We are the performance marketing partner that growth-stage companies call when digital media stops working. We manage $75M+ in annual spend across clients like Cloud Trucks, Emory Oak Capital, Kyocera, IntelliShop, and Lulu Press.
When campaigns underperform and you lack time to fix them, we become your strategic extension, consolidating chaos and driving results.
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What Sets Us Apart:
1. Audience planning that matters: Most agencies skip this. We map triggers, segments and pain points, building a strategy around how your customers actually decide, often unlocking new growth from existing efforts.
2. Full-funnel execution, not channel tactics: Search, social, SEO - aligned by messaging, audience and funnel stage. A media system, not scattered efforts.
3. Forward strategy, not audit theater: Partners pay for insights, not information. We tell you what's next, where to go, what to test and how to scale without wasting time.
4. AI that works, not dressed up automation: Pixis AI powers smarter platform optimization, deeper audience insights and real-time performance intelligence. We are built on AI that makes us faster, sharper, and more accountable.
Our clients consistently describe us as "proactive" and "someone who genuinely cares", reflecting our high accountability approach to partnership.
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Our Core Services:
Paid Search (PPC) & Paid Social campaign development and management
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for long-term organic growth
Performance Creative development for high-impact conversions
HubSpot Implementation and optimization
As part of the Stellar network (powered by Pixis), we unlock instant access to world-class specialists in Amazon advertising, UX/UI optimization, organic social and more, expanding your capabilities without the headache of managing multiple vendors.
Ready to stop watching campaigns underperform? Let's chat! Tell us everything about your business, we'll show you exactly how digital media can move you forward.
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Min project size
$1,000+
Hourly rate
$100 - $149 / hr
Employees
50 - 249
Locations
Bel Air, MD
Year founded
Founded 2012
Languages
Timezones
1 Language that we service
English
5 Timezones that we service
CST
Central Standard Time (CST)
EST
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
MST
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
PNT
Phoenix Standard Time (PNT)
PST
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
1 Locations
Bel Air , MD
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$1,000+
Avg. hourly rate
$100 - $149
/hr
Rating for cost
4.7
/5
What Clients Have Said
Black Propeller's pricing is perceived as reasonable and offers good value, particularly for PPC management. Clients report successful ad campaigns with costs ranging from $950 to over $200,000, resulting in increased sales and ROI. Communication and responsiveness are consistently praised.
Black Propeller is praised for their effective management of Google Ads across various industries, resulting in improved ROAS and increased leads. Clients appreciate their ability to optimize ad spend and target appropriate audiences, leading to measurable improvements in ad performance.
Positive Cultural Fit and Alignment
Clients appreciate the cultural fit and alignment with Black Propeller, noting shared values and effective collaboration. This alignment contributes to a positive working relationship and successful project outcomes.
Proactive and Strategic Approach
Black Propeller is praised for their proactive approach in suggesting new ideas and strategies to improve client outcomes. Their strategic thinking and willingness to explore innovative solutions are valued by clients seeking growth and improvement.
Issues with Transparency and Deliverables
Some clients reported dissatisfaction with the transparency of Black Propeller's services and the delivery of promised results. Concerns were raised about unmet expectations, particularly regarding ROAS improvements and communication of realistic goals.
High Client Satisfaction and Loyalty
Many clients express high satisfaction with Black Propeller's services, citing their professionalism and results-driven approach. This satisfaction often leads to long-term partnerships and continued collaboration on various projects.
Effective Use of Data and Analytics
Clients appreciate Black Propeller's use of data and analytics to drive decision-making and optimize campaigns. Their data-driven approach helps in achieving measurable results and aligning marketing efforts with business objectives.
"Everything they have done so far has been great."
May 12, 2020
Owner, Willow Hill Supply, LLC
Lillian Gorman
Verified
Retail
Winchester, Kentucky
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
An embroider hired Black Propeller to manage its Google Ads, SEO, and advertising on Facebook. They maintain and build SEO and manage and post ads.
Sales and social media presence have increased since Black Propeller began working, improving their marketing ROI. Their team is extremely responsive and flexible.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the owner of Willow Hill Supply, LLC. We are a manufacturer of embroidered patches and other goods and a reseller of high quality tactical and police gear.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire Black Propeller?
We hired Black Propeller to manage our Google ads, SEO and Facebook advertising.
What were your goals for this project?
We were looking to increase our sales.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
I googled Google Ad firms and they were one of three I contacted.
Describe the scope of their work in detail.
Manage Google ads, maintain and build SEO for one of our websites, manage and post Facebook ads.
What was the team composition?
I had a great opening call with the owner and then was assigned an account manager and SEO manager. They are a great small team and a huge benefit to work with the same team members month after month.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Since beginning with Black Propeller, they have increased our sales and social media presence. They cleaned up a lot of little issues and expanded on our existing ads to make them better and improve the ROI.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
They are extremely responsive to emails and schedule bi-weekly calls to go over progress. Any fixes or changes needed are done almost immediately.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Their responsiveness and willingness to try new things and see what works.
Are there any areas for improvement?
No. Everything they have done so far has been great.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Worth the monthly fee"
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"Definitely would refer to others
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