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Founder-led consulting for branding, strategy, and AI automation for creative practices.
Zep Tepi Studio works with creative agencies, studios, galleries, and cultural organizations on branding, strategy, and workflow automation. Atelier handles the creative and strategic side. Aparato builds the automation itself: systems that take repetitive work off a team's plate so people keep the parts of...
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- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
Trust = Truth + Transparency + Traceability.
Wilkinson Group pairs 24/7 crisis communications with ongoing reputation management, run by Sydney-based Managing Director Peter Wilkinson, a former investigative journalist turned adviser to boards, CEOs and General Counsel across Australia. Rather than a full-service agency, Wilkinson Group is a small team...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Empowering growth together with tailored Tech solutions!
ScaleupAlly believes in the power of collaborative intelligence- "None of us is as smart as all of us". A right team behind a project increases the chances of its success by 70%. Our vision is to empower new-age companies with tailored tech solutions, serving as their growth partner...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We design once, you impress forever.
We make design easy and flexible for tech startups.At 23harmony, we get the hustle of the tech world. Our subscription model gives you top-notch design help whenever you need it...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Gandia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Build Brands Through High-impact Engaging Experiences
We build brands through high-impact engaging experiences. Trusted by Australia's largest brands and media agencies, we are experts in experiential marketing. We specialise in creating impactful brand activation and national sampling campaigns - turning memorable moments into digital momentum that grabs...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
- Business Consulting
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Amaze your audience with a 'WoW' website
We help startups and companies grow their revenue into six figures by crafting visually stunning optimized websites and driving qualified traffic...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We Build AI-Powered Automations
AXIS AI builds custom automation systems for B2B companies on Make.com, n8n, and custom APIs. We handle the workflows your team repeats every day: lead response, CRM updates, follow-ups, onboarding, invoicing, reporting...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Mansoura, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Talent. When you need it.
At Rosemallow Technologies, we help businesses in Malaysia and Singapore scale smarter with flexible, on-demand talent. Our agile team support ensures you always have the right skills at the right time without the cost and delays of traditional hiring. Whether its a short-term project or long-term growth...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- 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
You Have Ideas. We Bring Them to Life.
Our 200+ employees take pride in finding creative solutions to our clients toughest challenges whether they need us to assist with applying new technology and functionality which will increase revenue by improving their services for their customers or to reduce the expense of trying to maintain older...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Product Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Fremont, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Go Digital
DigiXoft is a premier software development company specializing in Shopify development, as well as web and mobile app development. Our dedicated team is committed to delivering the best solutions tailored to your needs. Looking for a reliable IT partner? Reach out to our management team and share your...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Strategic Paid Media For Maximum Impact
Callanta Media specializes in strategic planning, fractional marketing executive services, and paid media management to propel businesses forward. Combining creativity with data-driven insights, the agency delivers impactful results in the ever-evolving digital world. Callanta Media offers expertise and...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Don't Just Be Sure, Be Sycosure
We're a family-owned company in Southern California that strives to provide effective online marketing solutions and business processes that we tailor for the individual needs of each business...
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- Web Design
- Business Consulting
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- La Quinta, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Discover the extraordinary in your brand.
Brandigo is a global brand research and strategy firm. Our work makes in-house marketing and revenue teams more successful by using primary research with target audiences to more deeply understand what they value most (and least) and what messaging will dramatically increase engagement...
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- Branding
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Newburyport, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
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
It's one thing to measure impressions. It's another to make one.
We believe that captivating audiences comes before converting them. We aren't satisfied with impressions and views alone. We believe that the audience must be interested in what happens next. That their participation is what makes the content an experience...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Media Buying
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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 Help Our Clients Scale their B2B Marketing
True to our name The B2B Marketing Company, our exclusive focus is on B2B marketing. Our extensive portfolio includes collaborations with industry-leading B2B brands such as Adobe, Microsoft, Penske, John Deere, and many others. What sets us apart from conventional agencies is our distinctive approach we...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Branding
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are creative problem solvers focused on business results and effectiveness. Established in Sofia, Bulgaria, GOBOX is an independent advertising agency that operates at the global and local scene by delivering value through new marketing thinking and efficiency of resources. Our close team of advertising...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Business Consulting
- Graphic Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AI Systems For Real Businesses
Kash is an AI automation and RevOps consultancy in the Phoenix Valley. We build AI systems that answer and book leads 24/7, run follow-up, and report automatically - priced on results, with a free AI Revenue Audit to start...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Mesa, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Connecting Talent. Elevating Companies.
UpHiire is a nearshore staffing partner for U.S. small and mid-sized businesses that need reliable remote help without the cost of a local hire. We recruit bilingual professionals across Latin America, test their skills and English, and introduce only candidates ready to work U.S. hours. Clients hire...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Customer Support
- Business Consulting
- Accounting
- BPO
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- Location
- Mixco, Guatemala
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Legacy Software Modernization That Fuels Growth
We help companies overcome stagnation caused by outdated systems and technical debt. Our services include refactoring, re-engineering, system migration, cloud and infrastructure modernization, DevOps automation, and secure integrations with CRMs and ERP systems...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Headquartered in Kansas City, serving the Midwest.
360 Automation AI develops custom AI agents and automates complex workflows to help businesses save time, reduce operational costs, and increase revenue...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Business Consulting
- AEO
- BPO
- Software Development
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Serving Quality with Technology
Top Website and Mobile application Development Company in India...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Solutions That Empower
CCJM Solutions is a boutique IT Consulting and BPO firm located in Atlanta, Georgia. We are passionate about helping businesses modernize operations while reducing costs. Our areas of expertise includes custom software, web, and app development, cloud migrations, staffing, and compliance management...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Graphic Design
- CRM Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Building B2B Client Acquisition Systems for Growth
B2b digital marketing and training company helping businesses build client acquisition systems through strategy, demand generation, SEO, conversion, and marketing automation...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A clear path to shape the future.
We are a branding and design agency that focuses on category design...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mornington, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A trusted name in medical communications since 2008
Bowery Consulting provides HCP-targeted content development—including medical copywriting and copyediting, fact-checking, and annotations—as well as MLR submissions support, account and project managers, and print/digital design and production...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Business Consulting
- Customer Support
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Your business growth partner
We help businesses scale by improving their marketing funnels, offer, running paid ads and social media and building ai automation systems for making experience faster and more comfortable...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Business Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Edinburgh based video production company that helps businesses in Scotland connect to their audience
Strength in Motion Films is an Edinburgh video production agency creating cinematic corporate videos and documentaries. We help Scottish brands drive growth through expert storytelling...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Guiding Your Financial Future With Confidence.
Buzzacott is a leading UK accounting firm based in London, offering tailored expertise to a diverse clientele. With over 600 professionals, Buzzacott provides comprehensive accounting and advisory services. Committed to client-centric relationships, Buzzacott blends experience with modern insights to deliver...
Top Services:
- Accounting
- HR Outsourcing
- Business Consulting
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
Find The Courage To Pursue Your Dreams
Amanda Arthur Krill is an entrepreneur with diverse interests, dedicated to empowering individuals to lead more audacious lives on their own terms. Inspirational Shizz, Podcast, Coaching, Branding + Courses to help you live a life you cant wait to get out of bed for, every. single. day...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Workforce Optimization For People-centric Businesses
EvolveUp is an Austin-based consulting firm specializing in workforce optimization for people-centric businesses. The company combines strategic consulting with hands-on HR technology implementation to help organizations improve efficiency, reduce costs, and align their workforce with business goals...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Customer Support
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
From Data Chaos To Revenue Clarity In 90 Days
KR1STNA Media delivers end-to-end marketing, sales, and technology solutions that accelerate growth. We blend strategy with execution, helping businesses streamline processes, strengthen customer journeys, and maximize ROI. From CRM automation to creative campaigns, our team equips leaders with tools and...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- Business Consulting
- Digital Services
- WordPress Website Design
- CRO
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- Location
- Evesham, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
End-to-End Retail Transformation From Strategy to Execution
DArt Design - Strategic Retail Branding & Marketing Agency...
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- Advertising
- Market Research
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Innovating Tomorrow's Digital Landscape, Today
At Duppins Technology, we specialize in creating robust, scalable applications and websites tailored to your business needs. From enterprise-level systems to high-performance mobile apps, our solutions are built using cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices. We focus on delivering reliable...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Frederick, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Making Brands Visible, Everywhere, Every Day.
OOH Media Worldwide is a global out-of-home (OOH) advertising consultancy helping brands grow through strategic media placement, digital out-of-home (DOOH), and data-driven campaign execution. We work with companies and agencies to deliver high-impact billboard, transit, airport, and place-based advertising...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Be the Answer. Be Discovered by AI.
AiDisco helps brands win visibility in the age of AI search. We specialise in AI Discoverability, helping businesses get cited, recommended, and surfaced by platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Perplexity. Through AI SEO, GEO, AEO, structured data optimisation, authority building, and AI visibility...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- SEO
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Muntinlupa, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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
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- Location
- Mansfield, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Qualitative, UX & Applied Research in Bangladesh
Userhub is a Bangladesh-based research and UX partner helping international organizations, consulting firms and product teams understand people, services and digital experiences. We combine qualitative and mixed-methods research, UX/usability studies, accessibility evaluation, field research and local...
Top Services:
- Market Research
- UI/UX Design
- Business Consulting
- Product Design
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nous sommes les artisans du Branding suisse.
Une agence suisse, entre Lausanne et la Riviera.Agence DGH est une agence suisse de branding et de communication basée entre Lausanne et la Riviera vaudoise. Nous accompagnons des entreprises, des PME, des institutions et des organisations dans la construction et le déploiement de leur image.Notre...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Partner with the Best.
Paul Virtual Solutions, based in Regina, Saskatchewan, offers a range of services including International Trading, BPO, Call Center & HR Solutions, and Affiliate Marketing led Sales Solutions to clients globally. We excel in facilitating seamless connections between Manufacturers, Suppliers, and Potential...
Top Services:
- Affiliate Marketing
- Call Centers
- Business Consulting
- BPO
- Customer Support
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- Location
- Regina, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Entertain. Engage. Educate.
Sproud is a solutions company blending storytelling, strategy, and emerging tech to create meaningful experiences that entertain, engage, educate, and inspire...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Proactive software development agency focused on your needs and success
A team of reliable experts is helping you grow your idea and achieve success. Our diverse skill set encompasses strategic planning, innovative problem-solving, and cutting-edge technology solutions. With a commitment to excellence, we guide you through every step of your journey, ensuring your idea evolves...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Split, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Anywhere. Everywhere.You.
IGAMING, SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT GLOBAL MARKETING AGENCY| YOUR STRATEGIC PARTNER TAILORING MARKETING SOLUTIONS |...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Nyon, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Sorting your business systems. Properly.
All My Systems (AMS) is a UK-based Microsoft Solutions Partner specialising in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, CRM and the Power Platform. We help small and medium-sized businesses streamline operations, improve visibility and work more efficiently with connected business systems. Unlike...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Business Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Hebden Bridge, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
From Nothing to the Top
Exponentially increase your lead generation and sales with our Performance SEO and Content solution. Generate MORE REVENUE, SELL MORE, and REACH MORE CUSTOMERS...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Translation Services
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- Location
- Sorocaba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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- 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
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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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