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Digital Marketing That Drives Results® - WebFX®
WebFX delivers exceptional results as a digital marketing agency focused on driving growth through tailored strategies. Mastery in SEO, PPC, social media, and web design differentiates our team from the competition. Partner with us to boost leads, conversions, and revenue with confidence...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
SEO
Content Marketing
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
500 - 999
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
10 Projects Listed
WebFX Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
Content Marketing
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Direct Marketing
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Verizon
FujiFilm
Buffalo Wild Wings
Subway
YMCA
Giant
Penn National Gaming
Armstrong
Coldwell Banker
Jiffy Lube
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WebFX Reviews & Testimonials
Kate Auchenbach Marketing Manager at Kreamer Feed
5.0★
eCommerce Development Review from Kate Auchenbach
Over the past few years, we have been working with WebFX on various ongoing projects surrounding our websites. They have taken our SEO from non-existent to one of the best websites throughout our time working together. They provide easy-to-understand, solutions-oriented objectives for us and can work cohesively with us to achieve those goals. I like their ability to work hand-in-hand with you and keep you informed in such an organized manner with progress reports.
Joshua Fetterolf Sales Manager at Koser Jewelers
5.0★
SEO Review from Joshua Fetterolf
I have enlisted WebFX to revamp and run my digital presence. I was in way over my head in regards to SEO and Google Ads. WebFX has really helped us turn the corner and I've seen our visibility go way up.
Wendy W COO at Select Insurance Group
5.0★
Digital Services Review from Wendy W
The WebFX team has been committed to our success in generating leads for our specialty insurance business. Our account manager has always been responsive and has provided great resources and advice during our partnership. She celebrates our wins with us and puts in extra hours when we need assistance.
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At Galactic Fed, every decision is grounded in data, research, and industry expertise, ensuring your success without the need for you to stay on top of every marketing trend. From Fortune 50 brands to startups, we've driven significant revenue and success for companies of all sizes. While growth marketing...
Top Services:
PPC
SEO
Digital Marketing
CRO
Email Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Galactic Fed Services
PPC
SEO
Digital Marketing
CRO
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
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Prepaid2Cash
Garbo
Clearview Social
Bronson Vitamins
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Galactic Fed Reviews & Testimonials
Samantha Mendoza Chief Storyteller at Global Girls Glow
5.0★
Digital Marketing Review from Samantha Mendoza
Working with Galactic Fed to launch and manage our Google Ad Grant has been a fantastic experience. Their team was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and proactive from day one. They handled everythingfrom the grant application to ongoing campaign optimizationwith professionalism and care. Thanks to their expertise, we've seen a significant increase in website traffic and engagement from people who truly align with our mission. Highly recommend them to any nonprofit looking to maximize their impact through digital advertising!
Emily Lou Steenwyk Director at ForensisGroup
4.7★
Content Creation Review from Emily Lou Steenwyk
We were very pleased with the level of blogs that GF has written for us. They were well researched and executed. Our team would recommend GF for this type of service.
Melissa Perry Marketing Director at Cooleaf
5.0★
SEO Review from Melissa Perry
Cooleaf has really appreciated the Strategic insights and proactive approach that Galactic fed has provided for our team. The monthly sessions in particular with Galactic fed have been helpful for us for addressing any technical issues on our site and then being able to just brainstorm with a partner that we can trust has been really helpful as well.
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Straight North is a full-service Internet marketing firm that works with you to customize the best mix of online marketing from PPC and email campaigns to SEO-based responsive websites to provide results that move the needle...
Top Services:
SEO
PPC
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Content Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
18 Projects Listed
Straight North Services
SEO
PPC
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Content Marketing
Graphic Design
Branding
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Pro Stock Hockey
BluePay
Grove Dental Associates
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Straight North Reviews & Testimonials
Healthcare2U Contact Review from Google
5.0★
Healthcare2U Contact's Review Sourced from Google
The people at Straight North were so organized and efficient. Although we ultimately had to go in a different direction due to a change in design needs, the discovery process was very smooth. They devoted significant time to understanding what we needed from the project, and we greatly appreciated it!
Trevor Fulmer Review from Google
5.0★
Trevor Fulmer's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Straight North has been a great experience. Their team developed a digital marketing strategy tailored specifically to my business. Since working together, I have seen noticeable improvements in Google rankings and website visibility.From SEO strategy and keyword targeting to content recommendations and website optimization, every recommendation was excellent.As an interior design studio, visibility and search performance are incredibly important, and Straight North has helped strengthen both!
Jenny S Review from Google
5.0★
Jenny S's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Straight North was an incredible experience from start to finish! When I started looking for web designers, I narrowed it down to four companies, and Straight North was the only one who really took the time to get to know me, our business, and why our goals matter. That personal connection made all the difference.Once we got started, I was blown away by the thought and detail that went into every part of the process. What stood out the most was how open and receptive the team was to my feedback. I truly felt like a part of the process, not just another customer.Our new website is absolutely stunning and perfectly captures who we are and what our brand stands for. I couldn’t be happier with the finished website or with the experience of working with Straight North.Building a great website is truly a collaborative effort, and I’ve learned that the more you put in, the more you get out. I encourage anyone working with Straight North, or any design team to be open, share your vision, and really take the time to engage in the process. The result will be worth it, I promise!Thank you, Straight North, for an amazing experience and a website that we’re so proud of!
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Top Paid Media & Performance Marketing Agency. We Develop Measurable Success.
HK Digital helps eCommerce brands grow with expert Paid Media, Search, and Social strategyplus advanced reporting, analytics, and Slack KPI alerts...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
Media Buying
eCommerce
PPC
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
HK Digital LLC Services
Digital Marketing
Media Buying
eCommerce
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Digital Strategy
Business Consulting
Digital Services
Creative Services
CRO
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PAIGE
Hammitt
Paramount
Lancer Skincare
Pluto TV
The Harmonist
Love Indus
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HK Digital LLC Reviews & Testimonials
Viet Nguyen Ecommerce & Digital Marketing Director at The Harmonist
5.0★
PPC Review from Viet Nguyen
We've had a very positive experience working with HK Digital as our paid media partner. As an ecommerce business focused on sustainable growth and performance accountability, we value partners who combine strategic thinking with reliable execution and HK Digital has delivered on both.From the start, the team demonstrated strong organisation, clear communication, and a collaborative mindset. They took the time to understand our business goals, customer acquisition challenges, and revenue targets, then translated those into structured paid media strategies across our core channels.One of the biggest strengths of HK Digital is their ability to balance performance optimisation with long-term growth thinking. Reporting is clear, actionable, and focused on outcomes that matter to the business not just channel metrics. The team is proactive in identifying opportunities, testing new ideas, and refining campaigns based on data.Since working together, paid media has remained a major contributor to our ecommerce revenue, with campaigns consistently driving qualified traffic, supporting customer acquisition, and helping us scale efficiently. Their responsiveness and willingness to adapt quickly to business needs have made them feel like an extension of our internal team rather than an external agency.Compared to other agencies we've worked with, HK Digital stands out for professionalism, reliability, and a genuinely collaborative approach. They are solutions-oriented, dependable, and focused on delivering measurable impact.I would confidently recommend Travis and HK Digital to any ecommerce brand looking for a performance marketing partner that understands both the commercial realities of running a business and the technical execution required to grow it.
Ben Cheema UA Manager at Paramount
4.8★
Media Buying Review from Ben Cheema
HK Digital is a reliable and results-driven partner. The team is strategic, responsive, and easy to work with, consistently delivering strong performance and clear communication. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for a knowledgeable and accountable digital marketing agency.
Carol Shih Founder at Qode Space
5.0★
Performance Marketing Review from Carol Shih
We've partnered with HK Digital as a performance marketing partner and have referred business back and forth with full confidence. Travis Herndon is extremely knowledgeable, direct, and efficient the kind of partner who doesn't waste time, overpromise, or hide behind buzzwords.His customer service and response time are excellent, communication is clear and matter-of-fact, and most importantly, the results speak for themselves. Travis approaches performance with discipline and accountability, which is exactly what serious brands need.If you're looking for a straightforward, high-integrity performance partner who delivers without the noise, HK Digital is a strong choice.
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