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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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$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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$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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$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Udaipur, India
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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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MedicProspects is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 2018. The firm provides Marketing Strategy and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tulsa, OK
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See all 1 projectsScotch Marketing provides comprehensive digital marketing services, including website management, online marketing, and social media. Overall feedback highlights their exceptional work quality and effective communication. Clients appreciate the personal relationships and dedication to their projects, indicating strong satisfaction with Scotch Marketing's performance.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New Haven, CT
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Based in New Haven, Connecticut and Pune, India, Zinoit is a midsize Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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DigitalParc is a SEO agency. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and the firm is in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Response Labs Inc. Is a CRM consulting and SI company. Launched in 2014, their team focuses on CRM consulting and SI and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 5 projectsCustomersAce offers data-driven Email Marketing services, including highly targeted email outreach and email automation. The overall feedback from clients highlights their effectiveness in increasing customer engagement and acquisition, as well as their proficiency in leveraging data analytics. While their project management is generally commendable, minor improvements in communication and transparency have been suggested.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Saghata, Bangladesh
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Lead Gen Point, a Market Research company, is based in Saghata, Bangladesh. They provide Market Research and Email Marketing and were launched in 2021.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Email Marketing company Outbound Pharma was established in 2017. The agency specializes in Email Marketing and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pretoria, South Africa
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Email Marketing company Nexar Growth Group was founded in 2021. The team offers Email Marketing and Direct Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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DirectB2BLeads, a Direct Marketing company, was launched in 2024. The small team focuses on Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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DigitalSmartSites, a social media marketing agency, is based in New York, New York. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Edinburgh, Scotland
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Cello Signal is an user experience company in Edinburgh, Scotland and Cheltenham, England. They provide UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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See all 1 projectsEngr Sharif Dewan - SEO & Digital Marketing Specialist provides comprehensive SEO and digital marketing services, including on-page SEO. Reviews highlight satisfaction with their services, noting the firm's excellent and organized teamwork and effective project management. Clients particularly commend the quality of their SEO services and the positive impact on revenue generation.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Doncaster East, Australia
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Launched in 2016, automatico, a small CRM consulting and SI company, is headquartered in Doncaster East, Australia. Their team provides CRM consulting and SI and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9North Strathfield, Australia
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Boko Digital Solutions, a small Digital Strategy company, is based in North Strathfield, Australia. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Burlingame, CA
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AdLift is a branding company. Their team is based in Burlingame, California and Gurugram, India and specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Conversion Optimization company GrowthGenius was founded in 2016. The firm focuses on Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Częstochowa, Poland
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See all 1 projectsClick Leaders provides branding and growth strategy services, earning high praise for their dedication and responsive communication. Clients appreciate their thorough audits and strategic insights, which have successfully revitalized stagnant projects. The overall feedback highlights Click Leaders' impressive commitment to client needs and their ability to foster new business momentum.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Glendale, NY
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The Seo Buzz, a Content Marketing company, is located in Glendale, New York. They focus on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Champlin, MN
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BizzyWeb, a Content Marketing company, was founded in 1999. The firm specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Berlin, Germany
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Marketing Envoy is an Email Marketing company. Their team is based in Berlin, Germany. The agency offers Email Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ambler, PA
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Elysium Marketing Group, a branding company, is located in Ambler, Pennsylvania. They provide Branding and Email Marketing and were founded in 2015.
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Miller Media Management is a social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2013. The agency is in Kihei, Hawaii.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Long Ashton, England
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Located in Long Ashton, England, Clifton Web Design is a web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerFort Lauderdale, FL
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See all 3 projectsCity Girl Digital is a digital marketing firm specializing in social media and campaign strategy. Reviews reflect mixed feedback, with 67% highlighting successful project outcomes, effective communication, and strategic insights, while 33% report dissatisfaction due to unfulfilled commitments and poor communication. The firm's expertise in integrating social media with CRM systems and utilizing latest marketing trends is noted positively by clients.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, MA
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Garvey Communication Associates Inc. (GCAi) is an Email Marketing company. The company is in Springfield, Massachusetts. Their team provides Email Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Santa Ana, CA
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Founded in 2007, Agency 51 Advertising is an Advertising company. The firm provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFrankfurt am Main, Germany
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Campaign Connect is a small Digital Strategy and Email Marketing company founded in 2023. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Gdańsk, Poland
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Email Marketing company GetResponse was founded in 1998. In Gdańsk, Poland, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerMilano, Italy
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Sigma Digital is an Email Marketing company launched in 2020. Located in Milano, Italy, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Pearl River, NY
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Reach Marketing, LLC is an Email Marketing company. Their midsize team of employees is based in Pearl River, New York. Their team specializes in Email Marketing and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerVail, CO
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See all 1 projectsGeneration Lead specializes in lead generation and sales services, offering expertise in prospecting, creating ideal customer profiles, and conducting sales calls. Reviews highlight their ability to effectively connect with niche markets and establish new operational systems. Clients appreciate their proactive approach and successful outcomes, such as generating numerous leads and securing meetings, reflecting a well-received collaboration process.
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Silicon Edge, a PR firm, was founded in 2020. The team specializes in Public Relations and Market Research.
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In Vero Beach, Florida, Internet Leads Us is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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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+$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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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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36.7/40.017.2/20 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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$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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32/40.016.4/20 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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$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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32.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 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
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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.