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Providing The Human Touch In A Digital Landscape.
Lets bridge the gap between sporadic marketing efforts and a cohesive, dynamic strategy that scales with you. Your business isn't static, and your marketing objectives shouldn't be either... View Tucker E. Lee profile
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- Quincy, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Empowering Brands, Building Connections.
Avenue180 is a digital marketing agency specializing in services like SEO, PPC, social media marketing, email marketing, and web design. They focus on creating engaging campaigns that build relationships, drive conversions, and enhance brand visibility... View Avenue180 profile
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Providing Value and Trust.
Blaze Comunicación is a global Seo & Communication agency. They specialize in global web positioning, helping their clients reach the number 1 spot on Google with multiple terms at an affordable cost. They also have extensive experience in print media, television, radio, and the internet, with over 15,000... View Blaze Comunicación profile
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- PPC
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fuelling Your Onlien Success.
At Rocket Online, we believe that digital marketing is not just about driving traffic its about creating real, measurable growth for businesses... View all reviews
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Unlock Top SEO Services with SEO Las Vegas Nevada
We at SEO Las Vegas Nevada understand how significant it is to engage your high-value audience. Designed to serve the ever-evolving Las Vegas market, our premium SEO services are built with flexibility in mind... View SEO Las Vegas Nevada profile
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- SEO
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- Logo Design
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
See web traffic and customer growth in weeks.
Thom Wilson SEO supports every step of your digital marketing growth, from PPC to digital marketing... View Thom Wilson SEO profile
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bend, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Your business deserves more than outdated marketing- transparency, collaboration, and real results.
Your business deserves more than outdated marketing. When you work with Shift Happens Marketing - we become an extension of YOU! From strategic marketing planning on SEO, social media, and paid ads, we're here to help you elevate your business regardless of how small or large you are... View Shift Happens Marketing profile
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Killeen, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With a team of experts .
With a team of experts who have worked with major organizations like NASA, IBM, and NIH, Pixel Prodigies drives sustainable growth for your brand through SEO, Social Media and PPC campaigns on platforms like Google Ads, Bing, Meta, LinkedIn, Reddit and more!... View Pixel Prodigies profile
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Macgad - Make it Great!
Macgad Technology Sdn Bhd is a certified Google Premier Partner in Malaysia, offering high-impact digital marketing solutions including Google Ads, SEO, web design, and social media marketing. With over 10 years of experience, we help businesses grow online through data-driven strategies and tailored... View all reviews
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Your New York SEO Agency Marketing Partner
From strategy to execution JH SEO helps you generate leads and convert more clients with results-driven digital marketing solutions... View all reviews
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- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Grow Traffic and Revenue for Sustainable Brands.
GrowRoom Agency is a digital marketing agency who help sustainable brands grow online. We deliver digital advertising, SEO and website optimisation, which improves your business online visibility, traffic and revenue... View all reviews
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- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Launch, Scale And Dominate The Internet!
Justo Consulting is a Website Design & Digital Marketing Agency that Drives your Business. At Justo, we believe in the power of seamless web experiences and strategic digital marketing to propel businesses to new heights. Established with a passion for innovation and a commitment to client success, we have... View Justo Consulting LLC profile
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- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
The B2B Ad Agency With Stripes
Kraftvertising is a Bratislava-based B2B marketing agency specializing in performance-driven advertising for SaaS companies and tech startups across European and U.S. markets. Their services encompass paid search and social campaigns, lead generation, visual content creation, and CRM support, all tailored to... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bratislava, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Acquisition, Done Right
SCA is a digital acquisition boutique that leverages paid-ads, SEO and digital analytics to boost ecommerce sales and lead generation for their clients... View SCA - Digital Acquistion profile
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- Digital Strategy
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Make Search Yours
Search Mad is a UK-based search marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, and search-focused web design. Built on a user-first philosophy, the agency helps businesses improve visibility, drive traffic, and generate meaningful conversions through balanced, transparent, and results-driven strategies... View all reviews
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lincoln, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The Agency To Make Your Business More Profitable
We become your outsourced digital marketing department, with optimized, automated, and measurable strategies that drive real results. We integrate everything into a single system so you don't have to coordinate tools, agencies, or efforts. Because growing your digital presence is possible when done right... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Barranquilla, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Digital Mastery Forged in Strategy
Musashi Digital is a California-based digital marketing agency specializing in DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) growth strategies. They offer services in PPC, SEO, affiliate marketing, email marketing, and conversion optimization, helping brands accelerate growth and achieve measurable results... View Musashi Digital profile
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- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Drive Growth With Our Digital Marketing Services.
Kanbar Digital is a Facebook advertising agency specializing in paid media marketing, helping businesses deploy targeted campaigns that drive conversions, leads, and scalable growth... View KanbarDigital profile
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
We Get Results.
RS Digital Marketing is a social media and digital marketing agency that delivers customised social channel strategies, ad campaigns and web design to help casino businesses grow online... View all reviews
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Colne, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Elite Services That Multiply Revenue
SEOFAT is a full-service digital agency offering SEO, web development, and marketing solutions. We help brands grow visibility, leads, and revenue through smart, data-driven strategies... View SEOFAT profile
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Grow Your Business Online
Bespoke Search Marketing is among the UKs top SEO specialists, focusing on local SEO strategies that help businesses rank higher in local search results, attract quality leads, and increase revenue. Their customized SEO packages are designed to align with each clients specific business goals... View all reviews
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Wigan, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Marketing Agency In Prague
Ads Agency is a full-service digital marketing agency based in Prague, Czech Republic. They focus on performance-driven online advertising, helping businesses grow through PPC (pay-per-click) campaigns, analytics, and website development. Their goal is to increase online visibility and deliver measurable... View Ads Agency profile
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- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Measurement-first Growth Partner For Startups
Mowsix is a measurement-first growth partner helping startups scale through clean analytics infrastructure, attribution systems, and data-driven growth strategies. By focusing on revenue tracking before marketing execution, Mowsix enables businesses to reduce customer acquisition costs, improve pipeline... View Mowsix profile
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- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Coventry, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Let's Ramp Things Up
Vert Collective is the ideal ecommerce partner for brands with taste. We scale your brand's reach without sacrificing our identity, bringing premium creative, e-commerce strategy, and operational expertise to the table... View Vert Collective profile
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- Branding
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Lehi, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Where Marketing Takes Flight
Propel your business forward with digital marketing services from Flybolt. From PPC management to strategic marketing consultation, we have a comprehensive toolkit for engineering your success. Want to avoid the nuts & bolts of marketing? Put us in the driver seat to steer your marketing operations. Have ace... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Reputation Management
- PPC
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Helping Your Business Grow Its Online Presence
As a business growth and advisory company, we help drive more customers to your business. We use a holistic approach, ensuring that all parts are contributing to the success of your business... View Shamrock Marketing Solutions LLC profile
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- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Palm Coast, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital marketing agency - helps you achieve your business goals.
Data-Driven Marketing, Tailored for Your Business Growth... View KK Media. profile
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Valmiera, Latvia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Women Owned & Operated Digital & Development Agency Serving the Worlds Most Striving Brands.
Global has over 30 plus years of cumulative global marketing experience - From digital strategies, seamless websites, data-driven applications to web and mobile apps, we have done it all. Our job is to be part of your team and generate profit — our business us to give you results for each penny that you... View Global Advertising portfolio
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- Video Production
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SaaS Marketing Agency
Bay Leaf Digital is a Texas-based B2B SaaS marketing agency, serving the US & Canada since 2013. AI-forward, human-led full-funnel growth for scaling, AI-native, vertical, and revitalization-stage SaaS companies: SEO, GEO, content, paid media, automation, and RevOps. SaaS marketing is all it does... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- AEO
- SEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Grapevine, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Influencing Behavior Through Emotive Marketing
We provide full brand management for companies who want the convenience of having all of their creative services under one roof.We make exciting, creative videos - design thoughtful, beautiful logos - create compelling, smart content - develop websites and look after your social media presence... View all reviews
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- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Centennial, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A digital agency of creativity and driving business performance
Design Point is a web design and digital agency helping businesses Australia wide in building high engaging websites that not only look attractive but drive customer conversions... View all reviews
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When you decide to outsource your needs to Allianze BPO International, we make it a point ensure an accurate and quality-oriented output, no matter what the size of the project is. We have a team of professional and dedicated team members who possess a high set of skills and expertise... View Allianze BPO International profile
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- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A full-service design, marketing and brand agency.
Web design & marketing agency in Nottingham, United Kingdom who provide creative solutions to design and marketing to improvement performance and generate leads & revenue online... View all reviews
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Balancing design, technology, and human insights to create exceptional user experiences.
Astriata is an award-winning creative and web development company focused on the user experience. The company balances design, technology, and human insights and data from usability testing on a proprietary application to deliver exceptional user experiences... View Astriata profile
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
If you can imagine it, we can create it
We believe the most efficient way to service you is with a strong, cohesive team fluent in each of our strengths. We believe it so hard, we created a company to do it... View all reviews
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Strategy. Advertising. Marketing.
Octagon Media is a fast-growing advertising agency and marketing firm based in Louisiana that handles a variety of accounts across the nation. We believe in a six-step process that begins with conducting in-depth research and ends with a quantitative analysis to show impactful results. Our firm is a... View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
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- Location
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Transparent, results-focused digital marketing.
Transparent, results-focused digital marketing. Full-service digital advertising agency based in Boston. We believe in making digital marketing accessible. We explain the what and why behind our strategies, keeping clients informed and empowered, ensuring they understand how their investment is working for... View all reviews
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- Advertising
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Out Of This World Web Design
We design Beautiful Custom Websites with the advice, service, and support to back them up... View all reviews
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Strategy
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
En Conversión Marketing Nada Nos Detiene
We are Conversion Marketing, an established Digital Marketing agency established in 2014. Our expertise lies in successfully launching new enterprises and crafting specialized B2B strategies tailored to the industry's needs. Our commitment extends to fostering local economic growth by facilitating business... View Conversion Marketing profile
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- Digital Strategy
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Monterrey, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Where Great Ideas Meet Great Results.
Mazeminds is a respected marketing agency known for its successful lead capture and sales strategies, particularly in B2B settings and with high-value products. With almost a decade of experience, over 800 clients served, and millions managed in marketing, our agency is recognized for its personalized... View all reviews
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A Specialist Scientific Marketing Agency
At kdm communications, we pride ourselves on being a specialized scientific marketing agency, dedicated to providing creative design and compelling content that consistently delivers world-class outcomes for our clients. With a deep understanding of the scientific landscape, we tailor our services to meet the... View all reviews
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- Content Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- St Neots, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Empower Your Business With Custom Marketing Solutions.
Kampp Technology & Marketing as the Internet Marketing Company in Orange County, We Implement A Marketing Strategy Specifically For your Business Needs , We do not take one solution fits all approach so with us you are getting 100 % Tailored and customized Internet Marketing Solution which seamlessly... View KAMPP Technology And Marketing profile
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Laguna Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digital Marketing That Drives Result.
Get Social YEG is a results-driven digital marketing agency based in Edmonton, specializing in SEO, social media marketing, online advertising, and website development. We help businesses of all sizes build their online presence, attract the right audience, and convert engagement into real revenue... View Get Social YEG Inc profile
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $155/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Smart digital team.
We provide advanced solutions at the intersection of digital marketing, analytics and, technology... View SHEMA portfolio
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Shout out to the market
An exceptional strategy, creative & multicultural marketing agency... View Sweven Media portfolio | View all reviews
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Markham, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Proven Outstanding Agency at Your Service
Aweb, a Google Premium Partner Award winner in 2018 and recipient of our 2021 acknowledgment for excellence – positioning it among the top 3% agencies in Ukraine. With such impressive credentials, our services are sure to be outstanding!... View Aweb portfolio | View all reviews
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
More Calls Less Stress
Advance Online provides a range of digital marketing services to build and improve your overall online presence. From web design to SEO, content marketing to PPC, we'll help your business get seen by the right people, at the right time, in the right place... View Advance Online portfolio | View all reviews
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Redhill, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creating Impactful Experiences and Conversions for Your Product or Service.
Your digital presence and strategy shouldn’t be the thing holding your company back. Customized growth-marketing solutions for your business. We’re here to help you grow... View all reviews
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Stands out as a premier full-service marketing agency.
Chatter Marketing is a full-service creative agency specializing in advertising, marketing, branding, public relations, digital marketing, and social media management in Tulsa, Oklahoma... View Chatter Tulsa profile
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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SEO vs PPC: Which Is right for your business?
| Feature | PPC (Paid Ads) | SEO (Organic) |
| Speed | Fast (live in hours) | Slow (3 to 12 months to rank) |
| Cost | Paid per click; each click costs | High effort, "Free" clicks |
| Trust | Moderate (some users skip ads) | High (users trust organic more) |
| Longevity | Traffic stops when the budget ends | Assets last for years |
| Effort | Bidding & creative testing | Content creation & technical |
In 2026, the debate isn't about which is better, but which is faster. With AI Overviews (AIO) now dominating the top of search results, both Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Pay Per Click (PPC) have had to change.
The short answer: PPC brings fast results; SEO builds momentum over time.
Use SEO when you want long-term, compounding traffic and can afford to wait for results. Use PPC when you need immediate visibility, fast testing, or predictable demand on a controlled budget.
For best results, combine both methods.
What is the best PPC platform for my business?
| If your goal is... | Use this platform |
| Immediate sales or leads | Google Ads (Search) |
| Building a brand/lifestyle | Meta (Instagram) or TikTok |
| Selling to other businesses | LinkedIn Ads |
| Selling products on a budget | Amazon Ads or Microsoft Ads |
| Targeting Gen Z or trends | TikTok Ads |
The best platform depends entirely on your business model and where your customers spend the most time. Since the rise of AI-integrated search, PPC has split into two worlds: intent-based (people looking for you) and interruption-based (you looking for them).
Best for most businesses:
- Google Ads: Ideal for high-intent traffic. If someone types "emergency plumber Cheney" or "best CRM for startups," they want to buy now.
- Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram): Best for visual products and impulse buys. If your product looks great in a video or photo, Meta's algorithm is elite at finding people who didn't know they wanted your product until they saw it.
The specialist platforms:
- LinkedIn Ads: The gold standard for B2B. It is expensive (high CPC), but your B2B PPC agency can target by specific job titles (e.g., Director of Logistics) or company size.
- Amazon Ads: A must for physical product sellers. It often has a higher conversion rate than Google because users are already in shopping mode.
- TikTok Ads: In 2026, TikTok is a massive search engine for Gen Z and Millennials.
Alternatives:
- Microsoft advertising (Bing): Often overlooked, but it reaches a more affluent and older demographic (usually 45+). Competition is lower, so your cost-per-click (CPC) is often 30% cheaper than Google.
- Reddit & Quora: Best for niche, high-trust communities. If your audience is highly technical or research-heavy, appearing in these threads can feel more like a recommendation than an ad.
How much does PPC agency management cost?
Your total PPC cost is ad spend plus management fees. Industry competition determines how high both numbers go.
Average costs for a standard PPC campaign are:
- Ad spend: $500 to $20,000+ per month
- Cost-per-click (CPC): Approximately $1.62 per click
- Cost-per-1,000 impressions (CPM): Approximately $3.12
- Remarketing CPC: $0.66 to $1.23 per click
- Tools and software: $15 to $800 per month
Agencies usually charge using one of these models:
- Percentage of ad spend: 12% to 30% of monthly spend
- Flat monthly fee: $1,000 to $3,000 for small to mid-sized businesses
- Project-based pricing: $1,000 to $10,000+ for audits, setup, or short engagements
Average CPC in 2026 across major industries:
| Industry | Average CPC | Average CTR |
| Business Services | $5.37 | 5.62% |
| Health & Fitness | $4.71 | 6.88% |
| Education | $4.39 | 6.21% |
| Animals & Pets | $3.90 | 7.39% |
| Beauty & Personal Care | $3.56 | 6.75% |
| Fashion & Jewelry | $3.39 | 6.13% |
| Real Estate | $2.10 | 9.20% |
| Restaurants & Food | $2.18 | 8.68% |
| Travel | $1.92 | 10.16% |
How long does it take to see the results of a PPC campaign?
You will see traffic in 24 hours, data in 2 weeks, and true profitability in about 3 months.
PPC delivers results faster than SEO, but it's not instant. While your ads can appear within hours, profitable, stable results generally follow a three-stage timeline.
- Days 1 to 7: Ads go live and gain immediate traffic. The platform's AI tests audiences. Avoid changing settings, or you will reset the learning process.
- Weeks 2 to 4: You spot winning ads, block wasted search terms, and see early leads or sales. Cost Per Acquisition (CPA) may be high because you’re buying data to see which ads convert.
- Months 2 to 3: You have enough data to cut underperforming keywords and double down on profitable ones. Results stabilize, and you hit your target return on ad spend (ROAS).
Who owns your ad accounts?
You should, but you might not. The legal and technical ownership of an ad account depends entirely on how it was set up and what is in your contract.
If you set up the account using your business email and your credit card, you own it. You simply invite a PPC agency as a partner or manager. If you choose to finish the partnership, you maintain full control and can remove their access at any time. You keep all the historical data, the winning ad formulas, and the tracking pixels that have learned who your customers are.
When a PPC agency manages campaigns under its own account, you don't retain ownership. If you part ways, you could lose valuable campaign data and have to start from scratch.