42connect

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Security Systems provider for both commercial and residential applications. Monitored alarms, video surveillance, access control, gate automation, etc President

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire 42connect, and what were your goals?

We completed an acquisition in late 2021. Needed to merge websites and increase traffic and sales leads.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

42 Connect was referred to us and we were not that happy with our original partner. They proposed a solution and we moved forward with them and have been extremely happy ever since.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and campaigns.

Merge two websites, enhance content, work with our personnel to better understand our industry, and get the company name out to more people (which has happened)

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We had a project lead and one SEO specialist. Communication was great throughout the process

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Traffic has increased since day one, leads are coming in on a regular basis, almost daily, which was not the case prior to the project kicking off.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Communication is key with our business and was the same with 42 Connect. Each step of the way we would have a zoom call and they explained what was needed, being done, and next steps. Smooth, clean, efficient process.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

No issues and very easy. We're busy running our own business and this project did not bog us down. They took the lead and we interjected only when absolutely necessary.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Zero

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of Mattress Mill. We manufacture mattresses that can be bought directly from us. Our business has been running for 36 years.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with 42connect?

We were trying to find the correct marketing and advertising path that would for us. We also got tired of having to pay for TV spots all the time. Hence, we wanted to delve away from traditional advertising by investing more in our website, which was what we hired 42connect for.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We’ve been working with 42connect for almost 10 years, and they’ve done a lot of work for us. This includes developing and designing two different websites from scratch, as well as redesigning another one. They also maintain and host these sites for us. Additionally, their team provides SEO and PPC services for us. They help us with conducting keyword research, writing blog content, and running paid ads across various platforms, including Google, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

What is the team composition?

We work with several people from their team, including Brian (Partner & Digital Marketing Director), who’s our main point of contact.

How did you come to work with 42connect?

We found out about them through a website they built for a different mattress business.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent between $50,000–$100,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in January 2013, and it’s still an ongoing engagement.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Since working with 42connect, we’ve seen consistent improvements in terms of leads, website traffic, and conversions. Overall, we’ve been very happy with their work, which is why we continue to work with them.

How did 42connect perform from a project management standpoint?

They’ve done a great job of meeting deadlines and staying within budget. Moreover, they always send us reports that tell us lots of various data indicating what they’re doing and what metrics have decreased or increased. This basically helps us know what’s going on all the time. For communication, we use email and phone calls.

What did you find most impressive about them?

We really like how honest they are about their work They always test and analyze the results to see if what they’re doing is really working or not. They also provide data to show us how they know that.

Are there any areas they could improve on?

I can’t think of anything.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We own a coffee roasting company. I am one of the co-owners of the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire 42connect?

42 connect manages everything for us as it pertains to all aspects of our online presence. They also have designed packaging for us over the years.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

42 connect was a start up like ourselves when we selected them. The initial factors were affordability and the fact that they were a small shop and we would be a focus. Over the years as they have grown, the experience and resources they have and can offer would make it very difficult for me to move on from them.

Describe the project in detail and walk through their service package.

42 connect did a complete branding relaunch of our company, website and ecommerce platform. They have continued to manage and have continued to help make us and our brands relevant online.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

our main contact is Brian F. one of the owners of 42 connect. we have also worked with their project managers and content managers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We have had great success with all projects that 42 connect has been the point on.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow and communication has been great.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They have provide a tremendous amount of resources for an outfit their size. Their ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously is remarkable.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

no

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the marketing operations lead for RK Industries, a construction company. We operate seven businesses that provide specialty contracting services, prefabricated solutions, and modular systems.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with 42connect?

We needed help building and maintaining our website.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

42connect has designed and built our website, created content, and managed our SEO maintenance and digital marketing campaigns.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 2–5 members of 42connect’s team.

How did you come to work with 42connect?

They’re close to my geographic location, their pricing fits our budget, and they offer good value for the cost.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in July 2021, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We’ve seen improvements in our campaign analytics, overall website health, and flow of traffic to the website. We also appreciate 42connect’s quick turnaround times and quality of communication.

How did 42connect perform from a project management standpoint?

42connect always delivers on time. We communicate via email and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

42connect’s timely response time and willingness to help with any random request we throw their way are impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, Kerstin is wonderful!

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP, Sales and Marketing of United Stars, Inc

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Manufacturing

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 42connect to accomplish?

• SEO, PPC management
• design help
• Help with creative

SOLUTION

How did you find 42connect?

Referral

Why did you select 42connect over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from 42connect were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Monthly deliverable -SEO Report, websitemanagement/updates, content updates

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Encreased traffic and improved site functionality

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Project management- Kerstin does a good job keeping communication and project management. As far as deliverables- improvement is desired (takes longer than promised, to complete)

What was your primary form of communication with 42connect?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We like the approach towards the clients - we don't feel like we are just one of many clients, just another account. They know our business and our employees well. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something 42connect could have done differently?

Yes - improvement in terms of completing projects and meeting deadlines. 

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CMO of Firefighters Community Credit Union, a not-for-profit, member-owned financial cooperative offering banking services such as savings, loans, and online banking to anyone in select counties, with a focus on personal service and returning profits to members.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire 42connect to accomplish for your credit union?

We needed help with a website refresh and continued SEO efforts.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

42connect has designed and developed a new website and provided continued SEO development and optimization across the site, focusing on whatever credit union mission we are zeroed in on. The team has also created content.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 2–5 members of 42connect’s team.

How did you come to work with 42connect?

They were referred to me, and I chose them because they were a great culture fit and offered good value for the cost.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from April 2022—July 2023

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

42connect has completed our website, and we’re still doing SEO improvements to this day. We’ve increased our ranking on specific keywords that we’re targeting.

How did 42connect perform from a project management standpoint?

42connect’s team is reliable and provides a fast turnaround. We communicate via virtual meetings.

What did you find most impressive about them?

42connect’s fast turnaround is impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, they’ve done a great job.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the Marketing manager of an engineering company. We provide multi-discipline engineering, architecture, and surveying services for industrial, manufacturing, utility, municipal, and commercial clients, designing essential facilities and infrastructure to support their operations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with 42connect?

We needed to create a new website that was easy to update and manage and improved the user experience for potential clients, partners, and job seekers.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

42connect designed and developed our company website using WordPress. The site included a full-site search, main navigation with dropdown menus, layout flexibility, and improved site hierarchy and modernized design with interactive elements.

What is the team composition?

We worked with 2–5 teammates from 42connect.

How did you come to work with 42connect?

Someone referred 42connect to me. I chose them over other options because they were close to my geographic location, their pricing fit our budget, they offered good value for the cost, and their company values aligned with ours.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from April–November 2025.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

It’s too soon to share specific metrics because we only launched a few weeks ago. However, users have given positive feedback about the new website, saying it’s easier to navigate and find what they’re looking for. It’s also simple to find our contact information and more engaging and modern.

How did 42connect perform from a project management standpoint?

42connect stayed in contact with us via email and kept us posted on our site’s progress on a regular basis. They were quick to respond to our questions to keep the project moving forward.

What did you find most impressive about them?

42connect was very kind and easy to work with. They listened to our concerns and addressed them. The team was happy to answer any questions we had and provided training once we were ready to launch.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There were just a few minor things they could have improved on, but nothing major.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

VP Marketing and Automation of an Electrica Wholesaler

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire 42connect, and what were your goals?

We used 42 connect for our existing SEO and PPC and huge success, our goals was to create a user friendly website/e commerce platform.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We've gone with 42connect as they are a trusted existing partner.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

our first step was to analyze our existing solution and establish any present challenges and changes we wanted to see in the new solution

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

we had 4 key people including graph design and database Magento configuration, we also had a project manager at 42 connect

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

at present we are nearing completion of the project

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

we had 2 meetings per week, this greatly helped in maintaining momentum and assure both parties completed tasks.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The team consisted of specialists in all aspects of web design and digital marketing.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

We should have had a larger team on our end to keep up with schedule outlined by 42 connect.