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Callanta Media specializes in strategic planning, fractional marketing executive services, and paid media management to propel businesses forward. Combining creativity with data-driven insights, the agency delivers impactful results in the ever-evolving digital world. Callanta Media offers expertise and...
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- Media Buying
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ellite Assistant is a professional remote staffing and virtual assistant services company that provides dedicated remote support to businesses. The company helps business owners and teams delegate administrative, customer service, sales, marketing, technical, research, and operational tasks to virtual...
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- Business Consulting
- Digital Services
- HR Outsourcing
- Customer Support
- Managed Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Actual SEO Media, Inc. focuses on providing the best results for your business. With our SEO services, we maximize your website’s potential and minimize your costs. With our keyword research, article writing, and web design, we’ll bring your business into the future...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
This web design agency, California-born and bred, is carving a niche for itself as a front-runner in the realm of website design and SEO services...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Palmdale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Denali Marketing is a full-service marketing agency founded in 2018 with a mission to help businesses grow and succeed through strategic and effective marketing solutions. With a team of experienced professionals, Denali Marketing provides customized services to businesses of all sizes and industries, from...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Manchester, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ones & Zero is a leading digital agency specializing in custom Sitecore development and enterprise-grade digital solutions. They offer a comprehensive suite of services including mobile and web app development, UI/UX design, cross-platform solutions, and digital marketing strategies...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
A professional Digital Marketing Agency with a dedicated focus on Pay-Per-Click (PPC) campaigns and website optimization. We excel at catalyzing Digital Success by crafting Compelling Content, Striking Visuals, and Interactive Interfaces, resulting in an unmatched level of Engagement and Growth...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
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- Location
- Elmhurst, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ApsteQ is an app development and app marketing company. Since 2015 we have built and grown apps for 300+ clients and driven 52M+ installs. One team builds the iOS and Android app with in-house engineers, then runs the launch: App Store Optimization, Apple Search Ads, Google App Campaigns, Meta and retention...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Cyber Hospitality LLC is your go-to IT partner for comprehensive solutions in IT services, software development, digital marketing, hotel management, business process outsourcing, and accounting. We provide cutting-edge technology solutions to boost your business's online presence and operational efficiency...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- BPO
- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Search Prestige is a highly specialized SEO and PPC agency. We leverage emerging technologies to drive more impact in compressed timeframes...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SEO, AEO, GEO, and PPC that make you the answer buyers get.Veuno is the visibility marketing agency. We help funded B2B and B2C brands get found in search, cited by AI engines, and chosen through paid media tied to revenue...
Top Services:
- PPC
- SEO
- AEO
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Search Nurture is a full-stack digital marketing agency that specializes in driving growth for B2B SaaS companies and eCommerce expansion for brands that manufacture goods...
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- SEO
- eCommerce
- Affiliate Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We specialize in growth, branding, e-commerce, and demand generation...
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- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
One80 Consultation helps businesses across Ohio and Pittsburgh & USA generate more leads through high-converting website development, SEO, and local growth strategies. We focus on building websites that dont just look good they drive real calls, traffic, and revenue...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Lyndhurst, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At HILO, we specialize in guiding businesses to embrace and navigate the future economy, fostering innovation for positive impacts on individuals, organizations, and the environment. Our mission is centered on enabling you to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape through strategic adaptation and...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- CRO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are based out in Anaheim, California. We know the local businesses marketing issues. Needs of the Small Businesses and their Budget. We grow with them...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Anaheim, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Long Drive Marketing is a full-service digital marketing agency and division of Long Drive Group. We build marketing engines for businesses, nonprofits, and motorsports organizations across the U.S. from four offices in Nashville, Franklin, Washington DC, and Cheyenne. Our team delivers strategy consulting...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Franklin, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $72/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We prioritize delivering results over billing hours, ensuring you receive top-notch work in record time. From swift price quotes to rapid work delivery, we work on minimizing your wait time and maximizing productivity. Our 24/7 availability ensures instant support whenever you need us. Clients choose us for...
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- CRO
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital Cyber Nation (DCN) is your one-stop solution for all things digital, offering services from logo design to advanced software development. We blend creativity, technology, and innovation to deliver customized solutions for businesses worldwide...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Aurora, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We develop customized strategies with precision and expertise to uncover the ranking factor you need to grow your business. Our approach ensures your brand shines in various digital platforms, capturing the attention of your target audience. We are dedicated to one goal: revolutionizing business growth...
Top Services:
- Branding
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Casper, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creatives Goal is a digital marketing and web agency dedicated to helping businesses transform and grow through customized, results-driven solutions. With over six years of experience, the agency supports companies of all sizes by delivering tailored strategies that align with their unique goals and...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Kiosk is a full-service marketing agency that connects the dots between insights and impact, creativity and conversion, people and purpose. Headquartered in Novato, California, we drive meaningful results by putting people at the heart of everything we do...
Top Services:
- CRO
- Advertising
- Branding
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Novato, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At SwifSol, were more than just an e-commerce agency were your growth-obsessed partner in the digital arena. Since 2015, weve helped 130+ brands scale across Amazon, Walmart, Shopify, and social platforms with grit, strategy, and round-the-clock support...
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- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Amarillo, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Zia Media Group is the marketing department for any small, and up to enterprise level businesses...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Farmington, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Since 2015, DSG has helped businesses grow by incorporating a unique blend of creative thinking, high-quality design, and meticulous attention to detail. With a multitude of design styles and diverse industry experience, our team focuses on branding, visual communication, web development, & more...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Straxum Technologies, we excel in offering website development and web design solutions. Our top-of-the-line developers are ready to tackle any project. Entrust us with your tasks and explore future opportunities...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Trumbull, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Esencia Agency helps aesthetic clinics, med spas, and cosmetic practices across Colombia grow through strategic digital marketing. We manage Instagram, Facebook, Google Business Profile, Meta Ads, and WhatsApp conversion flows to generate qualified patient consultations. Our bilingual team works 100% remotely...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Sherman Digital Co. helps businesses fix email deliverability problems, build reliable sending infrastructure, and improve inbox placement. I work directly with clients on SPF, DKIM, DMARC, DNS, sender reputation, cold email infrastructure, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and outbound systems. The goal is...
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- Email Marketing
- CRM Consulting
- IT Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Winter Springs, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We supercharge revenue for B2B tech brands and the agencies that serve them in industries as diverse as SaaS, DevOps, HealthTech, GenAI, and FinTech...
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- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sharply Labs is a performance marketing agency focused on profitable growth. We connect paid acquisition, creative, CRO, retention, analytics, and attribution into one system. Our team works across Meta, Google, TikTok, YouTube, Apple Search Ads, Reddit, and more, optimizing around CAC, LTV, MER, blended...
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- AEO
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Wyoming, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create data-driven marketing strategies tailored to your business to boost visibility, engagement, and conversions...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Get Review Buzz is a digital marketing agency helping businesses improve their online visibility and brand presence. Our services include SEO, Local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, social media marketing, reputation management, and website solutions. We focus on practical, tailored strategies that...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
American Digital Agency is a professional web design and development company helping businesses build a strong online presence. We create modern, responsive, and conversion-focused websites tailored to each clients brand and goals...
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- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ashburn, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VHJ Marketing to help mission-driven leaders implement clear, strategic systems that drive real growth. With our founder, Vernon Hill Jr., with over 10 years of experience, we help you expand your reach, strengthen your message, and build a digital presence that consistently attracts and converts...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Owings Mills, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
OzoPro helps businesses of all sizes grow through SEO, PPC, Google Ads, Meta Ads, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Content Writing, Web Design & Development, App Development, Shopify Development, Online Reputation Management, and AI-powered digital marketing solutions...
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- Reputation Management
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Xynario, a certified HubSpot partner, specializes in solving your lead generation and sales challenges. We provide high-quality leads, optimize sales funnels, and offer expert staffing solutions to help you achieve predictable revenue growth. Let us drive your success!...
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- CRM Consulting
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- HR Outsourcing
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- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
Founded in 2014, IMP Marketing is an eCommerce marketing agency serving brands across the US and Canada. Our revenue share model helps founders scale with greater confidence while keeping their teams lean. By sharing both risk and reward, our success is directly tied to the growth of our clients...
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- eCommerce
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Somos AMD agencia de marketing digital en Bogotá Colombia, Llevamos más de 20 años ayudando a empresas de Colombia, Latinoamérica y Estados Unidos a crecer en canales digitales, con más de 733 clientes atendidos y casos de éxito en 13 países...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Software Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $104/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our competent expertise is proficient in not just scaling your business, but in giving a face to it. Leaving a digital footprint on your visitors' minds...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We deliver results-driven solutions as a leading AI Optimization Agency in the USA. Our expertise covers every aspect of digital marketing, ensuring your business stays ahead in a competitive market...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Snow Marketing Collective is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping service-based businesses generate more leads through SEO, paid ads, and high-converting websites. We focus on practical growth strategies that drive real revenue, not vanity metrics. From local SEO to Google and Meta ads, we build...
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- Web Design
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
KTC is a hands-on marketing and branding consultancy built to help businesses stand out, engage their audiences, and drive measurable results...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New Milford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rays TechServ is a global software development, IT staffing, RPO, and digital marketing agency helping businesses build scalable products, hire skilled tech talent, and strengthen their digital presence. We deliver custom software development, web and mobile app development, AI solutions, cloud services...
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- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
White Label Partner is a white-label digital services company that helps agencies expand their capabilities without increasing operational overhead. It provides web and mobile development, SEO, paid advertising, AI solutions, GoHighLevel services, content writing, social media management, and other digital...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- AEO
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Smart Brand Ideas is a women-owned creative agency that helps entrepreneurs and small businesses turn bold ideas into brands that grow. We blend strategy, storytelling, and design to create authentic identities, websites, and marketing that connect and convert...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mukilteo, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GYSP.tech is a trusted global IT Consulting and Service Provider helping businesses strategize, build, secure, and scale Cloud, Data, AI/ML, SaaS and Ecommerce ecosystems to maximize operational ROI and competitive advantage...
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- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web and Design 360 is a full-service digital agency specializing in innovative web design, development, and branding solutions. We combine creativity with cutting-edge technology to craft visually stunning, user-friendly websites that drive engagement and growth. Whether you need a sleek portfolio, a powerful...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
Best Selling Publisher helps authors prepare books for release through editing, cover design, formatting, publishing setup, distribution guidance, and optional launch support. Every project begins with an agreed scope and author review checkpoints...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
CI Design Inc. specializes in visual identity design, helping brands develop cohesive and memorable visual systems. Their team creates logos, color palettes, typography, and supporting assets that capture a brands essence and resonate across all touchpoints...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Sharcon helps businesses streamline operations and scale efficiently through AI-powered automation and custom software solutions. We design intelligent workflows, AI chatbots, CRM integrations, and modern web platforms that reduce manual work and improve customer experiences. Our solutions are tailored for...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Hollywood, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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7 FAQs About Google Ads Agencies in the USA
How much do Google Ads services in the US cost?
When hiring Google Ads services in the US, most businesses pay between $1,500 and $5,000 per month in agency management fees, separate from the ad budget paid directly to Google, while percentage-based pricing commonly ranges between 10% and 20% of ad spend.
Cost is usually driven by:
- Number of campaigns
- Geographic targeting complexity
- Conversion tracking requirements
- Landing page involvement
- Volume of creative testing
How do I know if I'm hiring the right Google Ads agency in the USA for my budget?
The right agency for your budget is the one that can explain exactly how it will allocate resources before it talks about results.
To evaluate the fit, ask your prospects:
- Who will manage your account daily?
- How many accounts do they personally handle?
- What optimization happens weekly vs monthly?
- How is performance tied to revenue, not clicks?
- What will they not do with your budget?
As a rule of thumb, when comparing Google Ads agencies in the US, clarity of process is often a stronger predictor of success than portfolio size.
What is a realistic timeline to see results from my Google Ads engagement?
Most Google Ads campaigns begin producing reliable optimization signals within 30 to 90 days, depending on conversion volume and tracking quality.
Google explicitly notes that Smart Bidding strategies require a learning period before performance stabilizes as the system adapts to conversion signals and auction dynamics.
What this means in practice:
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What do Google Ads agencies in the US charge that most buyers don't expect?
Most buyers don't expect to pay extra for conversion tracking, CRM integrations, landing page optimization, and creative production, as these are often excluded from a US Google Ads agency's base management fee.
Hidden or additional costs often include:
- Conversion tracking setup (GA4, GTM)
- Enhanced conversion implementation
- CRM integration for lead quality tracking
- Landing page design or CRO work
- Creative production for ads
- Call tracking software subscriptions
What's the difference between a good agency and an average one in this space?
Good Google Ads agencies in the United States optimize for revenue and qualified pipeline, while average agencies optimize for vanity metrics like clicks and impressions.
This difference is structural and shows up immediately in reporting and decision-making.
The distinction looks like this:
| Good Agency Focus | Average Agency Focus |
| Revenue and pipeline | Click-through rate |
| Lead quality | Traffic volume |
| Conversion value | CPC reduction |
| Attribution clarity | Platform metrics |
| Business impact | Campaign activity |
Most underperforming Google Ads agencies in the US are not failing at execution, per se. Their common denominator is that they are optimizing the wrong layer of the funnel.
What does a bad engagement look like with a Google Ads agency in the USA, and how do I avoid it?
A bad Google Ads engagement is usually defined by a lack of clarity, rather than an immediate performance decline.
Warning signs include:
- Reporting becomes less actionable over time
- Meetings focus on explaining instead of improving
- No clear documentation of what changed in the account
- Metrics shift toward vanity indicators (clicks, impressions)
- Optimization cadence becomes inconsistent
- Strategic recommendations stop evolving
To avoid poor engagements with Google Ads agencies in the US, require a recurring structure that answers:
- What changed this month?
- Why did it change?
- What will be tested next?
How much involvement will I need to have once the agency is hired?
You’ll have low day-to-day involvement, but you must stay involved in strategy, priorities, and performance decisions.
After onboarding, your role with Google Ads agencies in the US typically falls into three areas:
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The bottom line is that execution will be handled by the agency, but outcomes will ultimately depend on your input on business context and lead quality feedback.
