Austin Web Design + Digital Marketing. Certified B Corporation. Climate Neutral Certified. SOC 2 Type II Compliant. WP Engine Strategic Tier Partner. HubSpot Solutions Partner. Webflow Partner.
For 20+ years, GLIDE® has crafted bold, beautiful websites from Austin, Texas. With 850+ completed projects, our work helps people who help others: purpose-led brands and organizations scaling their impact through web design, development, and digital marketing that drives measurable ROI.
Industries We Serve
We've built high-performing websites and growth engines for clients across:
Healthcare and life sciences
Technology and B2B SaaS
Nonprofits and social impact
Education
Sports and entertainment
Consumer and lifestyle brands
Beauty + Results
Beyond custom web design, we deliver integrated digital services: web development, search engine optimization (SEO), AI Search and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), paid search advertising (Google Ads, PPC), data analytics, and Continuous Improvement (ongoing UX optimization for your website).
We Create Happy Clients
Feedback usually comes in two waves. First, the excitement of unveiling a brand new site: "Wow, this is so much better than what we had." That's the thrill. But we're even prouder of the second wave, when a few weeks later a client tells us, "We can't believe how many more inquiries we're getting." That's what we live for.
Our Promise to You
We're always upfront, always on time, and your website will never be boring. Most agencies think about design as how each piece fits together. We go further: we build sites with personality, sites that come to life.
Need a website?
Whether you have a site you're ready to retire or no site at all, we'll help you build something that grows your business.
Let's talk.
Min project size
$50,000+
Hourly rate
$150 - $199 / hr
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
Austin, TX
Year founded
Founded 2002
Languages
Timezones
2 Languages that we service
English
Spanish
3 Timezones that we service
CST
Central Standard Time (CST)
EST
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
PST
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
1 Locations
Austin , TX
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$50,000+
Avg. hourly rate
$150 - $199
/hr
Rating for cost
4.8
/5
What Clients Have Said
GLIDE® offers competitive pricing with projects averaging around $6,000 to over $100,000, depending on complexity. Clients appreciate the value for cost and custom solutions tailored to their needs. Many reviews highlight their responsiveness and effective communication throughout projects, ensuring satisfaction and timely delivery.
Clients report significant improvements in SEO performance and online traffic after engaging GLIDE®. Their SEO briefs and PPC campaigns are noted for decreasing costs per conversion and boosting traffic and engagement.
Responsive and Communicative Team
GLIDE®'s team is described as responsive and communicative, often addressing client needs promptly. Their use of various communication platforms ensures clients feel supported throughout the project.
Exceptional Design and Technical Skills
GLIDE® consistently delivers visually appealing and functional websites that meet client expectations. Their design work is often praised, with clients frequently choosing initial design proposals. Their technical expertise is also highlighted as being sound and effective.
Impressive Customer Service and Support
GLIDE® is recognized for their customer service, often going above and beyond to ensure client satisfaction. They are noted for their willingness to adjust and accommodate client needs.
Strong Project Management
GLIDE® is commended for their project management skills, maintaining clear communication and timelines. They use tools like Asana, Slack, and DoneDone to keep projects on track, ensuring deliverables are met punctually.
Areas for Communication Improvement
Some clients noted areas for improvement in communication, particularly regarding project expectations and unforeseen costs. Suggestions include more upfront discussions to align on tasks and costs.
Web Dev & Design for Experiential Leadership Dev Company
Web DesignWeb Development
Confidential
Jan. - Apr. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Their design, project management, and customer service teams are world-class."
Feb 28, 2024
Owner, Experiential Leadership Dev Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Austin, Texas
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
GLIDE® developed and designed a website for an experiential leadership development company. The team crafted the layout and ensured that the website aligned with the client's company philosophy.
GLIDE® adeptly delivered the project on time and proactively addressed any issues that arose. They maintained stellar communication and demonstrated excellent project management. Their customer service, company culture, and result-oriented approach were key elements of their work.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Owner of a Experiential Leadership Dev Company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We curate and execute adventure-inspired experiences to forge elite Leaders and Teams.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire GLIDE® to accomplish?
Clearly and Epically articulate our mission and the way we create value for our clients
SOLUTION
How did you find GLIDE®?
Online Search
Referral
Why did you select GLIDE® over others?
High ratings
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned
How many teammates from GLIDE® were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Full Website Design and Development, that would be unique, visually engaging and clearly articulate our Leadership philosophy and how we directly Serve clients.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Web Design & Layout Effectiveness Timeline Future Build-ability
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
All items were delivered on time and if there were any issues or unforeseen circumstances, Glide was proactive and very communicative. Their design, project management, and customer service teams are world-class. They provided top notch service.
What was your primary form of communication with GLIDE®?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
CULTURE. What they live internally is what they live with their clients. You can tell their take their craft seriously and want to ensure that we (the client) is aligned on expectations while achieving world-class results.
Are there any areas for improvement or something GLIDE® could have done differently?
None
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 Redesign for Architecture Firm
Web DesignWeb Development
Less than $10,000
November 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They delivered on time and responded usually the same day with any requests we made."
Feb 28, 2024
Architect, Adler Architecture
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
78733 Austin, TX
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
GLIDE® redesigned a website for an architecture firm and provided support. They aimed to build a simple website where the client could feature their work.
GLIDE® delivered a clean and simple website that pleased the client. Their team completed their tasks as scheduled and responded to the client's requests within the day. They were also well-organized despite mainly working virtually. Moreover, they communicated well via email and in-person meetings.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Architect of Adler Architecture
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Architecture
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire GLIDE® to accomplish?
Build a clean, well organized website
Showcase our work
SOLUTION
How did you find GLIDE®?
Known for a long time.
Why did you select GLIDE® over others?
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
How many teammates from GLIDE® 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 redesign our website and have on going support which is what we have done most recently. We want to keep our website clean, simple and showcase our work.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
We are very happy with the end result. The goal was to have a simple clean website that showcases our work and that is what they delivered with the ongoing support that they have provided.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
They delivered on time and responded usually the same day with any requests we made.
What was your primary form of communication with GLIDE®?
In-Person Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Being mostly virtual, they are very well organized.
Are there any areas for improvement or something GLIDE® could have done differently?
No complaints.
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
Server Hosting for Custom Catering Company
IT Managed Services
Confidential
Jan. 2010 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"We are very satisfied with their services."
Feb 27, 2024
Director of Catering, Austin Catering
Kristin Stephens
Verified
Hospitality & leisure
Austin, Texas
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
GLIDE® provides hosting services for a custom catering company. For several years, the GLIDE® team team has hosted the server for the client's website.
The client is happy with GLIDE®'s work, whose success they measure based on website performance. GLIDE® delivers all items on time, is receptive to the client's needs, and communicates through emails and messages. The client also appreciates GLIDE®'s professionalism and excellent customer service.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Director of Catering of Austin Catering
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We are a full service custom catering company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire GLIDE® to accomplish?
Host our Server
SOLUTION
How did you find GLIDE®?
Referral
Why did you select GLIDE® over others?
Company values aligned
How many teammates from GLIDE® were assigned to this project?
1 Employee
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
We have used GLIDE to host the server for our website for years and we are very satisfied. The server uptime is excellent and the website loads quickly. Their customer service is also top notch.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Website performance
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Everything was on time and they were very receptive to our needs
What was your primary form of communication with GLIDE®?
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Their level of professionalism
Are there any areas for improvement or something GLIDE® could have done differently?
Nothing I could think of. We are very satisfied with their services.
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 & API Development for Consulting Firm
API DevelopmentSearch Engine OptimizationWeb Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Feb. 2014 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Their desire to meet expectations and outcomes was evident."
Feb 26, 2024
Executive, Strategic Partnerships, Inc.
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Austin, Texas
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A consulting firm has hired GLIDE® to develop their website and API integrations. The team provides SEO services and maintains the client's site.
GLIDE®'s work has been met with positive acclaim. The team provides commendable customer service, consistently demonstrates urgency sense, and successfully addresses any arousing issues. They are proactive, professional, kind, and thorough, and their commitment to meeting expectations is impressive.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am an executive of Strategic Partnerships, Inc.
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Strategic Partnerships, Inc. (SPI) is a nationally focused business development, government affairs consulting, and procurement consulting firm. Since 1995, the SPI team has offered a more comprehensive suite of services than any other firm in the country. SPI’s capabilities include expertise in the areas of Public-Private Partnerships and the State, Local, and Education (SLED) market.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire GLIDE® to accomplish?
Support and maintenance of the SPI website
SOLUTION
How did you find GLIDE®?
Online Search
Why did you select GLIDE® over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
How many teammates from GLIDE® were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Custom Website Development
Managed Hosting
Site update & fixes as required
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Customer service is great.
Issue resolution and sense of urgency are demonstrated consistently.
Guidance/direction resulted in proper close out of requests.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Very proactive and issues were dispositioned successfully.
Professional, kind and thorough.
What was your primary form of communication with GLIDE®?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Their desire to meet expectations and outcomes was evident.
Are there any areas for improvement or something GLIDE® could have done differently?
Not at the moment.
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
Web Desing & Development for Nonprofit Organization
UX/UI DesignWeb DesignWeb Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Aug. 2023 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They delivered us a website that was incredibly content-rich."
Feb 21, 2024
Communications Manager, Critical Path Institute
Alexander Diegel
Verified
Other industries
Tucson, Arizona
51-200 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A nonprofit organization has hired GLIDE® to design, develop, and launch a custom marketing website. The team provides UX/UI design, content integration, performance optimization, and project management.
GLIDE®'s work met all client expectations. The team completed the project in a timely manner, going above and beyond to meet the launch schedule. They communicated via virtual meetings, emails, and messages. Overall, GLIDE® delivered an impressive website that has comprehensive content scope.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Communications Manager of Critical Path Institute
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
C-Path leads collaborations that accelerate drug development, advancing better treatments for people worldwide.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire GLIDE® to accomplish?
Website Redesign
Improve Messaging
Simplify UX
SOLUTION
How did you find GLIDE®?
Referral
Why did you select GLIDE® over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned
How many teammates from GLIDE® were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
GLIDE will collaboratively plan, design, build, and launch a new custom marketing website for Critical Path Institute located at c-path.org. The scope of work for what is included in this project is below.
Strategy & Planning
User Experience (UX) Design
Website Development
Content Integration
Performance & Optimization
Review & Polish
Frictionless Launch
Project Management
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Measurables TBD after launch via Analytics.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Yes. Needs were responded to in a timely manner in order to hit launch goal.
What was your primary form of communication with GLIDE®?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Jeff (project manger) and I'm sure many others logged long hours in order for us to hit launch goal. They delivered us a website that was incredibly content-rich. I'd be willing to bet we were one of the most robust web redesigns GLIDE had to accomplish.
Are there any areas for improvement or something GLIDE® could have done differently?
I think a fuller understanding of the amount of posts and categorization pre-launch development could have helped both of us. But I acknowledge our website was unique in that regard.
RATINGS
4.5
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"I already have provided a referral ( :
Web Design for Laser Hair Removal Company
Search Engine OptimizationWeb Design
$50,000 to $199,999
Jan. - Oct. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"We were impressed with their professionalism."
Nov 9, 2023
Laser Technician, Laser Hair Removal Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Austin, Texas
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A laser hair removal company hired GLIDE® for their web design services. The team was tasked with creating an easy-to-navigate website.
The final site came out exactly as expected, leaving the client completely satisfied with the engagement. GLIDE® was very communicative at every stage of the process and impressed the client with their strong sense of professionalism.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Laser Technician of a beauty & cosmetics company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation and resurfacing treatments and tattoo removal.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire GLIDE® to accomplish?
Navigating website
Website design
SOLUTION
How did you find GLIDE®?
Referral
Why did you select GLIDE® over others?
High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned
How many teammates from GLIDE® were assigned to this project?
25
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
n/a
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Easy to navigate website for clients and technicians
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Everyone who helped was very communicative in a timely manner
What was your primary form of communication with GLIDE®?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
We were impressed with their professionalism.
Are there any areas for improvement or something GLIDE® 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
Digital Marketing Services for Truck Transportation Company
Conversion OptimizationDigital StrategyPay Per ClickSearch Engine OptimizationSocial Media Marketing
Confidential
Jan. 2021 - Mar. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"We're happy with everything we received."
Mar 27, 2023
Sr Director of Marketing, Truck Transportation Company
Brian Fox
Verified
Other industries
Oak Brook, Illinois
5,001-10,000 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A truck transportation company hired GLIDE for digital marketing services. The team optimized the client's digital marketing strategy to increase click-through rates and SEO performance.
Thanks to GLIDE's efforts, the client was able to increase their click-through rates and leads. All team members were experts in their specific areas, and the client was impressed with their creative solutions. Throughout the engagement, they were always on time and meticulous.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Sr Director of Marketing of a truck transportation company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Our company creates innovative, end-to-end supply chain solutions tailored to your unique business needs.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire GLIDE to accomplish?
Digital Marketing
SOLUTION
How did you find GLIDE?
Referral
Why did you select GLIDE over others?
Pricing first our budget
Good value for cost
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Improved and optimized our digital marketing strategy and increased our click through rates SEO scores
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Increased leads
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Always punctual and throrogh
What was your primary form of communication with GLIDE?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Clearly all experts in their respective areas with the latitude to provide creative solutions with great service
Are there any areas for improvement or something GLIDE could have done differently?
No, we're happy with everything we received, timing prevented us from giving more work.
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
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Our Story
At GLIDE®, we believe your website is your most powerful brand asset. Our mission is to pair elite creative with expert growth strategy to turn bold ideas into measurable results.
Travis McAshan brings 20 years of experience guiding brands, startups & nonprofits to success through digital strategies that balance beauty, usability & results.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/travismcashan/
Brooke MiceliVice President
With 20 years of leadership experience, Brooke Miceli guides GLIDE’s strategy & operations, pairing accountability with innovation to achieve business goals.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookemiceli/
Kimberly YountDirector of Client Services
Kimberly Yount, Director of Client Services at GLIDE, leverages deep expertise in project management & digital marketing to drive client success and team excellence.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyyount/
Drew LyonCreative Director
Drew Lyon guides GLIDE’s creative team to deliver stunning, functional digital experiences—recognized with top industry awards for design & innovation.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-lyon-138824b0/
Dan RaianiSenior Digital Marketing Manager
With over ten years of experience in digital marketing, Dan leverages his expertise in PPC, SEO, and digital strategy to drive impactful results for GLIDE’s clients.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielraiani/
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