Best Illinois Affiliate Digital Marketing Agencies

9 Companies - Rankings updated: April 01, 2026

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  • Award-winning affiliate and creator marketing agency for the world's most ambitious brands

    Hamster Garage is an award-winning affiliate and creator marketing agency for the world's most ambitious brands like Uber, Airbnb, Tesla, Xero, Slack, MasterClass, Reddit, Canva, Faire, and BILL.  [... view Hamster Garage profile ]

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

    Hamster Garage Services

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Reddit
    • Faire
    • Uber
    • Xero
    • Slack
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  • Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.

    Outsmart the competition with best-in-class digital marketing services. With over 1,000 5-star reviews online, SmartSites is America #1 rated digital marketing agency. Call (201) 870 6000 for a free consultation. Get more traffic. Acquire more customers. Sell more stuff. SmartSites works for you.  [... see all SmartSites reviews ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    SmartSites Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Services
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    Clients and Projects

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    • A-Absolute Plumbing
      Digital Marketing Project for Home & Garden Company A-Absolute Plumbing
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    SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials

    • Paloma Anguiano
      Paloma Anguiano Content Manager at JP Pierre, LLC.
      5.0
      Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano

      Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.

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    • Brianna Porter
      Brianna Porter Chief Operating Officer at The Ryan Law Group
      5.0
      Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter

      SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.

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    • Jim Curry
      Jim Curry Owner at Royale Coffee Co.
      5.0
      PPC Review from Jim Curry

      At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.

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    • A&A Thermal Spray
    • AGA Truck Parts
    • Agape Health and Wellness
    • Agile Data Sites
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • A digital agency with a difference!

    1o8 empowers clients to elevate their reach through Affiliate Marketing strategies that blend data-driven insights with well-crafted messaging. Precision and creativity combine seamlessly in our digital media solutions, amplifying brand presence and driving measurable growth across eCommerce and social  [... see all 1o8 reviews ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    1o8 Services

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Branding
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Clients and Projects

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    • TY
      Affiliate Marketing Project TY
    • ILLINOIS CARES FOR KIDS
      Affiliate Marketing Project ILLINOIS CARES FOR KIDS
    • SOCOZY
      Amazon Marketing Project SOCOZY
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    1o8 Reviews & Testimonials

    • Ryan Corcoran
      Ryan Corcoran Business Development Manager at LOG3Mask
      5.0
      Digital Marketing Review from Ryan Corcoran

      1o8 is easy to review - everything they have touched has been a success. The team is full of the best combination of talent and proven experience. We will be using them for all of our digital marketing services going forward.

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    • Karthik Chandramouli
      Karthik Chandramouli Head of Product and E-Commerce at FLI Charge
      5.0
      Digital Services Review from Karthik Chandramouli

      1o8 is a gem in the rough – a full service digital marketing partner who delivered results on a tight timeline. Their in-house talent is impressive, and the 1o8 team is laser-focused on client service and delivering measurable results.We worked directly with the 1o8 CEO and a diverse team of designers, web developers, and experts who specialize in Shopify, Amazon, SEO, and social media advertising.We were extremely impressed with 1o8 and highly recommend them!

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    • Laurie Spradley
      Laurie Spradley VP Operations and Brand Development at Goo Goo Cluster
      5.0
      Shopify Review from Laurie Spradley

      1o8 really went above and beyond when it came to our major transition to Shopify. We use the e-commerce, POS, and wholesale components of Shopify and needed many apps to get everything working properly. 1o8 always had an answer to our questions or a solution to an issue. They also worked with us to help understand our analytics and advise how to increase sales and conversions. It was truly a pleasure to work with 1o8. I would highly recommend.

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    • OHI Foods
    • Tio Gazpacho
    • Glandex
    • Enclave Audio
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  • Amazon Marketing Experts | Ecommerce Maximization Partner

    Emplicit innovates by connecting eCommerce brands with high-impact growth strategies, driving measurable results. A history of client success stories highlights our expertise in Amazon optimization, channel management, and Affiliate Marketing for scalable business transformation.  [... see all Emplicit reviews ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    Emplicit Services

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
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    Clients and Projects

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    • Organifi Optimized Listing
      Amazon Marketing Project Organifi Optimized Listing
    • Infographic Design
      Amazon Marketing Project Infographic Design
    • Amazon A+ Content
      Amazon Marketing Project Amazon A+ Content
    • Amazon Brand Store
      Amazon Marketing Project Amazon Brand Store
    • Custom BI Dashboard
      Amazon Marketing Project Custom BI Dashboard
    • Client Results
      Amazon Marketing Project Client Results
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    Emplicit Reviews & Testimonials

    • Tom van der Kolk
      Tom van der Kolk Partner at Ekster
      5.0
      SEO Review from Tom van der Kolk

      Emplicit has been a great partner of Ekster for Amazon over the past years. They have vast experience when it comes to everything Amazon, from inventory management to advertising. We appreciate their hands-on mentality while simultaneously being very professional and supportive when it comes to account management. Emplicit has been key in kickstarting our Amazon growth.

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    • Greg Tappan
      Greg Tappan Director of Operations at Glotrition
      5.0
      PPC Review from Greg Tappan

      Emplicit manages the client's Amazon marketplace excellently. All aspects of its process are purposeful and clear, covering results and upcoming actions in the marketplace. (Verified via email)

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    • Kelley Anderson
      Kelley Anderson Operations Manager at Clinical Effects
      5.0
      SEO Review from Kelley Anderson

      We love Chelsea and her whole team. They work hard for us and are very helpful and responsive to our questions. Having them take care of Amazon issues, and their ever[-]changing rules/regulations is a no[-]brainer for us. (Verified via email)

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    Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile
    • General Mills
    • the Elf on the Shelf
    • Good Measure
    • organifi
    • Primal Harvest
    • Ekster
    • Paleovalley
    • justthrive
    • eMed
    • Milk Snob
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Were Ideas Develop Into Reality

    Chicago Tech Solutions is a digital marketing agency serving clients in the metro. The company helps clients grow their brand by using data-based, ROI-focused, and customer-centric strategies. Its digital marketing services include search engine optimization, web development, PPC management, content  [... see all CTS reviews ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    CTS Services

    • Branding
    • CRO
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
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    CTS Reviews & Testimonials

    • Ramada Banquets
      Ramada Banquets Owner at Ramada Banqutes
      5.0
      Web Development Review from Ramada Banquets

      Chicago Tech Solution and team did a terrific job in setting up our new website. It is very functional and shows well.. highly recommends CTS for website development.

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    • Asif Rangoonwala
      Asif Rangoonwala Owner at Delhi Darbar Kebab House
      5.0
      Branding Review from Asif Rangoonwala

      This agency is great to work with and delivers timely results. They're very knowledgeable and explain things every step of the way. As someone very out of touch with technology, this helped!

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    • Proficient Training Owner at Proficient Training for English
      5.0
      Branding Review from Proficient Training

      We have been working with Chicago tech Solution for a little over a year now, and I am very pleased with what they have accomplished and how they have translated our vision into a tangible product. CTS team has done extensive research on our industry in an effort to fully commit and deliver our message. They are accepting of criticism and adapt to suit our needs as a customer, which is vital to an ever changing landscape across the internet.

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    • Cosmos Immigration
    • Delhi Darbar
    • ActiveCare Home Care
    • Ramada Banquets
    • Servicemaster Restore
    • Jasmeen Beauty Salon
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Top Affiliate Marketing Agency

    Here at Versa Marketing, we harness a content-first methodology that fuels scalable growth through Affiliate Marketing. Our deep understanding of influencer dynamics, niche publisher networks, and strategic alliances ensures unmatched results that elevate client programs and unlock new revenue streams.  [... view Versa Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed

    Versa Marketing Services

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Public Relations
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    Clients and Projects

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    • Home Improvement Company Grows Affiliate Revenue 30% YoY
      Affiliate Marketing Project for Home & Garden Company Home Improvement Company Grows Affiliate Revenue 30% YoY
    • Health & Wellness Company Achieves Top 100 Listing
      Affiliate Marketing Project for Wellness & Fitness Company Health & Wellness Company Achieves Top 100 Listing
    • Kitchenware Company Generates $2.1M in Affiliate Revenue
      Affiliate Marketing Project for Home & Garden Company Kitchenware Company Generates $2.1M in Affiliate Revenue
    • Activewear brand generates 6 figure monthly affiliate sales in first 6 months
      Affiliate Marketing Project for Fashion Company Activewear brand generates 6 figure monthly affiliate sales in first 6 months
    • 6 figues in affiliate sales in the first months
      Affiliate Marketing Project for Beauty Company 6 figues in affiliate sales in the first months
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    • Solo Stove
    • Traeger
    • Anne Klein
    • Hush.
    • Eco Vessel
    • Wet Brush
    • Bullet Proof
    • grace & stella
    • PowerA
    • Victorinox
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Data-Driven Performance, Global Impact.

    Performics is the original performance marketing agency, driving revenue growth for the worlds top brands. Operating in 57 countries, we leverage data, technology, and expertise to convert consumer demand across search, social, display, commerce, and offline channels  [... view Performics profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up

    Performics Services

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
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    • Allstate
    • Lenovo
    • H&M
    • Verizon
    • Kellogg's
    • HP
    • Hyatt
    • Reckitt Benckiser
    • DeVry
    • Toyota
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Performance Communications: Integrated PR Agency for B2B Technology, Healthcare & Consumer Brands

    SHIFT is an integrated PR and communications agency specializing in B2B Technology, Healthcare and Consumer. With our Performance Communications approach, we create multichannel PR programs built for outcomes.  [... view SHIFT Communications profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

    SHIFT Communications Services

    • Public Relations
    • Reputation Management
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
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    SHIFT Communications Reviews & Testimonials

    • Brianna Greene
      Brianna Greene Review from Google
      4.0

      Brianna Greene's Review Sourced from Google

      I havent used there services but the receptionist is always pleasant and everyone in the office is very accommodating

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    • Citrix
    • Talkdesk
    • Vonage
    • Checkr
    • Arctera
    • Butterfly Networks
    • Included Health
    • McDonald's
    • Tripadvisor
    • Leslie's Pools
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
  • Move Your Business Forward, Faster.

    Rise Interactive is a full-service digital marketing agency and martech that works with top businesses to manage their cross-channel media and improve their consumer experiences. Rise is the only performance marketing company supported by Connex®, a platform for cross-channel media optimization that enables  [... view Rise Interactive profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr

    Rise Interactive Services

    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Web Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts

    Rise Interactive Reviews & Testimonials

    • Joey Sherman
      Joey Sherman Review from Google
      1.0

      Joey Sherman's Review Sourced from Google

      After sending a note through their website to get pricing on PPC advertising management, I was responded to with an email. The person then went MIA and after reengaging them myself they then proceeded to ask me questions over email rather than do a true needs analysis for my business. If you are looking for a company that is looking to truly engage with you I would suggest looking elsewhere.

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    • Steven Schwarz
      Steven Schwarz Review from Google
      5.0

      Steven Schwarz's Review Sourced from Google

      Natalie and Kailie are wonderful to work with. They have a really good team here with a proven variety of skill sets.

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    Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile
    • Atkins
    • Stanley Steemer
    • TransUnion
    • Ulta Beauty
    • Reynolds
    • NorthShore
    • Colourpop
    • Nicklaus Children's Hospital
    • Navistar
    • Grubhub
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

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