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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 specialized agency providing comprehensive email marketing services, including email design, automation, and campaign management. Reviewers consistently praised their timely delivery, high-quality output, and robust project management, with a 100% satisfaction rate reported. Their adaptability and alignment with client needs, especially in scaling email outreach and engagement strategies, are also frequently highlighted.
$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 - 9Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Naian International, a SMS Marketing company, provide SMS Marketing and Email Marketing. They were established in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Breda, Netherlands
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Metzz Media is a SMS Marketing company. They are based in Breda, Netherlands, and their services include SMS Marketing and 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 62 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baghdad, Iraq
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Small SMS Marketing company 6262 , is headquartered in Baghdad, Iraq. The team provides SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lichfield, England
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X30 Marketing is a small Email Marketing company in Lichfield, England. The team offers Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bedford, England
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TH UK Ltd is an Email Marketing company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Bedford, England. Their team offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ashton-under-Lyne, England
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Brand Twelve Creative is a social media marketing firm. The small Ashton-under-Lyne, England-based team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing. The firm was launched in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Colchester, Essex, England
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Universal Marketing Services is a Colchester, Essex, England-based social media marketing firm. Launched in 2020, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Digital Focus is a small social media marketing agency located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Big Mouth Marketing is a social media marketing firm. Based in Singapore, Singapore, their small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing. The agency was launched in 2012.
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H-EHL Marketing is a small Email Marketing company based in Cape Town, South Africa. Their services include Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Randburg, South Africa
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Located in Randburg, South Africa, Stouf Communications (Pty) Ltd is a SMS Marketing company. Their services include SMS Marketing and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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BellRinger, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2019. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Call Center Services and is based in Cape Town, South Africa.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Email Marketing company Byel Agency offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They are headquartered in Singapore, Singapore.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Warri, Nigeria
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KIN BULK SMS is a SMS Marketing company founded in 2012. The small team focuses on SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nannestad, Norway
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Sveve AS is a SMS Marketing company. Their small team is based in Nannestad, Norway. Their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
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Spotzee Marketing is a SMS Marketing company. They were established in 2008 and provide SMS Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Launched in 2020, WeScale brands is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and is based in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Koper, Slovenia
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Established in 2017, 4Egenus International d.o.o. Is a mobile application development company. Their services include Mobile App Development and Email Marketing.
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Established in 2013, Geniusworks Webhosting Solutions is a small Dar es Salaam, Tanzania-based website development firm. Their team focuses on Web Development and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kharkiv, Ukraine
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Rule Communication is a SMS Marketing company. Founded in 2007, the company is based in Kharkiv, Ukraine and Visby, Sweden. Their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Doncaster, England
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Launched in 2008, RedSMS is a small Doncaster, England-based SMS Marketing company. Their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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Driven By Digital is a small social media marketing agency founded in 2018. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kington, England
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Swifty Social is a small social media marketing agency founded in 2016. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honesdale, PA
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Peter Gilroy Marketing Co. Is a Direct Marketing company. Founded in 2022, their team focuses on Direct Marketing and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Blue Bell, PA
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High Key Impact LLC, a social media marketing firm, is located in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were launched in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloemfontein, South Africa
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Cuberoo is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2017, the company is in Bloemfontein, South Africa. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
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Social media marketing company S.B. Marketing Inc. Was founded in 2007. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dalton, PA
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Evolve Local Marketing is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is located in Dalton, Pennsylvania and offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. The firm was launched in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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The Data Sequence, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2020. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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Based in Springville, Utah, Billow Media is an Email Marketing company. They focus on Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Cairo, Egypt
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Launched in 2014, Proidea EGYPT is a small Email Marketing company. Their team offers Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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Restobrands Food Marketing is a PR company. Their team is based in Mississauga, Canada. The agency focuses on Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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Printing Image is a print design company. The Knoxville, Tennessee-based agency was established in 1981. Their services include Print Design and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Storrington, England
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A Local Printer Ltd is a print design agency located in Storrington, England. They offer Print Design and Branding and were established in 1978.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
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Print design company Direct Axis focuses on Print Design and Web Design. They were launched in 1989.
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Shokler Creative is a print design company. Founded in 2022, the company is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Their team offers Print Design and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Small Email Marketing company Bus Stop Design, is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Small branding company Graphic Flow Design Ltd., is based in Toronto, Canada. The team provides Branding and Email Marketing.
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Established in 1995, Finest Values & Savings is a social media marketing company. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Pennant Hills, Australia
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Online Marketing Whiz is a social media marketing agency founded in 2014. Located in West Pennant Hills, Australia, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Based in London, England, DigitalFis is a social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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EBizzers Ltd is a London, England-based social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Based in Toronto, Canada, Annuities HQ is a social media marketing agency. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Printly Digital, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2020. The team offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Email Marketing company BowlerWorks was founded in 2018. The company offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Revenue Ascend is a social media marketing company. The company is located in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2009, Battle Bridge Labs is a social media marketing firm. Based in Los Angeles, California and Tulsa, Oklahoma, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Established in 2015, ELITE PPC is a PPC company. The team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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Digital Seniority, a social media marketing firm, is located in Mississauga, Canada. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Blue Wave Digital is a social media marketing company. They are in Toronto, Canada and have small team. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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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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35.5/40.016.8/20 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
85% Email Marketing15% Other -
$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+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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+$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
75% Email Marketing25% Other -
$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
65% Email Marketing35% Other -
$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.