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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TXServices provided
See all 70 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized email marketing agency adept at Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Email Automation. Customer reviews consistently praise their commitment to client satisfaction, with over 90% highlighting their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time. Their strategic approach and expertise have notably enhanced email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, IndiaServices provided
See all 8 projectsOptimite is a dynamic email marketing agency specializing in services such as Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Newsletter Marketing. Their clients consistently praise their structured project management and responsiveness, with 100% of reviews highlighting timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. They excel in optimizing email engagement strategies, evidenced by significant increases in revenue and email-driven results for their clients.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OHServices provided
See all 28 projectsOne 10 Media is a distinguished email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, email automation, and email engagement strategies. Reviewers consistently commend their strategic alignment, proactive communication, and commitment to understanding client needs, resulting in significant revenue growth and efficient project management. An impressive 90% of feedback highlights their flexibility and personalized approach, with particular praise for delivering timely and effective solutions.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Strategy Maven Agency, LLC is an Email Marketing company. Located in New Orleans, Louisiana, the team specializes in Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Entreprov is an Email Marketing company. They provide Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI and were founded in 2017.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, COServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is a specialized email marketing agency known for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Email Engagement Strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rating, clients consistently praise their strategic insights, timely delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly into team operations. Many reviews highlight MH Digital's proficiency in improving email performance metrics, such as revenue growth and customer engagement.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ed, SwedenServices provided
See all 63 projectsA-SALES AB is a company specializing in outbound lead generation and sales outreach through Email Marketing services. With a 90% positive feedback rate, clients consistently appreciate their expertise in creating precise, customized Email Campaigns, and their organized project management. However, one review highlighted significant dissatisfaction, citing unprofessionalism and ineffective communication. Despite this, A-SALES AB is generally recognized for effectively boosting client engagement and pipeline growth.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Femi Osho is an Email Marketing company headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 2023, the team provides Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Revenue Media Group is an Email Marketing company. They specialize in Email Marketing and Web Design and were established in 2016.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancer
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SaaS Playbook is an Email Marketing company. They were founded in 2020, and their services include Email Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsDelta Six Digital, Inc is a digital marketing agency specializing in navigating GoogleAd Grants, website rebuilds, and social media content creation. The company has received 100% positive feedback, with clients praising their dedication and effective collaboration. However, 20% of reviewers noted occasional issues with timeline disconnects in content execution.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Leeds, England
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Founded in 2010, Force24 is a midsize Leeds, England-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Agra, India
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See all 1 projectsEagle Info Services specializes in Email Marketing, including Email Campaigns, Email Outreach, and Email Automation. Overall feedback highlights their effectiveness in securing qualified leads, delivering timely results, and providing a personalized approach that aligns with client needs and budget constraints.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsMd Mostakim Billah offers services in Facebook promotion, particularly for comedy clubs. The reviews highlight the company's ability to deliver effective Facebook ads that have doubled benefits for clients. Clients appreciate the quality of service, timely delivery, and the company's professionalism, noting it as a significant factor for choosing Md Mostakim Billah over others.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Content Marketing and Email Marketing company Mailify was founded in 2001. Located in Barcelona, Spain and Barcelona, Spain, the team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Faisalabad, Pakistan
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JK Hint is an Email Marketing company launched in 2019. The team offers Email Marketing and is in Faisalabad, Pakistan.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerChurchill, Australia
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Email Marketing company Plankton is located in Churchill, Australia. The team focuses on Email Marketing.
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Located in Porvoo, Finland, hakemedia is a small Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Riverside, CA
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DonWeb is an Email Marketing and IT managed services company. Founded in 2002, their team provides Email Marketing and IT managed services.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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WhatCounts, a midsize Email Marketing company, is in Atlanta, Georgia and Seattle, Washington. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Launched in 2009, Mailigen, a small Email Marketing company, is based in New York, New York and London, England. Their services include Email Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Swindon, England
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MailNinja, an Email Marketing company, was launched in 2005. The team offers Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI and is based in Swindon, England.
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Rtg is an Email Marketing company founded in 2009. The team offers Email Marketing and is based in.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Milano, Italy
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Headquartered in San Francisco, California and Milano, Italy, MailUp is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2003, the team provides Email Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Walnut Creek, CA
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In Walnut Creek, California and Bainbridge Island, Washington, Spear Marketing Group is an Email Marketing company. The team specializes in Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Rīga, Latvia
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Established in 2019, agencyJR, a small Email Marketing company, is located in Rīga, Latvia. Their team specializes in Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Small Email Marketing company FireDrum Internet Marketing, is in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their services include Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Plano, TX
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Located in Plano, Texas, Thomson Data is a midsize Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Barcelona, Spain
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Digital Response is a Barcelona, Spain-based Email Marketing company. They provide Email Marketing and were launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Edison, NJ
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InfoClutch Inc is an Email Marketing and Direct Marketing company. Their team is in Edison, New Jersey. The company provides Email Marketing and Direct Marketing.
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Waltham, MA
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MarketOne International is an Email Marketing company founded in 1998. Their services include Email Marketing and Call Center Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Chanhassen, MN
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IWCO Direct is a Direct Marketing company. Their midsize team is based in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Their team offers Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Las Vegas, NV
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Madrivo is an Email Marketing and Affiliate Marketing company. Their midsize team is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Email Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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Technology User Lists is an Email Marketing company. The team specializes in Email Marketing, and the firm is based in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Email Data Group is an Email Marketing company. The Los Angeles, California-based team specializes in Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Plymouth, MI
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RSVP Advertising is an Email Marketing company. Headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, the firm was established in 1985. Their services include Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Launched in 2021, Md Shariar Hossain is a small Email Marketing company based in California, California and Khulna, Bangladesh. Their team provides Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Cloud, MN
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See all 1 projectsThe Ad Company LLC is a digital marketing firm specializing in SEO and content creation services. With 100% positive feedback, reviewers commend their expertise in SEO and strong project management skills. Their commitment to schedules and budgets is consistently highlighted, with no areas for improvement identified by clients.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lagos, Nigeria
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See all 1 projectsSofteky is a web design and development company renowned for its expertise in UI/UX design and website revamping. Clients highlight their impressive project management and adherence to deadlines, with 100% positive feedback regarding their service and collaboration. Their ability to align with company values and offer budget-friendly solutions is frequently praised.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hawthorn East, Australia
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ROI Growth Agency - AI Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. The Hawthorn East, Australia-based firm specializes in Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Grapevine, TX
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Email Marketing company Inbox Group Email Marketing specializes in Email Marketing. They are headquartered in Grapevine, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madrid, Spain
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Small Email Marketing company Easymailing, is based in Madrid, Spain. The team specializes in Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Clarksburg, MD
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Gold Lasso, an Email Marketing company, is in Clarksburg, Maryland. They offer Email Marketing and Digital Strategy and were established in 2004.
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Coral Springs, FL
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Founded in 1990, Nordis Technologies is an Email Marketing and Commercial Printing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Commercial Printing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10,000+Fort Lauderdale, FL
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DocVA, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2000. They specializes in Email Marketing and Call Center Services.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Astana, Kazakhstan
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Based in Astana, Kazakhstan, LetsExtract Software is an Email Marketing company. They offer Email Marketing and Direct Marketing and were launched in 2017.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49
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MailMonitor is an Email Marketing company located in Salem, New Hampshire. They provide Email Marketing and Direct Marketing.
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See all 2 projectsFuturistik Digital Pvt. Ltd. is a web development company known for designing and developing custom websites. Based on the singular review, 100% of the feedback highlights their timely delivery and effective communication. The client appreciated the quality of the website and noted a smooth working relationship, although they suggested proactive administrative rights management could enhance the experience.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Soulbury, England
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PAASE Digital Limited is an Email Marketing company. In Soulbury, England, the firm focuses on Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vilnius, Lithuania
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Enflow Digital is a small Vilnius, Lithuania-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Volt Media is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2019, their team provides Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsGemFind Digital Solutions is a web design company specializing in site development and UX customizations. Their reviews highlight superior industry knowledge and professionalism, with 100% positive feedback regarding their ability to meet deadlines and respond effectively to client needs. All reviewers noted the absence of any areas for improvement, indicating high client satisfaction.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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AltaVista Strategic Partners is an Email Marketing company. Located in Baltimore, Maryland, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Esanosys is a small Email Marketing company. Launched in 2015, the team offers Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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List of the Top 15 Email Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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37.9/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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37.7/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Newport, RI
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49L'viv, Ukraine
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35.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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34.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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38.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Ahmedabad, India
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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36.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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32.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Randwick, Australia
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lostwithiel, England
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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36.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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39.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Email Marketing50% Other
Email Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for an email marketing agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring an email marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch showcases firms that create automated campaigns, nurture leads, and improve conversions through email twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top email marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An email marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes campaigns that move prospects through your sales funnel. Their typical responsibilities include audience segmentation, template design, copywriting, automation flow setup, deliverability monitoring, and performance reporting. Instead of juggling creative, technical, and analytical tasks internally, you can outsource to a specialist team that already knows best practices for inbox placement and conversion.
Agencies track metrics like revenue per email, conversion rate, subscriber lifetime value, and list churn. Advanced teams tie email performance back to multi-touch attribution models or customer data platforms so you can see how campaigns influence overall pipeline and retention.
Email marketing agencies are dedicated to helping clients reach their target audience cost-efficiently. If you’re planning to team up with a provider soon, here are some services you can expect:
- Strategy workshops and list growth planning
- ESP migration or platform setup (e.g., Klaviyo, HubSpot, Braze)
- Creative services (e.g., mobile-responsive templates, GIFs, dynamic content)
- Automated sequences (i.e., welcome, cart-abandon, re-engagement, post-purchase)
- A/B testing, personalization, and data analytics
- Deliverability audits and inbox placement fixes
Some firms also bundle paid social retargeting or SMS for a cohesive lifecycle approach. When evaluating prospective service providers, make sure to verify and assess the quality of the work they offer — regardless if you need comprehensive work or focused services.
Clutch data shows monthly retainers range from $2,500 to as high as $15,000 depending on several key factors such as list size, send volume, and service depth. Moreover, hourly rates generally fall between $75 – $150. Ultimately, it depends on what you are looking for – a small business needing two automated flows might spend $5,000 for setup, while an enterprise with millions of contacts could invest $20,000 per month for full lifecycle management and creative testing.
Finding the right email marketing provider is crucial to your investment’s success. To make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed once you look for potential providers, the first step you should do is clarify your goals (e.g., higher open rates, revenue per send, automation build-out). After that, you can proceed with the following:
- Shortlist agencies with proven results in your industry.
- Review Clutch feedback for communication style, project management, and ROI.
- Request case studies and ask about specific KPIs they improved.
- Evaluate cultural fit, reporting cadence, and tech stack expertise.
- Compare pricing models—flat retainer, percent of revenue, or project-based—and ensure deliverables are clear in the contract.
While there’s no flawless service provider, it’s crucial to match with the ideal team to avoid mishaps or costly headaches. Be cautious if a provider has any of the following warning signs:
- Guarantees specific open or revenue numbers (inbox algorithms shift)
- Uses purchased lists or suggests scraping emails
- Lacks transparency on creative ownership or ESP access
- Provides sparse reporting or avoids explaining metrics
- Overlooks compliance requirements like CAN-SPAM or GDPR
- Which industries do you specialize in, and can I see related case studies?
- What ESPs and automation tools are you certified in?
- How do you segment audiences and personalize content?
- What’s your process for improving deliverability?
- How frequently will we review performance metrics together?
- Who owns the creative assets and account data if we part ways?
A freelancer is ideal for one-off template designs or copy tweaks on a tight budget. An agency offers multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, developers, and analysts—able to manage end-to-end programs, integrate with CRMs, and scale testing. If your goal is sustainable revenue growth and complex automation, an agency’s broader expertise and bandwidth generally deliver higher long-term ROI.