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We Align Your Business Values With Your Digital Presence.
We are a boutique digital marketing agency providing SEO, SEM, SMM, landing pages, web development, and marketing material services... View Apricotdb profile
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- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
With more than 15 years of experience on Internet Web Marketing, we design and build functional, user-friendly SEO ecommerce.We are not just another web design firm. We are a marketing service company with a dedicated IT and business development marketing team.Our goal is always to push the edge while... View AMG Concept Pte Ltd profile
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- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We Build Brands That Stick, Not Just Click
Well review your website, SEO, and digital presence, then send you a personalized report with insights and recommendations to help you grow... View all reviews
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- Branding
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- Video Production
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Website Specialist
We're a one-stop Web Design & Marketing agency. Work with the best website design company in San Diego. Grow your business and boost sales with our top ranked website design services. Offering everything you need to launch your business online. Hosting, Domain, Maintenance, Marketing Strategy, Custom Website... View all reviews
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- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Software Development & Staff Augmentation Company
Dezital Technologies is a top rated Software Development & Staff Augmentation Company... View Dezital Technologies profile
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- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WordPress Agentur Hamburg
Our agency is based in Hamburg, Germany and our talented team mainly consists of specialized web developers and web designers. We prefer to work with WordPress, Elementor and a bulletproof combination of theme and plugins tested over many years. We focus on highspeed websites and shops for middlesized... View all reviews
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $79/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Crafting Impactful Communications for Purpose-Driven Brands
Fresh Tonic Marketing is a creative marketing communications studio with a focus on education & issues that matter.Fresh Tonic Marketing craft pure & potent brand communications for mission-driven organizations... View Fresh Tonic Marketing profile
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Annapolis, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Digital Solutions for Remarkable Growth
An accomplished software solutions company that values simplicity, scalability and customer service. Our certified engineers work with customers in various verticals including informational technology, banking, insurance, transportation, health care and consumer services. We create SAAS, mobile apps... View Pulse Software Solutions LLC profile
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- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $54/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Power of Having a Partner
Marketing Toolbox is a Digital Marketing agency based in Sofia, Bulgaria, but offering services internationally in three languages: Bulgarian, English, and Spanish. We offer SEO, SEM, PPC, Website Development and other digital services... View Marketing Toolbox profile
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digital Marketing For Small Business That Delivers Results
Upward Engine is a Riverton, Utah based full-service digital marketing agency founded in 2013. It offers custom web design and development, SEO, PPC, social media advertising, programmatic ads, public relations, and creative branding services. The agency prioritizes transparency, measurable ROI and flexible... View all reviews
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Riverton, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Driving Local Businesses Forward.
Advanced Local SEO, local SEO company specializes in creating and managing online marketing and web design campaigns in the automotive industry. We work with local, family-owned auto repair shops to make their brand more visible to care owners in their respective communities and surrounding areas... View all reviews
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Ogden, Utah
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Improve Your Online Presence with SEO Services in London
SEO Services in London is the best way to get your website ranked high on search engines. We make sure your website is ready for the big time, by optimizing it for all search engines... View all reviews
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- PPC
- Advertising
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Turn your me into we
WeDigital PH is a Digital Marketing Management and Web Design and Development agency that caters to MSME. We aim to help businesses take their space in the digital world and improve their business... View all reviews
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- Package Design
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Pasig City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
rocksecgroups
comprehensive security solution, including threat detection and response, network security, and compliance management. We understand that each business has unique needs, which is why we offer tailored security plans to meet those needs... View Rocksec Groups profile
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- CRM Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Branded Marketing Blended with Creativity
At twentytwo & brand, we don't just create any old brands - we craft identities that stand out from the crowd. Our team of experts specialize in utilizing design, branding and communication to make sure your message is heard loud and clear. With an eye for innovation and a passion for renewables energy, our... View Twentytwo & Brand profile
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- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Royal Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Let's Grow Together.
At Web Tech Fusion, we're passionate about helping organizations reach their potential. We turn growth goals into reality with exclusive partnerships and tailored digital strategies! As a partner, our success is measured by yours: Your wins are ours too. Let's work together to transform your organization and... View all reviews
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Midlothian, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Crafting Digital Joy
At Cazarin Interactive, we've been crafting digital joy for over twenty years! We specialize in website design and development as well as various marketing solutions. Located at the heart of Minneapolis/St Paul - where the creativity never stops flowing - you can trust us to bring your vision to life online... View all reviews
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- Video Production
- Print Design
- Branding
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Your Digital Presence, Amplified.
Amplify media + marketing is a one-stop shop for all your international advertising needs, from extensive campaigns to small personal touches. We tap into technology's power by utilizing data and analytics in real-time, so clients can make decisions with maximum impact on the spot! Our award-winning team... View Amplify Media + Marketing profile
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- McAllen, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Branding, Marketing & Web Services
Venturing across the vast unknown, we discover paths that lead to wondrous new experiences. We never know what awaits us as each step unveils an exciting journey of discovery. We're here to help make your business a huge success!... View Northwest Media Collective profile
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Video Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Rise Above and Beyond
At Rise Marketing Group, we've got the experience to help you get noticed online. Led by a former Googler with decades of collective knowledge in marketing, our team has devised strategies optimized for paid ads, SEO growth, email campaigns and more! Let us be your guide on this digital journey toward... View all reviews
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- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Dedham, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Boost Your Value
Onik Lab is the retention marketing agency that turns your advertising campaigns into lifetime value! From email marketing to specialized strategies, our services maximize returns without raising the budget... View Onik Lab profile
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Let us take care of all your technical needs
Digital Marketing for the Digital Age... View all reviews
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Gig Harbor, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
eCommerce Marketing for Higher ROI
Adfix is determined to make a lasting global impact—driven by an unyielding passion for digital marketing and commitment to perfecting services that can be used around the world. By continuously constructing groundbreaking products, Adfix is destined for success on an international level!... View Adfix profile
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We Can Increase Sales and Visibility for You.
Struggling to build your small or medium business' online presence? Bowman Digital Media can help! We specialize in the distribution and creation of content that raises visibility, drives website traffic, and hones branding for our clients so they can focus on their passion: running their businesses. Let us... View Bowman Digital Media profile
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- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Moreno Valley, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A Result-Oriented Advertising Firm
Through data-driven marketing strategies, we collaborate with you to achieve your business objectives. Let us assist you in interpreting and directing the information your data provides about your customers and sales... View Db&m Media profile
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- PPC
- Media Buying
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Brea, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Let KEOCH take you further
As a leading authority in business growth and digital innovation, we cultivate and propel your vision. You've come this far, let us take you further... View Keoch - Digital Marketing And Engineering profile
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
You're a big deal, we are just here to prove it.
In todays fast-paced marketplace, you need dynamic digital marketing that captures attention, drives sales, and keeps you one step ahead of the competition. Thats why, from web design to social media, email marketing to branding; we give you the powerful tools you need to showcase your business, and win... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Experts in Web 2.0 Wordpress and Web 3.0 Metaverse
Web3 Meta Growth assists enterprises and organizations in achieving exponential expansion in the Web2 and Web3 arena. Our team specializes in technologies such as virtual billboards, the Metaverse, WordPress, and others. Our primary objective is to assist our customers in establishing a powerful online... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Swish: Mobilizing Your Marketing Strategy
Swish provides objective, data-driven Digital Marketing & Analytics services to a multitude of industry verticals with a focus on creating quantifiable results centered on KPI singularity. Our team is dedicated to helping your business succeed through effective digital marketing strategies... View Swish profile
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- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Doing Digital the Right Way
Our agency is dedicated to driving and elevating your brand to new heights. Our team is comprised of visionaries with humble egos and groundbreaking concepts that will leave you in awe... View all reviews
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Advertising
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
i build businesses like yours on the internet
Passionate STL native digital marketing expert turned solopreneur offering website optimization and business growth strategies including SEO, Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Marketing tactics... View Natalie Coyne profile
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Linking Europe without barriers
Our Digital Marketing team is multidisciplinary, consisting of experts in the fields of Marketing, Design, Web Development, Finance, Communication, and Branding. As such, we are able to provide comprehensive services to our clients. DN Agence is a cutting-edge digital marketing organization that was... View DN Agence profile
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- Digital Marketing
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- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Let's start something beautiful together.
We at Clay Pot Creative love taking good care of our customers. We want to make sure you achieve your objectives. It's that easy. We adopt a distinctive strategy, creating personalised solutions that exactly suit customer requirements. This technique is similar to a master artisan constructing a work of art... View all reviews
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Paid Media with Principle..
With over 25 years experience in Australia we are experts in managing all paid digital media channels for Small Businesses and Startups. A nimble team of professionals dedicated to delivering ROI for paid media campaigns, we pride ourselves on delivering solutions at a lower cost than larger agencies by... View Principle Media profile
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Coolum Beach, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Scale your business with our expertise
Volcanic Internet is a team of experienced professionals who provide web design and development, mobile app development, code outsourcing and online marketing services. They use a collaborative process that includes analysis, planning, design, programming, quality assurance, delivery, growth, monitoring and... View all reviews
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- Olot, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Southwest Floridas #1 SEO Specialist
SecondEffort is a search engine optimization and Internet marketing company based in Southwest Florida. SecondEffort SEO has expanded to become one of the top full-service internet marketing and search engine optimization (SEO) companies in Florida... View all reviews
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Location
- North Port, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Creating amazing experiences!
We are BeHappy, a digital innovation studio with a global reach. At the core of our work is a human-centered design approach, placing customer experience front and center. Our values of honesty, cutting-edge technology, and excellence guide us in everything we do... View all reviews
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Pozuelo de Alarcón, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Driving digital success.
Red Cherry has been delivering top-level service at the best price since 1999. With over 500+ websites and 150+ enterprise software builds, our disciplined process delivers rich user experiences and helps drive our clients' success... View Red Cherry profile
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Web Design
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- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
Cultural Connections That Convert.
As an integrated cross-cultural marketing agency, Sensis connects brands with people through meaningful marketing strategies that build sustainable demand. Our cross-cultural model combines expertise in the Hispanic, African American, and Asian markets, while our research-based approach offers cost-efficient... View SENSIS profile
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
A full service team of medical digital marketers. HIPAA-focused business growth partners.
We develop a personalized strategy and execute it; from code to design, content, analytics, video production, web development, SEO, and anything else your practice may need to grow... View ON Digital Agency profile
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- SEO
- Video Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Personalized Web Solutions Tailored for You.
We offer personalized web solutions, from basic brochure sites to robust e-commerce platforms, at affordable rates. Achieve unbeatable online results with our no-nonsense approach. Contact us today!... View Mikca Web Solutions profile
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- SEO
- Web Development
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- Shreveport, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Customer-Centric Excellence.
Since 2001. Located in Provo, Utah, we prioritize customer satisfaction by creating world-class online communities for enterprise software end-users. Our disciplined and focused approach has contributed to the success of technology giants like Adobe, Dell, HP, and more... View WebWise Solutions profile
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- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Provo, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Aim for the Highest!
eWareness is a distinguished web marketing communications and design agency based in the United States. Get in touch with us to know more!... View EWareness Web Marketing Communications profile
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Melbourne FL, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Your Success Is Our Business.
We provide digital services to new and recently started businesses, and assist with business branding, website design and development, social media marketing and business training... View New Business Success profile
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Digital Path, Paved by Gurus
We believe in the transforming potential of professional advice at FATGURU.COM. It's easy to get lost or overwhelmed in the enormous digital universe. That's where our experts come in. Our staff acts as your guiding light, illuminating the route to digital success, with a strong grasp of Website Design, SEO... View all reviews
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Hitchin, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Experts on the web.
Pleiades Projectworks presents bespoke web design services delivered by seasoned designers and SEO experts at a competitive price point. Our core values center around reliability, transparency, and craftsmanship, with a dedicated commitment to simplifying the complexities of online business for our clients... View Pleiades Projectworks profile
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web design for passion and job! We make live your business's idea
SqualaDesign Ltd is a Digital Cloud Agency based in Timaru specialised in website, ERP, CRM and Marketing. We help small business to find the right IT solution to grow their company... View SqualaDesign's portfolio
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- Digital Strategy
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- Timaru, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Search Engine Optimization That Increases Your Google Rankings
AH Media is a professional agency dedicated to delivering cost-effective SEO services and website solutions meticulously engineered to enhance traffic and transform visitors into revenue. Spare yourself the frustration of investing significant resources and time, along with countless email exchanges, in the... View all reviews
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- SEO
- Web Development
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- CRO
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- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Elevate your digital presence
Three Peaks is a proudly minority-owned digital marketing and web design agency helping small businesses and solopreneurs thrive online. Our services include strategic web design, search engine optimization (SEO), paid search advertising, and branding all designed to attract, engage, and convert. Wi... View Three Peaks TechGeek profile
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Fort Mill, South Carolina
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- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Everything You Need to Know About Search Engine Marketing Companies
What can search engine marketing agencies do for your business?
The main goal of search engine marketing agencies is to capture high-intent audiences – or users who are actively searching for what you sell – and convert them.
The main benefits of their work include:
1. Immediate visibility and faster growth
Unlike organic SEO, which can take 6 to 12 months to show results, SEM provides almost instant visibility:
- Ads can increase brand awareness by up to 80%, even when users do not click immediately
- Around 66% of high-intent searches go to paid ads instead of organic results
- Top ad positions can drive over 3x more clicks compared to lower placements
2. Clear and scalable ROI
Every click and conversion is tracked, so you know what works and what to scale.
- Businesses often earn about $2 for every $1 spent on Google Ads
- eCommerce campaigns often target 4x to 8x return on ad spend
- Profitable campaigns can scale budgets without losing performance
3. Better targeting and higher conversions
Ads reach people based on intent, location, and behavior, not guesswork.
- Demographic targeting can bring 10 to 56% higher conversions with Microsoft Ads
- Brand keywords often convert at 15% to 25%, much higher than generic terms
- Retargeting campaigns can increase conversions by up to 70% by re-engaging visitors
4. Lower wasted spend through optimization
Agencies improve ad quality, targeting, and bidding to reduce unnecessary costs.
- Smart bidding strategies can improve cost per acquisition by around 25%
- Proper keyword targeting and negative keywords can cut wasted spend by up to 45%
- Responsive ads test multiple variations and often drive 13% more conversions than static ads
5. Access to tools and expertise
Agencies provide advanced tools and experienced specialists without in-house hiring.
- Professional tools and platforms can cost $2,000 to $5,000 per month on their own
- Building an in-house team can exceed $200,000 per year in salaries and overhead
- Strong creative, data analysis, and strategy can increase sales performance by around 30%
When should a business invest in search engine marketing?
A business should invest in search engine marketing when it needs fast traffic, clear results, and a way to turn search demand into sales.
Top search engine marketing companies can help you when:
- You need immediate traffic and leads, not months of waiting for organic growth
- People already search for your product or service and show clear buying intent
- You launch a new product, service, or website and need visibility fast
- Organic traffic is low or not converting, and you need a reliable channel
- You have a defined budget and want predictable, trackable results
- You operate in a competitive market and need to secure top search positions
- You want to test offers, messaging, or audiences quickly before scaling further
What types of businesses benefit most from SEM?
SEM benefits most businesses that need fast visibility, want to capture high-intent searches, and can track results clearly.
Businesses that use search engine marketing agencies’ services the most include:
- Local service businesses like dentists, lawyers, and home services that depend on quick leads
- eCommerce brands that sell products people actively search for and can track purchases
- B2B companies with high-value deals where one conversion covers ad costs
- SaaS and tech companies targeting specific problems and search queries
- Healthcare and professional services where users compare options before choosing
- Companies in competitive markets that need visibility faster than SEO can deliver
- Companies with strong margins and clear funnels that turn clicks into revenue
What red flags should you watch out for when hiring a search engine marketing company?
Hiring an SEM agency may seem simple, but poor decisions can quickly drain your budget. Paid search gives quick results, so mistakes show up immediately in spend, not just performance. You need to check how an agency works, not just what they promise they can do.
Before you commit, check a search engine marketing company for the following warning signs:
- Lack of transparency in reporting
You need clear data on spend, clicks, conversions, and fees. Vague reports hide poor performance or wasted budget. - No clear strategy or plan
Strong agencies explain targeting, keywords, and testing approach. Generic plans signal low effort and poor results. - Overreliance on automation
Automation helps, but it cannot replace strategy. Agencies that rely only on automated bidding often miss optimization opportunities. - No discussion about conversion tracking
Clicks alone mean nothing. Proper tracking shows which ads generate leads or sales. Without it, you cannot measure ROI. - Long contracts with no flexibility
Locking clients into long agreements reduces accountability. Good agencies prove value month by month. - Very low pricing
Cheap services often mean minimal work, no testing, and poor management. With an overly affordable SEM company, you might end up paying more through wasted ad spend. - No questions about your business
Serious agencies ask about goals, margins, and your target audience. Lack of interest leads to generic campaigns that do not convert.
What should you ask a search engine marketing company before signing a contract?
Before signing a contract, ask the SEM company clear questions to understand its experience, how it will manage campaigns, and how its work aligns with your goals.
Relevant background
- What industries have you worked with, and what results did you achieve?
- Can you show recent case studies with real performance data?
- What certifications or platform partnerships do you have?
- Who will manage the account, and what is their experience?
Services and processes
- What platforms do you use and how do you choose them?
- How do you structure campaigns and manage budgets?
- How do you test and optimize ads over time?
- What reporting do you provide and how often?
Related to your business
- How will you approach our specific goals and target audience?
- What keywords and targeting strategy would you start with?
- How will you improve our landing pages and conversion rates?
- What results should we expect in the first 3 months?
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- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
5 Frequently Asked Questions About Search Engine Marketing Agencies
What is the difference between SEO and SEM?
The main difference between these two marketing branches is how they acquire traffic: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) earns traffic organically, while Search Engine Marketing (SEM) buys traffic through paid ads.
| Aspect | SEO | SEM |
| Traffic source | Organic (unpaid) | Paid (ads on search engines) |
| Cost model | No cost-per-click | Pay-per-click (PPC) |
| Result speed | Slow, builds over time | Fast, immediate visibility |
| Placement | Organic search results | Top and bottom ad placements |
| Strategy | Content, technical setup, backlinks | Bidding, ad copy, targeting |
| Long-term value | High, compounding over time | Stops when the budget stops |
| Control | Limited control over rankings | Full control over spend and targeting |
What platforms are used for search engine marketing?
Search engine marketing runs mainly on paid search platforms. Google Ads leads globally, with regional and niche platforms used based on audience and market.
- Google Ads is the largest platform and covers Google Search, YouTube, Gmail, and partner sites.
- Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) reaches Bing, Yahoo, and AOL users. It often has lower CPCs.
- Amazon Ads shows search ads inside Amazon for product-driven campaigns.
- Apple Search Ads promotes apps within App Store search results.
- Baidu Ads is the primary platform in China.
- Yandex Ads is dominant in Russia and nearby markets.
Can a search engine marketing company guarantee a #1 ranking?
No. An SEM agency cannot guarantee a #1 ranking.
Search ads run on an auction, and ad rank depends on bid, ad quality, expected click-through rate, and landing page experience. Competitors change bids constantly, so positions shift in real time.
Agencies control strategy, targeting, and optimization. They improve results, reduce costs, and increase conversions, but they do not control the auction or competitors, so no one can consistently promise the top spot.
How much do SEM services cost?
Best SEM agencies typically charge between $100 and $300 per hour. Most businesses spend $500 to $5,000+ per month on SEM, while competitive industries can spend from $10,000 to $50,000+. Total cost combines ad spend and agency fees.
- Ad spend: You pay for each click, but some clicks cost a few dollars, while competitive keywords like legal or finance can go above $50 per click. Total spend depends on how many clicks you want and how competitive your market is.
- SEM companies’ monthly fees:
- $500 to $1,500 per month for basic setup and management
- $1,000 to $5,000 per month for full service and optimization
- $10,000 to $50,000+ for large-scale, multi-platform campaigns
Search engine marketing agencies can also charge a percentage of ad spend, usually between 5% and 20%.
As a general rule, many companies allocate around 10% to 12% of revenue to SEM and digital advertising.
How long does it take to see SEM results?
SEM companies can deliver results for paid search within days, while SEO takes months to build traffic and rankings.
Paid search can drive traffic almost immediately after launch. Early results appear within hours or days, but campaigns need a few weeks to stabilize. Most accounts become efficient within 2 to 8 weeks, and performance becomes stronger after 2 to 3 months.
SEO works much more slowly. The first 1 to 3 months usually go into technical fixes, content creation, and indexing. Noticeable traffic growth often occurs between 3 and 6 months for less-competitive terms. Strong rankings and consistent traffic typically take 6 to 12 months or more, especially for new websites.
About The Author and Expert Reviewer
Natasa Glikman is an experienced editor and content writer with over 10 years of experience in writing, editing, and translating articles across various topics, with a strong focus on marketing and advertising. At DesignRush, Natasa currently works as an editor, where she refines and enhances B2B content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency across agency profiles and industry reports.
Mariana Delgado is the Head of Marketing at DesignRush, with more than ten years of experience across digital marketing, sales management, search, and video advertising. Since joining DesignRush, she has delivered 3× site-traffic growth and 2× growth in monthly revenue by building scalable, performance-led programs that connect acquisition, content, and brand across channels. Her campaigns have achieved a 5:1 ROAS.
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