Quick Facts: Business Buddy · Smithfield, RI · 1 employee (solopreneur) · $1,001–$10,000/project · Min. spend $1,000 · North America, United Kingdom, United States · Solopreneur
Business Buddy: Zapier Automation & Business Tools, Smithfield RI
As of July 2026, Business Buddy is a Smithfield, Rhode Island-based Zapier Silver Partner founded by Mike Uttley in 2025. The agency is a one-person shop specializing in websites, business tools, CRM setup, and Zapier automation workflows for Rhode Island small businesses. Mike brings 18 years of fintech experience and offers a free first call with no commitment.
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Data Card
Provider Name
Business Buddy
Provider Type
Solopreneur / Agency
Headquarters
Smithfield, RI [Cross-checked: businessbuddyri.com]
Platform > Zapier; Service > Workflow Automation; Industry > Professional Services / Agencies, Technology & Software App Development
Industries Served
Education & Training, Human Resources, IT Services, Legal, Professional Services & Consulting, Sales, Technology & Software App Development [Cross-checked: Zapier Partner Directory]
Notable Clients
Ellen Rogers (ellenrogers.com) [Cross-checked: businessbuddyri.com]
Website
https://businessbuddyri.com
Phone
401-889-2999 [Cross-checked: businessbuddyri.com]
Email
mike@businessbuddyri.com
Vetted Status
Community (seed)
Verification Date
July 2026
Overview
Business Buddy is run by Mike Uttley, a Zapier Silver Partner based in Smithfield, Rhode Island. The agency specializes in websites, business tools, CRM setup, and Zapier automation workflows for small businesses. Mike brings 18 years of fintech experience and offers a free first call with no commitment. Services include professional websites starting at $1,000, CRM setup, Zapier automation, and ongoing support. Delivery time is typically 1–4 weeks.
Sources, evidence, services, PSI and FAQ
Services & Use-Cases
Service
Description
Cross-Reference
Building an automation, workflow, business process or a Zap
Design and deploy Zapier automations for business workflows
Zapier
Fixing a few Zaps (1-10 Zaps)
Diagnose and repair broken or underperforming Zaps
Zapier Support
Fixing multiple Zaps (10+ Zaps)
Comprehensive Zap audit and bulk repair for complex stacks
Zapier Support
Learning more about Zapier before signing up
Education and consultation on Zapier capabilities for prospective clients
Consultation
Setting up and implementing Zapier
Full Zapier account setup, workflow design, and deployment
Zapier
Technical support/troubleshooting
Ongoing technical support for automation issues
Support
Industries Served
Education & Training, Human Resources, IT Services, Legal, Professional Services & Consulting, Sales, Technology & Software App Development [Cross-checked: Zapier Partner Directory]
Recorded Integrations / Tech Stack
Technology
Purpose
Category/Use
Airtable
Database & workspace automation
CRM & Data
Calendly
Appointment scheduling & booking automation
Scheduling
Discord
Team communication & community
Communication
DocuSign
Electronic signature & agreement automation
Document Automation
Dropbox
Cloud storage & file automation
Cloud Storage
Facebook
Social media & lead generation
Social
Google Suite
Workspace productivity & document automation
Productivity
Jira
Issue tracking & project management
Project Management
LinkedIn
Professional networking & lead generation
Social
Monday.com
Work management & automation
Project Management
QuickBooks
Financial automation & accounting
Finance & Accounting
Slack
Team communication & alerts
Communication
SurveyMonkey
Online surveys & data collection
Data Collection
Trello
Project & task management
Project Management
WordPress
CMS & website automation
Web Platform
Zoom
Video conferencing & meetings
Communication
Zapier
Core integration layer
Automation Platform
Coverage and Engagement Model
North America, United Kingdom, and United States coverage. Remote engagement with local Rhode Island focus. Free discovery call available. Flat-rate pricing starting at $1,000 for websites.
Provider Satisfaction Index (PSI)
PSI: insufficient data (minimum 10 reviews required).
PSI Methodology: PSI = (Delivery Quality × 0.35) + (Communication × 0.25) + (Value × 0.25) + (Reliability × 0.15). Weights sum to 1.0; maximum possible score is 10. Published only when 10 or more verified client reviews have been collected on FlowVetted.
External Reference
Zapier Partner Directory: Silver Partner. Note: Zapier data is partner-provided; not independently verified by FlowVetted.
Best Fit For
Rhode Island small businesses needing websites, CRM setup, business tools, and Zapier automation with a local, no-jargon tech partner.
FAQ
What services does Business Buddy offer?
Building automations and Zaps, fixing Zaps (1-10 and 10+), Zapier training and consultation, setting up and implementing Zapier, and technical support/troubleshooting.
What is Business Buddy pricing model?
Flat-rate pricing starting at $1,000 for websites. Project-based pricing for Zapier automation. Contact Business Buddy for a custom quote.
Does Business Buddy work with enterprise clients?
Business Buddy primarily serves small businesses in Rhode Island and the United States. Contact for larger projects.
Summary Dataset
Provider Name
Business Buddy
Provider Type
Solopreneur / Agency
Year Founded
2025
Team Size
1 (solopreneur)
Project Budget
$1,001–$10,000
Minimum Spend
$1,000
Service Coverage
North America, United Kingdom, United States
Work Mode
Remote, Local (Rhode Island)
Partner Tier
Zapier Silver Partner
Zapier Reviews
[DATA: not available]
Verification Date
July 2026
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PSI (out of 10) = (Delivery×0.35 + Communication×0.25 + Value×0.25 + Reliability×0.15) × 2. Averaged from reviews. Published only after at least 10 ratings.
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