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  • PR & Influence Agency for Innovation Leaders.

    At BLU Consulting, we specialize in empowering tech innovators to navigate the complexities of today's environment, enabling them to create meaningful communications strategies that drive tangible results for their businesses and shape public perception. With our expertise and tailored approach, we help...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Bordeaux, France
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Robotic & Layer Palletising Systems

    CKF Systems is a leading provider of Robotic and Layer Palletising systems in the Food & Beverage, Logistics and Automotive industries. As experts in ABB robotics we also offer high quality reliable pick and place systems to the Food & Beverage industry...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Gloucester, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Trusted Auditing and Accounting partner in UAE

    Elevate Auditing is your Auditing & Accounting Partner in the UAE. Recognized by major Free Zones like DMCC, DIFC, JAFZA, TECOM, DWC, and DIC, Elevate provides affordable and reliable auditing & outsourced Accounting Services specifically designed for SMEs...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
  • Elevating Workplaces. Empowering Success.

    At Exceptional HR Solutions, we build customized strategies that evolve with you. By optimizing your processes and providing hands-on support to conquer any HR challenge, we provide the power for your sustainable growth.Your business is unique. Your HR should be, too...

    Top Services:

    • HR Outsourcing
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Melissa, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Complete, Practical & Tech-Oriented

    JA Accounting offers personalized accounting, tax preparation, and business registration services for individuals and businesses. Known for our client-first approach and award-winning expertise, we simplify your finances and help you grow with confidence. Trusted by clients across Canada...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Montreal, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Best Accounting Firm in Dubai

    Kloudac is a Dubai- based accounting and business consultancy firm providing accounting, taxation, audit, and business setup services across the UAE...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Built Inside Not Beside

    Element MEA is a Dubai-based HR consultancy and outsourcing partner for founder-led, family-run, and mid-market businesses across the UAE, the GCC, and the wider Gulf region. Instead of handing over a strategy deck, we embed senior HR practitioners inside your business to build and run the people function:...

    Top Services:

    • HR Outsourcing
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Growth Through Servant Leadership

    Etech is an omnichannel customer engagement solutions provider for some of the world’s leading and most respected brands. The experience Etech has gained across a wide range of business verticals allows us to continuously deliver exceptional, personal customer experiences...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Call Centers
    • Customer Support
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Nacogdoches, Texas
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • User-Driven Design, Business-Driven Results

    Products and services work best when they are built around the people who use them. But in complex organizations, that alignment is harder to maintain than it seems, and when it breaks down, the gap between what a product does and what users actually need can be difficult to see from the inside...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Québec City, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unleash Your Brand's Potential

    At Marcelline & Co., our fervor lies in meticulously sculpting compelling digital experiences that not only animate your concepts but also serve as catalysts for your business's prosperity within the dynamic contours of the contemporary digital sphere. We ardently believe in the transformative power of...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Product Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Empowering SMEs in Digital Transformation

    Bluehive Consulting is a boutique management consul-gency that combines our business consulting expertise with the creativity of a marketing agency. We aim to offer performance driven branding & marketing solutions to help companies to grow, upgrade their core competencies and transform digitally...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Package Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We help you birth the brand that already lives inside you

    Brand Doula is a strategic branding agency building positioning and identity for digital, ecommerce, and creative businessesgrounded in data and research, not gut instinct...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Full Service Seller Central Management on Amazon and Walmart

    Full Service Amazon and Walmart Seller Agency. A team specialized in Amazon FBA and Walmart WFS. We manage seller central accounts for businesses who sell online, from listing creation and optimization, to PPC, sponsored ads, product launch, SEO and even branding...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
    • Advertising
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    Location
    St. Albert, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Be Brand New. Brand Strategy/Web Design + Development/Marketing Strategy

    Develop your organizational strategy and implement a practical action plan to achieve your business goals. Your website and overall brand is often a potential customer's first impression of your business. What does your website and brand say about you? Does it make your customer want to say "yes"?...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Warrenton, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Beyond The Obvious

    It Just So Happens is a global remote digital agency thriving on creativity and boldness. Our accredited team exceeds expectations with fearless communication and innovative solutions. We deeply understand our clients, ensuring genuine connections and clear, accessible communication worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Sustainable Design That Ignites Positive Change.

    A strategy-led, B Corp Certified design studio dedicated to building brands that move people and the planet forward. Through branding, packaging, and web design, we help businesses stand out in competitive markets, connect with conscious consumers, and drive meaningful change in climate action...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Unlock Your Potential.

    YF Agency combines strategic branding and creative production to craft impactful solutions that elevate brands. From defining identities and producing engaging visuals to driving results with digital campaigns, we bring bold ideas to life. Whether you need a brand refresh, compelling content, or optimized...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Tokyo, Japan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • AI-Powered Medical Billing Company

    Dastify Solutions is an Austin, Texas-based revenue cycle management (RCM) firm with a presence in California, specializing in AI-driven medical billing, credentialing, and accounts receivable (AR) recovery...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Design Tips & Critical Hits

    Brand Name Nerd is a New Orleans-based design studio helping small businesses, nonprofits, and creative organizations build accessible, story-driven brands. From custom logos and menu design to mobile event handling, we specialize in collaborative design that turns businesses into standout brands through...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • I help businesses get more customers in their area through Google

    Forscaler is a Spanish SEO local and Google Ads consultancy specialized in helping independent physical businesses attract more local customers. Based in Madrid, I work with restaurants, law firms, dental clinics, and real estate agencies across Spain, optimizing their Google Business Profile, website, and...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Madrid, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • You know your business best. And we know web dev, UX, SEO, conversion strategy & the rest.

    Make it with JAM is a boutique digital agency that builds custom-coded websites and digital strategy for start-ups and small businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • SEO
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Marsfield, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Beyooond content

    Retink Media is an AI-driven content and marketing tech startup that helps SMEs scale fast...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Development
    • AI Development
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Bonn, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Your SAP Problem Solvers

    Clarkston Consulting excels in management, operations, and implementation consulting for life sciences, consumer products, and retail. With a dedicated team of experts, we're here to surpass your expectations and drive your success...

    Top Services:

    • HR Outsourcing
    • Business Consulting
    • IT Services
    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • Accountants, Serving Your Business Needs.

    Singapore Corporate Services is your comprehensive solution for digital corporate services tailored specifically for SMEs. Our experienced team specializes in business formation, accounting services, tax compliance, and audit and assurance. We're committed to guiding you through the complexities of local...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    • BPO
    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Hire Smart People.

    20 years of providing award-winning sales, marketing and management recruitment services to organizations of all sizes from around the globe...

    Top Services:

    • HR Outsourcing
    • Business Consulting
    • eCommerce
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Best Villa Renovation Contractors In Dubai

    Creative Innovate Contracting LLC is a villa renovation and fit-out contractor in Dubai, UAE, specializing in complete villa renovation, kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, restaurant renovation and F&B fit-out, office and retail fit-out, MEP works, flooring and bespoke joinery. The company provides...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Engineering
    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Grow Your Influence To Make An Impact

    Done-with-you marketing for Pensacola and Gulf Coast businesses. We build the engine that captures, nurtures, and retains your customers, then hand you the keys...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Pensacola, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Waco Marketing Agency

    We Grow the Co is a Waco, Texas-based digital marketing and branding agency that helps small businesses strengthen their online presence and attract more customers. The agency specializes in branding, web design, social media marketing, and visual content that drive conversions and business growth...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Waco, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creativity with a focus onresults.

    At Kemotion Lab, we pride ourselves on being more than just a "GENERALIST AGENCY" without a defined focus. Instead, we prioritize creativity infused with tangible results to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Sorocaba, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $5000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We Share One Idea

    МОЇ is your digital partner for growth. We help brands scale through performance-driven marketing from strategy and ads to social media, branding, design, and events. Based in Belgium & Ukraine, we blend creativity with results. Hire us in case of a marketing emergency...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Bruges, Belgium
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Award-winning Design And Innovation Agency

    Superellipse is a cross-disciplinary design and innovation agency with studios in Mechelen and Antwerp. We bring together product design, engineering, brand design, service design, spatial design and digital design under one roof, with an in-house prototyping atelier and ISO 13485 certification.We work...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Engineering
    • UI/UX Design
    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Mechelen, Belgium
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $145/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Tagging your market

    We offer many solutions to build markting power, with the use of Social Media, Content, Digital Display, Creative, Brand, and Atificial Intelligent marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Redlands, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Fire Up Your Brand

    We are fire and we ignite every project we do, once you walk through fire, everything changes. In that same way, we want your brand to burn, to be recognized, to stand out, to have visuals that impact, a brand concept that embraces everyone since the beginning. Let us brand your firebrand, light it up, and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Mérida, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • FMS Franchise is the only full service franchise consulting agency that offers marketing and sales support to its clients...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Alpharetta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Intelligence. Digital Craftsmanship.

    The Brand Craft is a strategic branding agency crafting bold, memorable, and purposeful brand identities. Based in Oman, we partner with forward-thinking businesses across industries to build brands that connect, differentiate, and inspire...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Business Consulting
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Muscat, Oman
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Brands. Empowering Visionaries. Transforming Dreams into Impact.

    Marta Lebre Design is a Squarespace web design and SEO studio for entrepreneurs, coaches, creatives, and small businesses. I create custom Squarespace websites, redesigns, and SEO tune-ups that blend soulful design with strategy. My services include website design, Squarespace SEO, e-commerce, and ongoing...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Warsaw, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Hospitality Simplified

    Wenodo helps hospitality and restaurant owners save time, reduce inefficiencies, and make informed decisions with simple digital solutions and expert insights...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    • HR Outsourcing
    • Software Development
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Customer Experience Our Passion

    Market Force is a customer experience, employee engagement, and operational optimization firm that helps multilocation businesses improve performance through data-driven insights, analytics, consulting, and performance measurement solutions. The agency supports brands in hospitality, retail, convenience...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Business Consulting
    • Staff Augmentation
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Peachtree Corners, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
  • The Microsoft Dynamics 365 Partner UK Businesses Trust

    Mercurius IT is a Microsoft Solutions Partner delivering Dynamics 365 ERP, CRM, Power Platform, Azure, and AI solutions to businesses across the UK. We help organisations modernise operations through consulting, implementation, integration, migration, and managed services, with expertise in manufacturing...

    Top Services:

    • CRM Consulting
    • ERP Consulting
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Senior SEO Manager And Specialist You Can Trust

    Senior SEO Manager based in the Philippines with 15+ years helping US, UK, Canadian, and Australian B2B, SaaS, and e-commerce clients grow organic traffic, leads, and revenue. Technical SEO, content strategy, local SEO, link building, and AI search (GEO). Google Partner certified...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • AEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Iloilo City, Philippines
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We design and create Shopify Stores that convert

    We specialize in creating and optimizing Shopify stores to ensure the online success of our clients. Our services encompass full support for e-commerce projects, from in-depth assessments and strategic planning to the implementation of customized integrations and unique developments, all the way to ongoing...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Budapest, Hungary
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • SEO and AI automation that turns searches into booked calls.

    Leonyx AI is a Toronto-based agency that helps small and mid-sized businesses get found on Google and never miss a lead. We run local SEO for dental, medical, law, real estate, roofing and contracting businesses, build AI receptionists that answer and book calls 24/7, and set up automations that follow up...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • AI Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • IT Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Business Process Automation.

    Yantrikas Technologies is an IT company committed to establishing itself as a cost-effective and efficient solution provider, delivering high-quality services tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Business Consulting
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Agentic Transformation Partner Vestigial Entropy Reduction

    We absorb operational complexity and rebuild AI-supported workflows so founder-led teams and SMBs get clearer systems, less noise, and internal ownership after delivery...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Business Consulting
    • IT Services
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A design studio must deliver vision, strategy, brand positioning and creativity.

    By3 is a design studio and marketing agency focused on client success. Our skills and expertise are constantly updated so that we can meet the needs of our clients in the development of their brands and products. We are a team committed to bringing strategic planning, creativity and innovation into the...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Logo Design
    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
  • Your go to partner for Shopify websites and maintenance.

    Saikai will help you sell and sustainably grow on Shopify...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Sofia, Bulgaria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing that works like magic!

    Our team involves marketing and media professionals steeped in branding, packaging, online marketing, media, and business consulting...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • Package Design
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Wordpress Websites for Local Businesses

    We provide custom web design, SEO, copywriting, social media and marketing for local and online businesses...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Frederick, Maryland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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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 firmsLarge 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.