Hawaii's Digital Marketing Pioneers Since 2012
Nekko Digital is a Honolulu-based digital marketing agency specializing in Generative Engine Optimization, organic SEO, and custom web design. We combine deep local Hawaii knowledge with global digital standards to help businesses achieve visibility across both traditional and AI-powered search engines.
From DEZCOOL to Nekko Digital
What started in 2012 as DEZCOOL, a web design studio, has evolved into Nekko Digital — a full-service digital marketing agency at the forefront of AI search optimization. Founded by Rodrigo Diniz, our journey has been driven by a relentless focus on what actually moves the needle for businesses: measurable visibility, qualified leads, and sustainable growth.
Based in Honolulu, we serve businesses across Oahu and around the world. Our team spans the United States, Europe, and South America, bringing diverse perspectives and global expertise to every engagement. This distributed model allows us to combine the deep local understanding of the Hawaiian market with cutting-edge strategies from digital marketing hubs worldwide.
Today, we are among the first agencies globally to specialize in Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — ensuring that brands are not only found in traditional search but are actively cited and recommended by AI-powered search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google Gemini.
What Drives Us
Transparency
No black-box strategies. We explain every action, share every metric, and align every decision with your business goals.
Innovation
We stay ahead of the curve. Our investment in GEO and AEO means your business is prepared for the future of search, not just today's landscape.
Partnership
Our 98% retention rate exists because we treat every client as a long-term partner. Your success is our success — that's not a slogan, it's our operating model.
Meet the Team
Rodrigo Diniz
AEO Strategy Lead & GEO Specialist
AEO Strategy Lead at Nekko Digital with 15+ years in digital marketing and AI search optimization.
Taylor Asao
Head of Business Development & Operations
Head of Business Development at Nekko Digital, driving client growth and operations in Honolulu.
Ready to Work Together?
Let's discuss how we can engineer your brand's visibility across traditional and AI-powered search engines.
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