Despite their exceptional reputation and strong corporate partnerships, this leading women's shelter network was hindered by an outdated website that failed to reflect their impact and mission. They needed a comprehensive digital transformation that would enable non-technical staff to manage content while better serving their diverse stakeholders.
Strategic Objectives
Create a compelling digital presence that resonates with donors while streamlining access to resources for press, academics, and those seeking support
Develop a secure members-only portal to serve as a central hub for 100+ community partners
Implement an SEO strategy to capitalize on their strong industry reputation and numerous citations
Execute a complex content migration while preserving critical backlinks from partner organizations
The website design focused on warm, welcoming visual elements that align with their mission
Technical Execution
I led the transformation from an obsolete system to a modern WordPress platform, focusing on:
Content Migration Strategy: Leveraged AI tools to analyze existing content and implement comprehensive URL redirection, preventing 404 errors and preserving SEO value
Information Architecture: Redesigned the site structure to optimize user journeys for multiple stakeholder groups
SEO Implementation: Built-in SEO best practices at both technical and content levels
Custom WordPress Development: Created an intuitive admin interface for non-technical staff
Design Philosophy The new design balanced professionalism with approachability, featuring:
Warm, welcoming visual elements that align with their mission
Simplified navigation for diverse user groups
Optimized donation pathways
Responsive design for all devices
Impact
The revamped digital presence delivered measurable results:
60% increase in overall website traffic
40% increase in donation leads
Improved content management efficiency for staff
Enhanced online visibility and authority
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Posted Dec 16, 2024
Digital transformation for major women's shelter network: migrated legacy content to WordPress, implemented SEO strategy, built members portal. 1.6x traffic 🎯