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  • 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
  • ThinkBastien For Brand Strategy & Marketing Consulting To Boost Business

    ThinkBastien is a brand strategy and marketing consulting firm with a French flair and global mindset. Before advising small and medium businesses, Bastien worked for over ten years with renowned advertising and creative agencies in Europe and the USA for some of the world’s most exciting brands...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Ruse, Bulgaria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
  • Italian High Professional Graphics Web Agency

    ETAZ Web Art Solutions stands as a distinguished web agency, prominently based in Italy, specializing in delivering high-performance SEO solutions. With a focus on elevating your online presence, our agency combines strategic expertise and cutting-edge techniques to ensure your website achieves optimal...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Piove di Sacco, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Authority-Driven SEO for Service Businesses That Want Predictable Leads & Growth

    Most marketing drives traffic. We build authority. Our Authority Engine turns your website into an authority-driven growth engine using SEO, GEO, content, and conversion strategy so they attract the right audience, build trust, and generate consistent, high-quality leads...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Sun Valley, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
  • You Call. We Answer. It Works.

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

    Top Services:

    • Cloud Consulting
    • IT Services
    • DevOps Consulting
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cybersecurity
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
  • Sales Development, Sales Recruiting, and Sales Coaching Services

    Grow Your Sales Pipeline executes high-standard sales development, coaching, and recruiting programs to drive profitable revenue growth for our client partners...

    Top Services:

    • Direct Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Email Marketing
    • Call Centers
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • 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
  • Strategic & Multilingual SEO Services

    We are a small, dedicated team, offering SEO consultancy, SEO audits, web design and translation. We have helped clients generate millions of monthly visits with a data-driven approach and creative strategy and would love to do the same for you...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Business Consulting
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Loscoe, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Enterprise AI development — from strategy to production.

    Margins is an enterprise AI development company in Zagreb, Croatia. Since 2018 we have helped established companies find where AI creates measurable value, engineer it into their operations and run it in production. AWS Partner; Deloitte Fast 50 2025: Croatia's fastest-growing tech company...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Business Consulting
    • Big Data Analytics
    • ERP Consulting
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    Location
    Zagreb, Croatia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • The AI agency that automates your processes, without changing your tools

    Merlin is a Paris-based AI agency that designs and deploys custom AI agents, chatbots and automations inside the tools teams already use (CRM, ERP, email, Slack, Notion). From process audit to production, we build on n8n, Make and LLMs, including European models like Mistral and self-hosted options, with GDPR...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Business Consulting
    • CRM Consulting
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    Location
    Paris, France
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Data-Driven SEO Experts

    Crevand SEO is a data-driven SEO agency focused on testing, data and analysis to deliver top results for clients...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Boise, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Transforming ideas into successful products

    We’re a product development company with a difference! We blend marketing knowhow with technical R&D expertise into every stage of our projects. Based just outside London, we combine expertise in industrial design, engineering and marketing to provide a holistic service for your business. Our aim is to...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
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    Location
    Longfield, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Maximizing Healthcare Revenue Through Expert Medical Billing & RCM

    iMedBill is a U.S.-focused medical billing and revenue cycle management company helping healthcare providers increase collections, reduce claim denials, and streamline operations. Our certified billing specialists deliver end-to-end RCM, medical coding, credentialing, accounts receivable management, dental...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Software Development
    • ERP Consulting
    • CRM Consulting
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Calls answered. Insight delivered.

    Customer Direct answers your calls and gives you answers about your business. What makes us unique: we analyze every single interaction, not just a small sample like most call centers...

    Top Services:

    • Call Centers
    • BPO
    • Phone Answering Services
    • Customer Support
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Maryland Heights, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Tech, Data, AI & Product Partner

    Novity is the dedicated Tech, Data and AI team extension partner for CTPOs. As a Certified Partner in the Claude Partner Network, our engineers integrate directly into your workflows to accelerate your AI projects and roadmaps without intermediaries (+80 clients supported)...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Software Testing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Location
    Paris, France
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping businesses navigate the complex maze of online marketing.

    Masterful Marketing® is a full-service agency that specializes in inbound marketing for small businesses. We help you select the right marketing strategies to increase your online visibility and attract more qualified leads. Our unique qualities ensure you get someone with the expertise and experience to...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Marlborough, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Creative. Committed. Conscientious.

    The power of music has never been more influential! The B Company offers decades of experience in guiding brands and artists in harnessing the ever-changing music marketing tools available to reach coveted target audiences, and to build passionate followings for artists and record labels...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Advertising
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Burbank, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Unlock The Possibilities.

    At Final Key Consulting, we offer a range of services tailored to assist you in starting, enhancing, and growing your business. With competitive pricing, we ensure value-driven solutions that meet your needs without compromising quality...

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Pacifica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Salesforce Consulting Partner

    Certified Salesforce Consulting Partner with an office in Miami and delivery teams across Latin America. Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Agentforce and custom development, in your time zone and in English and Spanish...

    Top Services:

    • CRM Consulting
    • Business Consulting
    • Staff Augmentation
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project 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
  • Shaping The Future

    MAXIMAGO is an interface company creating extremly innovative software solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • UI/UX Design
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Dortmund, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Swiss AI Excellence Partner

    MDW (My Data Works) is a data and AI consulting firm supporting large organizations in the design and delivery of enterprise data platforms, AI initiatives, and business applications. A long-time Microsoft partner, MDW has earned seven Microsoft Partner of the Year awards and operates entirely within the...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Madrid, Spain
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Young in Age but Not in Experience

    Newfound Marketing is a Digital Marketing Consulting Agency based in St. John’s, Newfoundland.Newfound Marketing has been developing and executing Online Marketing plans and strategies to help businesses elevate their market position...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    St. John's, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Creative Operating Systems Powered By Airtable + Modern No-Code Tools

    Astra Black helps creative teams move from chaos to operational clarity. We design Airtable-powered Creative Operating Systems that organize projects, workflows, and teams so brands in entertainment, arts, media, and events can execute complex creative work with structure, speed, and precision...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Business Consulting
    • CRM Consulting
    • Event Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Web Design and Development Company

    ITGeeks is a leading website designing & development company, working over various e-commerce platforms. We are the top-rated Shopify Experts and Partners across the globe. We provide E-Commerce solutions for entrepreneurs to embolden their business globally...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Middletown, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Content House For Keynote Speakers

    Cicospace is a video production company dedicated exclusively to keynote speakers, specializing in demo reels and bureau-ready speaker video assets. Cicospace is typically chosen by speakers focused on building a long-term keynote career...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Reputation Management
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Audio Production
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    Location
    Scottsdale, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Competitive rates and a zest for what we do!

    We are obsessed with marketing trends, user engagement, design innovations, and 100% focused on making our clients' marketing dreams come true. Not only do we love what we do, we love what you do too! Reach out to secure our team to work on a Project 4 you! See what we did there. (wink)...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Redmond, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Execurve

    Prepare your prop firm launch with reliable technology solutions that support every stage of your business. Execurve offers white label platforms, CRM systems, trading tools, and operational features to help entrepreneurs establish and manage successful prop firms...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Tallinn, Estonia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 12+ Years On The Market

    Kiwi Agency is a social media marketing agency specializing in helping brands strengthen their online presence and establish leadership in their respective industries. With 13 years of experience and more than 300 projects launched, the agency provides strategic social media management, content production...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Kyiv, Ukraine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Ultimate Destination For All Your Business Needs.

    Established in 2010, The Last Hope brings over 14 years of international expertise in transforming businesses with exceptional website designing, digital marketing & graphic designing services. Our dedicated team has successfully served thousands of satisfied clients worldwide, delivering tailored solutions...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Gurgaon, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Real Websites. Real Results

    ClearScale is an Australian digital marketing and website systems provider focused on tradies and local service businesses. The company develops functional, search-optimized websites and integrated marketing systems that include AI chatbots, automated lead follow-ups, Google Business Profile optimization...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • CRO
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    Location
    Cooroy, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Since 1990, Chicago-based Scott Phillips + Associates, Inc. has served as public relations counsel to a diverse mix of industry leading corporations, high-performance start-ups and other organizations you might think would only be represented by "the big guys."...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    CHICAGO, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • User Insights For Business Innovation.

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

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Fairfax, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We brand, build, and market for small businesses.

    Moxie Creative Solutions is a Southern California digital marketing agency helping small businesses become easier to find, easier to trust, and easier to choose...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Upland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • 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
  • We are Bridging the Digital Divide to Help Businesses Grow

    Digital Divide Consulting is a full-service digital marketing and website design consulting company. We focus on small to medium sized businesses that need help creating, maintaining, or optimizing their online presence. We provide a full suite of services that assist with expanding the brand awareness of...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Woburn, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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
  • Wildly Creative.

    "On the Run" represents a global collective of digital creatives united in the mission to craft unforgettable brands and customer experiences. Spanning across geographical boundaries, our diverse team collaborates seamlessly to deliver impactful solutions for businesses and individuals alike. With a shared...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Cape Town, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $55/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
  • We build and manage brands that perform, connect and endure.

    Stoop is a Brisbane based, brand and design studio. We work with businesses that want their brand to be more than decoration. Something their customers recognise, their team believes in, and their competitors have to account for...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Gaythorne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Build What Others Quote 3x More For

    AISD helps mid-market and enterprise teams build AI-powered products, agents, and workflow automations. Every project is delivered by senior engineers with proven software development and AI experience...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Business Consulting
    • Logistics
    • BPO
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Disruptions Creates Opportunities.

    Swivt Lab's BrandDoc always practises based on research and serves with best solutions.We add the formula with combination of digital marketing strategy with multiplication of creative integers and mix in technology-focused, customised solutions as a chaser...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Digital Services
    • Product Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 2Coins is a group of talented, creative, collaborative and curious people.

    2Coins is a Buenos Aires-based advertising, marketing, and public relations agency...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • 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
  • 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
    • Show more
    Location
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Strategy. Tactics. Results.

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

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Shape Your Future with Mirko's Vision at FourBlocks.

    Empower your business with 4 Blocks, the leading provider of blockchain development and innovative enterprise solutions. Specializing in Web3 services and secure blockchain technology, we help you experience the future of business...

    Top Services:

    • Blockchain
    • Software Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • DevOps Consulting
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    Location
    Cassola, Italy
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects 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.