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  • Searchbloom

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    Top Rated SEO Agency by Forbes, USA Today, Backlinko, & Search Engine Land

    Searchbloom is an award-winning, performance-driven digital marketing firm specializing in SEO, PPC, and CRO. We build custom strategies around business models and margins, execute under one roof, and stay accountable to measurable revenue focused results for mid market and enterprise brands...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    South Jordan, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed

    Searchbloom Services

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Nordstrom
    • Bill.com
    • 1800 contacts
    • Idera, Inc.
    • Divvy
    • Wh Law
    • Schwartzapfel Lawyers
    • Goedeker's
    • Suse
    • DeWils
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Searchbloom Reviews & Testimonials

    • Sacha Awwa
      Sacha Awwa Founder at SAMG Marketing
      5.0

      SEO Review from Sacha Awwa

      Outstanding SEO Partner They Deliver Every TimeSearch Bloom is hands down the best SEO company I've worked with. What sets them apart is their commitment to actually delivering on what they promise something that's honestly rare in this industry.The team consistently extends themselves to push through challenges and get results. I've worked with them to support my clients' needs, and they've been nothing short of amazing on all fronts. Their level of trust and reliability is exactly what you want in a strategic partner.If you're looking for an SEO company that won't just talk the talk but will actually deliver, Search Bloom is it. Highly recommend them without reservation.

    • Clayton Johnson
      Clayton Johnson Director of Licensing and Publishing at Musicnotes
      5.0

      Advertising Review from Clayton Johnson

      Searchbloom managed our SEO and Paid Search Advertising channels with much success. They are deeply knowledgeable and professional. They can explain why they make the choices they do and provide a clear strategic vision for how to grow our brand in a challenging environment.

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous CMO at Food Manufacturing Company
      5.0

      SEO Review from Anonymous

      Our traffic has increased and our keyword positions have improved to the point where we’re ranking on page one. We know SEO is a long-term effort, but we’re happy with the results so far. What stands out most about Searchbloom is their transparency and integrity.

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  • Intero Digital

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency in the US

    Driven by patented technology and proven strategies, our team works to take market share from your competitors, increase your brand equity, grow qualified traffic, and increase your revenue and profit...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    18 Projects Listed

    Intero Digital Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Email Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • CRO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Gaiam
    • Jaguar
    • Ace Hardware
    • Don Julio
    • 100% Chiropractic
    • Current
    • University of Colorado
    • Christy Sports
    • Learning RX
    • Land Rover
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Intero Digital Reviews & Testimonials

    • Dan Murphy
      Dan Murphy Owner at M4 Ranch Group
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Dan Murphy

      Working with Intero Digital has brought a new dimension to our business. We are in a HIGHLY competitive field. Of the nationwide companies in our field, we are in the top 5 and climbing. Intero Digital is [a] significant part of that success. [The] bottom line is every marketing dollar counts. Our dollars spent with Intero Digital are now a priority. (Verified via email)

    • Julie Gonzalez
      Julie Gonzalez Executive Assistant at Revolution Tea
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Julie Gonzalez

      Our working relationship with the team at Intero Digital is easily one of our favorites! Not only does the team collaborate on ideas to grow our online presence and increase revenue, but they also do it in a way that makes sense for us and makes us excited!

    • Madison Lee
      Madison Lee Marketing Specialist at Isotec Security
      5.0

      SEO Review from Madison Lee

      These people are effective, creative, and responsive. Would absolutely recommend.

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  • Brand. Build. Grow.

    Big Red Jelly is a branding, web design and growth marketing agency serving US-based businesses nationwide. Our Brand. Build. Grow. process takes companies from a first impression to a system that keeps generating revenue, month after month...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • AEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Provo, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    25 Projects Listed

    Big Red Jelly Services

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • AEO
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • CRO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Parkway Construction
    • United Franchise Group
    • University of Utah Health
    • Savory Food Fund
    • MIT
    • Little Joe's Boots
    • The Ready Stone
    • Hirschi Companies
    • R and R BBQ
    • Mo' Bettahs
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Big Red Jelly Reviews & Testimonials

    • Shellsea Moala
      Shellsea Moala Owner at Pacific Security Services
      5.0

      WordPress Website Design Review from Shellsea Moala

      I am very pleased with our website. They really captured what we wanted and we don’t have anything bad to say about them. They were prompt with communication and for a small business, gave us a really good deal on our website.

    • Gaston Magrinat
      Gaston Magrinat owner at Barcelona Experience
      1.2

      WordPress Website Design Review from Gaston Magrinat

      The team is personable. The visual design is professional. When the engagement was going smoothly, communication was responsive and the relationship was positive. That is the full extent of what I can recommend.$16,610 paid across a website build and eight-month SEO programme. When the structural failures emerged commercial content hidden from search engines from day one, a broken contact form for four months, core deliverables marked complete in their own system that had never been done the pattern became consistent and never changed. Friendly responses. Reassurance. Deferral. Not in scope. Next month.When I submitted a formal nine-section evidence package drawn from BRJ's own contracts and internal records, their response was to propose continuing the retainer at $995 per month to complete the outstanding contracted work. Every item in that proposal was already in the original contract. That proposal was their own written admission that eight months of billing had not delivered what was contracted.When I declined and requested a refund, their formal written response claimed the Scope of Work was fully executed. Their own internal documents list the same deliverables as outstanding in April 2026 that were marked complete throughout the engagement. Both documents are BRJ's. Both cannot be true.Not one specific failure was acknowledged. Not one item of evidence was addressed.Mistakes happen in every agency engagement. What defines an agency is what they do when mistakes are documented and presented. This agency's answer across every avenue, verbal and written was to engage with none of it.Before signing, ask specifically what accountability looks like when contracted work is not delivered. That answer matters more than anything in the sales process.

    • Jason Kremers
      Jason Kremers CEO at All Pro Security
      4.8

      WordPress Website Design Review from Jason Kremers

      Working with Big Red Jelly was awesome. Very engaging and collaborative, I felt confident in their team throughout the process, and from week 1, was blown away on the speed of progress. Stephen Sobisky is a wizard on website development! Also, I have been very impressed post-launch with their responsiveness to support requests or questions with further tweaks.

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  • Get Found Everywhere | Global Digital Agency

    Eskimoz is an international digital acquisition agency that helps businesses optimise their revenue and boost their growth through digital channels such as GEO, SEO, Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic, Content, and Data...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • AEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    Eskimoz Services

    • SEO
    • AEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Strategy
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • B2B
    • SaaS
    • FINS & Legal Tech
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Eskimoz Reviews & Testimonials

    • Kathleen Nédellec
      Kathleen Nédellec Digital Communications Manager at Royaumont Abbey
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Kathleen Nédellec

      Our communications department participated in a 3-day training course on natural referencing provided by Eskimoz. These three intense days were a real gold mine in terms of knowledge and actionable strategies for our website. A huge thank you to our trainers Quentin Giraud and Manon Beloin for their expertise and teaching!

    • Hubert Martinache
      Hubert Martinache Owner at Cours Diderot
      5.0

      SEO Review from Hubert Martinache

      Quality SEO services, attentive team, they boosted the visibility of my e-commerce, I recommend.

    • Maria Arpa
      Maria Arpa Founder at Centre for Peaceful Solutions
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Maria Arpa

      Results! Results! Results! Digital Uncut gets us results.

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  • LLMs Don't Replace Strategy - We Checked

    Cadence SEO builds content depth and internal linking specifically to support AI memory and citation patterns, reasoning that LLMs favor frequently referenced material over keyword-driven pages. The AEO agency pairs this with semantic clarity work across ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    CadenceSEO Services

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • AEO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Fumari
    • Carterra
    • Eagleview Technologies
    • National Wildlife Federation (Garden for Wildlife)
    • GabiLabs
    • Stages Cycling
    • Seattle Gummy Company
    • Biofunctional Health Solutions
    • Pet Releaf
    • Encora
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    CadenceSEO Reviews & Testimonials

    • Marci Symington
      Marci Symington N/A at TEXAZTASTE
      5.0

      SEO Review from Marci Symington

      I've been with Cadence SEO for almost a year, and I can't help but sing praises, especially for Melissa, who handles my account.Melissa's expertise and dedication have made a significant impact on my online presence. She keeps me on-task and is very patient, breaking down complex SEO strategies into understandable insights.What stands out with Cadence SEO is their personalized approach. Melissa tailors strategies to my business, resulting in noticeable improvements in search rankings and organic traffic.The reports are comprehensive, and her responsiveness to queries is timely.In a nutshell, Cadence SEO, with Melissa at the helm, has been a game-changer for my online success. If you're in need of effective and personalized SEO services, I highly recommend them.

    • Joshua Kanter
      Joshua Kanter CMO at Encora Inc.
      5.0

      SEO Review from Joshua Kanter

      Thanks to the guidance and support provided by the CadenceSEO team, the company has recorded a 100% y-o-y increase in its traffic numbers. The team's project management style worked very well and the company enjoyed working with the vendor!

    • Pet Releaf
      Pet Releaf Marketing Manager at Pet Releaf
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Pet Releaf

      I can confidently say that I would absolutely sign CadenceSEO again, and wish we had made this switch earlier on. We reviewed 6 different firms for our RFP and throughout the process Cadence was at the top of everyone’s list, so it was an easy decision.

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  • Be the answer AI gives — Senior-led SEO, AI Search & Web Design for Legal, Health & B2B Teams

    Single Origin is a senior, design-led marketing team building for the AI-search era. SEO, AI visibility, paid media, and web design under one roof and one accountable partner, tested over the last decade...

    Top Services:

    • AEO
    • SEO
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Walnut Creek, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    Single Origin Media, LLC Services

    • AEO
    • SEO
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Services
    • CRO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • The San Francisco Giants
    • BART
    • UCSF Healthcare
    • CalmWave.ai
    • Davids Tea
    • H&M
    • Intel
    • MBA Mission
    • Sennheiser Audio
    • Global Legal Law Firm
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Single Origin Media, LLC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Ashley Pola
      Ashley Pola Director of Marketing at CalmWave
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Ashley Pola

      Single Origin handled the rebrand and website redesign for CalmWave, our healthcare AI platform, and did it with a level of strategic rigor most agencies don't bring to a regulated, technical product. The site now builds trust with clinicians and enterprise buyers instead of just looking polished. They were incredible to work with and delivered real results in our budget and timeline. I would recommend without hesitation.

    • Kirsten Carlson
      Kirsten Carlson Manager at Swanson
      5.0

      Website Redesign Review from Kirsten Carlson

      Really good people - they came highly recommended and lived up to the hype with an on time and under budget project. Their knowledge, communication and professionalism are all very impressive! They also went above and beyond, even guiding us (politely) away from wish list ideas that wouldn’t fit with the functionality we wanted.

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  • We help businesses attract more of your ideal clients, patients, and customers.

    W3 Group Marketing is a digital marketing agency that helps growth-oriented businesses attract more of your ideal clients, patients or customers. We do this through a variety of marketing strategies, integrated in a way that helps them more powerfully get you a greater return on your marketing investment...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    W3 Group Marketing Services

    • Video Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Web Design
    • AEO
    • PPC
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Easy Legal Mexico
    • Think Engineering
    • Merida Health Travel
    • McCauley Electrical Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    W3 Group Marketing Reviews & Testimonials

    • Robert Millar
      Robert Millar Founder and CEO at Innovacious.com
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Robert Millar

      We engaged W3 Group Marketing to do a "Competitive Advantage Engine" which is an initial analysis of our company, our marketing, competitive intelligence and coming up with prioritized recommendations to help us attract more clients and grow our business. We then hired them to help us with building out and optimizing directory listings, helping our SEO and help us generate leads for our business. They generated hundreds of leads in a short time, and over-delivered practically every step of the way. We even won an award in the process! Highly recommended, especially for strategy and implementation that gets results.

    • Jim Stroud
      Jim Stroud VP, Marketing at Google Ad Words Training
      5.0

      Small Business Review from Jim Stroud

      I engaged W3 Group for a training project and was more than satisfied. The training was personable, professional and no time was wasted. I would recommend their services without hesitation.

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  • Systems That Run Your Business

    Alpha Digi Solutions is an AI automation agency that builds systems to take manual work off your team: CRM, sales, onboarding, support, workflow, and AI agents, for growing and mid-market companies across the US and UK. Fixed scope, fixed price, live in 4 to 8 weeks...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • AEO
    • CRM Consulting
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Casper, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed

    Alpha Digi Solutions Services

    • AI Development
    • AEO
    • CRM Consulting
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Business Consulting
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Corporate Services Industry
    • Software & IT Services Industry
    • eCommerce Industry
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  • Transforming Ideas Into Digital Success

    Softsource Technolabs is a leading Software Development, Mobile App Development, Web Development, AI/ML, and IT Consulting Company based in Ahmedabad, India, with a business office in New York, USA. For over a decade, weve been helping startups, SMEs, and enterprises transform their ideas into powerful...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    41 Projects Listed

    Softsource Technolabs Services

    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • AEO
    • Software Development
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Impact Battery
    • CPSI
    • TgoldKamp
    • Harken Inc.
    • SMC Gear
    • EduAssess
    • SEATCONNECT
    • AWDTSG APP
    • DM Supply Source
    • Invomate
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Softsource Technolabs Reviews & Testimonials

    • Robert Hohman
      Robert Hohman Review from Google
      5.0

      Robert Hohman's Review Sourced from Google

      We just completed an upgrade to our Magento site to the latest Magento release. The process went smoothly. The softsource team was very thorough and the workflow proceeded carefully and methodically. This was our first experience with Rajesh and his team. We look forward to our next project together.

    • Kavin Thanaseelan
      Kavin Thanaseelan Review from Google
      4.0

      Kavin Thanaseelan's Review Sourced from Google

      I have had great experience working with them for a project. The team has supported well on the requested tasks

    • Brandon Schuchardt
      Brandon Schuchardt Review from Google
      5.0

      Brandon Schuchardt's Review Sourced from Google

      I have had an excellent experience working with Raj Purohit and his company, Softsource Technolabs. They are an outstanding web development company, and I have been using their services for years.What truly sets them apart is their strong work ethic and clear communication. The team works extremely hard and follows a well-organized, step-by-step process throughout each project. As a customer, you are always kept informed and involved, which makes the entire experience smooth and stress-free.The team is professional, dedicated, and highly skilled. Their commitment to quality is consistent, and I have never once been dissatisfied with their work.As a long-term customer, I can confidently say they deserve a five-star rating, and I highly recommend Raj Purohit and Softsource Technolabs to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy web development company.

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  • B2B Marketing Agency For Industrial Brands

    Sell with Marketing is an AI-native B2B marketing agency that helps industrial and manufacturing companies build digital ecosystems that generate demand and accelerate revenue growth. The agency specializes in developing integrated marketing strategies that position brands in front of technical buyers...

    Top Services:

    • AEO
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Zapopan, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    Sell with Marketing Services

    • AEO
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • CRM Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Tracasa
    • WAU
    • SBMT
    • Beat Meetings
    • Groove Std
    • Fyware
    • Excape Entertainment
    • ESCG
    • Instinto Biker
    • Venforce
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Sell with Marketing Reviews & Testimonials

    • WAU LATAM
      WAU LATAM Review from Google
      5.0

      WAU LATAM's Review Sourced from Google

      SWM has successfully led our marketing strategy since 2016. We are very grateful to this agency for their commitment and professionalism.

    • Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics
      Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics Review from Google
      5.0

      Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics's Review Sourced from Google

      Sell ​​with Marketing has done an excellent job with our company, improving our website and SEO ranking, and assisting us in organizing our Global SBMT 2026 event in Los Angeles, California, and the N20 2025 event in South Africa.

    • Juan Maese
      Juan Maese Review from Google
      4.0

      Juan Maese's Review Sourced from Google

      Great job developing our software. We're still in the testing phase, hence the 4 stars. But the process with them has been excellent.

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  • AI Marketing & Automation Agency

    iThink Digital is an AI Growth Marketing & Automation Agency helping businesses across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe and India generate more leads, automate operations and grow revenue through AI-powered marketing, GEO, AEO, paid media, branding and automation...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • AEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Mohali, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    iThink Digital Services

    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    • AEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • AI Development
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce
    • Web Development
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • SoldByTohmai
    • House Of Duaa
    • Golden Fiber
    • Teams Delivery
    • Crew3r
    • Soul Foods
    • Trident Groups
    • True Clean
    • Junipers On the Marina
    • Garden Retreat Spa
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    iThink Digital Reviews & Testimonials

    • Rubesh Jacobs
      Rubesh Jacobs Founder at Jacobs & Company
      5.0

      AI Consulting Review from Rubesh Jacobs

      iThink Digital handles our AI consulting support, website management, and email marketing, and honestly the reason it works is that they got our world quickly. We advise asset and wealth management firms on go-to-market strategy, so our own marketing has to hold to the standard we set for clients, and they never treated that as a nice-to-have. On AI they pushed us to think about where it genuinely fits into how we already work instead of selling us tools we did not need, which is exactly the argument we make to our own clients. The website stays maintained and keeps getting better without me having to chase anyone, and the monthly newsletter runs end to end on their side, from the thinking through to the send. They show up every week, deliver when they say they will, and write for an institutional audience that has no patience for fluff. At this point they feel less like an agency we hired and more like part of the team.

    • Jessica Hass
      Jessica Hass Founder at The Compatibility Clinic
      5.0

      Marketing Strategy Review from Jessica Hass

      Working with iThink Digital has been an outstanding experience. They took ownership of our branding, website, SEO, social media, and overall marketing strategy, making the entire process seamless. What impressed us most was how quickly they understood our goals and turned them into real results. Our online presence is stronger, our brand feels more polished, and we've seen a noticeable increase in quality inquiries. The team is proactive, creative, responsive, and genuinely invested in our success. They feel like an extension of our business, not just another agency. I highly recommend iThink Digital to any business looking for a reliable marketing partner that delivers measurable result

    • Runal Sakla-Nadgauda
      Runal Sakla-Nadgauda Owner at The Golden Fiber
      5.0

      Social Media Marketing Review from Runal Sakla-Nadgauda

      Working with iThink Digital has been a great experience. Their team has taken care of our social media, AI-powered content, performance marketing, and email campaigns, and the impact has been incredible. We've seen a noticeable increase in our brand visibility, engagement, website traffic, and customer inquiries. They're easy to work with, always responsive, bring fresh ideas to the table, and genuinely care about our growth. It feels like having an extended marketing team, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We highly recommend iThink Digital to anyone looking for a marketing partner that truly delivers.

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  • Not Just Digital Marketing. Measurable Impact.

    Bluemind is an AI SEO and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO/GEO) agency based in Athens, Greece. We help businesses get found and recommended by AI answer engines ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Gemini when customers search for a provider...

    Top Services:

    • AEO
    • SEO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Athens, Greece
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    Bluemind.gr Services

    • AEO
    • SEO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • Content Marketing
    • CRO
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Wyndham Piraeus - Suites & Residences
    • Eurofast Ltd - Global Business Advisory Services
    • Privel Patners PC - International Tax Consultants
    • Enduro Greece -Travel Agency
    • Aces Transfers & Tours
    • Lavish Hospitality
    • Sunlight Swim Wear
    • Pantazis Cars - Used Cars
    • All About Accounting - Accounting Firm
    • Baritsa - Wholesale Supplier
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Bluemind.gr Reviews & Testimonials

    • Elena Koroveshi
      Elena Koroveshi Review from Google
      5.0

      Elena Koroveshi's Review Sourced from Google

      Within 3 months, thanks to Bluemind, we moved from simple Google results to appearing directly in AI answers. This completely changed how customers find us — and the quality of the clients we attract.

    • Georgios Giannopoulos
      Georgios Giannopoulos Review from Google
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    Consult PR Services

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      This exceeded my expectations. Solid build, easy to use, and definitely worth the price. I’ll be ordering again

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  • Digital Marketing That Delivers Sales!

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    DNA Digital Marketing Services

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      DNA Digital Marketing has been very helpful in setting up and optimizing our websites. Their knowledge of website modifications and SEO has been and continues to be an asset to our company. I would highly recommend DNA Digital Marketing to anyone that is seeking to improve their website.

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      DNA took great care with our website design and paid attention to every detail. They were friendly and responsive to all our needs. 10/10 would recommend!

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    • Shake Shack Singapore
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      5.0

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    • Marcus Leong
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    • Matheson Croyston
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  • Jacksonville Creative Agency and Web Design

    Trail Mix Creative builds websites, marketing, and brand systems that help businesses grow. We are based in Jacksonville, Florida and service clients all over the US. We're local, hands-on, and straightforward. No fluff, no jargon, no overpromising. Just solid work built to help your business move forward...

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    Trail Mix Creative LLC Services

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    • Valley Fir & Redwood
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      Logan did the branding and social media work for my After the Burn project and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. He works fast without cutting corners, and he has a real eye for what looks premium and cohesive. He took what I was trying to build, tightened the direction, and delivered assets that immediately made everything feel more professional and consistent across my website and social platforms.What stood out most was his efficiency and clarity. Communication was straightforward, timelines were respected, and every deliverable felt intentional. He wasnt just doing tasks - he was thinking with me, making smart recommendations, and executing with a level of polish that saved me a ton of time. If you need someone who can elevate your brand quickly and reliably, Logan is the one.

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      White Peak Digital are the best in the business when it comes to websites and SEO! The team made all of our web-wishes come true in the best way. They are professional, supportive and extremely knowledgable. Thank you Rebecca and Jackson!

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7 FAQs About Answer Engine Optimization Companies

How much do answer engine optimization services cost?

On average, answer engine optimization services cost between $1,000 and $3,500 per month for small businesses and startups, while mid-tier retainers range from $4,000 to $12,000 per month.  

Unlike traditional SEO retainers, AEO pricing is determined based on how much technical implementation, content production, and authority building the agency performs

Common factors affecting the pricing include: 

  • Website complexity: Large websites require more data, entity optimization, and content restructuring.  
  • Content production: Creating AI-friendly guides, FAQs, comparison pages, and expert resources often represent the largest portion of an AEO agency’s output.  
  • Technical fixes: Schema markup, internal linking improvements, crawl optimization, and index management encompass frequent adjustments.  
  • Authority building: Digital PR, expert citations, and high-quality mentions are frequently priced separately.  
  • Tracking and reporting: Some answer engine optimization companies include AI visibility tracking, while others charge extra for monitoring across ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Claude. 

What do answer engine optimization companies charge that most buyers don't expect?

Many answer engine optimization companies charge their technical and editorial work separately from the retainer.

Other common exclusions include: 

  • Content production: Original expert articles, comparison pages, FAQs, and buying guides.  
  • Development work: Schema implementation, page template updates, and technical fixes.  
  • External outreach: Digital PR initiatives and link-building campaigns.  
  • AI visibility monitoring: Platform-specific reporting and citation tracking.  
  • Subject matter expert interviews: Original expertise used to strengthen authority signals.  

How do I know if my current answer engine optimization strategy is underperforming?

Your AEO strategy is underperforming if AI engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Google's AI Overviews rarely cite your brand when answering questions in your niche. 

Here's how to diagnose it quickly: 

  • Zero or rare citations 
    Run 15-20 queries your customers would normally ask, across multiple AI platforms. If you're absent more often than not, that's your baseline problem. 
  • Outdated or wrong information surfaces
    When AI does mention you, check if it's pulling stale data, old pricing, or discontinued services. 
  • Competitors dominate the answer box
    If rivals consistently appear in synthesized answers and you don't, their content structure is simply more "extractable" than yours. 
  • No structured data footprint
    Missing schema markup (FAQ, HowTo, Organization) makes it harder for language models to parse and trust your content as a source. 
  • Your content reads like marketing, not reference material 
    AI engines favor clear, factual, well-organized answers over persuasive copy. 

The quickest fix would be to audit your query coverage, as traditional SEO metrics won't reveal this gap. You will need to query the engines yourself and track citation frequency over time. 

Should I hire a specialist answer engine optimization company or a general SEO agency?

You should hire a specialist answer engine optimization company if AI visibility is now central to your customer acquisition

While many traditional SEO agencies are expanding their offering into AEO services, specialized AEO providers understand how to structure answers for extraction (clear definitions, direct claims, logical hierarchy).  

That said, a hybrid approach often works best. If your traditional SEO is already solid, a specialist AEO partner can layer in the missing technical and structural pieces. 

If your SEO foundation is weak, fix that first. AEO without strong content fundamentals is like building on sand.  

What is a realistic timeline to see results from answer engine optimization services?

Most businesses see first AEO results within 2-6 weeks, though this timeline might vary depending on where you're starting from and how solid your LLM brand visibility is. 

Here's a breakdown by starting point: 

Starting Position First Citation
Strong SEO foundation2-4 weeks
Moderate SEO presence4-8 weeks
New or weak domain8-12 weeks 
Local service business3-6 weeks

 A few factors worth noting

  • Platform speed varies: Perplexity indexes new content within hours to days, while ChatGPT lags since it depends on training data plus limited browsing. 
  • Existing authority compounds: Roughly 76% of sources cited in Google AI Overviews already rank in the top 10 organic results, so traditional SEO strength directly accelerates AEO. 
  • Updates matter more than rewrites: High-value pages should be refreshed monthly with new statistics and examples, rather than redone completely. 

Which AI search platforms should an AEO strategy target first?

You should prioritize the AEO strategy based on where your customers search, rather than on platform popularity alone. That said, ChatGPT and Google's AI Overviews are the safest starting point for most strategies, since they currently command the largest share of AI-driven search traffic. 

Here are a few observations about each AI platform to consider: 

  • ChatGPT. With hundreds of millions of weekly users, it's become a primary research and purchasing-decision tool, especially for B2B and informational queries. 
  • Google AI Overviews. Since it's embedded directly in traditional search results, even users not actively seeking AI answers encounter it by default, making it nearly impossible to ignore. 
  • Perplexity. Smaller user base, but disproportionately influential among researchers, analysts, and early adopters who value citation transparency. 
  • Microsoft Copilot. Worth monitoring if your audience skews enterprise, since it's integrated into Microsoft 365 workflows many businesses already use daily. 

Will answer engine optimization replace SEO, or do I need both?

No, answer engine optimization won’t replace SEO, as it builds on SEO’s foundations

Most AI systems still discover and evaluate websites using the same signals that support traditional search visibility, including crawlability, content quality, authority, and structured information. AEO extends those fundamentals by making content easier for AI systems to interpret, summarize, and cite. 

For most organizations, the progression looks like this: 

  1. Build a technically healthy website.  
  2. Establish topical authority through SEO.  
  3. Improve content structure for AI retrieval.  
  4. Monitor AI visibility alongside traditional rankings.  

Companies that skip foundational SEO often struggle because AI systems have less trustworthy content to reference. 

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