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Make the Complex Simple
shark&minnow is a business & marketing consultancy that makes the complex simple. Core offerings include: research & insights, strategic planning, design & marketing communications...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Market Research
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST
BDO is a trusted adviser to clients seeking project management, audit, tax, and business consulting services. As one of the worlds leading audit and accounting organisations, we have clients of all types and sizes from large corporate organisations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Accounting
- BPO
- HR Outsourcing
- Market Research
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- Location
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Communicate Everywhere
Webdesigns.net is a full service internet program development company. We stay agile with our On-Demand, team based approach. This enables us to bring together the right resources for our clients needs. The system allows us to work with projects from small business web sites to full enterprise applications...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Vienna, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $220/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Work Less, Earn More
Wellmarkit serves as a dedicated marketing and web design team exclusively tailored for Health & Wellness business owners aspiring to establish a compelling online presence and become the foremost practice in their respective areas. Our focus lies in providing strategic solutions to elevate the visibility and...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Message out, results in.
We generate leads using our proven 1-Step and 2-Step lead generation methods, providing a consistent flow of new business every month. We customize each campaign to meet the unique needs and marketing budget of your business...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- CRO
- Direct Marketing
- CRM Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Create Your Brand. Launch Your Product.
We offer full branding, marketing campaigns & product launch services...
Top Services:
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Market Research
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Specialize in Growth Marketing & Strategy
A marketing consultancy company is called Luminary Digital. We are experts in website building, budget analysis, and marketing strategy & planning...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Small but Mighty
We help clients bring their brand to life throughout an organization, internally and externally...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
MOST is here to challenge the status quo, offer an expanded level of thinking, and achieve sustainab
Smokin' Hot is now MOST, a full-service consulting, marketing, and design firm serving the cannabis, hemp, and related industries...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Winning Brands Escape the Gravity of the Expected.
Agency Rogue is a creative communications agency that helps brands break the rules and set new trends. With a focus on media and brand strategy, the agency crafts bold campaigns that synchronize messaging, media, and marketing strategy across every modern touchpoint. Their approach empowers brands to forge...
Top Services:
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Results-based, digitally-focused.
BLD Marketing is a one-stop shop for success in the building materials industry. Our digital capabilities, strategic marketing services and specialized implementation resources provide our clients with an unbeatable foundation to grow their business faster than ever before! With BLD's guidance, you can...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Amplify Your Presence
Louder Design is an award-winning interactive agency that crafts unique and intuitive digital experiences. Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, we specialize in helping municipal, corporate and non-profit organizations stand apart through innovative technology-driven solutions...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Advertising
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- Location
- Richland Hills, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Research-Driven Strategy, Award-Winning Creative
Capacity Marketing is a full-service marketing firm combining in-depth research with award-winning creative to deliver impactful campaigns. With over 25 years of experience, they specialize in connecting brands with their target audiences through data-backed strategies and compelling messaging...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Middletown, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Elevating Brands, Amplifying Impact.
This full-service marketing and communications agency, based in the United States, in New Yorks Hudson Valley region, delivers strategic public relations, advertising, and branding solutions that drive measurable results. With a dynamic approach, they help businesses and organizations build powerful...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Event Marketing
- Web Development
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Goshen, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Purpose-Driven Creative Agency
Coderobotics is a purpose-driven digital marketing agency in Dallas-Fort Worth, helping small and local businesses boost visibility on Google and AI search platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Email Marketing
- Market Research
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
Generative Design And Creative Communications
New Fiction is a design-driven brand and product studio that merges timeless visual design with emerging technologies such as generative AI and procedural systems. The company positions itself at the intersection of identity, storytelling, and digital product creation, building scalable brands and experiences...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Market Research
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Intentional Experiences
We provide expert UX consulting with 18+ years proven success. Our multi-disciplinary team delivers product strategy, user research, UX design, training and experience testing. We have offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Canada, New York USA and Cambridge, London, UK...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Staff Augmentation
- Market Research
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Full Stack Tech Enabled
Bidec Solutions is a leading software company that specializes in providing innovative software solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our team of expert developers, designers, and project managers works together to deliver exceptional software products that meet the unique needs of each of our clients...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Building Brand Soul
Pivot Design is a women-led agency dedicated to creating work that breaks through and connects with audiences on an emotional level. With a focus on healthcare, the team brings a fresh, human-centered perspectivehelping brands move beyond the expected to build meaningful connections and trust...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ideas that Generate Change for Nonprofits
Williams Whittle has thrived for over 50 years in the greater Washington, D.C. area as a full-service independent advertising agency, working with nonprofit and forward thinking companies dedicated to making a positive impact...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Uncommon Thinking + Common Sense
JStokes is your go-to for innovative marketing strategies that provide creative, effective solutions designed to take your business the extra mile. From practical action plans to unexpected approaches, JStokes will get you where you want to be...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Growth Partners For B2B SaaS
GrowthSpree is an AI-native marketing agency focused on helping B2B SaaS companies scale their pipeline through proactive demand generation. By combining senior marketing operators with proprietary AI agents, the company delivers faster execution, better lead quality, and measurable revenue outcomes...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- CRO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- New Hyde Park, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The digital marketing and media agency for rising star brands.
Stella Rising is the agency for rising stars. We're the leading marketing and media agency for spirited, high-growth companies; we understand how to build foundationally strong and admired brands.we have extensive experience in beauty, food, health, and retail...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Westport, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Driving Growth, One Click at a Time.
At Gracely Marketing, we specialize in transforming local service businesses into market leaders. Based in Charleston SC, we offer expert SEO, PPC, Web Design, and Content Marketing services tailored to drive growth and attract high value clients. Our personalized approach ensures that every strategy we...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JPA Health is an independent, full-service agency. Our exclusive focus on health means that our life science and public health clients can count on a team with experience and perspective to deliver results. Our approach incorporates a proprietary tool that enables us to understand how conversations take place...
Top Services:
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Going Above and Beyond Is a Standard Practice With Us.
We provide web design and search engine optimization services to professionals and local businesses...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
leads integrated marketing and advertising plans that achieve our clients objectives.
LEAD Marketing Agency’s foundation is based on delivering measurable marketing results for our clients...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
REDFOX VISUAL is an award-winning digital marketing and advertising agency in Boise Idaho...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Synoptek, Your Global AWS Consultants
Synoptek is a leading global systems integrator, AWS consultant firm, and managed IT services provider with over two decades of experience. We partner with clients of all sizes, from mid-market to Fortune 100, offering comprehensive IT outsourcing, management, and consulting services. Our goal is to provide...
Top Services:
- Cybersecurity
- DevOps Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
"Beyond Numbers, Building Success.
We're a Detroit-based accounting and consulting firm helping growth-driven entrepreneurial companies compete in the global marketplace. Specializing in manufacturing & distribution companies, industrial automation businesses, architect & engineering firms and businesses expanding to and from the U.S. Check...
Top Services:
- Accounting
- Business Consulting
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Southfield, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Ideas That Work
RGC strives to make a positive impact on your target audience through creative design solutions. Our commitment is to help you build influence and drive impressive results—all in one package!...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Woodbridge, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Digital Solutions, Designed To Roar.
LION is a full-service digital agency that specializes in strategy, user experience design, and development. Our global team uses research and prototyping to gain a deep understanding of user needs, providing tailored solutions that exceed clients' goals...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Oakland, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Data-Driven Digital Marketing Agency
We specialize helping brands grow through data-driven SEO, paid ads, content, social media, Amazon PPC, and conversion-focused websites. We craft tailored strategies that turn digital presence into real revenue across the U.S...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- North Richland Hills, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Let's Save Lives Together
CureMD's physician billing services are easy and stress free Our team of experts will handle all the complex details, so you can focus on providing excellent patient care...
Top Services:
- Software Testing
- AI Development
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- Call Centers
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Fostering brand growth through strategic online marketing.
Boone Consulting is an innovative digital marketing firm that infuses your business growth journey with a perfect blend of cutting-edge creativity and custom strategy to expand your online visibility in a tangible way...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Become The Brand AI Recommends
AI Search Optimization for ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity & Google AI. Rise Peak Digital specializes in AISEO, AI Overviews, and content marketing that wins in the age of AI search. We're not just an SEO agency. We're a team of strategists obsessed with making sure your brand gets discovered, cited, and...
Top Services:
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Davie, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Return on Knowledge
Netscribes is a global data and insights firm that helps meet the sales, marketing, product development and innovation needs of some of the world’s largest organisations...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
Custom Website Design & Branding Agency - FLUID THINKING IS STRATEGY BEFORE DESIGN
We are a full-service creative agency that understands the digital world is continually evolving, and your brand cannot become idle...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Holladay, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Go Beyond Your Wildest Dreams.
We offer affordable website design and development services that take into account your budget, timeline, and specific industry...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- San Bernardino, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector.
Silva Brand is one of the country's only minority-owned brand strategy and marketing firms dedicated to the B2B sector...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Your go-to for effective branding strategies tailored to your business needs.
360 Branding Hub offers complete branding solutions to help businesses stand out in their industries. Our team crafts strategies that build strong brand identities, whether you're starting from scratch or revamping an existing brand. From logos and visual design to messaging and brand strategy, we ensure...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Business Consulting
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Gastonia, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Global Communications And Public Affairs Firm
Outreach Strategists is an award-winning strategic communications and marketing agency specializing in digital marketing, community outreach, and public affairs for education, workforce development, transportation, infrastructure, and healthcare clients across Texas and the United States...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We Transform Your Digital Presence Into Real Results
ONCE ONCE Agency is a bilingual digital marketing agency with offices in Miami and Bogotá. We specialize in connecting brands with English and Spanish-speaking audiences through SEO, paid media, social media management, content strategy, web design, and brand identity. Our dual-market expertise gives clients...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Doral, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Key To Your Marketing Campaign
Jared's Leads is a data-driven marketing and lead generation company that helps businesses identify, target, and acquire new customers. For more than 15 years, the company has provided sales leads, mailing lists, email lists, data solutions, and direct marketing services designed to increase revenue and...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Malibu, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AUTHENTICALLY HISPANIC.ENTHUSIASTICALLY ANALYTICAL.CONSISTENTLY SUCCESSFUL.An ad agency reaching the Hispanic market from within the Hispanic communityWHY CHOOSE UMGWE KNOW THE CULTUREFounded by two Hispanic brothers, UMG shares the values of the Hispanic market. We see this demographic as another bright...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
T2O media is a Digital Media Agency founded in 2004, that designs and manages marketing and communication strategies with a results orientated approach (Paid, Owned, Earned Media, relying always on Technology). Currently has permanent offices in Europe, LATAM and US, where is the partner of major brands...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Show more
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Working in over 35 countries around the world from our offices in London, Amsterdam, New York and Singapore, 1HQ specialises in innovation, branding, packaging and 3D structure...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Show more
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
T3 Marketing is more than just a marketing company. We're an agency partner built on technology, transparency, and best-in-market solutions...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Beautiful, Handcrafted Websites for Nice People.
We're a creative web studio specializing in building engaging online experiences for clients around the world through design, development, writing, and marketing. We truly care about client success, and build long-lasting relationships that guide any project from planning to launch to growth...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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Market Research Specializations in the US
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose The Best Market Research Agency in the US
How do I choose the best company in the USA for my business?
To choose the best market research company for your business, consider these steps:
- Clarify objective
Identify the business decision the research needs to support. Also, specify your target markets, required sample size, success metrics, timeline, and budget. - Search for experienced firms
Focus on firms with proven expertise in your industry, market, and research methodology by looking at their case studies, list of services, and platforms. - Check its background
Examine the firm’s client reviews, testimonies, awards, recognitions, and certifications to confirm its credibility and reliability. - Request for a proposal
Send a detailed project brief to your top candidates, so they can provide a proposal that matches your requirements and business goals. - Meet the team
Schedule an introductory interview with the market research firm to learn more about its approach, methodology, and team culture. - Make your selection
Select a firm that can execute your project, align with your values, and strategically interpret the market data into insightful recommendations.
Need help finding the right partner? Visit our Marketplace and submit your project requirements. We’ll match you with top firms for free!
What should I prepare before contacting US B2B market research companies for the first time?
Before reaching out to a market research agency, prepare a concise brief that outlines your business objective and how the research will inform decision-making.
Agencies design better studies when the decision context is defined upfront.
Key inputs to prepare include:
- Target audience and buyer roles
- Markets or geographies in scope
- Internal assumptions or hypotheses
- Budget range and timing constraints
- Planned use of findings (strategy, investment, product, marketing)
McKinsey notes that poorly scoped research projects are significantly more likely to exceed budgets or deliver unusable insights.
Preparation helps agencies recommend the right methodology rather than defaulting to standard templates.
What questions should I ask before hiring a firm?
Ask these questions before hiring one of these companies for your project:
Relevant Background
- Can you share case studies similar to our project’s scope and complexity?
- What experience do you have in our industry and target markets?
- What research methodologies, techniques, and platforms do you specialize in?
Services and Processes
- What is your market research process—from strategy and design to data collection and analysis?
- How do you ensure data quality and accuracy?
- What is your approach to data cleaning, organization, and analysis?
- Can you conduct global or multinational research? If so, what’s your approach?
Related to Your Project
- What data type, research methodology, and sample size do you recommend for my project, and why?
- What kind of reporting and deliverables should we expect?
- Who owns the data and research outputs, and will we receive the raw data?
- How do you ensure the process is secure and compliant with relevant industry and regional regulations?
How long does a typical B2B market research project take?
A B2B market research project can take anywhere between 4 weeks and over 6 months, depending on project scope and objectives, methodology, techniques, target audience, and sample size.
Here’s an estimated B2B market research project timeline:
| Phase | Timeline | Task |
| Planning and design | 1-2 weeks |
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| Preparation and recruitment | 2-4 weeks |
Note: This can overlap with planning and design. |
| Fieldwork | 2-5 weeks |
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| Data analysis and reporting | 2 weeks |
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How do I know whether a market research firm delivers real value?
You can tell a market research firm delivers real value if it provides accurate, consistent, and clear findings that effectively support business decision-making.
In fact, the state of Market Research found that 86% of businesses experience a return on investment of more than 4x from market research initiatives.
Moreover, organizations that conduct market research are:
- 15%-16% more likely to enter a new or adjacent market
- 13% more likely to increase customer retention
- 10% more likely to boost sales
- 4% more likely to launch a new product or service
Here are some of the most common key performance indicators for market research projects:
- Brand-focused KPIs
- Brand recall
- Brand perception
- Net promoter score (NPS)
- Customer-focused KPIs
- Customer retention rate
- Customer satisfaction score (CSAT)
- Cost per acquisition
- Product-focused KPIs
- Willingness to pay
- Post-purchase satisfaction
- Market-focused KPIs
- Market demand
- Total addressable market
Why People Trust DesignRush
Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Trustpilot, DesignRush Agency Directory is a reliable resource for finding market research companies in the United States. We owe this to our executive selection team, which follows a strict screening process when featuring agencies on the platform, assessing key performance indicators, like portfolio, client reviews, and industry reputation.
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Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Market Research Companies
What market research services do B2B agencies usually offer?
They companies typically provide a broad mix of qualitative, quantitative, and strategic research services to aid businesses in making more data-driven decisions.
According to Hanover Research's study, these are the market research projects that businesses are prioritizing:
- Market evaluation (45%): Examining a product or brand’s viability in a market segment by analyzing its size, trends, customer behavior, and competitors.
- Customer needs assessment (45%): Conducting interviews, surveys, and data analysis to understand how a product or service addresses the customer’s needs.
- Customer satisfaction (43%): Measuring how customers feel about a product or service through feedback forms, surveys, and sentiment analysis.
- Market trend forecast (42%): Studying historical data (e.g., sales, consumer behavior, economic trends) to predict shifts in customer demand and market direction.
- Price sensitivity (37%): Also known as price elasticity demand, it how much target customers are willing to pay for a product or service.
- Win-loss analytics (31%): Identifying factors that influence buying decisions through sales data analysis, competitor evaluation, and customer interviews.
What is the difference between a market research company and a marketing research agency?
They study the customers in a specific market, including their needs and behavior. In contrast, marketing research agencies analyze marketing data, such as how to promote and price a product to attract buyers.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of their differences:
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How much does it cost to hire one of these companies in the US?
The cost of hiring one of the best market research companies in the US can start at $800-$1,500 per respondent. However, prices can reach beyond $4,000-$10,000 per interview session per respondent if the project needs more in-depth, in-person interviews.
The final bill will depend on service scope, coverage, methodology, fieldwork timelines, and target markets.
Here’s an approximate price of the different types of market research:
- Online survey: $10,000-$30,000+ for 400 completed answers in a single market
- Phone surveys: $15,000-$30,000+ for 400 completed answers in a single market
- Mail survey: $10,000-$25,000+ for 400 completed answers in a single market
- Simple in-person surveys: $20,000-$50,000+ for 400 completed answers
- In-depth interviews: $10,000-$20,000 for 10 respondents
- Focus groups: $7,000-$200,000+ per group
- International or multi-market studies: $150,000-$500,000+
Are there any additional costs to consider when working with these companies?
While they typically charge per respondent, session, or group; businesses must also account for the following when budgeting for a project:
- Respondent incentives, especially for senior decision-makers
- Panel access or proprietary databases
- Interview length, with longer interview sessions or survey questions requiring more recruitment time or higher incentives
- Incidence rate (IR) or the number of people qualified for market research; low IR results in higher costs
- International or multi-language sampling, which can range between $150,000 and over $500,000
- Advanced analytics or modeling
- Extended reporting or executive presentations
These additional costs typically add 20%–35% to the total project budget.
What types of B2B companies usually work with market research companies in the USA?
They tend to work with companies that rely on data-driven decisions for growth, positioning, and investment planning.
Based on The State of Market Research, these are the top industries that the market research professionals work in:
- Manufacturing and industrial firms (24%), assessing demand, suppliers, and expansion markets
- SaaS and enterprise software companies (19%), validating product-market fit and pricing
- Professional services and consulting firms (10%), refining positioning and service differentiation
- Wholesale, trade, and logistics (9%), analyzing operational and geographic demand
- Non-profit organizations (6%), understanding donor and beneficiary motivations to boost fundraising efforts
- B2B eCommerce and marketplaces (4%), optimizing conversion and customer segmentation
- Fintech and financial services (4%), evaluating risk, adoption, and customer trust
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