DesignRush lists top business consulting companies in Chicago to help your business acquire strategic guidance, technical expertise, and operational support to achieve your goals and maximize profitability. These companies are renowned for their world-leading expertise, innovative thinking, and customized solutions that address the unique challenges faced by their clients. Find the right match for your company by comparing portfolios, client reviews, rates, team size, and more.

Best Chicago Business Consulting Company Rankings

71 Companies - Rankings updated: April 01, 2026

Every agency on DesignRush meets evaluation criteria around expertise and client feedback to empower informed choices. Some listings include paid partnerships.

United States × Illinois × Chicago ×
  • Your stories, our designs

    Your stories, our designs

    Excal Design is a Chicago based branding and digital marketing agency. Our services include Branding, Web Design, SEO, Digital marketing, Experience Design and Advisory.  [... view Excal Design profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Trust-building PR and content marketing for B2B technology companies

    Trust-building PR and content marketing for B2B technology companies

    Propllr is a Chicago-based PR and content marketing firm that helps B2B technology companies build trust. Our communicationsprograms focus on building authority for our clients people, establishing credibility for their companies and products, spotlighting their networks, and demonstrating momentum.  [... view Propllr profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital Innovation For The Digital Age

    Digital Innovation For The Digital Age

    Creative Design Venture is a digital agency specializing in innovative web solutions and executive digital marketing services so that our valuable clientele and their businesses can have a strong online presence.  [... view Creative Design Venture profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • CDH is an international accounting and consulting firm with headquarters in Chicago and Itasca since 1996.  [... view CDH CPAs profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Your Accounting Decisions.

    Empowering Your Accounting Decisions.

    Crowe LLP is a global accounting firm offering audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services. With deep industry expertise, we empower businesses to make informed decisions for lasting value. Recognized as a top workplace, we leverage our partnership with Crowe Global to provide comprehensive solutions  [... view Crowe profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • The digital marketing agency lifting brands higher

    The digital marketing agency lifting brands higher

    Social media, content marketing, and influence marketing that generates awareness, intrigue, and enthusiasm for your brand.  [... view Crackerjack Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • True Partners Consulting

    True Partners Consulting

    Baker Tilly USA is a privately-owned, trusted project management, tax consulting, and business advisory firm that helps public and large private enterprises navigate complex tax and financial regulations everywhere in the world.  [... view Bakertilly profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Global Workforce Solutions Company

    Global Workforce Solutions Company

    At Net2Source (N2S), staying ahead of the curve isnt optional its who we are. As a global Talent Company, Net2Source isnt just observing the future were building it. Our proprietary AI-powered recruiting engine enables us to deliver pre-vetted, on-demand talent at speed and scale.  [... view Net2Source profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Strategy. Creativity. Growth.Brands speak to us on a deeply human level. They connect with us through images and words that define our culture and root us in a sense of self and place. Strong brands do more than reflect consumer behavior, they define it.At DRC, we connect brands to consumers through  [... view Design Resource Center profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • From Idea to Impact

    The Yasha Sterling Management Agency is a one-stop shop, helping small to medium-sized businesses get established. We provide a 360-degree service from business plan creation to business formation, ecommerce website design and development, digital marketing, and app design and development.  [... view Yasha Sterling Management Agency profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • From end to end: Strategies. Goals. Results.

    From end to end: Strategies. Goals. Results.

    At Stretch PR, we set goals and we achieve them stretching to deliver results beyond expectations. We do this by developing creative strategies that garner attention, setting goals, executing flawlessly and measuring results.  [... view Stretch PR LLC profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Digital Solutions For Business Growth

    Digital Solutions For Business Growth

    At Dunn Solutions Group, we provide comprehensive digital solutions to help businesses grow. Our services range from digital strategy and marketing automation to mobile app development and business consulting.  [... view Dunn Solutions profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Get It Right The First Time

    Get It Right The First Time

    Ensure the success of your project with IndiWork! We provide tailored, full-service digital solutions designed to get you great results. From web design and development to online marketing strategies - anything's possible when we work together. Join us in making a positive impact on your business today!  [... view IndiWork Software Solutions profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector.

    Minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector.

    Silva Brand is one of the country's only minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector.  [... view Silva Brand profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Integrated Marketing Communications. Data-Driven Solutions.

    Integrated Marketing Communications. Data-Driven Solutions.

    Effective Marketing leads the way in innovative B2B and B2C paid media strategies, delivering measurable results through data-driven program development, management, and analysis. With a focus on accountability and innovation, the agency creates integrated marketing communications that drive business impact  [... view Effective Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • An Award-Winning Force

    An Award-Winning Force

    Reilly Connect is a 100% women-owned agency and an award-winning public relations, brand, and digital content force. Committed to being a valuable partner, we bring clarity to communications strategies, pushing boundaries for plans that yield measurable impact. Our unique strength lies in leveraging extensive  [... view Reilly Connect profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Clarity. Confidence. Excellence.

    Clarity. Confidence. Excellence.

    Solve for (X) is a business consulting firm that accelerates growth, enhances margins, improves processes, and boosts engagement for clients and employees. The firm offers comprehensive growth strategies, from startup funding to market expansion and investor portfolio analysis. Its expertise ensures  [... view Solve For (x) profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategic Marketing Consulting

    Strategic Marketing Consulting

    Smart Yeti transforms business-to-business (B2B) marketing strategies into cohesive systems that drive predictable growth. Its fractional chief marketing officer (CMO) outsourcing services offer tailored leadership to optimize marketing outcomes and streamline team efforts. Focused on eliminating  [... view Smart Yeti profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Driving Growth. Delivering Results.

    Driving Growth. Delivering Results.

    Strategex is a results-driven business consulting firm leveraging the Pareto principle to drive measurable growth for businesses of all sizes. With over $2 billion in operating income improvements, the firm works closely with clients to boost profitability and market share. Its data and customer insight  [... view Strategex profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Tailored Digital Solutions for Business Growth

    Tailored Digital Solutions for Business Growth

    5-3 Digital Consulting offers comprehensive digital services to address the unique challenges of businesses and organizations. Its team specializes in project management, digital marketing, custom development, and website management, providing practical and efficient solutions. With a global reach and a  [... view 5-3 Digital Consulting profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

About The Author and Expert Reviewer

Bojana Trajcheva is a seasoned content editor and innovation researcher with extensive experience in the tech and marketing industries. Formerly Editor-in-Chief at Studentsko Eho, she developed a strong foundation in content creation and editorial leadership. Bojana further honed her skills in senior innovation research roles and now brings this combined expertise to her work as an editor at DesignRush.

Director of Client Relationships

Andrija Savić is an accomplished and highly competent sales professional with record-breaking achievements. His work at BSC Kragujevac, a leading European NGO affiliated with SPARK Netherlands, resulted in a 24% increase in course completion rates. While at Global Media Box, his team contributed 26.5% of the company's monthly sales in just seven months. Since becoming the Director of Client Relationships at DesignRush, the business has gained a 700% revenue increase, a testament to his proven competency and dedication to customer satisfaction.