Dustin Parkes

Head of Content
Dustin Parkes

Dustin Parkes is Head of Content at Hypelocal.

With more than a decade of experience in content strategy and editorial leadership, Dustin has a proven track record of crafting high-impact content strategies for both B2B and B2C clients. His expertise in managing cross-platform content projects and delivering results-driven strategies ensures exceptional outcomes for Hypelocal’s diverse client base.

Known for his ability to balance creative vision with strategic execution, Dustin leads a team that produces SEO-optimized, client-centric content across multiple channels, driving engagement and enhancing brand visibility.

Experience

Dustin’s extensive career in content has shaped his expertise in developing and delivering impactful strategies that lead to results, including:

Executive Producer, National Post

As the Arts and Culture Editor at the National Post, Dustin led a team of writers and designers producing daily online and print content. This included the launch of branded newsletters and successfully executed custom content and native advertising campaigns.

Senior Content Marketing Specialist, Cyncly

At Cyncly, Dustin handled all aspects of content creation, including blogs, advertising collateral, newsletters, and web pages. He designed editorial schedules, developed B2B content strategies, and ensured brand consistency across all digital platforms. ‍ These experiences underscore Dustin’s ability to lead content teams, drive engagement, and execute innovative strategies that align with client goals.

Areas of Expertise

Dustin specializes in creating effective content strategies and finding the perfect tone of voice to deliver on those plans. He specializes in:

  • Content Strategy: Developing cross-platform content plans tailored to achieve measurable outcomes for clients.
  • Longform SEO Content: Crafting optimized content for websites and digital platforms to increase visibility and engagement.
  • Thought Leadership Development: Shaping narratives that position clients as industry authorities through insightful articles, white papers, and expert interviews.
  • Editorial Leadership: Managing teams to produce consistent, high-quality content across channels.

Dustin’s deep understanding of storytelling and data-driven decision-making ensures Hypelocal clients benefit from both creative and strategic solutions.

Credentials and Education

Dustin holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in English and Cultural Studies from York University.

Affiliations and Causes

Dustin is passionate about promoting arts, education, and human rights. 

He has volunteered his time on several occasions to speak to communications and journalism students at Toronto Metropolitan University, Humber College, George Brown College, and Centennial College.

Contributions

The Secret to Finding Your Next Customer? Focus on Their Problem, Not Your Product
Blog Article
April 23, 2025
The Secret to Finding Your Next Customer? Focus on Their Problem, Not Your Product

ToFu content should spotlight real audience pain points—empathy drives connection, cuts through noise, and increases conversion.

Why Hiring a Marketing Agency is Better Than Building an In-House Team
Blog Article
May 28, 2025
Why Hiring a Marketing Agency is Better Than Building an In-House Team

Agencies offer deeper expertise and lower costs than in-house teams, delivering better ROI and faster business growth.

How To Use Storytelling In Marketing
Blog Article
October 27, 2025
How To Use Storytelling In Marketing

Make your customer the hero—use the Hero’s Journey to craft stories that inspire action and build stronger brand connections.

How to Optimize Conversions with a Strategic Content Marketing Audit
Blog Article
July 9, 2025
How to Optimize Conversions with a Strategic Content Marketing Audit

Boost conversions with a strategic content audit that aligns assets to business goals and reveals high-impact growth insights.

How to Create Profitable Revenue with Results-Driven Marketing
Blog Article
November 7, 2024
How to Create Profitable Revenue with Results-Driven Marketing

Learn how results-driven marketing increases profits by combining demand gen, automation, AI, and CRM to nurture leads and streamline sales.

The 7-Step CRM Audit You Need To Increase Sales
Blog Article
August 27, 2025
The 7-Step CRM Audit You Need To Increase Sales

Run a 7-step CRM audit to improve sales, clean data, increase adoption, and align teams for stronger growth.

5 Steps to Improve Your Conversion Rate Optimization
Blog Article
November 13, 2024
5 Steps to Improve Your Conversion Rate Optimization

Increase your ROI with this 5-step CRO strategy. Learn to optimize key conversion points, run A/B tests, and refine CTAs for top results.

7 Essential Steps to Optimize Product Marketing for Better Conversions
Blog Article
July 17, 2025
7 Essential Steps to Optimize Product Marketing for Better Conversions

Audit your product marketing in 7 steps to boost alignment, messaging, and lead quality for better conversions.

What McKinsey Says Is the Real Secret to Making AI Profitable
Blog Article
March 25, 2025
What McKinsey Says Is the Real Secret to Making AI Profitable

AI won’t save or sink your marketing. But redesign your workflows around it—and that’s where the real gains start showing up.

The Hypelocal Empathy Engine—Free ChatGPT Prompt
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Free ChatGPT Prompt for URL Extraction
Core Funnel UX & CRO Optimization Template
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