We've been helping organizations engineer growth since 1999.
At August Ash, we solve complex business problems by designing, developing, and supporting digital marketing strategies and websites.
What if your website and digital marketing tactics were attracting and converting prospects on a consistent basis? We work with our partners from digital marketing engagement to full website rebuilds in aligning strategy, sales, marketing, and technology.
25 Years in Business
A team of digital marketing veterans helping clients grow their businesses online since 1999, less than a year after Google was founded
16+ Capabilities
High-quality solutions for all of your marketing needs. Every growing business requires a unique strategy, and we're here to develop a solution that leads you towards growth.
160+ Clients
Serving manufacturing, distribution, e-commerce, professional services, and specialty retail businesses from all over.
506% E-Commerce ROAS
Impressions, clicks, engagement - they're all important. But at the end of the day, it all comes down to ad spend.
In the end, we're dedicated to creating a digital experience that aligns with your strategy and converts leads.
Min project size
$10,000+
Hourly rate
$150 - $199 / hr
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
Bloomington, MN
Year founded
Founded 1999
Languages
Timezones
1 Language that we service
English
4 Timezones that we service
CST
Central Standard Time (CST)
EST
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
MST
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
PST
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
1 Locations
Bloomington , MN
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$10,000+
Avg. hourly rate
$150 - $199
/hr
Rating for cost
4.6
/5
What Clients Have Said
August Ash offers competitive pricing and good value for cost, with clients noting that their budgets were accommodated. Specific project costs weren't detailed, but clients consistently highlighted the firm's responsiveness and effective communication throughout project management.
Overall, clients express high satisfaction with August Ash's services, noting successful project outcomes and ongoing support. Many clients continue to engage with them for future projects.
Communication Challenges Noted
A few clients mentioned challenges with August Ash's choice of communication tools, such as Basecamp, which some found cumbersome. However, they acknowledged the team's responsiveness and willingness to address these issues.
Team Expertise and Specialization
Clients value the expertise and specialization of August Ash team members, who bring a wealth of knowledge to projects and contribute to successful outcomes.
Proactive and Adaptive Approach
August Ash is recognized for their proactive approach in understanding client needs and adapting their strategies accordingly. They offer innovative solutions and ensure projects align with client goals.
Effective Project Management
Clients commend August Ash for their diligent project management, timely deliveries, and effective communication. They keep projects on track and ensure all stakeholders are informed, making them reliable partners.
Positive Impact on Business Metrics
August Ash's work often leads to improved business metrics, such as increased website traffic, engagement, and conversion rates. Clients appreciate the measurable impact on their digital presence.
Custom Software DevelopmentWeb DesignWeb Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Feb. 2023 - July 2024
5.0
Quality
4.5
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They ensured we always knew exactly where things stood in the project."
Jul 12, 2024
Digital Programs Manager, Nonprofit Organization
Brad Garner
Verified
Other industries
Chicago, Illinois
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash redesigned a 27-language Drupal website with custom module work for a nonprofit organization. They also provided content migration and post-launch support.
August Ash seamlessly collaborated with the client. The team is detail-oriented, prompt, and responsive.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Digital Programs Manager of a nonprofit organization.
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit that advocates for a meaninfgul unity between science, philosophy, and religion by publishing a consequential and large book in 27 languages to a worldwide audience.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Drupal website redesign and build with custom module work
A Mobile-first website with best-possible user experience
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Online Search
Why did you select August Ash over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
High-quality portfolio
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
A complete redesign of a 27-language website in Drupal, replacing an aging former website. The project went through a well-ordered 7-step process. We always clearly understood where we were in this process:
Research. User persona and site analytics review
Plan. Sitemap, Wireframes, user expereince discussion
Design. Mockups of representative pages of the new website, with feedback solicited from us.
Build. Fontend and backend software development, along with content migration by our staff during this time.
Launch. Handoff of a complete, functioning website to our 3rd party operations contractor
Post-launch support. Two weeks of assistance after website launched
Grow. Discussions about follow-up projects
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Each phase of this complex body of work has demonstrable outcomes that seem too lengthy to list here. Suffice to say: the design phase cultimated in visual documents we signed off on; the build phase produced a functioning website we were able to complete building by migrating content; and the launch phase resulting in a fast, mobile-friendly, standards-compliant website releasing that receive instant positive feedback from key stakeholders.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
August ash is extremely well-ordered. Frankly, their project management orderliness rubbed off on us, making us a stronger organization as a result.
August Ash delivered on time with only one exception: the build phase of the project was delayed because of other projects August Ash had in progress. However, the cause of this was our delays and change orders in the prior phase, which caused our project to begin mis-aligning to their larger overall project portfolio. The delay in the build phase was therefore entirely understandable and caused no serious problem for us.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Most impressive is their core value of communication. They live this value, and it shows. They ensured we always knew exactly where things stood in the project. I can only count a few minor instances where a communication was delayed by a day or two longer than I would have liked. For a nearly 1.5 year project, that is impressive.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
It's possible that for clients like us, August Ash's upfront project planning and timeline might take into more detailed consideration the client's internal deliberative and decision-making processes. We had an aging but still-serviceable and functioning website, so the time pressure common to website projects was irrelevant for us.
Our organizational culture required more deliberations and buy-in from key stakeholders throughout the project. In some respects, despite our small size our deliberative process resembles that of a large corporation or government agency. I am fully confident August Ash is capable of delivering a project like ours in as little as 4 months! but given our organizaiton's culture it simply required 16 months. It's possible this could have been only 12 months if upfront planning had anticipated our protracted scheduling needs (although hindsight is always 20/20).
RATINGS
5.0
"I suspect this was a challenging project for both our organizations, and we both grew a lot because of August's Ash's unshakeable commitment to forging a partnership where understanding and patience are always sought. I simply cannot overstate how much I valued working with them. Their technical work was excellent, but what truly stands out are the VALUES that motivate all their work."
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
"Outstanding knowledge of Drupal and custom coding. Only room for improvement might be fewer initial bugs to find during quality assurance; a few of them seemed avoidable."
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
"Almost all project delays were caused by our organization and are not accountable to August Ash."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Drupal websites are famously expensive and difficult. I marvel at the quality of product and engagement we cost for the price we paid."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"They live their company values—good values. You don't find that often in the world today. When you do, the wise person will always work with people like this.
Website Development for Landscape Supplies Company
API DevelopmentWeb DesignWeb Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Feb. - Nov. 2025
4.0
Quality
4.5
Schedule
4.5
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
4.5
"They were very ccommodating, kind, and helpful throughout."
Dec 3, 2025
Marketing Director, Landscape Supplies Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Burnsville, Minnesota
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash combined three existing websites into one, higher-functioning, and better-designed platform. The site was equipped with an online catalog, a coverage calculator, an inspiration space, and more.
August Ash delivered the site with all the required features. Although the client experienced some communication issues with the team, they were impressed with August Ash's down-to-earth approach and eagerness to work on the project. The client was satisfied with the end result.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Marketing Director of an other industries company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We are a Landscape Supply company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Refreshed Web Design and Improved Functionality
Combine multiple existing websites
Position website for ecommerce without fully launching
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Referral
Why did you select August Ash over others?
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Take the existing 3 websites and combine the content and material into a higher functioning and well-designed website. The website was to be readily usable for both contractors and homeowners as our 2 main audiences.
We requested the following:
Online catalog - equipped to move into e-commerce in the future
ability to do mass updates/changes via spreadsheet and sync with site
Coverage Calculator
Inspiration space for projects
Events
Quote/Delivery/Pick-Up request form similar to cart format
As much autonomy as possible post-launch
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Completed Site with required features functioning
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
I would say we stayed on track timeline-wise. However, I do think there was a little disconnect as far as how much time our team would need to complete our tasks.
Additionally, I didn't love that the main source of communication was basecamp. I found the tool to be clunky and also felt like I wasn't able to communicate in a timely fashion often making scheduling meetings more time consuming with longer turn around times.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
I thought they had a down-to-earth approach and an eagerness to work on our project. They explained things to the team during the proposal phase that made team members feel like they could understand the scope of the project even with little-to-no background in website development and design.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
A few things to go over:
I mentioned communication earlier. However, to reiterate, I didn't like the communication platform. I felt like there was often a lag in communication especially when work times didn't align.
There were several times when it felt like there was a disconnect or lack of communication in general which led to frustration.
Example A: When we agreed to pay August Ash for the full development and design of the site, it is understandable that an additional $1,000+ fee for fonts would catch us off-guard. I think that any additional costs that will be at the expense of our team should be discussed prior to moving forward on the design front. I understand the need for webfonts and that the design team selects them based on their expertise but we weren't given the opportunity to discuss budget for this and had to backtrack when we were presented with what to purchase it wasn't a good fit budget-wise. I would recommend this become part of the process before mock-ups are drafted.
Example B: From the very start of this project we indicated that it was important for our team to have autonomy and control over our website post-launch. But, unfortunately, had to bring this up multiple times throughout the process and it did feel at times like there was resistance.
Example C: We tried to give the best scope of the project prior to starting about how many products we had and I felt a little frustrated that we were told that the August Ash team underestimated that scope and what was needed and therefore would need to increase the phase II plan. We knew there would likely be adjustments and that is what we signed up for. It was frustrating to have to share the adjustment was needed even though we had not added services. It felt like August Ash had not scoped correctly.
I think the Q&A process is too short. It took several weeks to finish populating content and to learn the site and how it worked. I felt like I had to hurry up and figure out what wasn't working correctly and it just wasn't a natural flow. Now I fear that there will be additional bugs/permission issues that I didn't find during that timeframe and will now be billed for them.
Along that same line, considering the need for our team to have full permissions on the site, I felt like I kept having to ask for permissions and it seemed like that should have been done before passing the baton and training. Similarly, I am worried there are still things that will present themselves and now I will have to put in a ticket for them.
All that said, overall, we are very satisfied with August Ash and the team. They were very accomodating, kind and helpful throughout and we are very satisfied with the end result. We appreciate the hard work everyone put in and I hope this feedback is helpful.
RATINGS
4.0
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
4.5
NPS
Web Dev, SEO & Digital Strategy for Precast Concrete Company
Digital StrategySearch Engine OptimizationWeb Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Sep. 2023 - Aug. 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"All the employees we dealt with were extremely friendly and great at what they do."
Aug 27, 2025
VP Sales & Marketing, Molin Concrete Products
Robert Clauson
Verified
Construction
Lino Lakes, Minnesota
201-500 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash developed a website for a precast concrete company. The team built the site using Drupal 10 and designed its UI/UX, implemented SEO, and provided support. They've also created Google Ads Campaigns.
August Ash successfully completed the website development project. The team met all deliverables on time and responded to the client's needs with professionalism. Moreover, August Ash impressed the client with their expertise and ability to explain concepts in an easy-to-understand manner.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the VP Sales and Marketing of Molin Concrete Products
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We design, manufacture and install structural and architectural precast.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Build out a new website
Digital marketing campaign
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Allied executives peer group
Why did you select August Ash over others?
High ratings
Referred to me
Company values aligned
Great repport with their head of business development
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Paid Search (Google Ads): Strategy, ad copy, keywords, up to 4 campaigns. Remarketing & Display Ads: Up to 3 campaigns with ad creation & optimization. SEO: Quarterly technical audits, on-page optimization, monthly keyword monitoring, competitor analysis. CRO & UX/UI Optimization: Quarterly analysis with heat mapping. Digital Measurement & Reporting: Monthly performance reports. Collaboration & Ideation: Semi-monthly calls and quarterly business reviews. GA4 Audit & Update: Full analytics setup, event tracking, filters, and goal setup.
Research – Kick-off meeting, persona and branding exercises, content inventory, analytics review. Plan – Sitemap, wireframes (up to 5 pages), UX/UI presentation with 1 revision. Design – Visual mockups (homepage + 4 interior pages), 1 formal revision on homepage, content plan. Build (Drupal 10 CMS) –
Responsive design, accessibility, site structure, navigation Components (hero banners, images, text grids, videos) Product pages (filter/sort, technical info), project pages, news, resources, search, contact forms Basic animations, SEO setup, QA testing, admin training Launch – Google Analytics setup, redirects, performance testing, DNS configuration. Support – Post-launch bug fixes (2 weeks) + Peace of Mind Plan for 12 months (security updates, backups, server checks). Assumptions – Hosting on approved platform (e.g., Pantheon), DNS via Cloudflare, no 3rd-party integrations included.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
August Ash met all deliverables and completed our web development.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Yes, they met all deliverables on time. They responded to our needs in a timely manner and with professionalism.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They speak their language well and have the ability to break concepts down so others not in their industry can understand. All the employees we dealt with were extremely friendly and great at what they do.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
No
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"They did everything they said they would and more."
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web Design & Dev for Wildlife Conservation Nonprofit
Web DesignWeb Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Jan. - Nov. 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They're really great people to work with!"
Nov 18, 2024
Director of Science, Wildlife Conservation Nonprofit
Anonymous
Verified
Non-profit
Apple Valley, Minnesota
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash designed and developed a new website for a wildlife conservation nonprofit. The team also improved key interactive features and helped identify a hosting solution and a site maintenance plan.
August Ash performed a thoughtful external evaluation and delivered a responsive site, incorporating the client's ideas and suggestions. The team launched the site on time, managed the project effectively, and was responsive. Their friendly and professional approach led to a great partnership.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Director of Science, Single-Species Planning of a non-profit company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Wildlife conservation planning
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Design a new website
Build the new website structure
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Previous website development partner
Why did you select August Ash over others?
High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
August Ash worked closely with us to evaluate our existing website, to design an updated site with a new look and feel (including numerous mockup iterations for our approval), and to improve key interactive features on the site including searchable document libraries. They also helped us identify an optimal post-launch hosting solution and guided us through the process of selecting an effective site maintenance plan.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Thoughtful external evaluation of existing site
Iterative design options with wireframes
Final site design that reflected our wants and needs
Reponsive site build that incorporated our ideas and suggestions
Final build of new site that was ready on our proposed launch date
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Project management was efficient and effective. Cassidy did a great job overall, keeping us on task and on track. The developers were very responsive to our suggestions and our needs across various elements of the new site.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The entire team was really friendly and low-key, yet professional. They're really great people to work with!
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
There was some ambiguity around whether specific tasks were included in the contracted scope of work. If possible, it would be good to have more specific detail around what is included in the proposed work and what would constitute a new work order.
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
Website Design & Development for Insurance Brokerage Firm
Web DesignWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. - Oct. 2024
3.0
Quality
3.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
3.0
Willing to Refer
3.0
"August Ash fulfilled the items in the proposal."
Nov 5, 2024
Marketing Manager, Insurance Brokerage Firm
Anonymous
Verified
Insurance
Minneapolis, Minnesota
201-500 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash provided web design and development services for an insurance brokerage firm. The team designed the site's homepage and other components and upgraded the site from Drupal 9 to Drupal 10.
August Ash provided post-launch support and fulfilled the items in the proposal. The client found it impressive that August Ash was a local company. The team successfully delivered the project on time. Unfortunately, the team's communication tool, Basecamp, caused some confusion with the client.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Marketing Manager of an insurance brokerage firm.
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Our company is a life insurance brokerage firm that operates at both the national and local levels, offering a superior portfolio of insurance products and services and an extensive national account market.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Refresh Public Website
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Previous Vendor
Why did you select August Ash over others?
Worked with them previously
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Design a homepage and website compenents that better reflects our company’s desired brand perception. Upgrade the website from Drupal 9 to Drupal 10, this will include core, custom themes, contributed, and custom modules. Post launch support.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
They designed a homepage and website components.
They upgraded the website from Drupel 9 to Drupel 10.
They provied post launch support.
August Ash fulfilled the items in the proposal.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Items were delivered on time. The final website design is satisfactory. Unfortunately, many of the items we wanted were outside of the scope within the original quoted proposal.
There is some frustration and confusion around using their communication tool, Basecamp, as a customer. We would have preferred to just use email.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Local company.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
We would prefer to not use the company’s messaging tool for communication but instead use email only.
Some items took a while to get resolved until one of the other web developers stepped in and resolved it right away. It seemed there could have been some miscommunication.
RATINGS
3.0
Quality
3.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
3.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
3.0
NPS
Web Posting, SEO & Paid Ads for Financial Services Company
Digital StrategyWeb DesignWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Sep. 2023 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The team is super helpful in hearing my needs and gathering the team together to accomplish what needs to be done."
Mar 28, 2024
Marketing Manager, Financial Services Company
Anonymous
Verified
Financial services
Bloomington, Minnesota
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash provides web posting and maintenance services for a financial services company. The team has also handled digital marketing tasks, such as blog reviews, SEO management, and paid ads exploration.
Thanks to August Ash, the client’s original content performs well, and their conversion rate has been improving. The team communicates effectively with the client. Their members respond promptly to the client’s needs, and they keep everything organized. Overall, they’re extremely talented.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Marketing Manager of a financial services company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
A full service financial solutions firm providing CPA advisory, wealth management, outsourced accounting and other services.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Website Posting and Maintenance
Digital marketing and SEO (paid and organic)
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Our branding agency connected me with August Ash and recommended them.
Why did you select August Ash over others?
Great culture fit
Referred to me
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
The August Ash team is handling all of the website posting for me. As a sole marketer I needed partner who could take this off my plate. And August Ash has been awesome at handling thev volume of posts, including event pages, blogs, and others. The team is also reviewing many of our blogs and making SEO recommendations. We are also in the exploratory phase of paid search and are relying on the AA team to continue to help us with organic SEO.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Our original content is performing very well when analyzing organic search rankings. Our conversions for form fills, phone calls, and newsletter sign ups are also growing each month which is great to see. We also have a good process in place for communication - utilizing Basecamp.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Project management is done at a very high level. Communication is timely and responsive. I rarely/if ever have to follow-up and ask if something is being handled. Kassie is on top of things and organized and keeps it all straight. And Matt is incredibly talented with SEO and has really helped our content shine and perform much better than it would've without his efforts and expertise.
Our firm is always producing content and the team turns it around quickly. We are also working through some development changes and updates now that we're about 5 months post launch with our new website and rebrand, and the team is super helpful in hearing my needs and gathering the team together to accomplish what needs to be done.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The team and company is both extremely smart and talented at what they do, but they are also very personable and fun to work with - which is a winning combination!
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
An area of improvement could be in the area of creating a scope of work that is a little more detailed. In the end we get to the desired outcome, but as the client, I want to be sure that everyone involved is on the same page as to what the outcome is.
And as I already said, communication is very good - but occasionally when I am waiting on a report or recommendation, it would be helpful to know approximately how many days it'll take to pull together or when I can expect it. But if I follow-up and ask for an update the team is quick to respond and let me know, which I appreciate.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
UI/UX Design, Web Dev & SEO for Nonprofit Consulting Org
Search Engine OptimizationUX/UI DesignWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. 2019 - Jan. 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"August Ash sets an industry standard for how projects should be managed and communicated."
Sep 26, 2023
Dir of Digital Mktg & Media Relations, Enterprise Minnesota
Robert Lodge
Verified
Other industries
Minneapolis, Minnesota
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash redesigned and developed a new website for a consulting nonprofit organization. The team's tasks included website UI/UX design, SEO analysis and optimization, and website maintenance.
The client was delighted with August Ash's work, valuable guidance and recommendations, and professionalism. The team was on time and budget, communicated effectively, and kept the client informed throughout the project. Their talented team of experts and excellent customer service also stood out.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Director of Digital Marketing & Media Relations of Enterprise Minnesota
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Enterprise Minnesota is a nonprofit business consulting firm that works exclusively with manufacturers in the state of Minnesota.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Design, build, and launch a new website
Analyze and optimize our site's SEO profile
Maintain website health through monthly updates and improvements
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Online Search
Referral
Why did you select August Ash over others?
High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
Serves manufacturing industry
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Our company sought to perform a complete redesign and rebuild of our website, which included a full migration from our previous hosting platform and CMS platform. We enlisted the help of August Ash to provide technical, design, and UI/UX support because of their company history, professional demeanor, and experience in helping companies of our size and scope.
We didn't have a huge budget and August Ash communicated options, solutions, and project details clearly throughout the process. We were able to hit all of our project goals on time and on budget. Our migration and rebuild was 100% successful, and a follow up SEO/optimization project with August Ash confirmed that, from a site architecture standpoint, we are utilizing current best practices and rank well within our market niche.
Enterprise Minnesota recommends August Ash as a web development partner and we continue to use them to maintain and update our site.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
During the course of the project, August Ash was on time and on budget. They clearly communicated needs, roles, responsibilities, and deliverables from both the client and vendor perspective, which helped all parties stay in line. They provided excellent guidance on design recommendations, including font, colors, layout, interactive elements, and site/page architecture. Every August Ash employee we engaged with was courteous, professional, and responded to our messages in a timely manner.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
August Ash sets an industry standard for how projects should be managed and communicated. We were well informed of progress, questions, and recommendations that kept our project moving forward on schedule. The August Ash team was (and continues to be) fully responsive to all inquiries and works to ensure a strong relationship and quality product after the project was completed. They want to remain trusted partners and ensure continued satisfaction with their work.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
August Ash brings a talented suite of technical and design experts to the table. They excel in their customer service and product development capabilities.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
We wouldn't recommend any improvements at this time. Enterprise Minnesota continues to utilize their services and enjoys having a responsive and informed web vendor to rely on.
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
Digital Mktg Strategy for Nonprofit Financial Services Co
Digital StrategyMarketing Strategy
Less than $10,000
June - Aug. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"August Ash makes their clients feel special and valued."
Sep 26, 2023
Director of Marketing, Catholic United Financial
Shelly Osterberg
Verified
Financial services
Saint Paul, Minnesota
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash created a digital marketing strategy for a nonprofit financial services company, which included technical, SEO, and UX audits, competitor analysis, keyword research, and a results measurement plan.
August Ash helped the client set the baseline for their digital marketing efforts as they move forward into future initiatives. August Ash was timely and responsive to the client's needs, making them feel valued and collaborating as part of their team. Moreover, their values matched the client's.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Director of Marketing of Catholic United Financial
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Catholic United Financial is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial services company, connecting people of faith, protecting their future and generously impacting parishes, schools and communities.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Creation of Digital Marketing Roadmap
Narrow "cone of certainty" to make confident decisions surrounding the tools, and tactics necessary to execute an outcome-focused digital marketing strategy.
Set baseline for strategic need to expand digital marketing efforts focused on driving awareness, engagement, and leads.
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Referral
Why did you select August Ash 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 August Ash were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Digital Marketing Roadmap included: Website technical audit, Digital Competitor Analysis, SEO audit, Keyword research, UX Journey Audit (CRO review), Digital Measurement analysis and plan.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The Digital Marketing Roadmap helped us set the baseline for where our company is from a digital marketing perspective. We hope to engage August Ash in the coming year to assist further with our digital marketing initiatives to create more brand awareness, consideration and lead generation.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
August Ash was very timely and responsive to all our questions and needs. We did our initial discovery meetings virtually and then met in person for the presentation of our Digital Marketing Roadmap.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
August Ash makes their clients feel special and valued. They also make everything about working together as a team. These qualities make it easy to work with them as I know that our values and interests are aligned.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
I do not think there are any areas that need improvement at the present moment, and I look forward to working with August Ash in the future!
RATINGS
5.0
"Great company to work with!"
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"Excellent service and high quality work."
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Always on time."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Reasonable cost for the work provided."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"Would definitely recommend August Ash!
Web Design, Dev & Mktg Consulting for Plastics Distributor
"Their team is always very quick to respond to issues or questions as they come up."
Sep 26, 2023
IT Manager, Indelco Plastics Corporation
Aimee Johnson
Verified
Other industries
Minneapolis, Minnesota
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash has revamped the website of a plastics distributor to streamline the user order-placing process and update the product listings. The team now provides marketing consulting to facilitate the launch.
The client's new website is easier to manage, and thanks to its new UX, the client has noticed an increase in online orders. August Ash has delivered the new website on time and quickly addressed issues and concerns. Moreover, they're detail-oriented and creative, resulting in an excellent product.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the IT Manager of Indelco Plastics Corporation
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We are a plastics distributor, selling pipe, valves, fittings, tanks, etc.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Redesign of the website
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Referral
Why did you select August Ash over others?
Close to my geographic location
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
We wanted to completely change our website, easily receive orders and make updates to product listings easier. August Ash was able to get this all accomplished for us. We worked not only with their developers, but also the marketing team to get the best launch of our new website.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
We saw an increase in orders from our website. We also have a site that is easily manageable by our staff.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
The launch of our new design was on time. Their team is always very quick to respond to issues or questions as they come up. They also include a more detailed follow up when we do encounter issues and how they resolved them.
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They didn't just bring us an out of the box solution. They created a product that was easier for a end-user to manage.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
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
SEO, Web Design & Development for Gasket & Seal Manufacturer
Search Engine OptimizationWeb DesignWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Apr. - July 2023
4.5
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Anytime we had questions or concerns, they were there to answer them and help us through it all."
Sep 25, 2023
Director of Sales & Marketing, PGC
Amber Fennell
Verified
Manufacturing
Edina, Minnesota
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
August Ash created a new platform for a gasket and seal manufacturer's website. The team designed the platform following the client's branding and trained their team on how to manage it, integrating SEO too.
August Ash successfully delivered the client's platform with the required functionalities. The team was passionate about web development, marketing, and teaching the client how to use tools. August Ash had excellent communication, answered the client's questions, and delivered work on time. This review is an update by the client company. The original content is located below the new review.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Director of Sales & Marketing of PGC
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We are a gasket and seal manufacturer for OEM's in multiple markets using materials like foams, rubbers, silicones, and adhesives.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire August Ash to accomplish?
Help us create a refreshed website.
Assist in creating positive SEO and SEM on the new site to allow positive lead gen.
SOLUTION
How did you find August Ash?
Referral
Why did you select August Ash over others?
High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Company values aligned
How many teammates from August Ash were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
August Ash help create a new platform and art for our website. They took what we currently had and stayed true to brand while creating something that is sleek, easy to use, and shares our story better than we could have imagined. They came up with two different designs and worked with us to make sure the functionality was exactly what we needed.
They provided training and a team of people that were amazing to work with and walked us through each step. They ultimately gave us the tools and then showed us how to be successful in using them. It was an empowering experience for our marketing team.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Ultimately, we wanted a site that we could use, change, add or remove items, and be able to bring a lot of the functionality and content in house. They absolutely accomplished that, and we can own this website and its content moving forward. Also, they were able to add the SEO and G4 information to make sure we started with qualified leads and understood where they came from, where on the site they visited and how we can help the potential customer.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Their communication was spot on! They laid things out and shared exactly what we could expect and the timeline in which we could expect it. They pushed us outside our comfort zone in deadlines and what we needed to accomplish and although rocky while in the project, looking back I appreciated it and wouldn't have wanted it any other way.
As I mentioned, they provided us the tools to tell our story and then showed us the best way to do that. Anytime we had questions or concerns, they were there to answer them and help us through it all. If we couldn't do it via email, we would set up a call and they could talk us through it. Amazing team of people!!
What was your primary form of communication with August Ash?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They have a passion for web development, marketing, and teaching their customers how to use the tools they are creating. They meet you where you are at in your process and help you navigate so you know how the data you are collecting can be used in the best way for your organization.
Their communication is thorough, and they are there to help you whenever the tasks of the project can get a little overwhelming. August Ash allows you to tell your story, they just give you the beautiful tools to do it.
Are there any areas for improvement or something August Ash could have done differently?
The only issue we had was when the new website went live and how much our internal IT team had to be involved with backend passwords, and understanding how much the website touches outside of marketing. I wish we could have been a little more prepared for what that would have involved so we could have prepared our staff and had some of that information upfront. None of us had any idea how much the website actually touches.
UPDATED REVIEW
This review was published on January 6, 2020.
Marketing Coordinator, Manufacturing Company
Manufacturing
51-200 Employees
Edina, Minnesota, United States
Less than $10,000
Jan 2019 - Ongoing
Project summary
August Ash provides full-stack marketing services to an industrial manufacturing company. Their services range from brand-persona creation and content writing to demographic and keyword targeting.
Feedback summary
The marketing strategy, materials, and execution delivered by August Ash have exceeded all stakeholder expectations, drawing an increased number of projects and streamlining the process for the client. Their team is easy to work with and takes time to explain every step of their process thoroughly.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the Marketing Coordinator at a manufacturing company. We are converters that make parts for sound/vibration and EMI/thermal management problems. We also work with adhesives and develop gaskets. We work with the military, medical, heavy duty, fluid power and electronics markets.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire August Ash?
We had been working with other partners in the industry that did a good job of getting us to where we were, but we wanted to really start getting into digital marketing.
A focus of ours was to create campaigns across different search engines and platforms that would help grow our brand awareness and what services we provide. We also needed help with generating content and creating landing pages for our website.
What were your goals for this project?
Two primary goals were to grow brand awareness and generate leads for our sales team. We were wowed by the results. We didn't expect the kind of numbers that we received and we continue to see the growth that is generated by them.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
I personally was not a part of the searching process for a new partner, but I know that calls were made to see what their referrals had to say. We are very happy to be working with August Ash.
Describe the scope of their work in detail.
The first step in the process was to create brand personas-something we had never done with our previous partners. These personas have played an important role in creating campaigns. During this meeting the team learned about who we are, what we do and what are goals are.
I work with the team to create campaigns that focus on our target markets. I give the team the information they need like, blogs or other content that will help them write up something for the campaign. From there they choose a photo that fits and a CTA is written.
On the backside of things they plug in keywords and manage the daily spend for the campaigns. While the campaign is running they make weekly changes based on how it's performing and give us updates.
We also have bi-weekly calls where we go over the last two weeks and we discuss things that I am working on and how I can support them better too. They also created a content calendar for us that I combined with what I already made and they give us topics to write about for our blogs.
What was the team composition?
I've worked most closely with the digital marketing strategists, but also worked with the strategic account manager, digital marketing coordinator and IT team.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Our application engineers have seen an increase in the number of projects they are working on. They are much busier!
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
The team is very easy to work with. They explain everything and they give us the results before the phone call. This is important to us because it gives us the opportunity to look it over and have questions ready for them.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
I continue to be impressed by how intelligent everyone on their team is. They are thinking ahead for us-which is great because our previous partners were not. They have such great ideas and look at things differently from what we do. They always come up with fresh ideas that help propel us ahead of the competition.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Sometimes there isn't a clear date of when things will be done, it's more general. I know that things come up and they're super busy, so this doesn't bother me too much. They always deliver high quality work.
RATINGS
Overall rating: 4.5
Phenomenal team!
Quality: 4
Great work, but always room for improvement.
Cost: 4
Schedule: 4
Always hits important deadlines.
Willing to refer: 5
Absolutely!
RATINGS
4.5
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.5
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"They are an amazing group of people who truly care about you and the project outcomes you are looking for.
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