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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Palo Alto, CA
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Word to the Wise is a small Palo Alto, California-based Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arlington Heights, IL
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Founded in 2000, Nexsort Services Ink, LLC is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Littleton, CO
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SalesHive is an Email Marketing company. In Littleton, Colorado, the agency was established in 2016. Their services include Email Marketing and Sales Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chatswood, Australia
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PermissionCorp is an Email Marketing company. They are headquartered in Chatswood, Australia and Taipei, Taiwan. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Advertising.
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Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Samadhi is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2016, the team provides Email Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Alleyoop is an Email Marketing and Sales Outsourcing company launched in 2008. The company focuses on Email Marketing and Sales Outsourcing, and is midsize.
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EmailPRO is an Email Marketing company. They are located in Beirut, Lebanon, and their services include Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bresso, Italy
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AdSalsa Italy is a midsize Email Marketing and SMS Marketing company established in 2005. Their team provides Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Barcelona, Venezuela
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Adclic Hosting, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2011. They focuses on Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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TouchBasePro is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2004, the team focuses on Email Marketing and SMS Marketing. The company is in Cape Town, South Africa.
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ListBurst Email Marketing is an Email Marketing company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The team focuses on Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cremorne, Australia
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Based in Cremorne, Australia, Email Experts is an Email Marketing company. Founded in 2015, the team provides Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Reston, VA
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See all 1 projectsLogiChannel stands out as a dynamic data-driven marketing solutions company located in the USA. We specialize in delivering high-quality B2B Email Lists that are meticulously tailored to align with
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Lane Cove West, Australia
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Direct Marketing company mmw3degrees is located in Lane Cove West, Australia. Established in 2011, the team specializes in Direct Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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OBz Services is an Email Marketing company. The small Karachi, Pakistan-based team specializes in Email Marketing and Market Research. The agency was launched in 2011.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Gurugram, India
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See all 1 projectsAdvology Solution offers digital marketing services, including site optimization and social media management. Reviews highlight their professionalism, solution-oriented approach, and transparency in work and cost. Clients have experienced increased site visitors, enhanced CTR, and overall growth due to their expertise and effective communication.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Barcelona, Spain
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Headquartered in Barcelona, Spain and Ipanema, Brazil, Inboundcycle is a midsize pay per click company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Launched in 2020, PEAN Mail is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Kwun Tong, Hong Kong
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Based in Kwun Tong, Hong Kong and Singapore, Singapore, DT Digital Asia is a midsize SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Framingham, MA
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Midsize answering service Intellitech Solutions, is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts. Their services include Call Center Services and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Trumpet Media - 360 Marketing Consultancy Company, a social media marketing agency, was established in 2017. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Pune, India
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My Digital Agency, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2017. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Growth Gurus is a small Advertising company founded in 2017. Their team specializes in Advertising and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Eltham, England
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Located in Eltham, England, Drop Consultancy is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2009, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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See all 1 projectsiThink Digital is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping US-based businesses scale through strategic social media marketing and AI-powered marketing solutions. We work with brands across
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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Stirista is an Advertising company. In San Antonio, Texas, the agency was established in 2009. Their team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Santa Clara, CA
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See all 1 projectsVisitorsList is a specialized B2B data provider that helps businesses connect with the right audience at the right time. Unlike generic contact databases, VisitorsList focuses on event-driven data,
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pune, India
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CandorWorks, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2009. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Content Marketing and is based in Pune, India.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Leesburg, VA
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Email Marketing company Century Media360 was founded in 2017. The team offers Email Marketing and Affiliate Marketing and is based in Leesburg, Virginia and Kolkata, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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Konsyg, a Sales Outsourcing company, was established in 2017. The team focuses on Sales Outsourcing and Email Marketing and is located in Singapore, Singapore.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Oakville, Canada
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Headquartered in Oakville, Canada, Leadify Ninja is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2023, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Sales Outsourcing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Launched in 2015, Creatively Grown Digital Marketing is an Email Marketing company. The firm focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Launched in 2020, The Concept Agency is a social media marketing company. The firm offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Medford, NJ
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Sussman Creative is a small Medford, New Jersey-based web design company. The team focuses on Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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121 Group is a branding agency. Headquartered in Melbourne, Australia and Pyrmont, Australia, the agency specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 2011, SFB IDEAS is a Marketing Strategy company. The company provides Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Opelika, AL
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Baker Street Digital Media is a Conversion Optimization company. The team is headquartered in Opelika, Alabama, and their services include Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
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Synergies Corp. Is an Email Marketing company. The Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic-based agency was established in 2006. Their team provides Email Marketing and IT managed services.
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Emantra is a social media marketing agency established in 2013. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is based in Udaipur, India and Bengaluru, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Midsomer Norton, England
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In Midsomer Norton, England, Integrity Connect is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Pateros, Philippines
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Launched in 2011, Philippine Leads is an Email Marketing company. The firm offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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Cornershop Creative is a website development firm. They are in Olney, Maryland, and their services include Web Development and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsThe HOW Agency, a 5W Company provides social media strategy and content creation services, focusing on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Reviews highlight their effective social brand awareness and engagement strategies, resulting in significant increases in impressions and engagements. Clients appreciate their professional project management and responsiveness, though some suggest improvements in graphic design quality.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Eprofit, a small Email Marketing company, is in Kyiv, Ukraine. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Doylestown, PA
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AXIS visual is an Advertising company. Established in 1997, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Prescott, AZ
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Mōtus Agency is a video production agency. They provide Video Production and Corporate Photography and are in Prescott, Arizona and Scottsdale, Arizona.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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A.R. Marketing House is a small Long Beach, California-based Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 1 projectsBlind Pig Media is a marketing agency that claims to offer 360-degree marketing services, including managing Facebook ads. However, the feedback highlights serious concerns, as 100% of reviewers report negative experiences, referencing ineffective campaigns and unmet promises. Reviewers frequently mention unprofessionalism and issues with refunds, indicating a lack of reliability and customer satisfaction.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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PaceB2B, a Direct Marketing company, was established in 2019. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the team focuses on Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Unify Dropshipping is an Email Marketing company established in 1999. The agency specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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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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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.