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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 29 projectsOne 10 Media is a professional email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, automated email flows, and email engagement strategies. The company consistently receives high praise for its strategic approach, communication, and ability to deliver on time, with over 90% of reviews highlighting impressive revenue growth and improved email metrics. Reviewers appreciate their personalized service and strategic insights, with minimal areas for improvement noted.
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BrandMail is a SMS Marketing company based in Surry Hills, Australia. The team offers SMS Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pyrmont, Australia
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SMS Marketing company touchSMS is headquartered in Pyrmont, Australia. They provide 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 64 projectsA-SALES AB is a lead generation and email outreach company specializing in developing customized outbound sales strategies through email campaigns and other methods. Across reviews, 87.5% of clients report satisfaction with their organized project management and precise targeting, while one review highlights significant dissatisfaction with their service quality and professionalism. Their ability to tailor messaging effectively to different markets is frequently noted as a strength.
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Kevin Toney - "the Marketing Coach" is a social media marketing agency. The Winnipeg, Canada-based firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Victoria, Canada
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Text Groove is a SMS Marketing company. The team focuses on SMS Marketing and Email Marketing and is located in Victoria, Canada.
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MDL SMS is a small SMS Marketing company. They provide SMS Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lausanne, Switzerland
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Interactive Media Partner is a SMS Marketing company. Their small team of employees is located in Lausanne, Switzerland. Their team offers SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rheinfelden, Switzerland
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SMS Marketing company Hundemer Marketing is based in Rheinfelden, Switzerland. Their services include SMS Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Advertise Bee is a social media marketing agency established in 2014. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Spedia Inc is an e-commerce development firm. They are in Varna, Bulgaria and have small team. Their team focuses on E-Commerce Development and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Balapitiya, Sri Lanka
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Smart eMarketing is an Email Marketing company. Their small team is in Balapitiya, Sri Lanka and specializes in Email Marketing and Graphic Design. The firm was established in 2009.
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Established in 2017, Cubical Growth Marketing is an Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and SMS Marketing and is in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Lanka E-Marketing is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2009, their team provides Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Kanara (Pvt) Ltd is a small social media marketing firm in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frauenfeld, Switzerland
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Launched in 2003, LT Media is a small Frauenfeld, Switzerland-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clemmons, NC
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Established in 2013, CKV Solutions, LLC is an Email Marketing company. The small team focuses on Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thessaloniki, Greece
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PromoTech Greece is a social media marketing agency launched in 1987. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thessaloniki, Greece
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SocialMe.gr is a social media marketing company. Their small team is in Thessaloniki, Greece. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Condes, Chile
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Altera is a small Las Condes, Chile-based SMS Marketing company. Their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Condes, Chile
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ConnectUs is a SMS Marketing company. Their small team is in Las Condes, Chile and Chorrillos, Peru. Their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kowloon, Hong Kong
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SMS Marketing company UFOSend eMarketing Inc. Ltd is in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Their services include SMS Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brecksville, OH
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The Hanna Collaborative LLC is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2023, the team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The agency is based in Brecksville, Ohio.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Email Marketing company Sent Marketing was established in 2023. The small team specializes in Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ibagué, Colombia
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Gazu Technology is a social media marketing firm established in 2020. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cali, Colombia
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In Cali, Colombia, Click One Colombia is a social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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SMS Marketing company Colombia SMS was founded in 2011. The company offers SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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Conectar.biz is a SMS Marketing company. They specialize in SMS Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tunja, Colombia
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Anbu is a SMS Marketing company launched in 2018. Their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San José, Costa Rica
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Sms 506 Costa Rica, a SMS Marketing company, was founded in 2010. The team offers SMS Marketing and Email Marketing and is based in San José, Costa Rica.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Paquera, Costa Rica
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Costa Rica SEO Experts is a SMS Marketing company. They are based in Paquera, Costa Rica, and their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jakarta, Indonesia
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Mysmsmasking is a SMS Marketing company. They were launched in 2015, and their services include SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jakarta, Indonesia
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Promediautama is a social media marketing firm. They were established in 2019 and offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Letterkenny, Ireland
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Sendmode is a SMS Marketing company established in 2008. Headquartered in Letterkenny, Ireland, the team specializes in SMS Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Donal Dold is an Email Marketing company. The Tullamore, Ireland-based company offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kingston, Jamaica
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Dfibrand is a social media marketing agency. The small Kingston, Jamaica-based team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing. The firm was founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9عمّان, Jordan
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Everest Software is an Email Marketing company based in عمّان, Jordan. Launched in 2016, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Systechzone, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2018. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Al-fuheis, Jordan.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Luxembourg, Luxembourg
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Next2One is an Email Marketing company. Their small team is based in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Their team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Actuate Digital Solution, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2016. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Ortiz Media Solutions is a social media marketing firm launched in 2022. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Savannah Data Solutions Limited is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2020, the company provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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WAPPCard is a small Dublin, Ireland-based SMS Marketing company. The team focuses on SMS Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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SMS Marketing company SMS Deals Inc offers SMS Marketing and Email Marketing. They were established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashik, India
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Digital Innovation Services is a social media marketing agency. Based in Nashik, India, the agency was established in 2019. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rahwali, Pakistan
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Eagale Solutions is an Email Marketing company. The Rahwali, Pakistan-based agency was launched in 2015. Their services include Email Marketing and Web Design.
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Digital Jewels Co is a social media marketing agency. They were founded in 2019, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Founded in 2020, ACRR Solutions is a Marketing Strategy company. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is located in Taguig, Philippines.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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624 Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the firm was founded in 2016. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Small Email Marketing company Morelight Ecommerce, is headquartered in Devon, Pennsylvania. Their services include Email Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Launched in 2020, Mentis Collective is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Wild Rover, an Email Marketing company, is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They focus on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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List of the Top 15 Email Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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38.5/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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37.3/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 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+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 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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$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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$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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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32.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 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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$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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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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36.5/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Randwick, Australia
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31.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999San Jose, CA
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36.8/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience8/10 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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33.3/40.017.4/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 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
80% Email Marketing20% 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.