Hiring the wrong partner can lead to brand misalignment, compliance issues, and uneven performance. Our directory features vetted affiliate marketing companies in the US that can help scale partnerships without losing brand control.
SocialLynx builds full affiliate program architecture, recruits high-value affiliates, and runs real-time attribution and fraud monitoring. Creative asset production and payment processing round out the service, all managed in-house...
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Affiliate Marketing Review from Andy Fine
The SocialLynx team makes it easy for me to focus on other areas of the business because I know they are handling this area and continuing to improve our results month over month.
Digital Marketing Review from Kelly Gold
I've worked with the founders of TheSocialLynx for 10 years. They are true go-getters. When I heard they left the corporate world to run their own agency, I was excited we had a project to work together on. As an early stage startup, I knew TheSocialLynx had plenty of experience working with growth companies, and they've been instrumental in helping to form campaigns, SEO optimizations, social management and coordinating resources through their network. Whether you're looking to hand off pieces of your work so you can focus your time elsewhere, or looking for strategic inputs TheSocialLynx has been ready to find a path to work with us where we are at in our growth. Always a pleasent experience working with a down-to-earth results driven group of people.
Digital Marketing Review from Kelsie McDuffie
Our agency has partnered with Sociallynx on a handful of projects over the last year. They are my go-to referral for Google and Amazon ads. They are timely, knowledgable, & super wonderful to work with!
SaphirSolution builds tiered commission structures based on affiliate type, paying voucher sites lower rates than content publishers who influence earlier in the funnel. Advertising materials, from banners to product feeds, get matched to each partner's format...
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Google Ads Review from Elke Dohmann
Highly professional SEA supportWe highly recommend SaphirSolution for their dedicated and result-oriented SEA management. Special thanks to Lisa, who quickly developed a deep understanding of our market and goals. The agreed targets were met, while ad spend was optimized significantly. Communication and reporting are consistently clear and reliable. Great collaboration!
Social Media Marketing Review from Horia Savu
We've been working with SaphirSolution for over a year and the results are good. They are super prompt and did more than I asked them to, they even helped me with solving technical problems on our website.We have a perfect relationship with both Cristina and Antonia
SEO Review from Moussa Bdeir
Excellent SEO agency. Helping us in all their needs. The ROI is increasing drastically. We are looking forward to increase our budgets.
DMi Partners secures affiliate placements in CNN, Condé Nast, USA Today, and Wirecutter for its DTC clients. Traditional affiliate partnerships extend through Rakuten, Cardlytics, and American Express to capture demand further down the funnel...
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Nir Shtern's Review Sourced from Google
No value after 6 months of service. Only focused on getting fees and no investment, if you are looking to grow and thrive - stay away.
justin moorhead's Review Sourced from Google
Props extended to David Lachowicz and his associates for delivering a creatively executed web site and forum platform for a non-profit, public policy group. The finished product was responsive to the concept communicated, creatively designed, and timely executed. One year on, David and his team remain responsive and addresses any design feature that reduces the quality of the end-user experience with the site.
Theo Molloy's Review Sourced from Google
DMi is an amazing agency to work with. Friendly team, great communication, always on time and on budget, and - most importantly - stunning work. We've worked with DMi for almost a decade on an annual direct mail print campaign, and have always been blown away by the results, as well as their willingness to go above and beyond to integrate across multiple platforms. Looking forward to working with David and his team for years to come!
Versa Marketing manages affiliate programs through a network of 81,000 active publishers, holding preferred agency status across major US affiliate networks. Clients see an average sales growth of 87% within the first six months...
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ThriveOPM connects Amazon sellers with content creators and influencers to increase store visibility and drive sales. This affiliate work runs alongside the agency's email marketing and SEO services for D2C brands...
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From program launch to full-scale management, we provide end-to-end solutions tailored to your business needs. Let's discuss how we can grow your revenue through strategic affiliate partnerships. Whether you're starting fresh or optimizing an existing program, we're here to help...
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Digital Operative (DO) is an award-winning, full-service, digital commerce agency with over 12 years of experience in providing innovative solutions to help our clients pursue business growth.We've joined forces with 85Sixty.Our agency capabilities include strategic planning, design, UX, digital...
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At Purebred, we don't just chase vanity metrics, we build lasting growth. Our team will help your business dominate your market and stand out from the pack...
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Ryan Gilles's Review Sourced from Google
Purebred Marketing is the real deal! Our team has worked with them on SEO performance over the past year and seen fantastic results. If you're looking for a team that's knowledgable and effective while also taking the time to really get to know you and your business (and just great people to work with in general), definitely check them out!
Jake Kitchens's Review Sourced from Google
Purebred Marketing transformed our SEO strategy. Their expertise and clear communication led to a dramatic increase in our Google ranking for key terms, driving more traffic and sales. Highly recommend for anyone looking to dominate search results!
Luke Giangrego's Review Sourced from Google
I have struggled to maintain and achieve a quality partnership with Marketing agencies in the past, but working with purebreds has been one of the best choices I have ever made. Everything they do is extremely professional and very easy going. I can see how they care for their clients. I highly recommend!
Swyft is more than your average marketing and PR agency. We provide B2B tech clients with the experience of industry veterans to help them reach new heights in their brand goals. Our extensive international network gives us a global presence unlike any other from right here in Austin. Speed up growth with our...
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BIG FISH PR is a boutique public relations agency that establishes clients as market leaders through earned media, GEO, PR campaigns, and corporate communications programs. BIG FISH captures greater mindshare & market share for clients. BIG FISH delivers boutique agency service, BIG agency outcomes...
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Alexandra Cavaliere's Review Sourced from Google
# Big Fish PR Review**Holy crap, where do I even start with Big Fish PR.**As VP of Her ALS Story, I’ve been around the block with agencies, and let me tell you - what Big Fish did for our Warrior Weekend was absolutely unreal.These people are MAGIC. Like, I’m not even exaggerating. When we first talked to them about the Warrior Weekend, I could tell they immediately understood what we were trying to do. This isn’t just another event for us - it’s about bringing together warriors in the ALS fight and giving them a space to connect, heal, and find strength. And Big Fish? They got that from minute one.The media coverage they landed for us was insane. We’re talking major publications - the kind of outlets that usually don’t give smaller nonprofits the time of day. But somehow Big Fish made our story irresistible to them. Every pitch felt strategic, every story placement felt meaningful. They didn’t just spray and pray with press releases. They crafted our narrative in a way that made editors actually care.What blew me away was how they made our Warrior Weekend feel like THE event everyone needed to know about. The buzz they created wasn’t just noise - it was the right kind of attention that brought in the right people and resources.But here’s the thing that really got me: they never made it feel transactional. Every conversation, every strategy session, every brainstorm felt like we were working with people who genuinely gave a damn about our mission. They celebrated our wins like they were their own family’s wins.If you’re looking for a PR team that will fight for your cause like it’s their own, call Big Fish immediately. Don’t walk, RUN. These people are the real deal, and I can’t recommend them highly enough.**Trust me on this one.
Leah Stavenhagen's Review Sourced from Google
Their amazing team went above and beyond to help our recent event get media coverage. Highly recommend!!
Laura Schmalstieg's Review Sourced from Google
I’ve been building brands for 15 years and have worked with many PR partners, but none have impressed me like BIG FISH. Their strategy, communication, processes, and talent for building relationships with publishers and media is unmatched. In just a few months, they landed major placements for Adoorn in Architectural Digest, Oprah, and Real Simple. Highly recommend!
Boxl Studios is a storytelling-driven video production company focused on authentic, human-centered films. We partner closely with brands to craft honest narratives from case studies to documentaries that connect, resonate, and feel real...
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PR Backlinker is a link-building subsidiary of Productive Digital Agency, as we are registered in the United States, United Kingdom & Pakistan to solve the problem of expensive, low-quality backlinks in the SEO industry. We built a transparent, no-middleman service to connect brands with real publishers for...
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We're The Apricots Media creative agency focused on social media marketing, content creation, and visual storytelling that drives real results for CPG, DTC, and hospitality brands. We blend bold creativity, hands-on collaboration, and the kind of brand growth that rivals the biggest agencies. We make heads...
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Harlow Bennett's Review Sourced from Google
Working with The Apricots Media was one of the best creative decisions we made for our brand. They delivered product photography and social content that felt elevated, cohesive, and actually useful across ads, web, and organic social. They understood our brand quickly, brought strong creative direction, and made the whole process seamless. Highly recommend for any CPG or lifestyle brand looking for strategic, high-quality content. Thank you!
Chris Moore's Review Sourced from Google
Absolutely loved working with The Apricots Media. Sonia and her team bring such a strong mix of creativity, strategy, and execution. Not only is the content beautiful and high quality, but they also really understand social media and how to create work that actually connects with the right audience. Everything felt thoughtful, organized, and aligned with the brand, and the communication and turnaround were amazing.
Deirdre Kelly's Review Sourced from Google
Absolutely loved working with Sonia! Gorgeous photography and amazing execution on some complex food photography shots we had envisioned. Love the different formatting so that they were ready to use in ads, social, website etc. Quick turnarounds and amazing communication. Will definitely work with Sonia again!
EGC Group is the all-in performance marketing agency for brands that have outgrown good enough. We blend media, search, social, creative and Performance PR with deep vertical expertise to help ambitious brands get noticed, get chosen and turn interest into action...
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Theresa Loguercio's Review Sourced from Google
We've had the joy of working with EGC for years, and it's been an amazing experience.They genuinely value our input and integrate it into their plans with enthusiasm and respect. The camaraderie we've built over the years has made working together not just professionally successful but personally gratifying.I highly recommend EGC. We're excited for many more years of awesome collaboration.
Kelly Carson's Review Sourced from Google
One of the standout aspects of working with EGC Group is their ability to provide innovative solutions. They are not afraid to think outside the box and push creative boundaries. This forward-thinking mentality keeps the projects fresh and engaging, making the final products stand out in a competitive market.EGC Group places a strong emphasis on client satisfaction. They are attentive to the needs and preferences of their partners, ensuring that the final deliverables align perfectly with the client’s vision and goals. Their dedication to customer service makes the entire collaboration process pleasant and rewarding.In summary, working with EGC Group as a production partner has been a highly positive experience. Their professionalism, collaborative spirit, quality of work, efficiency, innovation, and customer-centric approach make them a standout choice in the industry. I highly recommend EGC Group for any creative needs, as they are a reliable and talented partner committed to delivering exceptional results.
Mark Businski's Review Sourced from Google
The team at EGC Group is a pleasure to work with. I work closely with Jessica and Angela and they are professional, responsive, and creative. They work very hard for their client's and always have their client's interest in mind to help move their business forward.
829 Studios is a fully integrated marketing agency that combines deep strategic expertise with creative execution. Our team specializes in performance marketing, branding, web development, and full-funnel digital campaigns that drive measurable results. From SEO and paid media to email, content, and design...
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I applied for an SEO Specialist position and received a rejection email without any interview or initial discussion. While I understand that companies receive many applications, it would be helpful for candidates to receive more transparency regarding the selection process and the key qualifications being prioritized. I appreciate the response but was disappointed not to have the opportunity to discuss my experience and skills.
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Perhaps there are other things they do well. We hired 829 to build our website & it was by far one of the most ridiculous experiences I’ve ever faced. Staff was incompetent & condescending for good measure. They took a year and change to deliver a site that is horrifyingly unstable. Horrible.Edit: so many 5 star reviews should make one suspicious. They gave me more attention in an effort to get me to delete this review than when we genuinely needed it. Really horrible organization and I use my experience with them often as a cautionary tale. To recap: 829 offered services they were unqualified to deliver, overcharged for those and spent more time trying to upsell and pad their team with as many warm bodies as they could charge us for. Still salty about it…
Caitlin Walker's Review Sourced from Google
Our team chose 829 after interviewing many agencies for the complete rebrand, new website build, SEO improvements, and PR guidance and strategy. Collaborating on the design of the website was surprisingly productive, we needed one or two additional rounds then was first planned and we ended up with a design we all agreed delivered on the requested notes. From brand to website, clean and fresh aesthetic. Our SEO performance was immediately light years improved and continued to grow. The team brought excellent ideas forward and worked well with our opinionated colleagues with clear vision and preferences. I personally enjoyed the 829 staff assigned to our projects and appreciated the ease of working with them through delivery and post delivery management. I would hire them again and I would recommend them without hesitation.
Research shows that structured onboarding programs lead to roughly 50% higher affiliate retention and 54% faster time to productivity compared to informal or ad-hoc onboarding.
While details vary by provider, onboarding typically includes the following stages:
Ask potential partners the following questions during initial consultations:
Below are ten types of companies that tend to benefit most:
When assessing an agency, the following metrics help determine whether the partnership is driving profitable, scalable growth:
Revenue and profitability
Traffic and conversion quality
Partner performance
Risk and attribution
An affiliate program enables companies to partner with third parties, such as content creators and influencers, who promote products or services in exchange for a commission.
It includes the following steps:
We’ve curated top U.S. affiliate marketing agencies on DesignRush and organized them by budget range to help you quickly identify options that match your investment level.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Mid budget: $10,000-$25,000 |
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| Lower budget: $1,000 -$10,000 |
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Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Trustpilot, DesignRush Agency Directory is a reliable resource for finding affiliate marketing companies in the United States. We owe this to our executive selection team, which follows a strict screening process when featuring agencies on the platform, assessing key performance indicators, like portfolio, client reviews, and industry reputation.
Learn more about DesignRush Agency Ranking Methodology.
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Most affiliate marketing companies provide end-to-end support for building, managing, and scaling affiliate programs, with services typically covering the following core areas:
US-based agencies typically charge $100-$150 per hour. Many companies also work on monthly retainers, with pricing increasing as services expand to include recruitment, creative production, and ongoing optimization.
Here’s the estimated total monthly expenses for hiring an affiliate marketing company:
Key factors to consider when choosing an affiliate marketing agency include:
The two terms are often used together, but they serve different purposes and follow distinct performance models:
| Criteria | Affiliate Marketing | Influencer Marketing |
| Primary goal | Drive sales, leads, and measurable conversions | Build brand awareness, credibility, and audience trust |
| Compensation model | Commission-based; affiliates earn only when a conversion happens | Fixed, upfront payments for content creation |
| Performance tracking | Uses affiliate links and analytics tools to track clicks, conversions, and revenue | Relies on social media metrics such as reach, impressions, and engagement |
| Brand control | Brands typically have limited control over how affiliates promote their links | Brands provide defined creative guidelines that influencers are expected to follow |
| Cost structure | Performance-based with lower upfront risk | Requires upfront spend regardless of results |
No, brands do not need an existing affiliate program before hiring an agency. Many companies work with agencies specifically to set up and launch an affiliate program from scratch.
While a pre-existing program isn’t required, you’ll get the most out of your partnership if:
You can measure the ROI by comparing revenue generated through affiliates against total program costs, including commissions, management fees, and tools.
Unlike paid ads, costs scale with performance, making ROI more predictable when programs are managed correctly.
On the income side, companies typically track:
Affiliate payouts are most commonly structured as:
To evaluate performance, you should aim for a revenue-to-cost ratio of at least four to five times, supported by transparent payout rules and reliable tracking, to maintain profitability and long-term trust.
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