Ascend is a distinguished, award-winning global public relations consultancy firm with an impressive track record of success. With a robust portfolio of over 2,000 clients spanning various industries, we have demonstrated our ability to cater to a diverse range of needs and objectives. Our extensive network includes more than 900 strategic partnerships with leading publications and media houses around the world, ensuring that our clients' messages reach their target audiences effectively and efficiently.
At Ascend, we are dedicated to evolving, promoting, and protecting our clients' brands through a comprehensive and innovative approach. We work closely with businesses to develop and execute tailored communication strategies that enhance their reputation, drive engagement, and achieve measurable results. Our global presence and deep industry expertise empower us to navigate the complexities of today's dynamic marketplace, delivering impactful solutions that elevate brand visibility and foster long-term success.
Min project size
$1,000+
Hourly rate
Undisclosed
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
Irvine, CA
Year founded
Founded 2020
2 Locations
Irvine , CA
Irvine , CA
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$1,000+
Avg. hourly rate
Undisclosed
Rating for cost
4.9
/5
What Clients Have Said
Ascend Agency offers competitive pricing with good value for cost across various projects. Clients reported costs ranging from $15,000 to $500,000 monthly, emphasizing their budget alignment and high-quality service delivery.
Clients appreciate the transparency and reliability of Ascend Agency's processes. Their clear communication and commitment to delivering promised results foster trust and confidence.
Room for Improved Communication Speed
While generally praised for communication, one client noted that the speed of communication could be improved. This suggests a minor area for potential enhancement.
Expertise in PR and Content Creation
Ascend Agency is noted for their expertise in crafting compelling stories and securing valuable media placements. Their proficiency in PR and content creation is highly valued by clients.
Flexibility and Adaptability
The agency is commended for its flexibility in adjusting agreements and strategies to meet changing client needs. This adaptability is cited as a positive aspect of their service.
Strong Project Management
The agency is praised for its organized project management, timely delivery, and responsiveness. Clients consistently report that Ascend Agency meets deadlines and communicates effectively, ensuring project goals are achieved.
High Ratings and Referrals
Many clients chose Ascend Agency based on high ratings and referrals. This indicates a strong reputation in the industry, with client recommendations serving as a testament to their quality of service.
"All items are delivered on time without any issues."
Jun 18, 2024
CEO & Founder, Sea Shore
Anonymous
Advertising & marketing
Halifax, Nova Scotia
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Ascend Agency created press materials for a digital agency. The deliverables were used for the client's customers.
Ascend Agency delivered everything smoothly and on time. The team was prompt, supportive, and detail-oriented.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the CEO & Founder of Sea Shore
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Digital Agency
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ascend Agency to accomplish?
Press Services
SOLUTION
How did you find Ascend Agency?
Friend
Why did you select Ascend Agency over others?
High ratings
Great culture fit
Company values aligned
How many teammates from Ascend Agency were assigned to this project?
1 Employee
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
I work directly with george to have press delivered to me and multiple clients of mine.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
All press has always been delivered and on time without any issues. Along with payments being very smooth.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
All items are delivered on time without any issues.
What was your primary form of communication with Ascend Agency?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Personal connection to clients, the ease of use and the custom tailored services they assist with if you are unsure about certain aspects of press.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Ascend Agency could have done differently?
As from what I can tell, no.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
PR Services for Communications Company
Public Relations
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
4.0
"We've been impressed with their offerings and high-level of service."
May 9, 2024
Managing Partner, Communications Company
Anonymous
Verified
Advertising & marketing
Santa Fe, New Mexico
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Ascend Agency provides ongoing PR services for a communications company. The goal is to publish articles for end clients on major media outlets around the world.
The client has been satisfied with Ascend Agency's work and performance. The team delivers quality articles on time and is communicative and attentive through virtual meetings, emails, and messaging apps. Overall, they provide an excellent service; there's no need for improvements.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Managing Partner of an advertising & marketing company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Communications
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ascend Agency to accomplish?
Publishing
SOLUTION
How did you find Ascend Agency?
Online Search
Why did you select Ascend Agency over others?
High ratings
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
How many teammates from Ascend Agency were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
We rely on Ascend to help us publish articles for our clients on major media outlets around the world
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Quality of articles and publishing times
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
The team is very communicative and attentive
What was your primary form of communication with Ascend Agency?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
We've been impressed with their offerings and high-level of service
Are there any areas for improvement or something Ascend Agency could have done differently?
Not that I can think of
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
4.0
NPS
PR & Advertising for Digital Mktg & Advertising Agency
AdvertisingPublic Relations
$10,000 to $49,999
Apr. - May 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They were great and communicated well throughout the campaign."
May 8, 2024
CMO, Digital Marketing & Advertising Agency
Anonymous
Verified
Advertising & marketing
Newport Beach, California
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Ascend Agency provided PR and advertising services to a digital and advertising agency. They assisted the client in landing article placements on major publication's websites.
Ascend Agency helped the client secure article placements in various publications. Their team was great and easy to work with. They also communicated effectively through email, messaging apps, and virtual meetings.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the CMO of an advertising & marketing company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Digital Marketing and Advertising
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ascend Agency to accomplish?
Public Relations / Digital Advertising
SOLUTION
How did you find Ascend Agency?
Referral
Why did you select Ascend Agency over others?
High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned
How many teammates from Ascend Agency were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
JJ and the Ascend team are amazing to work with. My go to for all needs PR. They helped my company land placements in major sites like Rolling Stone, USA Today and more which has been massive for increasing trust, sales and bottom line revenue. Couldn’t recommend them enough.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
News article placements on various publications
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Yes, they were great and communicated very well throughout the campaign.
What was your primary form of communication with Ascend Agency?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Super easy to work with.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Ascend Agency could have done differently?
n/a
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"JJ and the Ascend team are amazing to work with. My go to for all needs PR. They helped my company land placements in major sites like Rolling Stone, USA Today and more which has been massive for increasing trust, sales and bottom line revenue. Couldn’t recommend them enough.
PR, Advertising & Content Marketing for Marketing Agency
AdvertisingContent MarketingPublic Relations
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. - Apr. 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Ascend Agency delivered everything on time with care and attention."
Apr 22, 2024
Publicist, Clearcut
Anonymous
Verified
Advertising & marketing
Keyport, New Jersey
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Ascend Agency provided PR and advertising services for a marketing agency. Ascend Agency was responsible for improving the client's marketing credibility by creating content.
Ascend Agency delivered credible content, and the quantified views met the client's expectations. The team demonstrated impressive attention to detail and care. Ascend Agency delivered work on time and was responsive via email and virtual meetings.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Publicist of Clearcut
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Marketing Agency
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ascend Agency to accomplish?
Marketing Credibility.
SOLUTION
How did you find Ascend Agency?
Online Search
Why did you select Ascend Agency over others?
Great culture fit
How many teammates from Ascend Agency were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
They delivered credible content.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Quantified views.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Ascend Agency delivered everything on time with care and attention.
What was your primary form of communication with Ascend Agency?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The attention to details.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Ascend Agency could have done differently?
N/a
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Media Placement for Digital Marketing Company
Other MarketingPublic Relations
Less than $10,000
April 2024
4.5
Quality
4.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They are very fast and flexible to deliver the work."
Apr 11, 2024
Content Marketing Manager, Digital Marketing Company
Anonymous
Verified
Advertising & marketing
Plano, Texas
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Ascend Agency helped a digital marketing company with their media placement efforts. The team specifically published one of the client's editorial articles on a news site.
Ascend Agency successfully got the client's editorial article published on a news site. The team worked very fast and was flexible around work delivery. Moreover, they offered a wide range of media placements, as well as transparency regarding costs. They communicated via emails and messages.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Content Marketing Manager of an advertising & marketing company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Digital Marketing, Websites, SEO, Content Creation, PPC, Social Media
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire Ascend Agency to accomplish?
Media Placements
SOLUTION
How did you find Ascend Agency?
Referral
Why did you select Ascend Agency over others?
Good value for cost
Referred to me
How many teammates from Ascend Agency were assigned to this project?
1 Employee
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Got an editorial article we wrote published on a news site.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Editorial article live on the news website.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Once you've done your first project with them and worked out your preferences, they are very fast and flexible to deliver the work.
What was your primary form of communication with Ascend Agency?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The range of media placements available. I love their spreadsheet pricing view of everything available.
Are there any areas for improvement or something Ascend Agency could have done differently?
I would like to eventually be able to submit a request for a media placement directly on the pricing page instead of emailing. I would also like an improvement in their copywriting services, but we are happy to write our own to ensure it fits our needs and appreciate that they allow that.
RATINGS
4.5
Quality
4.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"We have yet to find another company that offers a service like Ascend Agency!
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25 Reviews
Locations (2)
18300 Von Karman Avenue, Suite 880Irvine, CA,
United States92612
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