Discover top Chicago search engine marketing agencies, driving growth through AEO, local SEO, and precision PPC. From Loop-based finance to O’Hare logistics, compare experts to find the right partner for your business needs.

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  • Disruptive Advertising

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.

    Top-Rated PPC & Digital Marketing Agency Focused on Driving Results

    Disruptive Advertising provides paid search, paid social, SEO, Amazon marketing, email, CRO, lead generation, and creative services. Offering a 90-day results guarantee, it has managed $450M+ in annual ad spend for clients like Adobe, Matterport, and MyHealthTeams...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed

    Disruptive Advertising Services

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Business Consulting
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Strategy
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Adobe
    • Scotts MiracleGro
    • Litter-Robot
    • Guitar Center
    • Fandango
    • PennyMac
    • Diesel Power Gear
    • Death Wish Coffee
    • TruDog
    • Conoco Phillips
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Disruptive Advertising Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous Marketing Manager, Sound Approach at Sound Approach
      4.8★

      eCommerce Review from Anonymous

      Right after launching our campaigns with Disruptive, we saw results almost instantly. Our monthly revenue jumped from about $50,000 to over $70,000. Every key Google Ads metric improved, and by November, we were already nearing $550,000 in revenue, well on track to hit our $700,000 annual goal.

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous GuideCX, Head of Marketing at Guide CX
      4.8★

      PPC Review from Anonymous

      We’ve been working with Disruptive on a long-term PPC strategy, and they’re constantly optimizing campaigns and landing pages based on performance. They use Google Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, Unbounce for landing page testing, and run ads through Google and LinkedIn, with knowledgeable experts for each channel.

    • Jackie Arends
      Jackie Arends Marketing Manager at USA Clean
      4.8★

      Digital Marketing Review from Jackie Arends

      Disruptive Advertising is in charge of our online advertising, which includes PPC, social media marketing on Facebook, email marketing, and, more recently, Amazon marketing. They create content for the campaigns and manage them, create email templates, and automate [...] email marketing campaigns. Regarding our PPC efforts, we focus on Google Ads and Facebook Ads, and we recently started our Bing advertising efforts as well. Our ROAS is currently at about 4X5X. (Verified via email)

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  • Design In DC

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    A Digital Agency For The Future

    Design in DC sustains brand growth through full-funnel digital marketing services, spanning SEO, social media, content marketing, email marketing, PPC, sales automation, and strategy development. With 9+ years of experience, it has helped companies like Accenture and JFL Consulting maximize ROI...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed

    Design In DC Services

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Product Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Consumer Bankers Association
    • Examit
    • Summit Ridge Energy
    • JFL Consulting
    • Lateenz
    • Solar Landscape
    • Warfel Construction
    • CiviClick
    • Priovant Therapeutics
    • Hilton
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Mackenzie Shriner
      Mackenzie Shriner Owner at Distinctive Deck Designs
      4.8★

      Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner

      I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!

    • Jo Maney
      Jo Maney Principal at BGR Group
      5.0★

      Web Design Review from Jo Maney

      DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.

    • Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
      Sapna Doshi, Ph.D. Owner at Mind Body Health LLC
      5.0★

      Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.

      My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!

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  • Comrade Digital Marketing

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.

    Generating Results Through Performance Marketing

    Comrade Digital Marketing specializes in SEO, PPC, local SEO, AI search optimization, web design, and CRO for home service contractors, including roofing and HVAC brands. With 17+ years of experience, it has generated $100M+ in revenue for 330+ clients with an average 8.2x ROI...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • PPC
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Comrade Digital Marketing Services

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • PPC
    • Digital Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Fluid Air Dynamics
    • Granite Selection
    • The International Kitchen
    • Euro Maids
    • Stone Center
    • Apex Window Werks
    • Absolute Home Services
    • Built to Last Roofing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Comrade Digital Marketing Reviews & Testimonials

    • Helen Adams
      Helen Adams Manager at Helen Adams
      5.0★

      Web Design Review from Helen Adams

      Excellent cooperation!Comrade Team created a website for my business. They did an excellent job listening to my very picky details on how I wanted everything. The website ended up perfect. I am extremely pleased and I will always use this company for all of my web design needs!

    • Marc Hopkins
      Marc Hopkins Review from Google
      5.0★

      Marc Hopkins's Review Sourced from Google

      We've been working with Comrade Digital Marketing on our website and SEO. Their team is responsive, follows through on tasks, and stays focused on results. Since starting the partnership, we've seen steady progress in our online visibility and lead generation.

    • Don Nordloff
      Don Nordloff Review from Google
      5.0★

      Don Nordloff's Review Sourced from Google

      Comrade has become a core asset to our business success. Their considered approach has bore quantifiable results. Our website is greatly improved. Our traffic has increased dramatically. Now we are engaging them to assist us in attracting more AI based searches. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the top notch service from our client success manager, Palina. She provides great client services and keeps busy small business people on track.

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  • Experience digital with us.

    Social Driver is a leading digital agency specializing in social media, digital strategy, content and video, websites, and brand design. Based in Washington DC, with teams in Seattle, Kansas City, Chicago, and Bellingham, WA, our culture focuses on partnership, creativity, stewardship, and service...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • AI-Driven Software Development & Digital Innovation

    Codiant, operating as a subsidiary of Yash Technologies, stands as an AI-Driven Software Development & Digital Innovation, with a specialization in Enterprise Mobility, Web Application Development, UI/UX Development, and Application Maintenance and Support Services...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    64 Projects Listed
  • Data-driven digital marketing - We partner with our clients to drive tactful, sustainable growth.

    ADM is a performance marketing agency specializing in eCommerce and healthcare. Our approach is centered on client success, underpinned by our extensive knowledge, transparency, and experience...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    10 Projects Listed
  • Target | Excite | Connect

    TEC Direct Media is a media agency in Chicago. We plan and buy media for artists, brands and agencies so they can generate awareness, acquire new customers and drive sales...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • Business beyond the summit

    TopOut Group is a full-service digital agency with a focus on performative e-commerce and revenue generating scalable advertising...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We link your data together. Then we make marketing magic happen.

    We've managed over $30million in ad spend and analyzed over $300 million in revenue. Work with a team that gets you the results you want. No bull$%&#. Just month-to-month contracts. Paid ads can be a powerful source to drive leads through your sales funnel … when you do it correctly. At Crunchy Links, we...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Driven by Data. Fueled by Humans.

    Since 2009, our digital marketing experts have supported the growth of each other, our clients, and communities. Through Paid Media, Organic Search, and Analytics, BFO continuously provides results and growth for our clients. With an average of 8 years in the industry per expert, we know our stuff!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • If Moving Fast Is Wrong, We Dont Want To Be Right.

    Square 2 Marketing is a full-service revenue growth agency designed to produce results for clients. They help businesses understand the changing buyer journey and how revenue is directly related to marketing, martech, sales and customer service execution...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • CRO
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • A 360° Creative & Marketing Agency.

    Crux is a dynamic, woman-owned Creative and Marketing Agency, dedicated to sculpting brand identities and crafting engaging strategies. Specializing in interactive experiences, digital communications, and immersive environments, Crux ensures clients forge lasting connections with their target audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

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