How We Work
Three membership tiers for locally owned businesses — each thoroughly reviewed.
Certified Listing
Your place in the directory.
- Standard directory card & profile
- Standard alphabetical listing placement
- Primary logo & contact info
- Single image / logo in media gallery
- Basic public contact details
- Included in directory search
- Certified Local Business trust badge
Preferred Partner
Stand out from the field.
- Full dedicated landing page
- Featured category placement
- Logos, banner, bio, & socials
- Up to 10 gallery photos
- Direct lead forms & routing
- Group email & social shoutouts
- Monthly analytic reports
- Preferred Partner Seal trust badge
Elite Premier
The only one in your category.
- Full dedicated landing page
- Top category pin & homepage spotlight
- Logos, banner, bio, & socials
- Unlimited photos + video tour
- Direct Lead routing and form links
- Dedicated social media spotlight feature
- Monthly analytic reports
- Social media advertisement
- Elite Premier Seal trust badge
Ready to join? Start your application.
How Reviews Work
Every listing passes through a 4-phase process before earning a place in the directory.
Application
Submit your business details, upload required documentation, and pay the application fee to begin review.
Evaluation
We audit your operations, compliance, customer reviews, and online presence to determine your score and tier.
Consultation
Review your scorecard on a quick call to discuss your verification tier, badge, and listing strategy.
Administration
Sign your listing agreement, choose your plan, and submit brand assets to activate your directory profile.
Our 100-Point Evaluation
Every business is scored across seven categories — a rigorous, objective rubric for qualification.
Compliance
15 ptsLicensing, insurance, and legal standing — verified.
Marketing
15 ptsOnline presence and brand consistency.
Management
15 ptsHow your team serves and treats customers.
Efficiency
15 ptsHow quickly and reliably you respond.
Satisfaction
15 ptsVerified customer feedback and reviews.
Reputation
10 ptsYour standing in the local community.
Operations
15 ptsThe strength and structure behind the business.