Savage Global Marketing

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the director of sales and marketing for Sun Power Diesel, a well-established diesel engine dealership that’s celebrating its 70th year in business representing multiple brands of marine propulsion and generator units, and also providing parts support and full service.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We wanted to do a better job with marketing the company. We had an old, ineffective website that we weren’t able to communicate very well through.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

I was involved in all the verbiage, imagery, and structure of the project. Then I presented how I wanted it to look to their team and they implemented that vision on the website. They have since expanded to include our social media needs.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked primarily with Chris (Owner and President, Savage Global Marketing), Vitor (CMO, Savage Global Marketing), who is a partner in the company, and then I think there have been a few other individuals assisting at various stages.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

We shopped a number of website designers and interviewed about four of them. Savage Global Marketing was the most effective at receiving our message and showing enthusiasm about working with us. We were attracted to that quality in them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent about $35,000 for the design, development, and maintenance so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our project started in January 2018, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’ve been working with Savage Global Marketing for about a year and a half, adding new products fairly regularly over that period. We don’t have a complete report on the statistics yet but have noticed that parts, marine engine, and generator sales are up, and the service departments activity has increased. I attribute this to better marketing for the company.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

Savage Global Marketing has performed very well throughout the project. They’re very task-oriented. If I ask them to do something for me, they focus on it and get it done. If there’s tweaking along the way, we work on that too, but for the most part, everything has gone very smoothly.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I think enthusiasm is Savage Global Marketing’s biggest strength. Their knowledge of the technology and eagerness to gather information and effectively get the product working is really their strong suit.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, I can’t think of anything.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Communicate clearly what it is you want to get done and give them all the materials they need. Don’t assume that they’re going to understand your business right away, and they’ll get whatever you want done.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m part owner and VP of sales, service, and marketing at Vera Buick GMC.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

My company hired Savage Global Marketing to help us with online marketing.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Savage Global Marketing is building our digital ads and keyword campaigns using Google Ads. They also do some offsite SEO. In the first couple of months of our work together, Savage Global Marketing gathered data and made changes to our existing campaigns.

What is the team composition?

Our main point of contact is Christopher (CEO, Savage Global Marketing). Two team members work in the background supporting Christopher.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

I’ve known Christopher for several years; he was a customer of mine before he started his own business.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $15,000–$20,000 so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

My company began working with Savage Global Marketing in February 2019, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

It’s still a little early to analyze metrics. However, our traffic and lead counts have already increased slightly, so we’re definitely going in the right direction.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

Project management is excellent. They implemented their services in half the time they had projected. We typically communicate via phone and email.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Savage Global Marketing is very knowledgeable. Their communication has been great so far.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there are none that I’ve seen.  

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the president of Marina Resorts, a marine facility and luxury apartment complex.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

I’ve worked with several digital marketing providers and wasn’t seeing the results I wanted. I hired Savage Global Marketing for running our social media, crafting our website and marketing materials, and creating promotional marketing for trade shows.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Savage Global Marketing primarily crafts social media content. They’ve done photo shoots and produced videos for our site. Their team marketed videos and created display boards for the Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. Savage Global Marketing also assists with our SEO. They work on increasing online presence.

What is the team composition?

Chris (CEO, Savage Global Marketing) is our primary contact.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

One of our tenants, a restaurant, recommended Savage Global Marketing. After seeing the work that they completed for them, I decided to give their team a try.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $15,000–$20,000 so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our engagement began with Savage Global Marketing in August 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’ve seen reports that show phone calls have come from Google leads. The boat show was a success; there was an increase in sales and interest. Their team is still working on the marina website, but it’s about 90% completed. It’s a much cleaner, fresher site than our previous, and a lot more user-friendly.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

Savage Global Marketing has gone above and beyond. We’re involved in every aspect of production and are consistently updated. Their team wants our input and feedback. I’ve met with Chris many times in-person. We also communicate through phone calls, email, and text.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Since our engagement began, we’ve developed a personal relationship with Savage Global Marketing. Chris goes out of his way to get work done. Not only the way he wants it but how we foresee our company’s vision and brand.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, nothing yet.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the marketing director of a cosmetics company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We hired Savage Global Marketing to generate leads that we could convert into accounts. We also wanted to modernize our digital marketing efforts by building new communication channels.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The team creates our emails to customers and prospects, develops social media marketing efforts, and drives our PPC strategy. They enhance the backend of our website to solve HTML issues with SEO in mind.

What is the team composition?

Our main point of contact is Vitor (Director of Strategy, Savage Global Marketing). Santiago (Software Development, Savage Global Marketing) designs and executes our graphic content as well as implements development changes.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

After reaching out to several agencies, Savage Global Marketing seemed to be the right fit. I was looking for a team that could help us grow our efforts from the ground up with a diverse range of marketing services. Their locality has been an added plus, a bonus we realized after hiring them.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working together around October 2018 and started executing on our strategy and goals in January 2019. The partnership is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our existing customers have been more engaged with our company due to the team's overall efforts. We feel more reputable with an upgraded online presence.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

Vitor has been an excellent project manager. It’s clear that he's personally invested in the project and wants us to succeed. I appreciate his willingness to learn about our company and become a part of our organization.

The team delivers detail-oriented work to ensure they are meeting our specific needs accurately. When we give feedback, it resonates positively and gets applied to tasks in the future. They’ve fostered a great collaborative effort to make sure we’re on the same page.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Savage Global Marketing’s dedication to our account has made them a pleasure to work with.  Our positive partnership has translated into a successful marketing effort.

Are there any areas they could improve?

We had some minor challenges with the onboarding process. There were some disconnects because we weren’t in sync; but, after spending dedicated time with the team, we were able to start executing on our goals. I’ve been happy with the team’s work ever since.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the customer satisfaction coordinator of Blackfin Boats.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We hired Savage Global Marketing to write blogs for our company. We wanted them to create content that relates to our products, activities, and shows.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Savage Global Marketing takes care of all of our social media needs. They write 10 blogs per month for us: five for both of our companies. Once the materials are written, they post the content to Twitter, Facebook, our website, etc. They handle a wide variety of tasks for us.

What is the team composition?

Christopher (CEO, Savage Global Marketing) and one other teammate were my primary points of contact.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

I was not a part of the search process, so I’m unsure how we found Savage Global Marketing. However, I was involved in the review process when they presented their work and approach to us.

What is the status of this engagement?

Our engagement has been ongoing since 2016.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I don’t have quantitative metrics, but Savage Global Marketing knows exactly what we need and eagerly accomplish it for us. The materials they produce allow our business to present itself professionally to the public.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

The team is very responsive. Every email and request is followed up on within an hour, if not 15 minutes. I can always rely on them to figure out any issues or find a solution. They present excellent reporting to keep us updated on what aspects are working and what we need to pay more attention to.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their high energy and willingness to explore every option make them valuable to us. No alternative is off the table in their mind. The team is eager to hear our ideas and make our company look as good as possible.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can’t think of anything for them to improve on.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the marketing coordinator for Monterey Boats, a boat manufacturer located in Florida.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We hired Savage Global Marketing to help us with our organic SEO and improve our online presence.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Savage Global Marketing provides a range of SEO services for us. They research topics and produce four blogs per month. Their team creates keywords that are relevant to our industry. Additionally, they’ve created a content calendar for posting on social media and publishing the blogs. They run several efforts to increase overall link sharing and give us recommendations on best practices.

What is the team composition?

My main contact is Christopher (CEO, Savage Global Marketing) and one other member of their team.  

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

We followed a recommendation from someone with a connection to Savage Global Marketing. I researched their company, reviewed their work, and was impressed with the results they’ve delivered for other companies.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $20,000 so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working together since July 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

So far, social media content and blog posts have been positively received. We’re beginning to see significant amounts of link sharing, which supports our overall goal of increasing visibility. From the monthly analytics reports, we can see the progress our keywords are making.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

We communicate primarily through phone, email, and in-person meetings. They’ve done a great job at managing the work and keeping us updated.  

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their ability to fulfill our needs and find solutions continually impress us. Even if they don’t have the answers, they put in the effort to research and help us.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They’ve done a great job; there’s nothing they could be doing better.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of The Marine Guardian, a GPS tracking device for people in the marine industry.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We hired Savage Global Marketing to build our website from scratch.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We needed a website that displayed data, pictures, and technical information pertaining to the product. Savage Global Marketing developed the site on WordPress, focusing on showcasing the tracking device. They built a shopping cart and a feature where the screen switches from page to page before users can scroll down. They also ran PPC. Chris (CEO, Savage Global Marketing) created a video for our site using his drone. He also designed a logo for the website and company.

What is the team composition?

Chris is our primary contact.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

Another boat company recommended Savage Global Marketing. I hired them because they work in the marine industry and are in the area. I can be at their office in ten minutes.

How much have you invested with them?

We initially paid $6,500, and now pay about $350 a month.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working with Savage Global Marketing in May 2017, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We launched the site within two months. Savage Global Marketing continues updating the website, keeping the pages fresh. I’m satisfied with the quality and UX of the site. Plenty of people tell me how nice and professional it looks. Traffic is increasing because of their work with the ads they’re running.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

Savage Global Marketing is full of young and energetic workers. Chris answers every call and email. He responds quickly no matter the time of day or week. Chris tracks the analytics, keeping me updated.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I appreciate their professionalism. Chris will take and return calls at any time.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, Chris has hit all the targets.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the president and owner of Euromotive Performance, a number-one-rated repair center for luxury cars.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We’re a growing business. While I’ve worked with other SEO agencies in the past, I was looking for an agency that would drive more results and help my company stay above competitors.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

After discussing who we were as a business, Savage Global Marketing began providing SEO, AdWords, and social media management services for the company.

What is the team composition?

I’ve worked with Christopher (CEO, Savage Global Marketing).

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

Savage Global Marketing was recommended to me. I met with their team and saw that they’ve worked with notable clients in our market.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Savage Global Marketing in August 2018, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Savage Global Marketing exceeded my expectations. Our ROI is significantly increasing. Because of their SEO and PPC work, our site appears higher in search engines. Their work with our social media recently began. Based on my experience so far, I’m expecting positive results.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

Savage Global Marketing is a professional and responsive team that has performed excellently. We communicate through email, phone, and scheduled in-person meetings. I’m used to staying in control, which has led to me turning into a manager in my past experiences. Savage Global Marketing is ahead of everyone else.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their team is a proactive partner that remains on top of search engine algorithms and other market changes. They have a personal approach and are attentive to detail. Our expectations are important to Savage Global Marketing.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Nothing comes to mind. Savage Global Marketing is impressive overall.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Arid Bilge System, a provider of a computerized vacuum product that automatically vacuums up residual fluid in the bow, mid, and stern of vessels. It helps prevent odors, corrosion, and rust by vacuuming everything into one central location.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We needed a partner to develop our website and help with other marketing projects, such as videos and ads.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Savage Global Marketing collaborates with our internal team to come up with marketing ideas and the layout of our website. They’ve created marketing assets, such as shock marketing on billboards to get people’s attention as they drive down the highway. They’re currently working on our website, which they built from scratch. They’ve integrated features such as custom animations and artwork. They also edit our marketing videos, as needed.

What is the team composition?

We have two main points of contact.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

They were a referral. The company is local and in the heart of the marine capital of the world, so they’re experts in the marine industry.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent under $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We partnered in 2018, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The site hasn’t launched yet, so we don’t have any quantifiable metrics. However, I’m happy with the quality of the work I’ve seen so far.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

They have good project management. We mainly communicate via text and email, but I can call them if I ever need something done quickly. They let me see what’s being done with the website in real time.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re patient, committed, and positive, helping us build a more refined product. The team is creative and bright, making sure that our needs are consistently met.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of Advance Trappers, a nuisance and wildlife removal company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Savage Global Marketing?

We were struggling with lead generation and attracting new customers. We hired a few companies and even did some in-house marketing work, but we never saw results.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Savage Global Marketing created a new WordPress website from scratch, improving the SEO and adding features such as blog posts. The new site is fast, and Savage Global Marketing hosts it on their own server. They provide a wide range of digital marketing services, constantly updating and adding to our content. They write it, I revise it, and then we post it to the site. They also worked on our PPC campaign and collaborated to make our logo.

How did you come to work with Savage Global Marketing?

They hosted a meeting that I attended with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). I liked what Savage Global Marketing had to offer, and the owner was local and charismatic, so we hired them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $22,000, and they’re worth every penny.

What is the status of this engagement?

We’ve been working together since January 2018, and the partnership is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They send lots of data and have consistently exceeded our expectations. We’ve had at least 1,200% growth since hiring them, which I never saw with any of the other firms I worked with. I never thought we’d be this successful; I wish we’d started working with them sooner. We’ve started taking business from our biggest competitors, which is a huge success.

How did Savage Global Marketing perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re transparent and give me detailed reports every month. I can monitor everything they’re doing and review the leads being sent our way. They listen to my feedback and learn all they can about our industry in order to better perform their job. For the first month, we talked daily, which is attention that I never got from any other vendors. They’re patient and understanding, taking my input seriously and delivering results in a timely manner.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re knowledgeable and have lots of talented employees. The team works together well to provide excellent service and foster a positive working relationship.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, they’ve exceeded our expectations.