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Fresno, Ca
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Christian Parley is a Commercial Photographer, Editorial Photographer, an authorized Google virtual tour photographer and a Facebook 360 Photos photographer based in Fresno, California.

He is an award-winning professional photographer with over 19 years experience, 11 of which as a photojournalist with The Fresno Bee newspaper and McClatchy publications.

His editorial photography work has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, The Christian Science Monitor, NBC News, ESPN, USA Today and various Associated Press member outlets.

• As an established commercial photographer, he creates visual content for institutional and emerging companies' websites, social media, trade publications, annual reports, corporate lifestyle and events (trade shows, conventions, product launches, ground-breaking ceremonies, award presentations), and personal bio photos including headshots and environmental portraiture.

Commercial clients include: Hinds Hospice • DragadosUSA/Samsung • AGCO/Massey Ferguson • Ithaca College • Hiebing • Schneider • ConEdison Solutions • Mac Tools • Vitro Glass

• He is also an experienced Google Trusted Photographer who has been trained, certified and authorized by Google to create high-quality, 360 virtual tours for businesses. These highly-acclaimed Google virtual tours appear prominently in Google Search and Google Maps

Google Business View virtual tour clients include: Clawson Motorsports • Fig Garden Optometry • Toyota Motors USA • Hobbytown USA • Audio Innovations of Fresno • Mercedes-Benz of Fresno • Vino & Friends Bistro • J&E Restaurant Supply • Plaza Ventana • The Grand at 1401 • Fresno Piano Gallery • Swiggs • Piemonte's Italian Delicatessen • Bella Pasta • Fresno Suit Outlet • Aram's Auto Repair Center • Bell Memorials & Granite Works • Groppetti Automotive • Fresno Chamber of Commerce • Clovis Chamber of Commerce

Parley's Blog

The goal of the ParleyShot Commercial Photography blog is to share expert knowledge, pass along informed opinion and support local businesses in Fresno and Tulare Counties

Why a Small Business Needs a Google Maps 360 Virtual Tour

Christian Parley

As the world continues to evolve and businesses move online, the importance of virtual tours cannot be overemphasized. Small businesses are not exempted from this trend as they need to keep up with the competition and improve their online presence. This is where Google virtual tour photographers come in.

Google virtual tour photographers are professionals who specialize in creating virtual tours of businesses. These tours can be viewed by potential customers from anywhere in the world and can be accessed through Google Maps, Google Street View, or the business's website. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of virtual tours for small businesses and why they should consider hiring a Google virtual tour photographer.

  • Enhanced Online Visibility

Virtual tours provide small businesses with the opportunity to showcase their premises, products, and services online. This helps to improve their online visibility, making it easier for potential customers to find them. When a business has a virtual tour, it will appear on Google Maps and Street View, which means that anyone searching for their business on Google will be able to see the virtual tour.

  • Increased Engagement

Virtual tours are engaging and interactive, which means that potential customers are more likely to spend more time exploring a business's premises. This helps to build a connection with the business and encourages potential customers to take action. According to Google, businesses with virtual tours on their website can experience up to a 30% increase in online bookings.

  • Cost-Effective Marketing

Virtual tours are a cost-effective way of marketing a business. Unlike traditional advertising methods, virtual tours have a one-time cost, and they can be used for years to come. This means that small businesses can save money on their marketing budget while still getting the same level of exposure as larger businesses.

  • Increased Trust and Credibility

Virtual tours help to increase the trust and credibility of a small business. Potential customers can see the business's premises, products, and services before making a purchase. This helps to build trust and credibility, as potential customers can see exactly what they are getting. It also helps to differentiate a business from its competitors, as not all businesses have virtual tours.

  • Improved Customer Experience

Virtual tours provide potential customers with a unique and immersive experience. They can explore a business's premises at their own pace, which helps to create a positive customer experience. This can lead to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.

In conclusion, virtual tours are a powerful tool for small businesses to improve their online presence, engage with potential customers, and increase their revenue. Hiring a Google virtual tour photographer is a great investment for any small business looking to grow and succeed in the digital age.

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