Max raised the bar, the broader marketing landscape shifted fast in 2025 as AI changed how search and content behave. We stayed ahead with smarter SEO, sharper paid search and social content that feels more personal and relevant — all while keeping the hands-on support Melon is known for. Technology helps us move faster, but relationships are still why clients stay.

That same momentum also opened a new chapter for us. We began expanding our digital marketing services beyond insurance to more small business owners in industries like health and wellness and law — and we’ll keep building on that in a legendary 2026.

To everyone who partnered with us in 2025, thank you for being part of what we’re cultivating.

Curious what more Melon Local can do for your marketing in 2026? Schedule a demo today, and we’ll roll out the green carpet!