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We build your brand. All the time, anytime.
Mixed Handed Branding is a boutique branding and marketing agency that uses a consultive approach to finding solutions for your businesses unique needs...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Eugene, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We Eliminate Your Biggest Marketing Headaches!
We provide Fractional CMO, Digital Marketing, and SEO services for clients of all sizes...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Executive Search Firm in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Invest Talent JSC specializes in Executive Search & Selection services, catering to the needs of clients in Vietnam and the APAC region. As your trusted recruitment partner, I-Talent stands ready to support and facilitate your business expansion endeavors with professionalism and expertise...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Digital product creators & consultants.
Were not just a vendor. We care, we deliver, and we fit right in.Since 2004, Boldare has helped organizations build and scale digital solutions combining deep tech expertise, strategic UX/UI design, and AI-augmented delivery. But what truly sets us apart? Ask our clients...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Gliwice, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Real Design for Real People
Prime Studio is an integrated Product + Brand design consultancy, with Prime Strategy as its advisory arm focused on defining what to build before its designed or engineered. Based in the heart of NYC, we combine strategic insight and thoughtful design to help teams move from early thinking to marke...
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- Product Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
Guiding Your Business to Success
Franchise Beacon is a franchise sales, funding, development and management company. We can help you turn your successful business into a national franchise...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
Global Business Consulting Excellence
Protiviti is a global consulting firm that offers deep expertise, objective insights, and tailored solutions to empower leaders in tackling future challenges. With a comprehensive range of services spanning finance, technology, operations, data, analytics, governance, risk, and internal audit, we serve...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Simplifying Complexity, Delivering Outcomes.
At Integris Group Services, we believe that true success is measured not just by growth but by the meaningful impact we create for our clients and communities. Our worth isn't just in our experience or size but in the difference we make by simplifying complexity and delivering real, measurable outcomes.We...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Your Vision. Our Strategy.
NextLevel Strategies is Eastern Arkansas's premiere business consulting firm and the only certified Strategic Mapping ™ provider in the region. We help business owners create clarity, streamline operations, and build sustainable growth through strategic planning, financial mapping, and team optimization...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Caldwell, Arkansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Expert US And UK Tax Advice
Harrison Swift is a specialist US and UK tax advisory firm providing personalized tax planning, compliance, and disclosure services for individuals, expatriates, and cross-border taxpayers. Combining expertise in both US and UK tax systems, the firm helps clients navigate complex international tax...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Attitude. Altitude. Gratitude. Repeat
Softude is a top AI agent development company in the USA, delivering intelligent AI systems and enterprise software solutions to businesses globally. CMMI Level 5 appraised. 20 plus years of experience...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Your Cross-Border AI Commerce Growth Partner
Accelero is a cross-border eCommerce growth agency helping brands launch, manage, and scale across global marketplaces and DTC channels. We combine marketplace expertise, retail media, PPC, SEO, creative, operations, and AI-driven strategies to support growth across Amazon, Walmart, Mercado Libre, Shopify...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
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- Location
- Florida City, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Performance Through Innovation
Zebra Group is a global strategy, innovation, and design consultancy that helps organizations create sustainable growth through the integration of anthropology, branding, design, and technology. Operating across Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa, the firm partners with leading companies to develop...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- La Tour-de-Salvagny, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
Your Digital Partner
In I AM ONLINE we support businesses to reach their goals. Assisiting with setting up accounts in different mediums and platfroms to establishing a strategy, we stand by their side on their journey to success...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
Through value to results with Muteki Group!
In the dynamic landscape of modern business, Muteki Group stands as a beacon of transformation and expansion. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where businesses thrive, seize opportunities, and embrace evolution. Our expertise lies in the realm of cutting-edge AI-based web and mobile development...
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- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- VR/AR
- Software Development
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Innovate today, lead tomorrow.
Berlin-based consultants helping you grow through smart strategies and a practical approach. We focus on leadership, process improvement, and sustainable growth. Whether refining operations or exploring new markets, we provide clarity and steady support...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Where vision meets impact.
Cooth is a consulting-meets-creative firm that accelerates growth for startups through disruptive branding and bold marketing...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Content Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
GLOBAL TECH TALENT, LOCAL IMPACT.
EchoGlobal Tech specializes in delivering exceptional remote engineering talent aligned with your company's values and cultural ethos. Always quality over quantity!...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Skywinds Solutions
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Custom Software Development Company
We are a custom software development company that believes in thinking outside the box and making things happen. We create disruptive software at affordable prices, and our employees are experienced and experts in this business...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Streamlining Your:Operations
At Chops, we're problem-solving experts, ready to tackle challenges in coaching, systems, operations, technology, and marketing. Our dedicated team specializes in optimizing your business, offering strategic roadmaps, and supporting your growth and scalability to enhance efficiency and maximize profits...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Langley, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
International Business Support Solutions for SME's and Large Enterprises
BusinAssist is a trusted global partner for entrepreneurs, startups and established businesses seeking seamless company incorporation, professional virtual offices and a wide range of business support services...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Romford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Brand Design Studio | Express the difference.
NEOM is an independent Italian creative design studio with 28 years of expertise in branding and package design. We collaborate with major companies in both the Italian and international markets...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Teolo, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Drive Transformation Through People
ResourceGate Consulting is a Bangladesh-based strategic business and management consulting firm that helps organizations improve performance through business transformation, HR consulting, talent acquisition, business process outsourcing (BPO), leadership development, and operational advisory. The agency...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- HR Outsourcing
- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
BRANDING & DIGITAL DESIGN AGENCY FOR STARTUPS
SERIOUS.BUSINESS is a premium branding agency for startups, scale-ups, and innovators. We work with ambitious founders and leaders to help them become market leaders through brand-driven growth.Pre-seed, post-launch, or getting ready for the next big step, we do branding and digital design for star...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Sales Driven Design Team For Ambitious Brands
logotio: 15+ experts in branding, UI/UX, web (WordPress/Webflow) & app development, digital marketing, high-performing digital experiences. Since 2012, we've grown boutique brands via sales-driven design with $50M+ ROI. CSS Design Awards & Webby Honoree 2023. Trusted in energy, education, consulting...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Coaching & Training for Endless Customers.
IMPACT is a coaching and training company that helps businesses win more customers by implementing the Endless Customers System, a proven approach to becoming the most known, trusted, and recommended company in their market...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Cheshire, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creating Small Business Success, One Piece at a Time
Mosaic Business Advisors is a management consulting firm that helps small businesses navigate the challenges of business growth. Through our own expertise and partnerships with other professionals, we assemble a team across many functional areas to drive your business forward and increase profits...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Marlborough, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Diagnose Design Deliver
Harriss Wagner Consultants & Advisers is a leading consulting and advisory firm transforming the legal sector through its strategic, operational, and technology solutions. Known for integrity, precision, and lasting impact, we partner with clients to deliver measurable results bridging complexity with clarity...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Driving Your Business Forward
Epirco is a global operations and consulting firm helping businesses scale with precision and speed. We specialize in fulfillment, marketing, IT consultancy, real estate advisory, and strategic project execution. With over 500 projects delivered across the U.S., Middle East, Europe, and Asia, we partner with...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Empowering Organizations
Combining comprehensive consulting service offerings with the personalized, local touch of a boutique firm. Executive Decision is a certified SWAM and DBE firm delivering comprehensive consulting solutions. Our expertise spans management and administrative consulting, process optimization, strategic...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Fractional Leadership For Owner-Led Businesses
Two seats, one standing rhythm: a Fractional CRO for the selling and a Fractional CFO for the numbers, built for owner-led services businesses between $1M and $20M. Both partners have run and sold businesses of their own, so the work starts where an owner's week actually is – deals that stall and go quiet...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- North Port, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Strategic marketing solutions for online success.
Better offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including modern website development, SEO, logo design and social media marketing. Our mission is to deliver personalized solutions that help businesses build a strong online presence, attract customers, and achieve their goals. We work closely with...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sales Excellence Service Excellence Leadership Development
FinOptima is a Swiss boutique consultancy specializing in sales performance, service excellence and leadership development. The firm supports companies through consulting, training, coaching and mentoring to improve customer experience, strengthen sales capabilities and develop effective leadership. FinOptima...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Menziken, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Execute Sales
The Agency MENA is a UAE-based B2B sales execution company that provides outsourced sales teams for businesses entering or expanding in the UAE market. Its field sales team operates across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the other Emirates, handling prospecting, meetings, negotiations, pipeline management, and...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Best Decisions, a Data Team Away.
Tekne empowers your business by implementing advanced Artificial Intelligence, Data Engineering and Analysis, Visualization, and Automation solutions. Our expert services are designed to enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and deliver measurable results...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Removing Internal Barriers to Growth.
Using smart automation and digital transformation we work with B2B firms to remove their internal barriers to growth, setting them up for greater levels of success with eCommerce, Customer Portals and Quote to Cash automation...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- Location
- Kilrea, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Award-Winning AI Consultancy & Custom Software Development Company In UK & USA
Geeks Ltd is an award-winning AI consultancy and custom software development company. With 18+ years of experience and 1,500+ projects delivered, we help business leaders in Transport & Logistics, Construction, Manufacturing, Energy, Education, and Government harness AI to improve efficiency...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Sutton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 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
- Truchtersheim, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We build tech products that scale...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Product design for companies worldwide
UX/UI design team that turns your business ideas into human-centered products...
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- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Tomsk, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
HR That Works For You
Turning the Corner HR is an award-winning consulting firm that helps growing organizations build stronger businesses through Fractional HR, recruiting, leadership development, compliance, and strategic HR consulting. Since 2011, we've partnered with companies nationwide to align people strategies with...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Business Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Building An Unbiased World
Tezeract, the AI powerhouse, specializes in Computer Vision and offers innovative AI solutions in ML, DL, NLP, and more. We empower businesses through AI-powered solutions and business automation. We're the secret sauce for businesses, injecting AI-powered sparks into operations and automation...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 39 Projects Listed
We build bonds between people and brands.
Moving brands from ho-hum to hell yeah!...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Market Research
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
The Key To The Middle East
The Key Advisory is a Dubai-based business consultancy specializing in UAE company formation, business development, and strategic market entry for international entrepreneurs and HNWIs. We provide comprehensive support from initial setup through long-term growth, including company formation, licensing...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Drivin Growth Through Operational Excellence
Value-creation & operational transformation consulting improving EBITDA, profitability, and enterprise value through Operational Excellence and Lean Six Sigma...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Williamsville, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Strategist | Speaker | Consultant
TanaMSession.com is a woman/minority-owned small enterprise Human Resources firm specializing in organizational and change management, executive leadership coaching and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- HR Outsourcing
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $375/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Intellectual property law services in all CIS countries...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- BPO
- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Scaling Brands To New Horizon
Ta-Burando supports premium brands with global expansion by finding strong distributors, opening key markets, and building sustainable international growth. We work closely with manufacturers to understand their identity and goals, assess market readiness, and shape a clear expansion strategy. Our approach...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Location
- Hanover, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
One Step Ahead®
Ready to scale your business? We help companies stay ahead of the markets, unleash their business potential and earn competitive advantage. Supercharge your sales pipeline, fast-track market entry and kickstart revenue growth today...
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- Digital Marketing
- Market Research
- Business Consulting
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help startups build digital products and scale team.
Synapse Team will help your business increase the effectiveness of your company with the help of our industry-leading outsourcing and outstaffing solutions. We make high-quality IT expansion possible by providing knowledgeable employees, adaptable service, and reduced operating expenses...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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- Accessibility Consulting
- Automotive Consulting
- Business Management Consulting
- Business Operations Consulting
- Change Management
- Compliance Consultancy
- Dental Consulting
- Financial Consulting
- Healthcare Consulting
- Investment Management
- Legal Consulting
- Manufacturing Consulting
- Project Management
- Small
- Startup Consulting
- Strategy Consulting
- Telecommunications Consulting
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Business Consulting Firms
What types of problems do consulting agencies typically solve?
They usually solve problems that are too important, too cross-functional, or too urgent for an internal team to handle alone. Business owners hire business consultants when they need to grow, improve execution, manage risk, or change how the business runs.
- Strategy and growth problems: Businesses hire a strategy consulting firm when they know the current path is not strong enough, but have not yet agreed on the next move. PwC’s 2025 Global CEO Survey found that 42% of CEOs say their company will remain viable for less than 10 years if it stays on its current path. Organizations rely on business consulting agencies when they need help with their growth strategy and when they want to learn how to compete.
- Digital transformation and technology gaps: Business consulting firms help businesses turn technology spending into measurable operating results. Gartner reported that only 48% of digital initiatives meet or exceed their business outcome targets. McKinsey reported that 78% of organizations use AI in at least one business function, yet more than 80% say they are not seeing a tangible enterprise-level EBIT impact from generative AI.
- Operational performance problems: Consultants help with low productivity, weak margins, slow throughput, poor planning, supply chain instability, inventory problems, and uneven service delivery across business units or geographies. They redesign processes, improve decision rights, cut waste, and build a more resilient operating model.
- Organizational and talent issues: A business consulting company can redesign organizational structure, clarify accountability, improve governance, support transformation offices, and build workforce capability. ManpowerGroup reported that 72% of employers are having difficulty filling roles, based on a survey of 39,000 employers across 41 countries. Consulting work increasingly includes workforce planning, reskilling, and change management, not just strategy decks.
- Risk management, resilience, or crisis exposure problems: A consulting firm helps with cybersecurity, regulatory response, geopolitical shocks, technology disruption, and business continuity. According to IBM, the global average cost of a data breach reached $4.88 million, and 70% of breached organizations said their operations were significantly or moderately disrupted. When risk starts affecting operations, cost, customer trust, or board-level decisions, companies often bring in consultants because they need both specialist expertise and fast execution.
How much do business consulting services cost?
Business consulting costs vary widely depending on the type of firm, the problem being solved, and the pricing model.
Hourly rates
- Small business consultants: $75
- General business consultants: $100-$250
- Experienced specialists: $250-$500+
- High-end or niche experts: $500-$1,000+
For ongoing advisory or support, business consulting firms charge monthly fees:
- Small business retainers: up to $2,500/month
- Mid-market or specialized retainers: $5,000-$25,000+/month
Top-tier consulting firms such as Deloitte Consulting LLP and McKinsey consultants charge differently, since they bill clients for the entire team's fee rather than individual fees.
- Pricing is often $100,000 to $1M+ per project
- Weekly team costs can reach tens of thousands of dollars, depending on seniority and scope
What should be included in a consulting proposal?
Business consultants should provide a strong proposal that removes uncertainty for the client. It should clearly define the problem, the approach, the expected outcomes, and the commercial terms.
A strong consulting proposal should answer four questions clearly:
- What problem are you solving?
- How will you solve it?
- What results should we expect?
- What will it cost and how long will it take?
How do I avoid getting locked into a long-term consulting relationship that doesn’t deliver measurable value?
You need to structure the relationship around clear outcomes, short commitments, and accountability from the start. Most consulting projects don't succeed because of unclear expectations and weak performance tracking. According to McKinsey & Company, only about 30% of large business transformation programs fully achieve their goals, often due to unclear objectives and weak tracking.
You should set a clear baseline, define target improvements, and agree on a timeline. For example, instead of saying you need to improve operations, set the goal to reduce operating costs by 10% within six months.
Avoid large upfront commitments and start with a short diagnostic or pilot phase, which can last 4 to 8 weeks, and include a formal review point before moving forward.
Define a clear scope of work and deliverables. The agreement should specify exactly what the business consulting firm will deliver, when those deliverables are due, and what is explicitly out of scope.
To avoid long-term dependency, require knowledge transfer to your internal team. This includes documentation, tools, and training that allow your staff to operate independently after the project ends.
What results should I realistically expect from a consulting agency?
Business consulting companies should offer a measurable business impact. Depending on the project, a measurable business impact may include cost reduction, revenue growth, improved margins, faster processes, or higher productivity.
A good consulting agency should deliver clear strategic direction, measurable performance improvements, faster execution, specialized expertise, and lasting internal capabilities. You should expect expert knowledge that will help your organization become more capable than it was before.
What information should I prepare before reaching out?
Prepare enough information to clearly explain your problem, your goals, and your current performance, so that the agency can assess the fit quickly and give you a realistic proposal.
At a minimum, you should be ready to share:
- A clear description of the problem (what’s not working, where, and why it matters)
- Your business goals (what success looks like in measurable terms)
- Key performance data (revenue, margins, growth trends, or operational metrics)
- Any existing initiatives or strategies already in progress
- Your budget range and expected timeline
- Who the key decision-makers are
What is the difference between boutique consulting firms and large consultancies?
The difference comes down to scale, specialization, cost, and how work is delivered. Boutique business consulting firms tend to be focused and flexible, while large consultancies offer broader capabilities and global reach.
| Boutique consulting firms | Large consultancies |
| Focus on a specific industry or problem (e.g., pricing, supply chain, AI). | Offer a wide range of services across industries (strategy, tech, operations, risk). |
| Small, senior-led teams with direct involvement from experienced consultants. | Larger, layered teams (partners, managers, analysts) with more standardized delivery. |
| More adaptable, faster decision-making, and customized approaches. | Strong global presence, established frameworks, and ability to handle large, complex transformations. |
| Often more cost-efficient for targeted projects. | Higher fees due to brand, scale, and large team involvement. |
| Deep focus on specific problems with hands-on execution. | Structured methodologies, often combining strategy with large-scale implementation programs. |
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