Ballantine Digital and MANTEC Host a Webinar on AI Search for Manufacturers

Ryan Coté will share practical strategies to help manufacturers get cited, mentioned, and recommended by ChatGPT, Google AI, and Perplexity.

RIDGEWOOD, NJ, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Ballantine Digital Managing Partner Ryan Coté will present a free webinar hosted by MANTEC on November 11, 2026.

The webinar is titled “Winning AI Search: How Manufacturers Can Get Cited, Mentioned, and Recommended.” This webinar will help manufacturers improve their visibility in AI-powered search.

The virtual event will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Registration is now open.

Helping Manufacturers Adapt to AI Search
AI is changing how buyers research manufacturers, compare capabilities, and select suppliers. Platforms such as ChatGPT, Google AI, and Perplexity are becoming additional ways for businesses to discover manufacturing companies.

During the webinar, Coté will explain how Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) can support AI search visibility. He will discuss how manufacturers can improve their chances of being cited, mentioned, and recommended by these platforms.

Topics will include:
-Website structure and technical optimization
-Answer-ready content that addresses customer questions
-Topical authority and industry expertise
-Schema markup and structured data
-Online reviews, backlinks, and external brand mentions
-Evaluating current AI search visibility

Attendees will gain a practical framework for assessing their company’s AI search presence. They will also learn how to prioritize improvements that can strengthen their online visibility.

About the Presenter
Ryan Coté is Managing Partner of Ballantine Digital, a family-owned digital marketing agency specializing in B2B manufacturing and industrial companies.
Ballantine helps manufacturers improve online visibility and generate qualified leads. Their expertise includes SEO, AI search optimization, content marketing, paid advertising, LinkedIn, and website development.

Coté also hosts The Manufacturer’s Mindset Podcast, which features conversations with manufacturing and industrial professionals.

Webinar Registration Information

Webinar Title: Winning AI Search: How Manufacturers Can Get Cited, Mentioned, and Recommended
Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Presenter: Ryan Coté, Managing Partner, Ballantine Digital
Host: MANTEC

Manufacturers and industrial professionals looking to improve their AI search visibility can register on MANTEC’s website.

Register for the webinar here.

MANTEC is a member of the MEP National Network. The organization serves manufacturers throughout South Central Pennsylvania. Its services and resources help businesses improve productivity, competitiveness, and operational performance.

About Ballantine Digital
Ballantine is a third-generation, family-owned marketing agency established in 1966. The digital division of Ballantine, based in Ridgewood, New Jersey, specializes in digital marketing for B2B manufacturing and industrial companies.

Its services include SEO, AI search optimization, paid advertising, content marketing, LinkedIn, and website development. Ballantine Digital helps clients improve their online visibility and generate qualified leads.

For more information, visit Ballantine Digital.

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