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  • Outsourced Executive Director of Brand & Creative

    Outsourced Executive Director of Brand & Creative...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Baltimore, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • As a public benefit company, we advise leading institutions on how to brave this new century.

    As a public benefit company, we advise the world's leading institutions on how to brave this new century. It's likely you have had a delightful experience with a product or service shaped by our strategic insights...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Arlington, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
  • Unlock Engagement & Develop Great Leaders

    Orange Grove Consulting helps organizations build stronger leaders and improve engagement through research-based diagnostics, proprietary frameworks, and leadership development that produces lasting behavior change...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Newton, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $450/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Design Against Cognitive Friction

    Internauts is a Neurodigital design studio that helps organizations create brands and digital experiences built around how people actually think, feel, and make decisions. The studio combines branding, UX/UI design, accessibility, AI-aware experiences, and cognitive design principles to reduce friction and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $350/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Executive Creative Consulting & Design

    Robyn & Robyn helps founders, leadership teams, and organizations clarify brand direction, sharpen their message, and make creative decisions with confidence...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Laguna Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Strategic Branding & PR for Lasting Impact

    Orangefiery is a dynamic branding and PR agency delivering top-tier strategic communications and consulting services. Focused on intellectual rigor and actionable insights, the agency blends strategy and creativity to drive meaningful change for its clients. Valuing both idea generation and meticulous project...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Business Consulting
    • Reputation Management
    • Branding
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Inspire. Lead. Succeed.

    Andrea Nicholas Coachsulting offers a unique, results-driven executive coaching program for aspiring C-suite leaders. With over 25 years of corporate leadership experience and certifications in Brain-Based and Stakeholder Centered Coaching, the firm helps clients achieve professional goals, enrich their...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Bee Cave, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digitized for Excellence. Explore our transformed minds and opportunities.

    A consulting agency specializing in digital transformation to address intricate business challenges and revamp processes and strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • AI Development
    • Cybersecurity
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
  • Do More With Less. Build Systems That Scale.

    Simple Stack is an operational data and AI consulting firm, building scalable workflow automation systems. We replace spreadsheets and disconnected tools with structured systems for campaigns, approvals, reporting, and operations. Trusted by teams at Amazon, Audible, and Johnson & Johnson...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • AI Development
    • CRM Consulting
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We make the outside irresistible and the inside effortless.

    We make the outside irresistible and the inside effortless. One Cincinnati team for brand, web, marketing, and RevOps, for ambitious organizations from founder-led to fully scaled...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRM Consulting
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    36 Projects Listed
  • 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
  • That is why we take a holistic approach to assisting clients with growing, managing, and protecting their hard work. With more than 180 professionals across 9 locations, we partner with many of the regions most trailblazing and passionate leaders and organizations...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Winchester, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Market Development With a People-First Focus

    Sopra Solutions is your trusted partner for growth, emphasizing trust and customer-centric values. We're here to help you increase revenues and customer loyalty while staying true to your mission...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • Branding
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    Location
    Dover, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Let Biz Star Solutions Generate More Business for You!

    Biz Star Solutions is a Full Service Web Hosting and Public Relations Company based in Stockton CA. Our goal is to win for our clients. Client Satisfaction is our number 1 priority...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Stockton, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategy, Infrastructure, And Cultural Intelligence

    ROZUM builds the growth systems small businesses and agencies usually lack. Positioning, new business infrastructure, pipeline development, outreach the stuff that turns reputation into revenue. Founded by Maria Robles, a former senior biz dev lead who spent a decade building new business functions for...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Advocating for the Greater Good, Together

    Our communication design agency was built on the principle that the same persuasive techniques used in marketing & advertising can, and should, be used to advance the great good...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $240/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 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
  • 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
  • A Silicon Valley Branding & Design Agency

    Design in Mind is a Silicon Valley creative agency that prides itself on custom design solutions for every client. Since 2002, weve helped companies of all sizes and industries build, refresh, and scale their brands against key business objectives...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Captivating Brands. Elevating Potential.

    Culture Pilot opened its doors in 2003 with the idea that culture is deeply intertwined with successful brands. Today, we continue threading these relationships to launch and strengthen brands within the premium market segment from the frontlines of tech and AI...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Transformative Strategy & Communications.

    C&A Digital is a strategic healthcare communications agency that propels brands forward. Our client roster includes some of the largest global pharmaceutical, biotech and hospital / medical practices. We deliver innovative marketing strategies that get results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    White Plains, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • User Insights For Business Innovation.

    We are a small consultancy specializing in user research and service design. With over a decade of experience across industries, we transform insights into actionable strategies that drive exceptional user experiences and business success...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Fairfax, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The Storytelling Agency.

    We build brands that drive investor confidence, cultural alignment, and long-term growth. With 14+ years of experience with 60+ companies across biotech, tech, fashion, education, private capital, and more, I've led global teams, filed patents, and helped clients raise capital and scale...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Entrepreneurs, Elevating Success

    Our mission is to be the strategic partner for small business owners, providing the expertise and resources needed to transform their business ideas into thriving enterprises. Services Include: Consulting, Financing, Direct Marketing Services, Research & Analysis, Speaking, Business Writing...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Direct Marketing
    • Market Research
    Location
    Bloomington, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
  • 360° Of Marketing Execution

    With 25+ years in the industry, our proven track record is reflected in the glowing reviews and loyalty of the clients we've served. Our longevity and reputation speak for themselves—Trust 360 Solutions to consistently deliver exceptional results. Join the many who have transformed their marketing with us...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Waco, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Award-winning Strategic And Crisis Communications Firm

    Story and Strategy PR is an award-winning public relations and strategic communications firm based in Fort Worth, Texas. The agency helps organizations build trust, manage crises, strengthen reputations, and increase visibility through strategic storytelling and data-driven communication. With expertise in...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Reputation Management
    • Content Marketing
    • AI Development
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Fort Worth, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Managed IT. Cybersecurity. Compliance.

    Intech Hawaii is the go-to expert for network design, cybersecurity and managed services. With a specialized focus on multi-site networks, we offer comprehensive solutions including disaster recovery, firewall security and voice and data-structured cabling, ensuring secure and efficient operations for...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Honolulu, Hawaii
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Boost Your Business.

    At HILO, we specialize in guiding businesses to embrace and navigate the future economy, fostering innovation for positive impacts on individuals, organizations, and the environment. Our mission is centered on enabling you to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape through strategic adaptation and...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • CRO
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $190/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Managed I.T. Services & Cybersecurity Solutions Since 1994

    Family-owned managed IT and cybersecurity company in Hoffman Estates, IL, serving Chicagoland businesses since 1994. Dedicated team, 24/7 monitoring, backup, and compliance support...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Compliance Solution
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    Location
    Hoffman Estates, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • We believe brands were meant to stand for more.

    Manifesto is a courage-driven brand agency with locations in Milwaukee, Nashville, and Portland, OR. We specialise in uniting people behind the heart and soul of the most ambitious companies in the world...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Focused on Your Brand

    id8 is a specialized branding agency located Northwest of Atlanta, Georgia. Established in 2000, id8 has successfully completed 1,000+ projects and won 90+ national design awards. We specialize in strategy, branding and digital. Our goal is use creativity to transform the community around us...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Marietta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Branding is not a service we offer—it’s all that we do.

    For 15 years, OVO has built upon an ability to deliver on the promises we have made to our clients, the expertise of our people, the efficacy of our consultation and the professional manner in which we execute. We are a smaller agency by design, employing only senior staff who work collaboratively on every...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Strategic story telling, authentic interactions, & customized planning that grow community & revenue

    Creative Konsulting Exchanges CKE is a resource founded on 8+ years of nonprofit and marketing expertise, as well as a genuine love for community and cooperation. Whether you want to boost your income, engage more prospective supporters with your brand, or raise more money through fundraising, the value of a...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • You Call. We Answer. It Works.

    centrexIT runs IT the way businesses wish it worked: one accountable team covering managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure, with security designed in from the start rather than bolted on after something breaks. A San Diego company serving businesses since 2002, we support organizations across...

    Top Services:

    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Services
    • DevOps Consulting
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cybersecurity
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
  • Engineered for Innovation. Built to Scale. Designed to Last.

    At North Star Technology, we engineer strategic digital ecosystems that empower businesses to scale, compete, and thrive. From custom WordPress websites to IT infrastructure, automation, and Microsoft 365 solutions, we create technology-driven strategies designed for long-term success...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Business Consulting
    • UI/UX Design
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $170/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Award-Winning IT & Cybersecurity

    TruAdvantage is a Bay Area based, award-winning IT firm specializing in managed IT, managed Cybersecurity, cloud solutions and strategic IT . Our passion is to bring enterprise-level productivity, simplicity, scalability, and security to over 100 businesses that have chosen us as their IT partner...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Services
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • An ambitious agency for ambitious clients.

    We're an ambitious agency for ambitious brands...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Strategy. Tactics. Results.

    M16 Marketing is an award-winning web design and digital marketing firm based in Atlanta. We help companies Achieve Sustainable Success...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • PR, Branding & Squarespace Design Pro

    Tracy Teuscher is an accredited public relations pro, brand strategist, and Squarespace website designer serving small businesses and nonprofits. Known for her work with The Buzz Maker, Tracy has helped grow more than 100 brands across 12 industries and earned awards of excellence...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Web Development
    • Business Consulting
    • Branding
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    Location
    Massillon, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Empowering Success, Fueling Growth.

    Price Reporter, a seasoned business consulting agency, specializes in Government procurement solutions. Founded in 2006, the agency boasts a team of experts well-versed in navigating the complexities of Government contracts. With a focus on GSA contracts, Price Reporter offers comprehensive services tailored...

    Location
    Englewood, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Honesty, Intergrity, Accountability

    Financial Planning & Analysis in Cash Management for Small Businesses "Your ready to go Fractional CFO/Advisory Service"...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • The Impactful

    The Impactful is a global, distributed agency headquartered in Dallas. We bring together amazing designers, marketers, social impact and sustainability leaders in a closed, vetted community to service clients from around the world. With little to no overhead, we offer a much more affordable (and honest) price...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Print Design
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Strategy.Impact.Results.

    The approach to marketing that Junction Creative Solutions adopts is one that is results-driven and platform-agnostic. Our marketing firm is able to help with a variety of different marketing solutions, including but not limited to branding, website construction, content development, digital marketing, and...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Marietta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping Businesses Create Outside the Box and Inside Their Budget

    We are a marketing and design firm built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Direct Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Elevate Your Brand with Creativity, Excellence and Success

    The Way Up Creative specializes in coaching small businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofits and startups. We aid you in refining your messaging, effectively communicating with your target audience, and integrating both traditional and digital content solutions to elevate your brand's market position...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    Mansfield, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Amazing brands start here.

    AMZG stands as a distinguished digital agency, garnering recognition for its excellence in the realms of social media management, public relations, and advertising solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Show more
    Location
    Darien, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Developing and Executing IT Strategic Plans

    MaineTech Consulting helps growing businesses identify and take the next steps in their technology and business journey. MTC is a Maine-based company servicing organizations across the US.At MTC, our consultants work with you to streamline business process, technology needs, implement new technologies...

    Top Services:

    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Services
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Augusta, Maine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 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
  • Transforming Businesses with Innovation and Expertise.

    proMX AG specializes in improving business processes through digital transformation, cloud migration, and agile organizational structures, leveraging innovative Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions...

    Top Services:

    • CRM Consulting
    • ERP Consulting
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Business Consulting
    • AI Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Brand transformation that leads to good and gold.

    We're a courageous and grounded studio located in North Atlanta, partnering with purpose-driven businesses to venture beyond the familiar, uncover their true purpose, and sharpen their vision. Through strategic thinking and intentional design, we help brands find their voice and create meaningful impact...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Business Consulting
    • Show more
    Location
    Alpharetta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions about Consulting Firms

What services do these types of agencies typically offer in the US?

US management consulting firms provide a comprehensive range of services designed to improve organizational performance across multiple dimensions.

Core competencies include: 

  • Business strategy: Developing long-term competitive positioning, market expansion plans, and corporate growth initiatives
  • Management consulting: Advising on organizational structure, leadership development, and governance frameworks
  • Operations optimization: Streamlining processes, improving supply chain efficiency, and implementing lean methodologies
  • Financial advisory: Supporting M&A transactions, capital allocation, valuation, and financial restructuring
  • Digital transformation: Guiding technology adoption, AI implementation, cloud migration, and data modernization
  • Market entry: Facilitating geographic expansion, new product launches, and competitive analysis 
  • Organizational change management: Leading cultural transformation, workforce restructuring, and communication strategies

According to Mordor Intelligence, operations consulting held 29.28% of the global consulting market share in 2024, while technology advisory is forecast to grow at a 6.48% CAGR through 2030. 

How much do business consulting services in the US cost?

Business consulting fees vary based on experience level, firm size, and project complexity. General management consulting hourly rates range from $75 for less experienced consultants to $175-$325 for those with 15+ years of experience.

According to Consulting Success's 2023 survey of nearly 1,000 consultants, 29% of consultants use hourly rates as their primary pricing model. McKinsey senior partners charge $1,193.57 per hour according to the 2024 General Services Administration federal supply lists, while engagement managers cost $834.40 per hour.

Common pricing models include:

Pricing model Description Typical range 
Hourly rate Charged per hour worked$75-$300+ per hour 
Daily rate Hourly rate multiplied by working hours $1,500-$3,000+ per day 
Project-based Fixed fee for defined scope $10,000-$500,000+ 
Retainer Monthly fee for ongoing access $2,500-$25,000+ per month 
Value-based Fee tied to outcomes delivered Varies by engagement 

Should I hire a large consulting firm or a boutique agency?

The choice between the two depends on your specific needs, budget, and project scope.

Type of firm Expertise Why to hire it
Large consulting firm 
  • Extensive global resources 
  • Deep industry expertise across multiple sectors 
  • Established methodologies
  • Ability to deploy large teams for complex, multi-faceted engagements 
  • Broad capabilities 
  • Global reach
  • Recognized brand credibility for stakeholder buy-in 
Boutique consulting agency 
  • More personalized attention
  • Specialized niche expertise
  • Greater flexibility in engagement models
  • More competitive pricing
  • Deep specialization
  • Hands-on partner attention
  • More cost-effective engagement structure

According to Mordor Intelligence, large enterprises accounted for 71.29% of 2024 consulting spend, yet small and medium-sized enterprises are projected to record the fastest growth at 7.04% CAGR through 2030, driven by fractional consulting models and subscription-based advisory. 

How long do business consulting projects usually take?

Project timelines vary significantly based on scope, complexity, and organizational readiness. 

  • Quick diagnostic assessments and targeted analyses typically take 2-6 weeks.
  • Standard strategy development, operational improvement, or organizational design projects generally require 2-4 months.
  • Large-scale transformation initiatives, including digital transformation, M&A integration, or enterprise-wide change programs, often span 6-18 months or longer.

According to McKinsey research, only 30% of transformation efforts succeed overall, with digital transformations being even more challenging, often requiring sustained commitment over multiple years.

What is the typical consulting process?

Most consulting engagements follow a structured methodology designed to ensure thorough analysis and actionable outcomes.

The typical process includes:

  1. Discovery and analysis: Understanding your business context, gathering data, conducting stakeholder interviews, and diagnosing root causes
  2. Strategy development: Synthesizing findings, developing options, and creating strategic recommendations aligned with your objectives
  3. Recommendations presentation: Delivering insights and proposed solutions with supporting rationale and expected outcomes
  4. Implementation support: Assisting with execution, change management, and overcoming organizational barriers
  5. Performance review: Measuring results against objectives, refining approaches, and ensuring sustainable impact

According to Consulting Success, 51% of consultants using value-based fees have an average project value of $10,000 or more, compared to 39% of consultants using hourly fees.