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Belkin Marketing, founded in 2007, is one of the longest-established boutique intelligence firm executing strategic partnerships, international expansion and executive positioning via VVIP events ecosystems like Davos WEF. Bespoke strategies focusing on measurable results for AI and Tech projects...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Public Relations
- Branding
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Udjat Agency is an all-in-one marketing and technology agency providing digital marketing, branding, SEO, web and mobile development, e-commerce, software solutions, and business consulting...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Market Research
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Alexandria, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 30 Projects Listed
Black Dog Marcom is a boutique marketing and communications management agency specializing in storytelling. We help B2B and B2C companies, as well as non-profit organizations, refine and elevate their brand story to connect them to their target market. We do this by delivering high-value content experiences...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Bedford, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We prove ourselves with developing long-term partnerships with small businesses, large corporations, and people we believe in...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Advertising
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
South West Vision holds the conviction that groundbreaking marketing transcends mere advertising; it embodies the art of creative disruption and strategic thinking. We are dedicated to fostering innovative approaches that strategically elevate brands and businesses in the market landscape...
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- Event Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Essen, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Event Marketing, Event Sponsorship and Partnerships, Marketing Campaign Development, Brand Activations...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Shah Alam-based event management and exhibition agency working across Malaysia, with branches in Johor Bahru, Kuching (Bau) and Penang. We take government officiating ceremonies, corporate town halls, policy forums, community festivals and exhibition pavilions from brief to event day, handling concept...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Location
- Shah Alam, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Encore Branding & Communication Agency comprises a compact yet proficient and dedicated team adept at handling intricate projects with integrity and professionalism, steering each client towards success. Leveraging an extensive network of associates, we craft comprehensive marketing and advertising campaigns...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Traditional video production is expensive, time-consuming, and complicated.We handle your video end-to-end, taking care of all the creative details and marketing research, so you can focus on what you do, while we produce a video that sells for your business.Studies show that 87% of consumers say...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
NEWaukee is a Milwaukee-based experiential agency specializing in event production and brand activations. We work with organizations looking for innovative ways to engage their customers...
Top Services:
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
33 Years of Public Relations. Award-Winning. Certified.Lee Andrews Group has helped agencies, organizations, and public figures earn trust and drive results since 1993. We specialize in public relations, community outreach, strategic communications, and media relations, translating complex priorities into...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PRofile is a Moldova-based full-service agency bringing PR, digital marketing, design, video production and events under one roof to turn ideas into campaigns that get noticed and deliver results...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chișinău, Moldova
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Oliver BAM is a freelance digital marketing specialist who supports businesses that need a marketing partner, not just a plan. He plugs into your world to deliver smart, personalized marketing support where and when you need it covering initial strategy work, brand development, website support, SEO and AI...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full-service creative agency in Bucharest, working with clients across Europe and the US since 2014. One senior team takes brand, web, video and campaigns from strategy to launch, on a fixed fee agreed after discovery. Our two founders read every brief. If we sign it, we own it...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Walther Kranz (WK) is the go-to global PR agency for crafting compelling messages that resonate with the target audience. With a team of industry professionals specializing in PR, social media, and digital marketing, WK offers integrated solutions to elevate the brand's presence and yield measurable results...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Event Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Turning marketing into measurable revenue growth, thats what we do. Finfrock Marketing, I bring over 18 years of experience crafting high-impact campaigns for businesses ranging from startups to $5B giants, as well as nonprofits.We specialize in creating multi-channel AEO/GEO marketing strategies that...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Pismo Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Marcas que Enamoran, we specialize in boosting sales by engaging clients, employees, and stakeholders effectively and sustainably. Our approach includes leveraging emotional marketing and crafting brands that resonate through purpose, values, and the quadruple positive impact (social, economic...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Market Research
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $9999/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bridget Hoadley, the human behind Elastic Design, is a creative designer, illustrator and dyslexic thinker working with folk on print design, branding, illustration, and publishing...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Fitzroy, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tikit is a results-driven marketing agency specializing in influencer marketing, social media strategy, and campaign management. We help brands grow by connecting them with the right creators, crafting data-backed campaigns, and turning visibility into measurable business impact. Our team focuses on...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Codesigned Collaborative LTD is a live graphic recording agency that specializes in human led live information synthesis for Fortune 500 summits and virtual workshops. Artists translate complex data into real time visual hierarchies to increase audience retention by 65%. Other than live work, artists...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Durango, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Promotional Shop NZ supplies customised promotional products, branded apparel, corporate gifts, and event merchandise to businesses across New Zealand. We focus on quality products, competitive pricing, and personalised customer service, helping brands create memorable marketing solutions for staff, clients...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Event Marketing
- Phone Answering Services
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
StreamAd is a digital advertising agency that helps organizations grow through strategic, data-driven marketing across multiple digital channels. The agency specializes in connecting brands with their audiences through streaming TV, search, social media, display advertising, email marketing, and creative...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- St. Simons Island, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Shootlab is a full-service video production and content creation agency for London and UK clients. Our three core specialisms are corporate video production, event videography and social media video, with sector experience across education, arts and culture, and the public sector...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Lewes, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Africa OClock is a Pan-African PR & Digital Communication agency and news platform. We provide media relations, influencer marketing, crisis management, event coverage, digital marketing & media training, plus the latest news on Africa...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Haymoz Design is a graphic design and web studio based in Lausanne, specializing in the creation of visual identities, editorial and event design, and custom websites. I combine minimalism, creativity, and emotion to give soul to your communication...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A Saudi-based consultancy specializing in hospitality consulting and destinations advisory, public relations, marketing strategy, events, and product launches. Serving clients across Saudi Arabia and the wider region, MRSM supports organizations in building a strong brand presence through strategic...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
elf media Creative Media Production (Sky Photography) is Abu Dhabi and Dubai premier ICV-certified commercial video production and executive photography agency. With 25+ years of UAE heritage and 10,000+ completed assignments, we partner with UAE federal ministries, Fortune 500 multinationals, ADNOC partners...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Identity is an award-winning public relations firm delivering impactful media, marketing, social, and creative strategies for clients across Michigan and nationwide...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Blaze Communication is a creative digital marketing agency based in Enfield, North London. For over 20 years we've helped ambitious B2B and regulated brands grow through branding, digital marketing, website design and development, and brand activation. We combine creativity, data and technical expertise to...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Enfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Marketing Maven is a dynamic digital marketing agency with a team of integrated specialists who develop customized campaigns. The agency meets diverse client needs through tailored strategies and innovative marketing solutions. Marketing Maven thrives on adapting to the evolving digital landscape, fostering...
- Location
- Camarillo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Red Rock India is a dynamic digital marketing agency based in Mumbai. With more than 50 years of cumulative experience, we specialize in driving business growth through innovative digital marketing strategies. Our expertise includes B2B marketing, SEO Services, social media management, E-commerce Marketing...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Event Marketing Agency FAQs
What is an event marketing agency?
An event marketing agency is a specialized agency that plans, organizes, and manages events as a strategic marketing and communication channel for brands and organizations. Simply put, an event company promotes a brand, product, or service before, during, and after an event.
Their expertise extends to exhibitions, conferences, trade shows, exhibitions, seminars, pop-up shops, workshops, product demonstrations, launch parties, celebrations, charities, fundraisers, seminars, webinars, festivals, concerts, and customer VIP events.
How do event marketing companies help businesses plan and promote events?
Event marketing companies organize virtual, in-person, and hybrid events wherein businesses can host, co-host, sponsor, speaker, or be a participant in the happening. Their work consists of making sure each event reflects the client's brand and offers memorable experiences for attendees.
They work closely with partners and sponsors to boost event visibility. After the event, they keep attendees engaged, handle crises, and plan for unexpected situations to ensure a successful outcome.
Which industries benefit most from professional event marketing?
Professional event marketing is particularly beneficial for industries with complex products or services, long sales cycles, and a need for direct customer engagement and relationship building. Tech and B2B sectors, for instance, use events like conferences and trade shows to demonstrate intricate solutions, capture qualified leads, and establish thought leadership.
Similarly, luxury goods and high-end service industries use exclusive events to increase brand reach, create immersive experiences, foster a sense of community, and nurture high-value client relationships.
What are the top-rated event marketing agencies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated event marketing agencies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized services do event marketing companies offer?
Event marketing companies offer the following core and specialized services:
- Event strategy development
- Creative design and branding
- Event planning and execution
- Marketing and promotion
- Remarketing
- Social media marketing
- Email marketing
- Paid advertising
- Traditional marketing
- Public relations (PR)
- Sponsor acquisition and management
- Content production
- Attendee engagement
- Crisis management
How much do event marketing services cost in 2025?
The cost of event marketing services in 2025 can range between $10,000 to $50,000, depending on the type, scale, and location of the event, as well as the agency's expertise. For large-scale productions, the agency fees can exceed $200,000, while hourly rates typically go from $100 to $150, though some boutique firms may charge more. These price ranges often fluctuate, influenced by industry benchmarks, with high-growth sectors allocating a larger percentage of revenue to these initiatives.
How quickly can an event marketing agency deliver measurable results?
Metrics like registrations, website traffic, and social media engagement, results can be determined relatively quickly, often within a few weeks of the campaign launch. However, for more intricate objectives like sales-qualified leads and ROI, it usually takes longer to see results.
A full event marketing campaign operates in a cycle: pre-event promotion to drive attendance, during-event engagement, and post-event follow-up to convert leads. The most critical period for lead conversion is often the first 48 hours after the event, but it can extend longer for these leads to fully progress through the pipeline and for the agency to demonstrate a positive return on investment.
What should you look for when hiring an event marketing partner?
When hiring an event marketing partner, look for an agency who can turn your ideas into experiences that are attractive and engage the right audience. Inquire about their tactics to boost attendance or engagement and ask for examples of campaigns within your niche.
Additionally, check what tools and vendor networks they rely on and pay attention to how they communicate and manage projects. A good partner should keep you in the loop and adapt on the fly when unexpected hiccups arise.
What red flags indicate that an event marketing agency may not be the right fit?
Watch out for agencies with vague portfolios or case studies that claim “memorable experiences” without showing tangible results like attendance growth, leads, or ROI. Lack of experience in your specific event type can also lead to misaligned strategies and poor execution.
Other major red flags include overpromising outcomes, weak digital integration, or minimal focus on audience engagement, all of which suggest outdated or superficial approaches. Finally, be wary of agencies with limited vendor networks and reliance on generic metrics instead of actionable data.
What key questions should you ask before signing an event marketing contract?
Before signing an event marketing contract, you should ask the following key questions to ensure the candidate is a good fit for your project:
- What types of events do you organize?
- How many events do you market a year? How do you manage your event calendar?
- Can you share your portfolio with us?
- Do you have experience with our niche?
- What tasks do you outsource? How do you monitor external vendors?
- Can you walk me through your crisis management plan?
- How early should I start promoting my event?
- Who will be part of my team, and who will be the main contact person throughout the entire campaign, not just during the event?
- How will you coordinate with my event manager and internal team?
- What is your payment structure?
How does event marketing differ from traditional advertising or PR campaigns?
Event marketing differs from traditional advertising and PR by shifting the focus from one-way communication to two-way, immersive engagement. The core distinction is the emphasis on experiential connection over passive consumption i.e., turning the audience from passive recipients into active participants.
Unlike advertising, which uses paid media to broadcast a controlled message to a mass audience, event marketing creates a physical or digital space for direct, hands-on interaction with the brand. On the other hand, PR seeks to manage reputation through earned media and third-party validation, while event marketing offers a controlled environment to build emotional connections, gather first-party data, and directly influence the sales pipeline.
Which tools, platforms, and vendor networks do top event marketing agencies use?
Top event marketing agencies use an ecosystem of specialized platforms to manage the entire event lifecycle. Core tools include all-in-one event management software like Cvent and Bizzabo, which centralize registration, marketing, and on-site logistics, with strong focus on data integration with CRM and marketing automation platforms such as Salesforce and HubSpot.
They also use specialized vendor networks and marketplaces for sourcing venues and other services, and often employ engagement-focused platforms like Whova for mobile event apps and networking, alongside advanced analytics tools to provide clients with granular data on attendee behavior and ROI.
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
Our goal is to provide accurate and useful information to both businesses and agencies, which is why we partnered with Mike Melen, co-founder of digital marketing agency SmartSites. He answered common questions about launching successful events and what to look for in an agency partner.
As a young entrepreneur, Mike Melen sold his first company at 19 years old. He has since led SmartSites, which has garnered eight Inc. 5000 recognitions and more than 1,000 5-star reviews. Melen’s work in the marketing field has also received honorable mentions from Forbes, AdWeek, and Inc. Magazine.
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