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  • Disruptive Advertising

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    Top-Rated PPC & Digital Marketing Agency Focused on Driving Results

    We turn away 8 out of 10 companies that call us, because we work with brands we believe in. After thousands of audits, we've found that 76% of marketing spend is wasted. We'll show you where yours is leaking, free. Improved performance in 90 days, guaranteed. No long-term contract...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed

    Disruptive Advertising Services

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
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    • Adobe
    • Scotts MiracleGro
    • Litter-Robot
    • Guitar Center
    • Fandango
    • PennyMac
    • Diesel Power Gear
    • Death Wish Coffee
    • TruDog
    • Conoco Phillips
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    Disruptive Advertising Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous Marketing Manager, Sound Approach at Sound Approach
      4.8★

      eCommerce Review from Anonymous

      Right after launching our campaigns with Disruptive, we saw results almost instantly. Our monthly revenue jumped from about $50,000 to over $70,000. Every key Google Ads metric improved, and by November, we were already nearing $550,000 in revenue, well on track to hit our $700,000 annual goal.

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous GuideCX, Head of Marketing at Guide CX
      4.8★

      PPC Review from Anonymous

      We’ve been working with Disruptive on a long-term PPC strategy, and they’re constantly optimizing campaigns and landing pages based on performance. They use Google Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, Unbounce for landing page testing, and run ads through Google and LinkedIn, with knowledgeable experts for each channel.

    • Jackie Arends
      Jackie Arends Marketing Manager at USA Clean
      4.8★

      Digital Marketing Review from Jackie Arends

      Disruptive Advertising is in charge of our online advertising, which includes PPC, social media marketing on Facebook, email marketing, and, more recently, Amazon marketing. They create content for the campaigns and manage them, create email templates, and automate [...] email marketing campaigns. Regarding our PPC efforts, we focus on Google Ads and Facebook Ads, and we recently started our Bing advertising efforts as well. Our ROAS is currently at about 4X5X. (Verified via email)

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  • AI-powered workflows for complex operations.

    Founded in 2002 and based in Chicago, TXI builds AI-powered workflows for companies running complex, high-stakes operations...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    TXI Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • IoT
    • Business Consulting
    • IT Services
    • Product Design
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    • Frommer's Travel Guides
    • Dickson
    • Tyson Foods
    • AccuWeather
    • Journal for the American Medical Association
    • The Field Museum
    • Roger Ebert
    • Northwestern University
    • Rice University
    • Pecha Kucha
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    TXI Reviews & Testimonials

    • Jeffrey Weiss
      Jeffrey Weiss Director for Research Core Planning at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
      4.8★

      eCommerce Development Review from Jeffrey Weiss

      I've worked with Table XI for the last 9 years on a University-wide system to manage transactions at over 70 centralized service facilities. It has been an outstanding experience. The system performs well and is rock solid. We've extended the feature set far beyond our initial scope and they've handled our needs without pause. My favorite part is the responsiveness. I've never been left waiting for a reply, and I have never seen an issue go unresolved in a short span of time. Great partners.

    • Matt Frey
      Matt Frey Engineering Manager at ShopRunner
      4.8★

      Software Development Review from Matt Frey

      Table XI did a really good job kicking off the project by helping us with requirements gathering and project planning. They had some great exercises to facilitate this process and I particularly enjoyed how they teased out how flexible we were in terms of scope, budget, quality, and timeline. Doing so helped us ensure our expectations were all aligned prior to starting work. Table XI also maintains a great engineering culture, which was exhibited by their engineers.

    • Mark Otter
      Mark Otter CEO at Participate (Education)
      4.7★

      Mobile App Development Review from Mark Otter

      TableXI has supported Participate on a lot of different levels and in a variety of projects - ranging from project management to product development, user research, or design work - and we are a smatter and more equipped organization because of it. Our staff picked up lots of new skills by working with the talented folks at TableXI. All projects were delivered on time, with quality, and within budget.

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  • Understand your customers. Design & build better technology.

    We're a digital experience agency with a fierce commitment to keeping people at the center of our work...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Highland Services

    • UI/UX Design
    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Business Consulting
    • Web Design
    • Market Research
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
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    • Thrivent Financial
    • Morton Arboretum
    • Make-A-Wish Foundation
    • Goodwill Industries
    • McGraw-Hill
    • RefugeeOne
    • Creative Group
    • Dow Chemical
    • Savvas
    • Harvard University
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    Highland Reviews & Testimonials

    • Audrey Thomas
      Audrey Thomas Product Manager at Supplier.io
      5.0★

      UI/UX Design Review from Audrey Thomas

      Highland is a great partner. The sought to deeply understand our product, customers, and pain points and built a number of forward looking opportunities for us in addition to the tight scope of our project. Proactive, thoughtful, responsive, and flexible. We are a small team and found lots of value in working with Highland to get our UX refresh project up and running.

    • ✨ Liz Pisney ✨
      ✨ Liz Pisney ✨ Vice President, Member Experience at ISACA
      4.8★

      UI/UX Design Review from ✨ Liz Pisney ✨

      We recently partnered with Highland on research and prototypes for a new information architecture on a volunteer resources site for our Chapter leaders. Having over 3000 volunteers around the globe can introduce a lot of nuance and complexity to research and design processes. The team at Highland handled it all skillfully - focusing on how to deliver the most clarity and usability to our audience. 10 out of 10, I would recommend working with the Highland team!

    • Lee Wiensch, CAE, CFRE
      Lee Wiensch, CAE, CFRE Executive Director at Thoracic Surgery Foundation
      5.0★

      Webflow Review from Lee Wiensch, CAE, CFRE

      We had a great experience working with the team at Highland to develop a new website for the Thoracic Surgery Foundation, a charitable organization aimed at advancing heart and lung health for all. Highland worked with us to re-imagine a dated website with limited functionality, and developed a a gorgeous new site that beautifully reflects the vitality of the organization. We anticipate that our award applicants, donors, surgeons and grateful patients will be able to easily navigate the new site and have a much-improved user experience. Jeff Blanchard and his team were exceptionally good listeners, and worked hard to create solutions for our complicated awards program. They provided good training to our team throughout the process so that we have been able to keep things updated and easily make changes now that the site has launched. I am grateful for their patience and very quick turnaround as we juggled a new strategic plan and new branding, all at the time of the website creation. I have been continually impressed with the expertise and the innovation that Highland brings to a project like ours. It was a pleasure to launch this site -- on time and on budget -- with their excellent work and support.

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  • Takeaway Reality

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    AR, VR and AI Agency.

    We are an award-winning AR, VR and Metaverse agency working with some of the world's largest brands as well as SME's and startups. Some of our most notable clients include: Microsoft, Peugeot, Best Buy, Citroen, Ford...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed

    Takeaway Reality Services

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Services
    • Mobile App Development
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    • Microsoft
    • Ford
    • Best Buy
    • Kois Center
    • Edmonton Oilers
    • Montreal Canadiens
    • medartis
    • FFIND s.r.l.
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    Takeaway Reality Reviews & Testimonials

    • Filip Suskovic
      Filip Suskovic Sales Manager at Real Estate Company
      5.0★

      Software Development Review from Filip Suskovic

      Takeaway Reality developed our custom software exactly according to the specifications we provided. We shared images and videos with them, and they transformed that into a VR platform where people can view their apartment or house. Users are able to explore the property through a fully virtual walk-through.

    • Marie-Laure De Veyt
      Marie-Laure De Veyt Marketing at Microsoft
      5.0★

      Mobile App Development Review from Marie-Laure De Veyt

      We set out to build awareness around a new cyber safety product. After reviewing several agencies through an RFP, we chose TAR because they fully understood our objectives and had a clear plan to achieve them. From brainstorming to final execution, we collaborated closely and collected feedback in an organized way. Working with TAR has truly been an outstanding experience.

    • Erik Matosevic
      Erik Matosevic CEO at Orion Labs
      5.0★

      VR/AR Review from Erik Matosevic

      We were informed about every major step in the process and it really made everything much easier. Takeaway Reality’s work delighted the client. Their dedication to the project accentuated their deep and relevant knowledge of VR and AR. Their communicative and transparent approach resulted in methodical project management. They went above and beyond to optimize the solution.

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  • Go Global. Act Local.

    We are a network of Public Relations agencies that will help you in 80+ countries to tell your story, enter foreign markets, launch your products and services, or just send your business news to the media...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    Enterie Services

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Reputation Management
    • Creative Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
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    • Waze
    • Piwik PRO
    • Talend
    • Codecool
    • Zmorph
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    Enterie Reviews & Testimonials

    • Monika Å tÄ›pánová
      Monika Štěpánová CEO & Co-Founder at Lightly
      5.0★

      Public Relations Review from Monika Štěpánová

      Im extremely satisfied with the cooperation. The team was kind and professional, communication was fast and seamless. I would definitely recommend!

    • Viktor Bálint
      Viktor Bálint CGO at Codecool
      4.8★

      Public Relations Review from Viktor Bálint

      Despite the extremely short timeframe and complexity of the project, Enterie team has done an excellent job preparing a cross-European communications plan and executing it. They coordinated our merger communication on 8 markets, helping us to secure 130+ publications in two months.The agency approached the project of communicating our news a merger of the two leading EduTech companies in CEE that resulted in the formation of one of the biggest powerhouses of digital skills in Europe in a unique way. First, they prepared one central press release (template) and managed to coordinate the creation of all the local versions. Then, Enterie very well coordinated the distribution of the news in 8 different countries. Finally, they started pitching to journalists with exclusives, proposing interviews, articles and thought-leadership pieces by our C-level executives. The angles of communication were genuinely customized for different kinds of outlets HR, business, and startup ones. Special kudos to Ranbir, the person in charge of this part of the project, who would motivate us to stay proactive in the sphere of media relations.

    • Maja WiÅ›niewska-Hardek
      Maja Wiśniewska-Hardek Head of Marketing at SMSAPI
      5.0★

      Public Relations Review from Maja Wiśniewska-Hardek

      We came to Enterie with the need to find local communication partners who would help SMSAPI enter the Italian, Spanish, French and German markets.We wanted to cooperate with agencies that would advise us not only on the specifics of PR in a given country, but also on economic trends, consumer behavior and the cultural localisation of the product we offer.I can confidently say that after several months of cooperation with local teams, their efforts have become an irreplaceable help in taking the first steps in these countries. It is worth emphasizing the professional approach of Enterie at the stage of briefing and setting communication goals.Thanks to PR activities, we noticed a significant increase in referral visits to local language versions of SMSAPI and improved visibility in organic search results in a short time. Importantly, thanks to regular positioning in local media, we have gained many qualitative publications that directly influenced the recognition of SMSAPI brand in European countries, which quickly became visible in brand searches.It is also worth saying that each of the agencies associated in Enterie is characterized by high professionalism and an understanding of the needs of the tech customer.

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  • Better Marketing Starts Here

    Since 2008 we've been helping startups and small businesses around the world to deliver better, more relevant marketing strategies and tactics. Combining branding, messaging, design, SEO and CRO with a wide range of tactical marketing initiatives, we help you increase awareness, credibility, reputation, trust...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    KEXINO Services

    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Print Design
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
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    • Sefas
    • Timberland
    • Cisco
    • Bruker
    • AMI
    • UNESCO
    • IntelEvac
    • Cyberjaz
    • DQ Technologies
    • Impact Employee Solutions
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    KEXINO Reviews & Testimonials

    • Guy Campo
      Guy Campo Executive Director at 365 Health Service
      5.0★

      Design Services Review from Guy Campo

      We are extremely pleased with KEXINO's design of our hospital's website. From the initial consultation to the final launch, their team demonstrated exceptional creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail. They took the time to understand our goals and translated them into a visually appealing, user-friendly, and functional website that perfectly represents our brand.KEXINO's approach to responsive design ensures our site looks and performs flawlessly on all devices, providing an excellent user experience for our patients and visitors. The seamless integration of key features, such as appointment scheduling and patient portals, has greatly enhanced our online services, making it easier for users to access vital information.Their expertise in healthcare-specific design considerations, including accessibility and HIPAA compliance, was evident throughout the project. We highly recommend KEXINO to any healthcare provider looking for a modern, professional, and effective online presence.

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  • Architecting growth with purpose.

    NOVUS is an independent media agency that architects growth with purpose where every media decision is intentional, measurable, and built for impact...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up

    NOVUS Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
    • SEO
    • Big Data Analytics
    • Business Consulting
    • CRO
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    • Valvoline Instant Oil Change
    • Fidium Fiber
    • Kevin's Natural Foods
    • DePaul University
    • Mayo Clinic
    • Walgreen's
    • Fever-Tree
    • ALDI
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  • Unleashing Authenticity, Elevating Brands.

    We are a brand strategy agency strategizing brands and their ecosystem for entrepreneurial, small, and mid-sized organizations...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • Reputation Management
    • Branding
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    Threi Strategy Services

    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • Reputation Management
    • Branding
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    • C & G Construction Supply
    • GCJ Hospitality Resources
    • City Year
    • Eleven11 Property Management
    • SOS Legal Services
    • Acceyss Network
    • Ashlaur Construction
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  • We Help Manufacturers Modernize Their Legacy Data Systems

    IT Impact, Inc. delivers custom database and software solutions using Microsoft technologies. Through its Access Experts division, the company specializes in Microsoft Access development, database repair, system upgrades, and migrations to SQL Server and cloud platforms...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Big Data Analytics
    • Software Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • ERP Consulting
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $235/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed

    IT Impact, Inc. Services

    • IT Services
    • Big Data Analytics
    • Software Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • ERP Consulting
    • CRM Consulting
    • Business Consulting
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    • House of Flavors
    • Northland CDL Training
    • University Endowment Fund
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    IT Impact, Inc. Reviews & Testimonials

    • Mike Russell
      Mike Russell Review from Google
      5.0★

      Mike Russell's Review Sourced from Google

      We met with Juan Soto and Josiah Lim, and the amount of useful information provided in a short period of time was above and beyond our expectations! They care about their customers, I would highly recommend!

    • Max Biella
      Max Biella Review from Google
      5.0★

      Max Biella's Review Sourced from Google

      BMD International Trading Corp has had an excellent experience working with IT Impact. Junibeth and the rest of the team have consistently demonstrated professionalism, responsiveness, and a strong understanding of our business and our software needs. We custom made ours from scratch with IT Impact and it works like a charm!

    • Chris Marshall
      Chris Marshall Review from Google
      5.0★

      Chris Marshall's Review Sourced from Google

      I hired IT Impact to redo my website. It's so much better than it was and their staff are insightful and professional. I love the working relationship!

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