Directory One, Inc. began its journey in 1981 as a yellow pages consulting company with a simple but powerful mission—helping businesses attract customers and generate quality leads. Back then, the yellow pages were the go-to resource for buyers, and we specialized in making sure our clients stood out.
As the years went on, our expertise expanded into other key directories such as student directories, the Thomas Register, the Blue Book, Martindale-Hubbell, and more. We understood early on that visibility in the right places translated into business growth, and we positioned our clients accordingly.
During this time, we were fortunate to work alongside talented professionals like our late graphic artist Andrea Dillon (RIP). Andrea’s creativity left an enduring mark—she designed the logo for Houston’s Second Baptist Church and even created the very first mural at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. Her work reflected the spirit of innovation and excellence that has always defined Directory One.
As directories began shifting online, we adapted quickly to help our clients transition with them. By the late 1990s, we had become laser-focused on lead generation through search engines. This natural evolution led us to build expertise in website design and search engine optimization (SEO), ensuring our clients stayed ahead in the digital age.
By the early 2000s, Directory One, Inc. had become one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agencies in Houston. In 2004 and 2005, the Houston Business Journal recognized our growth, placing us near the top of their lists for several consecutive years. We were early adopters of the SEO boom, and many of our customers quickly realized just how powerful search traffic could be for sustaining and growing their businesses.
Our passion for digital marketing extended into education. During this period, our team taught internet marketing courses at Rice University, the University of Houston, and Houston Baptist University, helping business owners and professionals understand how to harness the web to generate real results.
Custom website design, SEO website design, responsive design, ecommerce solutions, WordPress and Shopify websites, website maintenance, and more.
On-page optimization, link-building campaigns, local SEO, AI-driven content strategies, Google Business Profile optimization, ecommerce SEO, reputation management, and free SEO audits.
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and business profile management across Google, Bing, and Apple Maps, plus free social media marketing calendars.
Google Ads management, local service ads, Bing PPC, and remarketing campaigns.
MailChimp and Constant Contact campaigns, reputation management, online review monitoring, and corporate reputation services.
Domain registration, website and email hosting, and other essential digital marketing support.
From the yellow pages to Google search, from murals to digital media, our story has always been about one thing: helping businesses grow by connecting them with the right customers. And after more than four decades, that commitment hasn’t changed.
Contact Directory One today for professional Website design services in Houston