UPQODE

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Senior Content Manager of Homethrive

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Benefits that provide both digital and live support for working family caregivers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Total rework of our website, including design, functionality, goals, and copy.

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Online Search

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

Good value for cost

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

Total redesign of the website on desktop and mobile, including 20+ pages ranging from audience to resource.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Website traffic stats are not measurable yet, but we expedited the website in phases to match up with some important dates where we were expecting traffic to the site. More SEO and metadata have also been included in the new site that did not exsist in the old site.

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

We needed to expedite many of the pages in order to meet our deadlines, and Upcode managed to quickly turn around the pages and speed through the development. Despite this, the pages still looked and operated beautifully. 

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The ability and willingness to adjust to time-sensitive needs, and produce a website that is functional and looks great.

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

Information organization: I think that some requests got lost in very long email threads. Not sure if there is a management system that would be able to help assign tasks and sort comments and important links, but that might be helpful for very large projects (like a website).

Timing expectations: I've worked with a company that would send me a visual timeline to go with the scope of our work (and would incorporate any delay on our end). Something like that might be a good way to set expectations for bottlenecked work and how long everything takes to develop. It would be a useful reminder during the meetings as well.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owners of Riverside Chattanooga

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Riverside has grown into a premier gathering for automotive enthusiasts, featuring: 60+ top-tier auto industry vendors from across the U.S. and internationally 12,000+ annual attendees A diverse Auto-Gallery display of 350+ pre-screened enthusiast vehicles and motorcycles from all over the country A festival atmosphere with 25+ food trucks, live music, and live tattooing Partners including BBS, BC Racing, LiquiMoly, and more 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• more professional image online
• improved integration of shopping, ticket sales, and registration process
• visually improved overall user experience

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Referral

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Upqode transformed our business website from basic to truly imaginative. The investment in their services has already made a significant impact on our growth, and we deeply appreciate their attention to detail, flexibility in bringing our ideas to life, and their responsiveness in adapting, guiding, and educating us throughout the process.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Upqode transformed our business website from basic to truly imaginative. The investment in their services has already made a significant impact on our growth, and we deeply appreciate their attention to detail, flexibility in bringing our ideas to life, and their responsiveness in adapting, guiding, and educating us throughout the process.

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

Upqode seamlessly reponded to needs and requests within an appropriate timeline for us. 

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

The attention to detail and delivered product with very little initial information, then their collaboration to get us to the best fit. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

We were satisfied with their services. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Sales of E-Com Elite

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Ecommerce partner that helps established brands scale on Amazon and expand internationally.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Build a high-quality, conversion-focused website that clearly communicates our value proposition
• Create a professional online presence to support brand credibility and outbound sales efforts
• Develop a scalable site structure that we can continue to expand as the business grows

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Referral

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The scope of work included the design and development of a custom website tailored to our business, from initial concept through launch. Key deliverables included full site design in Figma, multiple revision rounds, and front-end development of all core pages. This covered homepage design, service and industry pages, case study layouts, and overall site structure. 
The team also implemented responsive design across devices, basic SEO setup, and performance optimization to ensure a smooth user experience. In addition, they supported feedback cycles through collaborative tools, made iterative design improvements, and handled final deployment to deliver a polished, fully functional website.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project resulted in a significant improvement in our overall brand presence and how we communicate our value to potential partners. We now have a polished, high-converting website that supports our outbound efforts and gives prospects a clear understanding of our model and capabilities. 
This has made our sales conversations more efficient and credible. From a performance standpoint, the site is faster, mobile-friendly, and structured in a way that allows us to continue building on it as the business grows.

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

Their project management was strong throughout the entire process. They stayed organized, communicated clearly, and kept the project moving forward across each phase. Deliverables were generally on time, and when adjustments were needed, they were proactive in communicating timelines and next steps. 
They were also very responsive to feedback, incorporating revisions quickly and making sure everything aligned with our vision. Overall, they were easy to work with, adaptable, and attentive to our needs from start to finish.

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What stood out most was their ability to combine strong design with a clear understanding of business goals. They didn’t just focus on making the site look good — they built it in a way that supports how we actually sell and communicate with partners. Their responsiveness and willingness to iterate based on feedback also stood out. They were flexible, detail-oriented, and consistently focused on getting things right rather than just pushing something through to completion.

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

Nope

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP of Ash Gear & Supply

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Gear Cutting Tool Distributor

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Assist in creation of brand-new website
• Create stronger SEO

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

AI

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

High ratings

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

Upqode was engaged to design and develop a fully custom website for our company, Ash Gear & Supply Corporation. The scope of work included rebuilding our website in Webflow with a focus on performance, usability, and modern design.

The project involved creating a structured and searchable product catalog, integrating all product and technical data from our existing catalog directly into the website, and developing individual product pages for each tool we offer.

Additional responsibilities included implementing a quote request feature, optimizing the site for mobile devices, improving site speed and SEO fundamentals, and ensuring an intuitive user experience for industrial buyers. Upqode also handled design, development, testing, and launch of the website.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The website was just recently launched, so we are still in the early stages of measuring long-term performance metrics. However, the immediate improvements are clear in terms of usability, structure, and overall presentation.

The new site provides a much more organized and searchable product catalog, making it easier for customers to navigate and find relevant tools. The transition from PDFs to fully integrated product pages has significantly improved accessibility and user experience, especially on mobile devices.

We expect the improved structure and user experience to positively impact customer engagement and quote requests as more users interact with the site.

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

Upqode managed the project extremely well from start to finish. Communication was clear, consistent, and responsive throughout the entire process.

They stayed on schedule and were proactive in addressing feedback and making adjustments when needed. The team was highly organized and made the process smooth and efficient on our end.

They were also very flexible when timelines shifted on our side, which we really appreciated.

Overall, they were very easy to work with and did an excellent job understanding and responding to our needs.

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

What stood out most was their ability to take something that felt overwhelming on our end and turn it into a smooth, manageable process.

They understood what we were trying to accomplish and were able to translate that into a clean, modern website that is a huge upgrade from what we had before. The difference between the old site and the new one is night and day.

Even when things felt complex on our side, they handled everything in a way that kept the project moving forward.

Overall, they delivered a high-quality result and made a complicated project much easier to navigate.

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

Overall, we had a very positive experience and there isn’t anything major that stands out as needing improvement.

We’re continuing to work with them, which says a lot about our experience.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Lead of Remondo

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Remondo offers high resolution satellite imagery and data from low cost nanosatellites.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• To educate the industry about the new technology they are bringing to market.
• Create a website to launch the company publicly after several years in stealth.

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Online Search

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned
• Excellent communication

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Upqode built a new website for Remondo, including extensive design services. They also created a new logo. This included a Hubspot integration and several forms, and all backend work from cookies and tag management to privacy policies and SEO. They also set us up with ongoing maintenance and support. The end website is extremely functional, easy for us to update, and we are getting many customer inquiries.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project was done extremely fast, as we had a tight deadline to launch in time for a major international show. It was done in less than 3 months. That was the biggest outcome for us. 

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

They were extremely responsive, were on time for weekly video meetings, and communicated throughout the week to keep us on track. They created a Slack channel for us for urgent issues, which was very helpful. They also communicated over weekends which helped us a lot. 

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

I think their communication was what stood out to us. They are so responsive. We didn't have to wait days for responses - even if they didn't know the answer right away, they responded immediately to let us know they got our question and would be looking into it and solving it. Every person we dealt with was professional and prompt, and our assigned project manager developed a relationship with us so we felt like friends as well, which made it so pleasant. We looked forward to our meetings with her. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

Not that I can think of. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Commercial Studio Lead of an architecture and interior design firm.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Architecture & Interior Design Firm

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Create new website for our firm

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Online Search

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost
• portfolio of websites was impressive

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Guided the design and deployment of a new website including overall site mapping, gathering of extensive image portfolios and organizing that information. Also helped provide a "profile" of our firm and portals for both potential projects and potential employees. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

satisfaction of leadership team with final product and ultimate deployment of updated website

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

Yes, PM on the project (Maria) was exceptionally responsive and proactive in her communication, always articulating clearly what was necessary to move the project forward. I can't think of a time when an action on her part delayed the project. 

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Maria herself was very impressive in her ability to organize the process and maintain momentum towards completion, even we had internal issues on our end which created delays. She was patient but clear and consistently kept us pointed towards completion. Also, UPQODE's processes were user-friendly, images and information were easy to upload, and turnaround time was quick. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

Overall website layout / graphics weren't quite to the level that I expected based on seeing some other sites. To get layouts to the quality we wanted we did quite a bit of work to provide guidance. But when we were able to provide guidance response was timely and they were willing to "go the extra mile" to get it to the graphic level we wanted. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP of IT of an IT company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company provides enterprise IT services, software integrations, and technology infrastructure management to help businesses streamline their operations

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Design a new website

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Online Search

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

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

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

We engaged UPQODE for a full website redesign and development project to modernize our online presence and better position ourselves in the federal contracting and defense technology space. The project included UI/UX design for 17 page templates across 42 total pages, WordPress development with Elementor Pro, technical SEO implementation, and a style guide.

From day one, UPQODE's project management was excellent. They assigned a dedicated team — including a project manager, creative director, UI/UX designer, and developers — and kept the project organized and moving forward through clear milestones and regular communication. Their use of ActiveCollab and Figma made collaboration seamless, even with our team balancing multiple priorities.

The design phase was a highlight. UPQODE took the time to understand our brand, our audience of federal contracting officers, and our competitive landscape. The homepage concepts they delivered in June 2025 were strong, and the iterative feedback process through Figma was smooth and efficient. By late October, designs were finalized and development was already underway — right on schedule.

Their team is responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in delivering quality work. They've been easy to work with and transparent throughout the process. We'd recommend UPQODE to any organization looking for a modern, well-executed website redesign.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Excellent, well-designed new website that was a great improvement over our previous one

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

Yes, their project management was great throughout, with good communication, frequent check-ins, and excellent project tracking

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Good designs and full featured delivery with lots of included features

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

no

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the VP of Marketing of HireQuest

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

HireQuest is a leading franchisor of staffing and workforce solutions, serving communities across the United States and international markets.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Rebuild Consumer Websites

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Online Search

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

• High ratings
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

A Strategic Digital Partner That Delivers — UpQode

We engaged UpQode to help elevate our consumer websites and the results were tangible, measurable, and strategically smart. If you’re looking for an agency that can translate business goals into a digital strategy that actually moves the needle, they’re worth serious consideration.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

What They Do Well
Strategic Thinking First
UpQode doesn’t start with templates. They start with why - your business objective, audience behavior, and competitive context. That means the work you get isn’t just visually appealing, it’s purpose-built to perform.

Design That’s Both Beautiful and Functional
The creative team balances aesthetics with usability. Projects are polished without being trendy for the sake of trends, they reflect client brand personality and support user engagement.
Technical Execution You Can Trust
From responsive sites to scalable site builds, their development team is proactive in solving problems you didn’t even know you had. Implementation is clean, fast, and future-ready.

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

How They Work
UpQode is collaborative without being overwhelming. They set clear checkpoints, share insights in language the business team actually understands, and keep communication open without micromanagement. Deadlines and budgets were respected  which, let’s be honest, still feels like a differentiator in this industry. We were initially concerned time zones could be a barrier yet they have proven us wrong (in the best way).

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Who They’re Best For
Organizations that want:

A partner, not just a vendor
Strategy + execution under one roof
Digital solutions that grow with their business
If you’re a company ready to invest in quality and long-term results - UpQode will not disappoint.

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

N/A

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Department Director of Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Foundation provides equipment, programs, and resources to address gaps in city funding and help the LAFD save lives and build resilient communities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Website development
• Maintenance support
• Webpage development

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Online Search

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

The LAFD Foundation hired Upqode to develop a new website for us. Our old, outdated website lacked a dynamic feel, was not user friendly, and was challenging to edit on the backend. Upqode supported us with innovative UI/UX design, SEO, and a design that was responsive to the needs of our users across mobile, tablet, and desktop. Key deliverables included:

• Development of a new sitemap and content map
• Acquisition of assets
• Hosting
• Post-development maintenance 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The development of the new website resulted in an easy-to-navigate, dynamic, colorful design with improved bandwidth and overall "feel." The SEO development and intentional user-forward design has contributed to increased traffic to the website with more unique visitors when we look at year-over-year metrics. Additionally, Upqode's guidance along the way and after development helped ensure that our team was equipped with the tools and expertise necessary to make our own changes and navigate the backend of the site.

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

Upqode was very timely, especially considering the fact that our project was delayed significantly when the fires broke out in Los Angeles in January 2025. Upqode was incredibly patient with us, and very professionally ensured that we stayed on track while giving us the space and time we needed to navigate such a uniquely chaotic time during wildfire crisis that directly impacted our work and our city. 

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

Most impressive was Upqode's expertise and ability to quickly solve issues. They are true experts in the field, and despite their being an international company, we felt as though they understood our needs in Los Angeles and aligned their methods and strategy with that knowledge. They not only solved issues quickly but also shared their wisdom and provided solutions for us to carry forward, empowering us to take the lead when necessary.  

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

Our only disappointment was with the subsequent maintenance plans that were required, but not clearly outlined at the outset of the project. It was totally understandable that maintenance post-development would be required, but we did feel a bit blindsided when we arrived at the end of the project and learned that there would be additional costs associated with their support after the project had been completed. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Partner of Little Candle Marketing on behalf of SEOPS Space

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

SEOPS is a leading provider of integration and launch solutions for smallsats headed to LEO, cislunar, and beyond. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire UPQODE to accomplish?

• Refresh the brand (& therefore website) to better reflect the company's offerings

SOLUTION

How did you find UPQODE?

Online Search

Why did you select UPQODE over others?

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

How many teammates from UPQODE were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

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

We engaged Upqode for a full website redesign & development. This included discovery and planning, requirements gathering, project planning and scheduling. It involved creating new brand / visual identity, including color palette and typography, a graphic style guide, and ultimately a new logo and an animation of that logo. They did all the UX/UI design, information architecture, wireframes, concept designs and several custom illustrations. They also did the website development, including all front-end and back-end development, including integration with our CRM system, forms and analytics. Finally, they completed content migration, SEO setup, all testing and QA, including the launch deployment and post-launch testing, training, documentation and support. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Our primary goal was to elevate the brand identity from others in the industry, and create a web experience that was more cohesive in order to tell a more comprehensive story than the previous site. We also wanted to create more CTAs throughout the site to drive leads. Ultimately, we believed the traffic would increase because of more attractive layout and design, and early indicators are showing that to be true. 

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

100%! Upqode excels in project management. Whether it was during weekly calls or emails that succinctly outlined decisions, we always knew where we stood, and what the next steps were.  The team was super responsive to our questions, our requests to increase the scope, and extremely helpful with guidance, options and opinions.  

What was your primary form of communication with UPQODE?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

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

I can't say enough good things about our experience with Upqode -- from sales, design and project management, to ongoing maintenance. They had a very experienced team that consistently showed their professionalism, expertise, and desire to create a project that fit our needs. We actually looked forward to our weekly calls -- and having done many website design and development projects over the years, I can honestly that doesn't typically happen. Huge kudos to our team there.

Are there any areas for improvement or something UPQODE could have done differently?

I think one of their strong suits is managing to a schedule, but still remaining flexible throughout the process. We never felt like we couldn't get more options, a new approach, new images, etc. They were genuinely concerned that we were happy with the work, the deliverables, and that we had ownership over how things worked (like forms and integrations). We threw some curve balls at them and they were very open about their process, their tools, and implications of our requests. We really felt like part of the team.