Forrest Schwartz, the dynamic Founder and CEO of Bowling Alley Marketing (BAM), is no stranger to entrepreneurship and the drive to assist small business owners in achieving success.
Beginning his career in print advertising sales, Forrest discovered a love for working with local businesses. However, realizing that digital mediums held the key to the future, he left print behind and, at just 20 years old, established his first digital marketing agency. Although he faced many trials and errors in those early days, Forrest took these experiences in stride, viewing them as invaluable lessons rather than setbacks.
To gain further business acumen, Forrest spent six years in the financial services industry, first at a boutique firm, then at TD Ameritrade. There, he earned his Series 6, 63, 65, and 7 certifications, as well as Life and Health certifications, equipping him with a broad knowledge base in investment and money management.
Yet, Forrest's entrepreneurial spirit remained strong. Compelled to assist small business owners and fueled by his ambition, he left TD Ameritrade in 2019 to create his second agency, TopLine Growth. It was during this period that he began working with Midway Bowl, a collaboration that led to significant business growth and, in turn, an opportunity to invest in a second location. This venture marked Forrest's first step into becoming a proprietor and cemented his resolution to dedicate his agency to the singular focus of helping bowling centers grow. Thus, BAM was born.
Under Forrest's leadership, BAM currently partners with 35 bowling centers across the country, with an impressive average business growth of 21% in the first year of collaboration.
On the personal front, Forrest resides in Boiling Springs, PA, with his fiancee, Whitney, and their English Bulldog, Elie. When he's not helping bowling centers strike it big, Forrest stays active by bodybuilding, road biking, and hiking. As the eldest of eight siblings, he knows a thing or two about teamwork and leadership – lessons he applies both in fitness and in business.
Forrest's mission – and the mission of BAM – is to empower bowling centers, helping them harness the power of digital marketing to achieve unprecedented growth and success. His guiding principle? "Success isn't just about the destination; it's about the journey. Together, let's make your journey remarkable.
What people say about us
BAM Clients
Adler Home Inspections LLC
My husband and I started a home inspection business a few months ago and needed a website. We are so thankful to have found Bowling Alley Marketing. Forrest was so patient with me while guiding me through the process. We are thrilled with the website and have had many compliments already. We were so impressed with it that we asked him to design a brochure for the business as well. I would highly recommend Bowling Alley Marketing.
Tyler Dockter
Forrest and his team at Bowling Alley Marketing have been great to work with! Always on time with continued support when we need it the most. Highly recommended for your business.
Drew Halton
Bowling Alley Marketing can help elevate your online influence with stunning photography. Great ideas by great people. Go Bowling Alley Marketing.
Logan Spiewak
Forrest does tremendous work when it comes to marketing. He’s very clear and precise on what his company does and I highly recommend him! 10/10
Robert Mowery
Bowling Alley Marketing played a pivotal role in our course having its best year yet. Looking forward to another year of partnership with them.
Elizabeth Gallo
I have greatly enjoyed working with Bowling Alley Marketing! They are easily accessible, accommodating, and really good at what they do. They have made my life so much easier when it comes to filling in the gaps of areas where I lack expertise, particularly in marketing. Highly recommend!
Born from two decades of learning to crack the business development code. The Bowling Alley Marketing team’s teeth were cut in some of the most competitive industries in business. Now we’re putting those lessons to work for clients and leveraging technology to see truly remarkable results.
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