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ROI-Driven Digital Marketing Agency
Ignite Visibility is among the PR firms folding Digital PR into a broader earned, owned, and paid media strategy, alongside SEO, influencer marketing, and social. Headquartered in San Diego, the agency has run campaigns for Dun & Bradstreet, Experian, and Jazzercise for over 13 years...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
SEO
Social Media Marketing
PPC
Email Marketing
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Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
12 Projects Listed
Ignite Visibility Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
Social Media Marketing
PPC
Email Marketing
CRO
Web Development
Web Design
Public Relations
Advertising
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Tony Robbins
Wedding Wire
DoorDash
5 Hour Energy
COX
The General
Fix Auto
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Ignite Visibility Reviews & Testimonials
Maria Harutyunyan Co-Founder & Head of SEO at Loopex Digital
5.0★
Digital Marketing Review from Maria Harutyunyan
I've worked with Ignite Visibility for 2 years. They do absolutely fantastic work. The team is very experienced and professional and I enjoy our meetings each week. Thank you for providing so much value!
Benjamin Watson Director, Digital Strategy at OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network
5.0★
Digital Marketing Review from Benjamin Watson
Working with Ignite Visibility has been an invaluable experience. They seamlessly integrate with my team, providing expert insights, genuine care, and professionalism. Their exceptional recruitment talent makes collaboration effortless and enjoyable.
Steven Thornbury Owner at Undisclosed
5.0★
Digital Marketing Review from Steven Thornbury
What started off as a less than ideal situation ended up rather pleasant. I look forward to starting to work with ignite in the near future.
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We Drive Organic Growth With SEO, GEO, Content Marketing & PR
Siege Media is an organic growth agency that brands hire when ROI isn't optional. For 13+ years, Siege has driven nearly $150M in yearly client traffic value through SEO, GEO, content strategy, design, and digital PR for brands like Asana, Intuit, and Zapier...
Top Services:
Content Marketing
SEO
Public Relations
Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
Siege Media Services
Content Marketing
SEO
Public Relations
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Shutterfly
Nextiva
Casper
Zola
TripAdvisor
Norton
AirBnB
Audible
Zillow
Postmates
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Siege Media Reviews & Testimonials
Mckenzie Ycmat Senior Marketing Manager at Appfire
5.0★
Content Marketing Review from Mckenzie Ycmat
I've worked with Siege since 2016, and there's a reason I've brought them with me to nearly every company I've joined since. I've partnered with a lot of agencies over the years, but Siege consistently stands out because they don't just execute SEO tactics, they become an extension of your team. They take the time to understand your business, collaborate across marketing, and build content strategies that actually drive measurable results. One of the things I appreciate most is how proactive they are. They bring ideas to the table, back recommendations with data, and genuinely care about long-term growth rather than chasing quick wins. The impact they've had on my career has been significant. At multiple companies, their work has helped us grow organic traffic, strengthen our content strategy, and prove the value of marketing initiatives. They're one of the few partners I've trusted enough to advocate for repeatedly, including making sure I could continue working with them after changing jobs. The fact that I've spent nearly a decade recommending Siege internally says everything. They're one of those rare agencies that consistently exceed expectations, and I'd recommend them without hesitation to any marketing team looking for a true strategic partner.
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Top Rated PR Agency Specializing in Integrated Strategic Communications
(W)right On Communications is an award-winning PR and strategic communications agency trusted since 1998. We help brands in tech, clean energy, healthcare, tourism and more earn visibility in media and on AI platforms through savvy, imaginative, trusted storytelling across media platforms...
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Public Relations
Social Media Marketing
Graphic Design
Digital Marketing
Branding
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Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
(W)right On Communications Services
Public Relations
Social Media Marketing
Graphic Design
Digital Marketing
Branding
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ID Dataweb - integrated identity security tech
Cleantech San Diego - climatetech industry group
New Haven Youth & Family Services - nonprofit
Luminia - rooftop solar and battery storage
Oakmont Management Group - luxury senior living
San Diego Tourism Marketing District
Visit Napa Valley
Zenobē - fleet electrification and BESS
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(W)right On Communications Reviews & Testimonials
Staci Reidinger Review from Google
5.0★
Staci Reidinger's Review Sourced from Google
Cause San Diego, a social impact accelerator, had the pleasure of having (W)right on Communications as our professional development luncheon presenter in July 2024 and they were fantastic. They shared the latest trends in paid, earned, shared and owned media strategies and provided key examples for our attendees to take back and apply at their businesses. Both Julie Wright and Capree Waters were such professionals and took extra time to answer questions from our attendees. Highly recommend this company for your communications and PR needs.
stpaulgal49 Review from Google
5.0★
stpaulgal49's Review Sourced from Google
We have found (W)rightOn Communications (WOC) to be extremely capable, responsive and flexible in meeting our needs. Much of our tribal development work is grant-funded through various federal and state agencies, and those bureaucratic processes sometimes are very slow and cumbersome, but WOC has not let systemic delays interfere with completion of the necessary work. They have taken the time to understand our challenges, and are great at finding "work-arounds" when our limited resources require development of "plan B" solutions. Our Board of Directors views them as an important part of our development team as we work to expand our niche in the rural San Diego County agritourism space.
Justyne Lobello Review from Google
5.0★
Justyne Lobello's Review Sourced from Google
(W)right On Communications is a stellar PR firm that brings enthusiasm and creativity to their assignments. We always felt that they took care of our account and were very effective in communicating new ideas to bring our brand awareness to the next level. I highly recommend them to any business - big, or small!
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Gravitate PR transforms high-growth technology companies into category leaders. We deliver marketing communications programs that include messaging, media relations, analyst relations, digital marketing, social media, and content initiatives...
Top Services:
Public Relations
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Gravitate PR Services
Public Relations
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An award-winning, woman-owned, full-service agency providing PR, branding and marketing services across the world from our offices in New York, London, Los Angeles and Dubai...
Top Services:
Public Relations
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Relevance International Services
Public Relations
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Warner Bros. Discovery
Sotheby's
Meta
Fendi
DC
RXR
United States Navy
Rockefeller Group
TF Cornerstone
Luxury Portfolio International
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Relevance International Reviews & Testimonials
Zack Elias Review from Google
5.0★
Zack Elias's Review Sourced from Google
Relevance is amazing! Once our non-compete ended with our previous company, we jumped right over to Relevance and the difference was noticeable day 1! Our account reps, Kari, Janine, and Chanelle, are caring, thorough, creative, and fun. They are also very well connected and tend to get us terrific media exposure. They always go beyond the call of duty to ensure that our needs are met and that we are happy.I would highly recommend Relevance to anyone in need of professional PR.
Kirk Imamura Review from Google
5.0★
Kirk Imamura's Review Sourced from Google
Relevance New York did superb PR work for us. They took a personal interest in our story, and took a tricky situation and made it work through their tenacity and perseverance. Thanks!
amanda dunn Review from Google
5.0★
amanda dunn's Review Sourced from Google
Relevance were absolutely amazing to work with! They went above and beyond our expectations when it came to positioning our brand and building new relationships in a new market. We look forward to working with the team again on our next conference and would highly recommend them!
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We're Milk & Honey PR, an agency shaped by our values, owned by our team, and bought in to by clients with purpose. We were created to cater to the growing calls for change in business. Milk & Honey is the land of opportunity. Opportunities for our team our clients, the media and the end consumer. Mainly...
Top Services:
Public Relations
Reputation Management
Digital Marketing
Branding
Audio Production
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Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$220/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Milk & Honey PR Services
Public Relations
Reputation Management
Digital Marketing
Branding
Audio Production
Email Marketing
SEO
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giffgaff
MORNING
PriceSpy
KPMG
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Milk & Honey PR Reviews & Testimonials
Pascha Rix Review from Google
1.0★
Pascha Rix's Review Sourced from Google
Super unprofessional experience. Founder Kirsty’s emails were rude and uncalled for, definitely not working with them.
Scott Sciberras Review from Google
5.0★
Scott Sciberras's Review Sourced from Google
Great team to work with and are always on hand when you need them, no matter day or night. Highly recommended !!!!
j p Review from Google
5.0★
j p's Review Sourced from Google
I know the people have worked for them in the past, Iff you want to connect with who's who these are the people...
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MMGY Global, a comprehensive travel marketing agency, specializes in catering to the hospitality marketing sector, encompassing tourism, hotels, and entertainment. Our focus lies in elevating hospitality businesses by igniting a sense of inspiration among their clients...
Top Services:
Branding
Public Relations
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
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Location
Culver City, California
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
MMGY Global Services
Branding
Public Relations
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
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Bermuda Tourism Authority
The Beaches of Fort Myers& Sanibel
Visit California
Kampgrounds of America, INC. (KOA)
Choice Hotels International, Inc.
South Dakota Department of Tourism
Cheap Caribbean
Princess Cruises
British Virgin Islands Tourist Board
Australia's Northern Territory
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MMGY Global Reviews & Testimonials
Wayne Long Review from Google
1.0★
Wayne Long's Review Sourced from Google
Broke my hand and need to have surgery, they fired me today for missing two days of work because I was in the E.R and seeing the Orthopedic surgeon. I asked them before I missed the day if it was OK and if not I would not go to the surgeon. I was told it would be fine and then today they fired me...how unprofessional of a company. They even said as pertaining to the role, that I was exceeding expectations.
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AMW Group is a marketing and entertainment group in West Hollywood, offering PR, branding, and event management services to artists and businesses...
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Public Relations
Content Marketing
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Event Marketing
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Location
West Hollywood, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$1/hr
AMW Group Services
Public Relations
Content Marketing
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Event Marketing
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Noki
NFL
NBA
Red Bull
Virgin
Audi
Qatar Airways
Mercedes-Benz
Warner Bros.
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AMW Group Reviews & Testimonials
Jesse Morales Review from Google
5.0★
Jesse Morales's Review Sourced from Google
AMW Group has delivered the best results of any agency we have ever dealt with. We primarily do Press Release with them, and I’m so happy we found them!
Farris Fairbrother Review from Google
5.0★
Farris Fairbrother's Review Sourced from Google
The quality of the work is outstanding, but it is their professionalism and customer service sets them above the rest. The team at AMW Group puts the needs of the customer first by not only hitting required time lines with high quality work, but they listen to the customer and go out of the way to meet those needs.
Edgardo Law Review from Google
5.0★
Edgardo Law's Review Sourced from Google
I want to take a moment to let the whole world know that AMW Group are simply the best at what they do. They helped my company in so many different ways and always goes above and beyond my expectations. Thank you so much for helping me promote my business and for always delivering a quality product.
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Brown Marketing is a full-service marketing agency specializing in luxury travel and hospitality, helping hotels, resorts, and boutique properties build strong, memorable brands. Acting as an extension of each clients team, the agency provides senior-level expertise across brand strategy, storytelling...
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Public Relations
Branding
Digital Strategy
Web Design
Social Media Marketing
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Location
Danville, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Brown Marketing Services
Public Relations
Branding
Digital Strategy
Web Design
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Media Buying
Content Marketing
Advertising
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Tykio is a result-driven Google Certified Digital Partner dedicated to developing and implementing strategies that effectively convert your target audience, thereby maximizing profits. Our commitment to excellence ensures your business achieves optimal outcomes in the digital landscape...
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Digital Marketing
Public Relations
Web Design
Web Development
Social Media Marketing
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Location
San Jose, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Tykio Services
Digital Marketing
Public Relations
Web Design
Web Development
Social Media Marketing
Digital Strategy
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DAE and Company is a marketing agency known for fostering long-term relationships with clients through strategic, creative, and responsive services. Their commitment to becoming an integral part of a client's operations has led to partnerships often exceeding two decades, demonstrating their value and...
Top Services:
Media Buying
Advertising
Public Relations
Location
South Lake Tahoe, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
DAE and Company Services
Media Buying
Advertising
Public Relations
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TCG redefines consulting by blending growth with innovation under the leadership of visionary women. Specializing in marketing, market research, startups, branding, leadership, PR, and talent acquisition, they tailor solutions across industries. Their marketing prowess extends to strategy, social media...
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Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Public Relations
Market Research
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Location
Alameda, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
The Consultancy Group Services
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Public Relations
Market Research
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At JC Design and Media, our mission is to elevate and strengthen brands using innovation and creativity to foster growth. We achieve this through top-tier service, visual assets, bespoke designs, and effective brand management. Our goal is to narrate our clients' stories and engage their audience with...
Top Services:
Logo Design
Branding
Web Design
Email Marketing
Digital Marketing
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Location
Sacramento, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
JC Design and Media Services
Logo Design
Branding
Web Design
Email Marketing
Digital Marketing
Public Relations
Graphic Design
SEO
Print Design
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NST provides high-level public relations and strategic brand positioning to create impact in media and culture...
Top Services:
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Creative Services
Public Relations
Digital Strategy
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Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
NST Services
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Creative Services
Public Relations
Digital Strategy
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Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Program
Downtown San Diego Partnership
Markon Cooperative
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NST Reviews & Testimonials
Jewel Peavy Review from Google
5.0★
Jewel Peavy's Review Sourced from Google
Ms. Allison, Elidia, and Jacqueline are an awesome team. They each are extremely friendly, professional, and efficient in their dealings.Highly recommend.
Joao Paulo Leite Review from Google
5.0★
Joao Paulo Leite's Review Sourced from Google
Allison was super honest and upfront with me, which I really appreciated. Her guidance made a huge difference in my case. After reaching out to several other firms, I found that no one else matched her level of honesty and integrity I’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking for trustworthy and ethical help!
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Southport Marketing is a Camarillo-based experiential marketing agency that creates memorable, high-impact brand activations, live events, sponsorships, and consumer experiences that connect audiences with brands nationwide. Their full-service approach blends strategic creativity with seamless execution to...
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Advertising
Event Marketing
Branding
Business Consulting
Market Research
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Location
Camarillo, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Southport Marketing Services
Advertising
Event Marketing
Branding
Business Consulting
Market Research
Public Relations
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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...
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Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
SmartSites drafts and distributes press releases, securing placements across 450+ premium news sites and earning backlinks that support SEO campaigns for clients nationwide. Based in Paterson, New Jersey, the agency is one of the established PR companies serving small and mid-sized brands...
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Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
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Location
San Diego, California
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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