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Hugh Lobel

Director of Marketing Services As Director of Marketing Services, Hugh workes closely with SPARK's account managers and creative team members, overseeing unity of a project's vision and direction. He grounds his team's processes in research and analysis of the industry's best practices. connect on Linkedin

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Construction Industry

Mobile Apps vs. Progressive Web Apps: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Business

Many organizations initially come to us because they want to build a mobile app. They either have a new, innovative idea or they have a manual, internal process they want to digitize and automate. What many of these organizations aren’t aware of is a similar but different approach to building an app: progressive web apps.  […]

Construction Industry

Your Website Is A Tool For Telling Your Brand Story

Your website can be a tool to create lasting relationships with your customers. Learn how to tell your brand story online to connect with customers.

Construction Industry

How a Strong, Memorable Brand Identity Can Cut Through the Noise

Companies constantly face the challenge of standing out among a sea of options and winning the attention of buyers. How do you cut through the noise? A strong, memorable brand identity. 

Construction Industry

SPARK Business Works Recognized as 2025 West Michigan Best and Brightest Award Winner

SPARK Business Works has been named as a 2025 West Michigan Best and Brightest Award Winner.

Construction Industry

Stay the Course: Marketing During Difficult or Uncertain Times

We know that when times are tough, forgoing marketing is common. But the reality is that pausing marketing to save money does more harm than good. A continuous digital marketing plan is crucial for business success. The digital landscape is dynamic, and consumer behavior evolves rapidly, so consistent marketing efforts allow businesses to adapt and […]

Construction Industry

SPARK Business Works Recognized as 2024 Best and Brightest Winner

SPARK Business Works has acquired Business Builders Marketing, a full-service digital marketing agency based in Bloomington, IL.

Construction Industry

12 Signs You Need to Update Your Website

If you haven’t updated your website in a while, check these 8 critical areas to see if you’re falling behind.

Construction Industry

SPARK Business Works Finalizes Acquisition of Digital Marketing Firm Business Builders Marketing

SPARK Business Works has acquired Business Builders Marketing, a full-service digital marketing agency based in Bloomington, IL.

Construction Industry

Web Accessibility: A Guide to Creating Inclusive Digital Experiences

Learn how web accessibility standards create an inclusive online environment where everyone can access infor and interact with digital content without barriers.