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Top-Rated PPC & Digital Marketing Agency Focused on Driving Results
Disruptive Advertising is a PPC firm that audits ad accounts to eliminate wasted spend before managing campaigns across Google, paid social, and Amazon. A Google Premier Partner and Inc. 5000 company, they offer a 90-day money-back guarantee on managed accounts...
Top Services:
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Email Marketing
eCommerce
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
7 Projects Listed
Disruptive Advertising Services
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Email Marketing
eCommerce
Advertising
SEO
Business Consulting
Creative Services
Digital Strategy
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Adobe
Scotts MiracleGro
Litter-Robot
Guitar Center
Fandango
PennyMac
Diesel Power Gear
Death Wish Coffee
TruDog
Conoco Phillips
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Disruptive Advertising Reviews & Testimonials
Anonymous Marketing Manager, Sound Approach at Sound Approach
4.8★
eCommerce Review from Anonymous
Right after launching our campaigns with Disruptive, we saw results almost instantly. Our monthly revenue jumped from about $50,000 to over $70,000. Every key Google Ads metric improved, and by November, we were already nearing $550,000 in revenue, well on track to hit our $700,000 annual goal.
Anonymous GuideCX, Head of Marketing at Guide CX
4.8★
PPC Review from Anonymous
We’ve been working with Disruptive on a long-term PPC strategy, and they’re constantly optimizing campaigns and landing pages based on performance. They use Google Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, Unbounce for landing page testing, and run ads through Google and LinkedIn, with knowledgeable experts for each channel.
Jackie Arends Marketing Manager at USA Clean
4.8★
Digital Marketing Review from Jackie Arends
Disruptive Advertising is in charge of our online advertising, which includes PPC, social media marketing on Facebook, email marketing, and, more recently, Amazon marketing. They create content for the campaigns and manage them, create email templates, and automate [...] email marketing campaigns. Regarding our PPC efforts, we focus on Google Ads and Facebook Ads, and we recently started our Bing advertising efforts as well. Our ROAS is currently at about 4X5X. (Verified via email)
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120/80 is a PPC agency running Google Search, Display, YouTube, Microsoft, LinkedIn, and Quora campaigns for B2B lead generation and e-commerce brands. It combines PPC management with CRO, dynamic keyword insertion, and product feed optimization across 100+ channels...
Top Services:
PPC
CRO
Digital Marketing
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
120/80 Services
PPC
CRO
Digital Marketing
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SellerChamp
Amply
SR Advisors
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120/80 Reviews & Testimonials
Bonner Morren, DDS Founder/Dentist at Austin Dental Company
5.0★
PPC Review from Bonner Morren, DDS
The team demonstrated exceptional knowledge of healthcare PPC strategies and ensured compliance with advertising regulations.
Keith White Dentist, Entrepreneur, Founder, CEO at HelpBook
5.0★
Google Ads Review from Keith White
They possess a thorough understanding of our business objectives. And we are truly impressed by their promptness in addressing our needs.
Richard Maxwell Urgent Care Epic Credential Trainer at Health Data Movers
5.0★
PPC Review from Richard Maxwell
This company demonstrated an impressive level of expertise and commitment to our project, our PPC ads have been running way more efficiently.
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"MAKE AN IMPRESSION"
Our core value at Digital Ink is transforming data-driven insights into high-impact campaigns. Impressive outcomes define our legacy in digital storytelling, audience engagement, and conversion strategy, making us a PPC company trusted by C-suite leaders to drive measurable growth...
Top Services:
Branding
Web Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Logo Design
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$140/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
19 Projects Listed
Digital Ink Services
Branding
Web Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Logo Design
Digital Marketing
Advertising
PPC
Email Marketing
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FIJI Water
SAMSUNG
HITACHI
ExxonMobil
Dippin Dots
SAP
Google
NetJets
Tasteful Selections
BOSS Magazine
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Digital Ink Reviews & Testimonials
Anonymous Entrepreneur & Founder at Dance Fitness Studio
5.0★
Web Design Review from Anonymous
Digital Ink redesigned a dance fitness studio’s website and also produced a marketing video to support its launch. Alongside this, they conducted market and competitor research and created custom email templates. The client, pleased with the outcome, noted that even though the site is newly launched, the quality of work has been excellent. The team communicated clearly, honoured deadlines, and fostered a collaborative environment that made the client feel fully involved in the project.
Anonymous Consultant at Personal Injury Attorney's Advertising Company
5.0★
Branding Review from Anonymous
An advertising company partnered with Digital Ink for branding, business consulting, and UI/UX design. The team developed user personas, carried out in-depth research, and built the website’s interface and experience. The client noted that Digital Ink’s customised approach and structured process made a real difference. Projects were delivered on schedule, communication was clear, and the team showed patience and understanding during review stages. Their thoroughness and ability to grasp the project’s complexities truly stood out.
Anonymous Director of Product Marketing at SaaS mortgage company
5.0★
Branding Review from Anonymous
A SaaS mortgage company brought in Digital Ink to shape their brand strategy, which included designing a new logo, building a visual identity, and defining their overall vision. The client shared that the results surpassed expectations, highlighting the team’s creativity, talent, and supportive approach. Digital Ink provided clear guidance throughout the project, stayed on schedule, and remained responsive to feedback and ideas through consistent communication via email and virtual meetings.
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TEC Direct Media is a media agency in Chicago. We plan and buy media for artists, brands and agencies so they can generate awareness, acquire new customers and drive sales...
Top Services:
Media Buying
Advertising
Digital Marketing
Video Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$180/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
12 Projects Listed
TEC Direct Media Services
Media Buying
Advertising
Digital Marketing
Video Marketing
Social Media Marketing
PPC
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Concord Music Group
Universal Music Group
Sony Music Entertainment
PR and Event Marketing Agencies
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TEC Direct Media Reviews & Testimonials
Kirbie Croshal Review from Google
5.0★
Kirbie Croshal's Review Sourced from Google
TEC is instrumental to many of the projects at Croshal Entertainment Group and the achievements of our clients! We love working with them, they are professional and personable. We are so grateful to have a continuing relationship with Chuck and his staff members. We HIGHLY recommend their expertise to anyone who is looking for an advertising company that is also hands on through the entire process.
Christa Chavez Review from Google
5.0★
Christa Chavez's Review Sourced from Google
Chuck and the rest of the TEC team are a delight to work with! They are responsive, strategic and very communicative. The team is solution oriented and is easily able to adapt to changing situations. Highly recommend!
Deb DeFreeuw Review from Google
5.0★
Deb DeFreeuw's Review Sourced from Google
TEC Direct Media has helped us on several projects, and has been instrumental in helping our agency "learn the ropes" about programmatic and all things digital. We're always learning new things about digital for our clients, and TEC Direct has always been there when we have a question. They have helped us on two projects in 2016, and each of those were successful and those clients will continue with us in 2017. We consider TEC Direct a strategic partner. D. DeFreeuw, President, Force 5
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thunder::tech is the leading, full-service marketing agency for midsize brands, known for delivering remarkable growth by blending creativity and technology...
Top Services:
Web Design
Web Development
SEO
PPC
Advertising
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
thunder::tech Services
Web Design
Web Development
SEO
PPC
Advertising
Branding
Social Media Marketing
Creative Services
UI/UX Design
Video Production
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Big Fig Mattress
John Carroll University
Kichler Lighting
Oatey
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thunder::tech Reviews & Testimonials
Aaron Newby Review from Google
5.0★
Aaron Newby's Review Sourced from Google
t::t has been a solid partner for us as we work to transform our digital presence. They have provided valuable strategic insights and their communication has been consistently prompt. I'd like to particularly call out James, Joe, and Xavier for their excellent work during our engagements. Thanks t::t team for being an excellent partner!
James Fashing Review from Google
5.0★
James Fashing's Review Sourced from Google
We've worked with Thunder::tech to replace our cooperative's website. They have delivered as promised and more than expected in a professional and timely manner. Their team members are creative, technical and professional experts. We're looking forward to working on a second phase of the project with them starting soon. T::T is big enough a agency that they have multiple experts on the team with overlapping knowledge to get the job done, but not such a huge company where one might get lost as a client. As a web and digital media pro with 20+ years of experience, I recommend Thunder::tech. - JF
Swetha Siripurapu Review from Google
1.0★
Swetha Siripurapu's Review Sourced from Google
The most horrible people! They are very reckless, don’t show up to appointments. Not once, not twice but thrice. You call to ask they dodge your calls.Don’t expect call backs. I went to Derek and texted him several times about this and asked to call. Nothing! Figured a month would be long enough. Don’t waste your time on these people
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We Help Businesses Improve Their Sales and ROI via Customized SEO, Web Design, and PPC Strategies
Sixth City Marketing taps into the vast potential of your website to improve your online presence. Through our unique hands-on approach, we listen, understand, and then act, ensuring you get optimal results and ROI. See what our data-driven marketing services can do for your business today...
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SEO
PPC
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Sixth City Marketing Services
SEO
PPC
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
Content Marketing
CRO
Digital Marketing
eCommerce
eCommerce Development
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Kent State University
TYKMA Electrox
Shini USA
Valco Valley Tool & Die
Dillon Manufacturing
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Sixth City Marketing Reviews & Testimonials
Claire Konys Review from Google
5.0★
Claire Konys's Review Sourced from Google
Sixth City Marketing is great! My dad is a small business owner who has benefitted immensely from Sixth City's expertise in digital marketing, which has helped him to obtain thousands of leads from all over the world. I have also had the opportunity to work at Sixth City and absolutely loved it! Their team is full of hardworking individuals mutually interested in keeping up with the latest trends in digital marketing and putting their knowledge to use by helping their clients grow. Sixth City provides a great culture and environment to work in with positive, fun, smart people to work with each day!
Claire Anter Review from Google
5.0★
Claire Anter's Review Sourced from Google
We were faced with a lot of web based issues and Sixth City Marketing helped us streamline eight websites. Their dedicated staff listened to our every need and understood the importance of an easy, user-friendly layout. Sixth City offered prompt and efficient communication and delivered above our expectations. We value our continued relationship with their team. - Claire A. Director of Marketing at the I-X Center
Sarah Wentz Review from Google
5.0★
Sarah Wentz's Review Sourced from Google
We have been working with the Sixth City team for about 6 years now and they have really helped us build our online presence. We work monthly hand in hand to come up with new campaigns and strategies. They are always thinking of new ways to generate leads and they are there for anything we need. They are also in the process of building our new website and I am so excited about the launch. It looks great! I love working with Sixth City and look forward to it for many more years to come!
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Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
SmartSites is a pay-per-click agency running Google, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and LinkedIn ad campaigns for local, national, and e-commerce businesses. A Google Premier Partner with 600+ five-star client reviews and over $100M in client revenue generated. Rated the number one digital agency by US News...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
SmartSites Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
Advertising
eCommerce
Digital Services
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A&A Thermal Spray
AGA Truck Parts
Agape Health and Wellness
Agile Data Sites
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SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials
Paloma Anguiano Content Manager at JP Pierre, LLC.
5.0★
Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano
Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.
Brianna Porter Chief Operating Officer at The Ryan Law Group
5.0★
Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter
SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.
Jim Curry Owner at Royale Coffee Co.
5.0★
PPC Review from Jim Curry
At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.
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5-Time SEO Agency of the Year. [Named 2024 SEO Agency of the Year by Search Engine Land]
HigherVisibility is a PPC firm managing paid search, shopping, display, remarketing, and local service ads through its proprietary InSite reporting dashboard. A four-time US Search Award winner, it runs campaigns across Google Ads and Bing with dedicated Brand Success Managers and quarterly strategy reviews...
Top Services:
SEO
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
PPC
Advertising
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Location
Chicago, Illinois
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
HigherVisibility Services
SEO
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
PPC
Advertising
Email Marketing
eCommerce
CRO
Web Development
Web Design
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Caliber Collision
BBQGuys
Warner Bros
Ebay
Orangetheory Fitness
Hotworx
Ziebart
Allied Van Lines
Newegg
Fitness 19
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HigherVisibility Reviews & Testimonials
Michael Brumleve CEO at Brumleve Industries
5.0★
SEO Review from Michael Brumleve
We have used HigherVisibility now going on 3 years. Our SEO rankings and eCommerce sales have been fantastic over that time span. More than I could [have] anticipated. This team knows what they are doing in the complex SEO and PPC world and are a huge asset to us. 3 years ago, we had basically 0 online presence. Now, we are consistently ranking #1 on Google for our best-selling products. (Verified via email)
Jason Lewin CMO at American Paper Optics
5.0★
SEO Review from Jason Lewin
Have been working with [HigherVisibility] for years, and the quality of their work just keeps getting better. Always there when you need them. Would definitely recommend! (Verified via email)
Ed Stephens III Pastor at Golden Gate Cathedral
5.0★
Digital Marketing Review from Ed Stephens III
HigherVisibility provided solutions to our problems. They are reliable and effective. We love working with Gracie. You can’t beat stellar customer service.
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