ChopDawg.com

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

SavySwap was aimed at helping people swap and barter items like furniture. We enabled the process and verified everyone on our platform, similarly to Airbnb. I was the founder of the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Chop Dawg?

We were using an Excel spreadsheet for all our operations, so we needed an actual web app.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Chop Dawg helped us build a mobile-optimized web app, handling everything from rebranding to the actual development. The app was built using PHP. We worked with 2–4 developers from Chop Dawg's side. We only met with their lead developer during our calls, so I'm not sure how many people actually worked on our backend. We also worked with UI [user interface] and UX [user experience] designers.

How did you come to work with Chop Dawg?

We contacted a number of companies after raising a round of funding and going to an accelerator in San Francisco. We stumbled upon Chop Dawg through Twitter, while we were promoting our business. They're a local company from Philadelphia and seemed to be an awesome group. Chop Dawg not only helped us build our product, but also gave us a lot of insight into branding, development, and social media. Being featured on their Twitter page has helped us out a lot.

How much have you invested with Chop Dawg?

The cost of Chop Dawg's work was between $10,000 and $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project was completed, but our team broke apart. Chop Dawg's work took us to the next level while we were active.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?

With our product, we were able to have people sign up and use the service. We attracted around 1,000 people within the first 30 days. We pitched the platform at LAUNCH Festival and got some direct feedback from one of our investors, as well as from other people interested in our business. Without a product, we wouldn't have had anything to show.

How did Chop Dawg perform from a project management standpoint?

I don't think that we used any project management software on our end. We had weekly calls with Chop Dawg and set up agendas for all our tasks. We were in constant communication via email, and Chop Dawg's principal was always accessible. I don't think Slack was a choice at the time, but that has changed since then. Project management wise, Chop Dawg was pretty good.

What did you find most impressive about Chop Dawg?

I liked their down-to-earth approach. I have remained friends with Chop Dawg's team to this day since I was able to work with them on such an intimate basis. It always felt more like a friendship than a business transaction. Chop Dawg gave me advice and feedback on everything from how we were branding ourselves online to how we could get the product out and reach the press.

Are there any areas Chop Dawg could improve?

I'm sure that Chop Dawg has grown since, but, at the time, they were only building in PHP. It's a great language, used by sites like Facebook, but it would have been interesting to have other options like Ruby on Rails, which are now becoming more common. Besides this, I had no qualms.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

My company was focused on marketing and event promotions for the nightlife in Atlantic City. I was the owner and CEO of the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Chop Dawg?

We had an idea for a website and needed to build it.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Chop Dawg provided web and logo design and developed our site using HTML5. It was loosely based on a social gaming platform, mainly working as a public events calendar for nightlife and other types of events. The site featured some in-depth coding which I didn't fully understand. The finished product worked flawlessly and had a smooth and clean look.

I know that Chop Dawg assigned at least four developers to my project.

How did you come to work with Chop Dawg?

Chop Dawg was referred to us by a business partner who had worked with them in the past. It grew to be a very good business relationship and friendship, which we've continued since then.

How much have you invested with Chop Dawg?

The cost of Chop Dawg's work was around $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The site was completed in full years ago.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?

I don't have any metrics for the site, but it received a lot of praise for its professional look. The site appeared to be more expensive than it actually was.

There is someone who is currently trying to start a company with the same name as ours, and he's trying to buy our logo because of how professional and clean it was.

How did Chop Dawg perform from a project management standpoint?

Chop Dawg gave us weekly updates every step of the way. Anytime something was completed, I received either an email or a text, and felt that I was working on the site along with Chop Dawg, given how much information I had.

What did you find most impressive about Chop Dawg?

I haven't worked with any other companies since that project. Every time I needed to develop something, I went to Chop Dawg because they did the work right the first time. The level of professionalism and expertise for everything that Chop Dawg does makes it hard for me to look anywhere else. From a customer's standpoint, I've been satisfied with everything Chop Dawg has provided.

Are there any areas Chop Dawg could improve?

Not that I can think of. Chop Dawg went above and beyond for everything we asked for. I've referred them a number of times and told everyone that Chop Dawg is a one-stop shop for everything they're looking for.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Incept is a conversational marketing firm offering contact center support work, primarily for healthcare, technology, and membership organizations.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Chop Dawg?

We had a separate startup concept, unconnected to the main business. We wanted to build a marketplace website which worked similarly to 99designs but targeting high-end professional firms.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Chop Dawg built a non-functional prototype of our platform. We've had a number of business and technology challenges to get through. Chop Dawg mainly helped in terms of product definition; the prototype is code-agnostic. We interfaced with one designer from Chop Dawg's team, but there may have been others in the background.

How did you come to work with Chop Dawg?

I was introduced to Chop Dawg's principal on social media and followed him for a while. I appreciated the quality of Chop Dawg's content, including their case studies. They had done enough quality work in a similar space and felt like the right partner.

How much have you invested with Chop Dawg?

The cost of Chop Dawg's work was between $10,000 and $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Chop Dawg in mid-2016. The project duration was 5 months. We're a week away from being done.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?

We only have a non-functional prototype, so there's very little feedback for it at the moment. Chop Dawg was 100% on time in terms of delivery. They didn't miss any deadlines or calls.

How did Chop Dawg perform from a project management standpoint?

Our main interface is Google Drive, with no additional project management tools. Chop Dawg has been good in terms of communication and deadlines.

What did you find most impressive about Chop Dawg?

We went to Chop Dawg with a specific idea. They were able to help us think through its business implications much better than we had done previously. Chop Dawg had some very insightful questions, helping us improve the product. Their CEO scheduled a call for each of our invoices, in order to make sure that there was a good level of satisfaction from us, as a client. I haven't found many other service providers who do this.

Are there any areas Chop Dawg could improve?

No.

What tips or recommendations could you share that might increase the likelihood of success with Chop Dawg?

The commitment on our end was greater than we originally anticipated. The more engaged we were, the better the project became.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Citizen's Cafe is an early stage startup developing an application meant to save the world. Our slogan is "Compassion, Cooperation, Creation", and we aim to become a global network of citizen compassion, empowering human coexistence through cooperation, creating maximum freedom within ourselves, within our relationships with others, and with the world as a whole. We aim to become truly social, as opposed to the social networks we have currently. We offer a platform through which people can purchase as well as create civic-empowerment technology. It increases and maximizes the individual freedom of global citizens' life experiences so that they can be more empowered to create change effectively, making the world a better place without the help of any higher authority.

Our first product is called Reality Finder, which has a mission of eliminating ignorance from society. I have developed what I call a "crowd-verification technology", which empowers people to conduct open-source online investigations and determine the validity of various information.

I am the founder of the business.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Chop Dawg?

I needed to build an initial product for my company.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Chop Dawg is working on a non-functional prototype for our web and mobile app.

How did you come to work with Chop Dawg?

A big consideration was finding a local partner in Boston in order to have face-to-face meetings. It's hard to make a differentiation between one company and another on the basis of a phone call. Chop Dawg had prices on par with everyone else, but they stood out through a blog post that their principal made about entrepreneurship. I looked at their website and found Chop Dawg to be more than a coding shop; they were focused on helping entrepreneurs succeed, looking at things like usability and branding.

Given the immensity and novelty of my idea, it took me a long time to boil down an accurate description of it. One of the main reasons for choosing Chop Dawg was that they were willing to work with someone like me, who is more of an artist than a businessman. The typical venture capitalists I approached didn't respond well to my "Compassion, Cooperation, Creation" message, looking more to see where the profit was in that. Chop Dawg's principal had the patience and ability to connect with me, even though our first phone conversation consisted of me rambling. He gave me a chance and saw something in my idea. We slowly worked together towards painting a clearer picture and started talking about cost.

How much have you invested with Chop Dawg?

The cost of Chop Dawg's services has been $25,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

I started working with Chop Dawg in July 2016, with an initial contract of 4 months. We have an ongoing relationship. We expect to launch the non-functioning prototype shortly.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?

Having a team actually work with me, as a client, outside of the timetable itself, is critically important. The fact that Chop Dawg never pressured me has contributed to the solid relationship we've developed. There's no arbitrary emphasis on time; Chop Dawg is working with me and allowing the product to develop.

In terms of concrete results, Chop Dawg has recently come up with an incredible logo design for me. They have a great scheme for how we will be going forward for all derivative products.

How did Chop Dawg perform from a project management standpoint?

Having weekly calls with the team for updates around the MVP [minimum viable product] has brought the project to where it is. I've never placed a time demand on Chop Dawg, so I can't comment in this respect. We use Google Hangouts and email for communication. I can also contact any member of the team by phone at any time.

What did you find most impressive about Chop Dawg?

I can't overemphasize the importance of the patience that Chop Dawg has had with me. I contacted other software development firms and could tell that the experience would be horrible. Chop Dawg's team has made me feel welcomed and at home.

Are there any areas Chop Dawg could improve?

Even though Chop Dawg is a transparent company, they may not be transparent enough. There is a bit of a black box while the work is being done. I don't know what Chop Dawg's team is doing exactly, how many other clients they have onboard, and so on. I've gone with the flow and let Chop Dawg be the expert, but having a fully transparent process would be great.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

The company is a Philadelphia-based online trading and bartering business. It was founded 5 years ago and has 10-15 employees.

I was a co-founder and the COO of the company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Chop Dawg?

We were looking to find a development and social media firm which could bring our business model and dream to life. The partner needed to not only develop a minimum viable product, but rather a sleek, Web 3.0 website under a tight budget. We had raised seed funding of $25,000 but had no coding experience.

There are many development firms on the market, but many of them are charging above the sum we could spend, and they're inflexible when it comes to working with a budget-constrained or Agile company.

Chop Dawg put together a proposal for us, detailing every line item of what they could do to make our vision a reality, within our limited budget.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Once Chop Dawg understood the scope of our work, namely a mobile-adaptive website with a new approach on the front-end, they assembled a team of 4-5 members, each with a different specialty.

We were assigned a VP of branding who worked with us on creating a logo, as well as the entire design brand for the site. We had one backend, one front-end, and one full-stack developer, as well as a project manager. We brought in different team members, suitable for our needs at the time. Chop Dawg's resources were mainly remote, and their principal was responsible for changing them to suit our needs, when necessary.

How did you come to work with Chop Dawg?

I was introduced to Chop Dawg's CEO through the Philadelphia tech network. Value was definitely a piece of the equation, namely what results we could expect for the fee. More than this, the trust in working with Chop Dawg was a consideration. They always made us feel that we could spend the appropriate amount of time in order to understand the vision and make it come to life.

I've worked with other outsourced companies who treated our project as a job which needed to be done, taking our money and leaving things at that. Chop Dawg always asked critical questions which we may not have considered, helping our project get better. They went above and beyond in providing advice based on user demands, making us feel that we were working with a partner, rather than having a cold, transactional relationship.

How much have you invested with Chop Dawg?

The cost of Chop Dawg's work was between $10,000 and $20,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Chop Dawg in April 2014.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Could you share any evidence that would demonstrate the productivity, quality of work, or the impact of the engagement?

We didn't include marketing in our scope with Chop Dawg, but they promoted our product and website via their own channels. It was a good-faith gesture which amounted to a bump in our engagement.

Everyone who visited our site loved it. Its design was professional and identical to our vision.

How did Chop Dawg perform from a project management standpoint?

When it comes to technologies, there will always be occasions when time will be stretched and truncated, based on client expectations. Chop Dawg remained accurate to the range proposed. Whenever something did come up, like a need to change functionalities, Chop Dawg was transparent about our need to change timelines. We were given the appropriate information in order to make such decisions, and everyone was held accountable.

Chop Dawg arranged weekly Skype calls around our schedule, during which each party was expected to be present and contribute. Having dual accountability was appreciated.

What did you find most impressive about Chop Dawg?

Chop Dawg's guidance and honesty was a point of value. We talked to actual team members and advisors instead of hearing "Yes" for everything we requested.

I have used Chop Dawg for a different company, for rebranding and the development of a basic website. The branding created by Chop Dawg is used to this day, even though the project had the same cost, and that company has about a million dollars in revenue. Chop Dawg is able to create value for companies of all different sizes.

Are there any areas Chop Dawg could improve?

The only improvements were on our side. We needed to do more research and listen to customers. I've had no issues with what’s being developed. When hiring a firm for marketing, we will pay more for different iterations, but this is the nature of the business. Chop Dawg was willing to make additional changes on a good-faith basis, as long as it wasn't a dramatic change. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder & CEO of CAFHO Technologies LLC

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

CAFHO Technologies LLC is developing CAFHO (CarFinderHologram), an augmented reality mobile app that helps users quickly locate their parked vehicles by displaying a holographic 3D car and visual guidance in large parking areas.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ChopDawg.com to accomplish?

• Design and develop a high-fidelity non-functional mockup of the CAFHO mobile app for investor presentations and product validation.
• Create a modern UI/UX experience that clearly demonstrates the AR vehicle location concept and user journey.
• Establish the visual foundation and product roadmap needed to transition CAFHO from concept to a fully functional MVP.

SOLUTION

How did you find ChopDawg.com?

Clutch Site

Why did you select ChopDawg.com over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from ChopDawg.com were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The project included the design and development of CAFHO, an AR-based mobile app concept focused on helping users locate parked vehicles using real-time visual navigation. Key deliverables included UI/UX design, high-fidelity mockups, user flow planning, branding direction, dark mode reference screens, and technical planning for future AR functionality. The goal was to transform the original concept into a strong investor-ready product vision and prepare the foundation for MVP development.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project transformed CAFHO from an early concept into a professional investor-ready product vision. We now have high-fidelity mockups, a clear UI/UX structure, brand identity, dark mode references, and a stronger roadmap for MVP development. These deliverables helped improve investor presentations, outreach efforts, and overall confidence in moving toward fundraising and launch.

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

The team maintained good communication throughout the project and was responsive to feedback and new ideas. They worked closely with me to understand the vision of CAFHO and adjusted designs based on my input. While some parts took longer than expected, they stayed engaged, provided regular updates, and helped move the project toward a stronger final product.

What was your primary form of communication with ChopDawg.com?

Virtual Meeting

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

What impressed me most was their ability to take a complex AR-based idea like CAFHO and turn it into a clear, professional product vision. Their team understood both the technical and business side, helping shape the app into something investor-ready while keeping the original concept strong and practical.

Are there any areas for improvement or something ChopDawg.com could have done differently?

One area for improvement would be clearer timeline expectations, especially for more advanced features like the AR vehicle experience. Some parts of the process took longer than expected, so having more detailed milestone planning and earlier technical clarity would make the experience even stronger. Overall, the team was professional and committed to the project.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of Phomo LLC, a social media app company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ChopDawg.com to accomplish for your company?

We hired ChopDawg.com to create, design, and develop our social media app with an admin panel.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

ChopDawg.com has designed the color scheme, logo, and all the pages of our app. The team has also developed the app.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 6-10 teammates from ChopDawg.com.

How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?

We found ChopDawg.com through an online search. We chose them over other options because they had high ratings, their pricing fit our budget, and they were a great culture fit.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with ChopDawg.com in January 2026, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

ChopDawg.com has been flexible in quickly changing the color scheme and design pages when we want the app to look different in a fast manner.

How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?

We’ve communicated with ChopDawg.com through virtual meetings, emails, and messaging apps. The team has delivered on time.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The skills of ChopDawg.com’s design team are great. They’ve helped and guided us in envisioning what we want our app to look like.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t think there’s anything they can improve on.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the CEO of True Movement. We provide specialized training programs and equipment focused on restoring posture, increasing mobility, and enhancing performance for athletes and individuals. Our proprietary True Movement Method and Platform are offered through franchises and sports team partnerships.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire ChopDawg.com to accomplish for True Movement?

We hired ChopDawg.com to build us an app that represented our brand and core values within True Movement.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

ChopDawg.com handled everything from strategy, design, and development to execution for our True Movement app. They are delivering a finished mobile app.

How did you find ChopDawg.com?

Online search.

Why did you choose ChopDawg.com over other options you considered for developing your fitness training platform?

We chose ChopDawg.com because of their high ratings, good value for cost, alignment with our company values, and because Josh seemed cool.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project started in October 2025 and is ongoing.

How many teammates from ChopDawg.com were assigned to your project?

2-5 people from ChopDawg.com were assigned to our project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We were able to see a prototype of what the app would look like before it went into development. We had weekly deliverables that were met to ensure everything was done on time, and the process was extremely positive.

What was your primary form of communication with ChopDawg.com during the project?

Virtual meetings.

How would you describe ChopDawg.com’s project management?

ChopDawg.com's project management was great. They delivered on time, did exactly what they said they would do, and we were extremely happy with the process.

What did you find most impressive or unique about working with ChopDawg.com?

The people on the team were very professional, friendly, and collaborative. They listened to our feedback, properly implemented everything, and turned our thoughts into an app.

Is there anything ChopDawg.com could have done better or differently during the project?

No, we were very happy!

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of QuickPro, a software company. We simplify how homeowners find help for their homes. QuickPro connects users with verified, available service providers because hiring help should be easy.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?

We needed help with mobile app creation.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

ChopDawg.com has created our mobile app from design to completion. The team has handled the design, testing, and development of the app.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with two teammates from ChopDawg.com.

How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?

We found them on Clutch. We chose them because they were close to our geographic location.

How much have you invested with them?

The project cost is confidential.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in October 2025, and the project is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We have weekly and biweekly calls with ChopDawg.com. We measure progress through visual presentations. Our process needs to be completed at certain parts of each month. The team has verified the completion of each milestone through visual presentations over video calls.

How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?

ChopDawg.com has delivered on time. Our primary form of communication is virtual meetings, emails, and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

ChopDawg.com’s hardworking ethic and attention to detail are impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there aren’t any.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of DLD - Donald Legacy Defined, a fitness company. We provide training regimes and insights from the Donald family and our track record of success.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?

We needed help creating our ideal training app for our business.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

ChopDawg.com has assisted us in making our app aspirations a reality through the creation of a non-functioning prototype.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 2–5 teammates from ChopDawg.com.

How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?

ChopDawg.com was referred to me.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $10,000–$50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in September 2025, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

ChopDawg.com has delivered a great non-functioning prototype to help us secure investors and other help. All of our reviews have been good so far.

How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?

We primarily communicate with ChopDawg.com through virtual meetings, emails, and messaging apps.

What did you find most impressive about them?

This is my first time working in the tech industry. ChopDawg.com has done a great job teaching me and helping me feel comfortable in this process.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There’s nothing they need to improve.