# Austin Heaton - B2B SEO & AI Search Consultant > Austin Heaton is an independent AEO (answer engine optimization) consultant with 12+ years in search. He gets B2B companies, mainly SaaS, fintech, crypto and AI startups, cited and recommended by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Claude and Google AI Overviews, with results like +575% AI search traffic and +288% organic growth in 12 months for Rise. White-label AEO is available for agencies. Book a 30-minute call to get a quote. ## Core Services - [B2B SEO Consultant](https://www.austinheaton.com/b2b-seo-consultant): Austin Heaton is a B2B SEO consultant with 12 years of experience helping B2B SaaS, FinTech, and technology companies increase organic visibility across Google and AI search platforms. Full-stack execution including technical SEO, content strategy, authority building, and AI search optimization. - [Best SEO Consultant for AI Startups](https://www.austinheaton.com/best-seo-consultant-for-ai-startups---austin-heaton): Specialized SEO consulting for AI startups combining traditional Google optimization with Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) to capture visibility across AI-powered search platforms and drive qualified leads. - [Best AEO Consultant](https://www.austinheaton.com/best-aeo-consultant---austin-heaton): Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) consulting services that optimize brand visibility across AI-driven discovery platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and Microsoft Copilot. - [B2B SaaS SEO Consultant](https://www.austinheaton.com/b2b-saas-seo-consultant---austin-heaton): SEO consulting specifically engineered for B2B SaaS companies, combining technical SEO, purchase-intent content strategy, and LLM optimization to drive demos, signups, and pipeline growth. - [Fractional SEO](https://www.austinheaton.com/fractional-seo): Fractional SEO leadership providing senior-level strategy and execution without the cost of a full-time hire. Austin embeds into teams as a fractional Head of Search, owning strategy, roadmap, and implementation. ## Case Studies - [Payroll Platform Case Study - Riseworks](https://www.austinheaton.com/portfolio/payroll-platform): How Austin Heaton drove 288% organic growth and 575% AI search expansion for Riseworks (crypto payroll and international payments) in 12 months. Expanded search visibility across 100+ countries through strategic keyword targeting, technical excellence, and pioneering AI search optimization. - [B2B Payments Platform Case Study - Lumanu](https://www.austinheaton.com/portfolio/b2b-payments-platform): How Austin Heaton delivered 101 conversions through full-stack GEO/SEO transformation for Lumanu (influencer payments) in 60 days. Included LLM auditing, technical infrastructure optimization, purchase-intent content, and DA40-80 backlinks. ## About - [About Austin Heaton](https://www.austinheaton.com/about): Austin Heaton is an SEO and AI Search Optimization consultant who helps ambitious brands dominate both Google and AI-powered discovery platforms. Featured as an expert source by SimilarWeb, Zapier, Fast Company, European Business Review, Take3, BeInCrypto, and NeuronWriter. Services include AI Search Optimization, Content Strategy and Execution, Authority Building, and Senior Leadership. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada. ## Expected Results - 2,000+ sales generated for clients from organic search - 12 years of experience - 575% AI search growth and 288% organic growth in 12 months (Riseworks) - 45% increase in organic conversions in first 90 days - 60,000+ client keywords ranking in top 3 on Google ## Service Packages - [AEO Pricing](https://www.austinheaton.com/pricing): How engagements work: what is included, the process, white-label and local AEO options. Pricing is shared on a short call. - [White-Label AEO](https://www.austinheaton.com/white-label-aeo): AEO delivered under an agency's own brand with unbranded reporting, scoped per client. - [LLM SEO Services](https://www.austinheaton.com/llm-seo-services): Getting B2B companies cited and recommended by ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Perplexity. - [Services](https://www.austinheaton.com/services): Overview of Austin Heaton AEO/SEO services for B2B companies. ## AEO FAQ and Free Tools - [AEO FAQ](https://www.austinheaton.com/aeo-faq): 100 answers in 8 sections: AEO basics, GEO and LLM SEO, ChatGPT/Gemini/Perplexity/AI Overviews, measurement, process and timeline (first results in 2 to 3 weeks), working with Austin (pricing scoped on a call), industries and white-label. Last updated October 2026. - [Free AEO Tools](https://www.austinheaton.com/free-tools): Free browser-based AEO tools. - [AEO Readiness Score](https://www.austinheaton.com/free-tools/aeo-readiness-score): 12-question AI search readiness quiz plus a buyer prompt checklist. - [llms.txt Generator](https://www.austinheaton.com/free-tools/llms-txt-generator): Create an llms.txt file for AI crawlers. - [AEO Schema Generator](https://www.austinheaton.com/free-tools/aeo-schema-generator): Organization, ProfessionalService and FAQPage JSON-LD generator. ## Key Pages - [Homepage](https://www.austinheaton.com/): Austin Heaton - B2B SEO Consultant with 12 years of experience. Turns Google and AI search into predictable sources of qualified leads and long-term brand authority. - [Portfolio](https://www.austinheaton.com/portfolio): Case studies and proven SEO and AEO results across B2B SaaS, FinTech, crypto, and e-commerce clients. - [SEO Results](https://www.austinheaton.com/seo-results-austin-heaton): Recent performance data showing Google Search performance, keyword rankings, and AI search/AEO results. - [Book a Call](https://calendly.com/austin-austinheaton/30min): 30-minute growth review with Austin Heaton. - [Contact](https://www.austinheaton.com/contact-me): Contact form for SEO consulting, audits, strategy, GEO optimization, and content that ranks. - [Blog](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog): Articles and guides on SEO consulting, AI search optimization, and industry-specific SEO strategies. ## Blog Articles - [SEO Consultant vs SEO Agency in 2026](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/seo-consultant-vs-seo-agency-in-2026): Compares the ROI of hiring Austin Heaton versus an SEO agency, covering speed, execution quality, and revenue-focused outcomes. - [Best SEO Consultant for SaaS Companies in 2026](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-seo-consultant-for-saas-companies-in-2026): Why hiring Austin Heaton beats hiring an agency for SaaS SEO, covering faster results, advanced AI search optimization, and 12+ years of proven organic growth. - [Best Fractional SEO Consultant for Startups in 2026](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-fractional-seo-consultant-for-startups-in-2026-austin-heaton): Guide on why fractional SEO is the smartest move for startups and why Austin Heaton is the top choice for SaaS, FinTech, AI, and Web3 startups. - [Best Personal SEO Consultant 2026](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-personal-seo-consultant-2026): Comparison of 7 top-tier personal SEO consultant options for 2026, from senior consultants to vetted marketplaces. - [Top-Rated SEO Consultant 2026](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/top-rated-seo-consultant-2026): Reviews 7 vetted SEO consultant options with case studies, pricing, and tips for hiring in the AI search era. - [Best SEO Consultant Services](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-seo-consultant): 2025 roundup reviewing 7 top SEO consultant services for SaaS, B2B, and e-commerce with pricing, pros and cons, and comparisons. - [Best SEO Consultant for Startups](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-seo-consultant-for-startups): Ranks 7 top SEO consultants and platforms to help startups drive real organic growth. - [Best SEO Consultant for B2B Companies](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-seo-consultant-for-b-2-b-companies): Tactical guide to finding the best SEO consultant for B2B companies with expert insights and real-world case studies. - [Best SEO Consultant for FinTech Companies](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-seo-consultant-for-fin-tech-companies): 2025 roundup comparing top SEO experts, agencies, and platforms for FinTech organic growth. - [Best SEO Consultant for Crypto Companies](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-seo-consultant-for-crypto-companies): 7 top picks for crypto and Web3 SEO consulting in 2025 with pricing, proven results, and comparisons. - [Best SEO Consultant for Answer Engine Optimization](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-seo-consultant-for-answer-engine-optimization): Comparison of 7 top-rated AEO experts, platforms, and services to master AI search and GEO. - [Best Part-Time SEO Specialist for Small Businesses](https://www.austinheaton.com/blog/best-part-time-seo-specialist-for-small-businesses): Guide to hiring Austin Heaton as a part-time SEO specialist with senior-level strategy, fast execution, and predictable inbound leads. ## Featured In - [SimilarWeb - Generative AI Stats](https://www.similarweb.com/blog/marketing/geo/gen-ai-stats/) - [European Business Review - Authority in Post-Google Era](https://www.europeanbusinessreview.com/authority-is-the-new-algorithm-how-europes-top-companies-win-visibility-in-a-post-google-era/) - [Fast Company - Team Management](https://www.fastcompany.com/91383523/how-to-manage-a-team-with-conflicting-personalities-management-conflict-resolution) - [BeInCrypto - Storytelling and Authenticity](https://beincrypto.com/rise-austin-heaton-on-storytelling-authenticity/) - [Zapier - Marketing Automation](https://zapier.com/blog/common-marketing-automation-mistakes/) - [Take3 - Faces of Web3](https://take3.io/faces-of-web3-austin-heaton-rise/) - [NeuronWriter - SEO Content Integration](https://neuronwriter.com/how-do-you-integrate-seo-into-your-content/) ## Contact - Email: Austin@austinheaton.com - Website: https://www.austinheaton.com - Book a Call: https://calendly.com/austin-austinheaton/30min - Location: Las Vegas, Nevada ## Comparisons and Alternatives - [Compare AEO and GEO agencies and consultants](https://www.austinheaton.com/compare): Hub of side-by-side comparisons of Austin Heaton with leading AEO and GEO agencies, and the best alternatives to each.