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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 7 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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsQlogic Digital offers digital marketing services with a focus on SEO and paid marketing. According to the reviews, the company is praised for its excellent teamwork, effective communication, and experienced personnel. Clients highlight their satisfaction with the project outcomes, although there is a mention of room for improvement. Overall, Qlogic Digital is seen as a reliable partner for digital marketing initiatives.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Abridge is a Sales Outsourcing company in Dhaka, Bangladesh and West Miami, Florida. They provide Sales Outsourcing and Web Design.
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chandler, AZ
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Founded in 2018, SumoLab Total Business Marketing is a CRM consulting and SI company. In Chandler, Arizona, the team offers CRM consulting and SI and Branding.
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See all 1 projectsSaleSpeak | Transforming Leads into Loyal Clients At SaleSpeak, we understand businesses' challenges in finding and engaging with the right audience. Whether you want to scale, close more deals, or
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Victoria, Canada
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Stand Out Online Marketing Inc. Is a social media marketing agency. The firm is in Victoria, Canada. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10,000+London, England
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Advertising company Sapient Razorfish was founded in 1990. The company specializes in Advertising and Branding, and is large.
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10Times is an Email Marketing company. The company is located in New York, New York and Noida, India. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria and Ikeja, Nigeria, Norda Creative Limited is a web design company. The team specializes in Web Design and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerEast Longmeadow, MA
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DEL PADRE DIGITAL is a SEO services firm. In East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, the firm was launched in 1991. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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See all 1 projectsKava Digital Marketing specializes in SEO optimization, including backlink gap analysis, keyword research, and website quality audits. Reviews highlight their professionalism, effective communication skills, and the ability to deliver measurable outcomes such as increased website traffic. Clients express high satisfaction with their services, noting their thorough and proactive approach.
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Leadsynclink SEO & Web Solutions is a web design company. In Parramatta, Australia, their team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Austin, TX
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Marketing Strategy company Shift Paradigm is headquartered in Austin, Texas and Scottsdale, Arizona. They provide Marketing Strategy and cloud consulting & SI and were founded in 2010.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Sheridan, WY
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Vehom is a SEO company. The Sheridan, Wyoming-based firm was founded in 2002. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Meshkat Axon is a small Email Marketing company launched in 2012. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Wake Forest, NC
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WePushPixels, a branding firm, is located in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Launched in 2015, the team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bhubaneswar, India
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Small custom software development firm InnoverenIT, is based in Bhubaneswar, India. Their services include Custom Software Development and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chennai, India
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See all 1 projectsGreyLeads offers mobile application development services for both Android and iOS platforms. The overall feedback from reviews highlights their excellent design and high-speed development capabilities, along with effective project management and communication. Clients are particularly impressed with their use of the latest technology, contributing to measurable positive outcomes such as increased sales.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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Goviral, an Advertising company, specialize in Advertising and Content Marketing. They were founded in 2018.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Fllixx is a small Indore, India-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Meta Vers Studios, a Digital Strategy company, is located in Canton, Georgia. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Enderby, England
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See all 1 projectsRR Webdesign specializes in website development and Google advertising optimization. Clients praise their effective communication, timely delivery, and depth of knowledge in their field. Overall feedback indicates increased sales and improved search engine outcomes, underscoring their capability and reliability in delivering desired results.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Richardson, TX
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Established in 2014, Mindtap Digital is a web design agency. In Richardson, Texas, the team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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WESEBO® is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, the agency was founded in 2016. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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The Sms World - Best Digital Marketing Company in Chandigarh is a social media marketing agency founded in 2008. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Caistor, England
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Systematic is a graphic design agency founded in 1975. Located in Caistor, England, the team focuses on Graphic Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlington, VT
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Syron Design is a Burlington, Vermont-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Winnipeg, Canada
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Only Nü is an Email Marketing company. Located in Winnipeg, Canada, the team provides Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Core Tech IT Services Pvt. Ltd. Is a small social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2014.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Social Orange is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2015. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Barcelona, Spain
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Launched in 2009, Mediatics is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Perth, Australia
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Clue Design is a Digital Strategy company headquartered in South Perth, Australia. They focus on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing and were established in 1997.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 1994, JP Enterprises is a print design company. The team offers Print Design and Email Marketing and is in Lawrence, Pennsylvania.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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INexxus is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2008. The agency focuses on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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Idea180 is a Hollywood, Florida-based Content Marketing company. They focus on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Garston, England
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Established in 2006, Yoma is a small Content Marketing company in Garston, England and Warrington, England. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Spencer Kinney | Menomonie Web Development Agency is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49La Grange, IL
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RyTech LLC, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2012. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Detroit, MI
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Marketing Supply Co., a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2015. The team provides Content Marketing and Digital Strategy and is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sarleinsbach, Austria
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Combeenation, an UX company, specializes in UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy. The firm is in Sarleinsbach, Austria.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49West Lake Hills, TX
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CRM consulting and SI company KELL Partners was founded in 2009. The firm provides CRM consulting and SI and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charleston, SC
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Email Marketing company The Modern Connection offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2009.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Auckland, New Zealand
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Launched in 2014, Calibrate Digital Marketing is an Email Marketing company. The team offers Email Marketing and UX/UI Design and is located in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Flexy Negócios Digitais is a software development company. They are headquartered in Florianópolis, Brazil and have small team. They focus on Custom Software Development and E-Commerce
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Established in 1999, Right Idea Media & Creative is a small Advertising company located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Their team focuses on Advertising and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Thessaloniki, Greece
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ArtAbout eCommerce Agency is a PPC company. Their team is located in Thessaloniki, Greece and Greece. The firm provides Pay Per Click and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Omaha, NE
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Small Content Marketing company GoLeads, is in Omaha, Nebraska. The team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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WEmanage - website management, a Content Marketing company, is based in Israel. The team provides Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Launched in 2017, Web Digital is a Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Greensboro, NC
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Founded in 2002, Xtern Software, Inc. Is a Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing and is based in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cambridge, MA
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Fire&Spark, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2008. The agency specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 Email Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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39/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Ahmedabad, India
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$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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$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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35.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.4/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 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+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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33.1/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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36.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Windham, NH
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32.1/40.017/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 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+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lostwithiel, England
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31.4/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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31.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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31/40.018/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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40/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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37.3/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49McLean, VA
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32.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Colbert, WA
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Email Marketing40% 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.