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5.0
12 reviews

EBQ provides outsourced sales and marketing services to software, hardware, and cloud technology organizations.

We have teams that are dedicated to each phase of the buyer’s journey which can be sourced to fill gaps or increase velocity of your sales efforts.

Each team comes trained on best practices and fully managed to provide pipeline creation and revenue growth.

 
$5,000+
 
Undisclosed
 
50 - 249
 Founded
2006
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Austin, TX
headquarters
  • 6800 Burleson Road Building 312, Suite 150
    Austin, TX 78704
    United States
    512-637-9696

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Key clients: 

b2b software based solutions

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Lead Generation for Computer & Network Security Firm

"Their team is easy to work with and ensure that we are satisfied."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Less than $10,000
 
Mar. 2020 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart generates sales opportunities and increases the profit margins of the computer and network security business efficiently, without having to deplete the company's internal sales resources.

The Reviewer
 
51-200 Employees
 
Herndon, Virginia
Byron Rashed
Vice President of Marketing, Centripetal
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart supplied the target list and immediately kicked off the calling and email process. The team helped in finding qualified prospects and immediately releases them to the concerned sales manager. With their work, they significantly enabled the company to close many deals.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Vice President of Centripetal. My responsibilities include all global marketing and PR functions as well as spearheading the lead generation programs to create awareness, qualified leads, and expand the sales pipeline.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EBQuickstart?

We were looking for a multi-faceted lead generation program that included outbound calling and email. The EBQuickstart offering met all our needs.

What were your goals for this project?

Our goals were to create sales opportunities and grow the sales pipeline without placing a burden on internal sales resources.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I knew of EBQuickstart for years and decided to use their services.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

They create a target list based on our criteria and start the calling/email process. We also supply them with an additional intent list that they work on as well. Once the prospect agrees to a call/meeting, they will contact the respective internal sales manager and make the introduction to move forward.

What was the team composition?

We work directly with the team leads to determine targets and have bi-weekly calls to share any issues, updates, etc.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We have had great success with EBQuickstart and they have booked several meetings that have lead to POCs and eventually closed deals.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They are excellent, our calls address any concerns, etc. to which there were very few and minor. They are extremely proactive.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their team is easy to work with and ensure that we are satisfied.

Are there any areas for improvement?

Not at the moment, they are one of the best lead generation firms I have worked with.

5.0
Overall Score Excellent all around!
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
    Very easy, they basically do it all.
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
    Affordable, good value for the money!
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
    Delivered high quality leads that have lead to revenue.
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer
    I would definitely recommend them to others that need this type of service.

Lead Generation Contact List Creation for Web Services Co

“They were beyond exceptional. I’ve never worked with a company that was so on top of their game.”

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Less than $10,000
 
May - June 2020
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart generated a contact list for lead generation campaigns. The contact list was specific to a public sector vertical for a partner’s solution.

The Reviewer
 
5,001-10,000 Employees
 
British Columbia, Canada
Partner Development Manager, Web Services Company
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart’s involvement helped to generate 300 contacts with a 95% accuracy rate in less than a month, and internal stakeholders are confident that their work will produce promising leads. The team worked incredibly quickly while adhering to internal processes and keeping the project on track.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I work at a web services company. I’m a partner development manager.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with EBQuickstart?

I was working on a lead generation program for partners that I work with in Canada. The specific challenge was generating quality contact lists for lead generation campaigns. 

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

EBQ provided us with a contact list specific to a particular vertical in public sector for our partner’s solution.

What is the team composition?

We worked with three people. Paul C. (Client Success Manager) was our primary contact and liaison with EBQ. We also worked with Chris V. (Director of Data Operations), our project manager, as well as someone who did the work gathering the contacts. 

How much have you invested with them?

It was approximately $2,500.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project was from May–June 2020.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We’re in progress with lead generation campaigns, so the metric we have is how many warm leads will come back to a specific partner based upon that contact list. It’s still early, but I can tell you that one of the contacts we called asked us to present on the specific solution to their membership, which includes over 400 active members. We gathered about 300 contacts with a 95% accuracy rate in under 30 days.

How did EBQuickstart perform from a project management standpoint?

They were beyond exceptional. I’ve never worked with a company that was so on top of their game yet non-irritating. They maintained regular cadence and kept everybody on task from our company, the partner company, and their side. They adhered to the very strict format of contact gathering that we required. They were just a pleasure to work with. We communicated through a web conference platform.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their speed was impressive. They not only turned around quotes for getting the work done very quickly, but the actual completion of the work was incredibly quick. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

I honestly can’t think of anything they could’ve done better. 

Any advice for potential customers?

Just do it. It was the single most effective thing that I’ve done in my current role.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Inside Sales Support for E-Commerce Product

"Their collaborative approach to being an extension of our organization is impressive."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.5
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
Jan. 2020 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart manages outbound marketing activities, seeking to schedule product demos for the internal sales team. They've completed discovery calls to discuss buyer profiles as well as potential challenges.

The Reviewer
 
1-10 Employees
 
London, United Kingdom
Head of Sales & Marketing, Zenda
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart allows the internal team to focus on growth strategy, ensuring that their sales target the right people in the right way. They're readily available as needed and stay in contact throughout.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

E-commerce leader in international shipping. Head of Sales and Marketing.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EBQuickstart?

Manage outbound inside sales team to schedule demonstrations of our technology and solutions to prospects.

What were your goals for this project?

Increase the number clients through the prospecting efforts.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

RFQ with several organization that provide similar solutions.

Describe the project in detail.

Once we select EBQ we set up discovery calls to discuss the typical buyer profile as well as challenges in closing the deal. We also provided leads via SFDC integration for easy access and tracking.

What was the team composition?

Inside Sales Rep, Inside Sales Supervisor, Project Manager.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Our organization is in a growth strategy. With EBQ, we are able to focus our efforts so that our prospecting and sales strategy is messaged to the right people, the right way, and at the right cadence.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Worklow has been great. They believe in high touch and being readily available when needed.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their collaborative approach to being an extension of our organization is impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement?

I can't think of any.

5.0
Overall Score Exceeds expectations and rises to the challenges while bringing their expertise.
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
    Readily available
  • 4.5 Cost
    Value / within estimates
    Reasonable
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
    solid at exceeding expectations
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer
    Highly regarded as a partner

Marketing & Sales CRM Consulting for Technology Startup

"We can tell that they’ve been doing this for a long time because they’re a well-oiled machine."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.0
Willing to refer: 
4.0
The Project
 
$10,000 to $49,999
 
Feb. 2020 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart works from a list to call leads and send follow-up emails to them. The team also schedules appointments if the individuals are interested in going through a demo.

The Reviewer
 
1-10 Employees
 
Birmingham, Alabama
Ashlee Ammons
Co-Founder, Mixtroz
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart's efforts have resulted in an increase in demo appointments. The team possesses exceptional project management skills, working methodically and over-communicating when necessary. Not only are they experts in their field, but they also mesh well with the internal team.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a co-founder of an early-stage technology startup called Mixtroz.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with EBQuickstart?

We needed to drive more qualified leads into our funnel so that we could get more demos booked in our calendar.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We gave EBQuickstart a target list of leads, which they called methodically and followed up with on with emails. They’re taking all sorts of day-to-day actions that we, as founders, don’t have time to do. 

Once they get someone interested in a demo, they’ll set up an appointment and hand it over to me. I’m actually the one performing the demos, and I give them feedback through our Slack channel, letting them know whether that was a good lead or not.

What is the team composition?

I’m working with three people from EBQuickstart, including a day-to-day point of contact.

How did you come to work with EBQuickstart?

They reached out to us and happened to have really good timing.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve paid them around $25,000 so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with EBQuickstart in February 2020, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

EBQuickstart has increased our demo appointments, and that’s what we were looking for.

How did EBQuickstart perform from a project management standpoint?

We mainly communicate with their team through email and Slack, and they’re also onboarded on our HubSpot to record the demos as they’re setting them up. They’re very buttoned up in terms of project management. 

The process is methodical, and their project manager is there to give us advice, guide us, and report on what’s going on. All of that is above expectations. They over-communicate about where they are on things and about any challenges they may be facing. 

The team is very easy to get in touch with. I’ve never had to spend an inordinate amount of time getting in touch with them when I needed quick feedback on something. Being early-stage isn’t cheap, and we would’ve cut the deal with EBQuickstart a long time ago if it hadn’t worked.

What did you find most impressive about them?

It’s their know-how in what they do. We can tell that they’ve been doing this for a long time because they’re a well-oiled machine. The benefit of doing something like this as an early-stage startup is cost because we don’t have to take on in-house employees. 

Secondly, we’re getting a well-oiled machine with good processes in place. EBQuickstart feels like an extension of my team, and it’s been a really seamless process. They definitely don’t feel like a third party calling on our behalf.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, there are no areas of improvement. Like any business, we want our conversions to speed up, but that really doesn’t have to do with them. In fact, we’re raising another round of funding right now. When that happens, it’s our plan to expand the collaboration with EBQuickstart. I’d spend more with them if I could.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

If the client company isn’t buttoned up and doesn’t have materials for them to work with, it might be difficult to work with an agency like EBQuickstart. Had they come to us in 2019 instead of 2020, it would’ve been too early.

We were still in the building phase, making sure we had collateral and case studies that an agency like theirs could direct an interested party to.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 4.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 4.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Sales Lead Generation for Security Company

"They understand our product and our audience very well, know how to pitch our product, and are very Salesforce savvy."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Confidential
 
Jan. 2017 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

A security company hired EBQuickstart to generate qualified leads to feed their sales funnel. They do 100% of the lead generation, making them an integral part of the team.

The Reviewer
 
201-500 Employees
 
Salt Lake City, Utah
Marketing Manager, Security Company
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The process is seamless, as the team at EBQuickstart are responsive, communicative, adaptable, knowledgeable, and flexible Salesforce experts. They're easy to do business with and deliver high-quality results — generating an ROI of 10+.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a marketing manager for a security company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with EBQuickstart?

We hired them to generate qualified sales leads to feed our sales funnel.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They have a team of development reps that call on our target audience, qualify them, and find interested prospects who are interested in purchasing our product to send over to us. They work with our sales reps to find qualified leads. They do 100% of our lead generation each quarter and are an integral part of our team.

What is the team composition?

Michael (VP) is my main contact, but I’ve worked with a few others.

How did you come to work with EBQuickstart?

When I started, the process was already in motion. I’ve worked with other similar groups and they’re the best.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began work in January 2017, and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The process was seamless. They’re experts on Salesforce, the CRM we use, call lists, and more. They’re the subject matter experts and are very easy to do business with. We’ve grown with them, generating an ROI of 10+.

How did EBQuickstart perform from a project management standpoint?

They’re very responsive. We’d have weekly meetings, and if we ever needed to get in touch with them they’d respond incredibly quickly. They actually adopted an email on our domain which made them fully integrated with our team.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They understand our product and our audience very well, know how to pitch our product, and are very Salesforce savvy.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, they’re very good overall.

5.0
Overall Score They have great communication, great product delivery, and responsiveness. Overall exceptional.
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
    They’re responsive and they hit their numbers.
  • 4.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
    They provide exactly what we need.
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Sales Dev Services for Enterprise Cloud Platform

"They bring to the table a proven process and the ability to start small, hire fractional support, and scale as needed."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
$50,000 to $199,999
 
Jan. 2020 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart provides staff augmentation services, working as a business development representative for an enterprise cloud platform.

The Reviewer
 
11- 50 Employees
 
Austin, Texas
Andy Ambrose
Head of Business Development, Liveoak Technologies, Inc.
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart has leveraged their strong industry knowledge to reduce the sales cycle and acquire twice as many qualified leads in a short timeframe. Not only do they have superb project management skills, but the team also possesses a unique and scalable formula that allows them to ramp up quickly.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the head of business development and marketing at Liveoak Technologies, Inc. an enterprise cloud platform that creates new ways for financial institutions to do business with their customers without having to do so in person.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with EBQuickstart?

We’re a very small nimble group, so we don’t have a giant sales team or a large number of prospective customers. We brought EBQuickstart on to augment our personal prospecting and up-funnel activities.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The EBQuickstart team serves as our business development representative. 

What is the team composition?

We work with account managers and sales leads. 

How did you come to work with EBQuickstart?

We had a job rec out and we were struggling to find someone who wasn’t entry-level. Another company told us that we should talk to EBQuickstart. The second we finished our conversation with them, we knew that they would solve our problem. 

How much have you invested with them?

So far, we’ve spent around $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working with EBQuickstart in January 2020, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

They bring to the table a proven process and the ability to start small, hire fractional support, and scale as needed. I’ve been impressed with EBQuickstart’s level of industry knowledge and how quickly they’ve been able to set appointments with qualified leads.

In a matter of months, we doubled our qualified leads. We have a long sales cycle, about 18 months, but EBQuickstart shortened our cycle to about six months for one of our leads. 

How did EBQuickstart perform from a project management standpoint?

Their project management is fantastic. We have weekly touchpoints with account management and sales leadership. When we add them to Salesforce, they drop in their process right away. With EBQuickstart, you get the process with the people. 

What did you find most impressive about them?

The team has a unique formula that works and is scalable. Their speed of ramping up and the effectiveness of their formula is impressive. 

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, not that I can think of. 

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Invest time in the weekly call to give them feedback, because they take it and apply it.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Market Research for Library Nonprofit

"Their process and professionalism set them apart."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
4.5
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
$10,000 to $49,999
 
May 2019 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart provided market research and business development services for a library nonprofit. The team was responsible lead generation, contact and account management

The Reviewer
 
51-200 Employees
 
Atlanta, Georgia
Lisa Larson
Sr. Director of Outreach & Engagement, LYRASIS
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart met all goals set forth by the internal team. The team is process-oriented and professional, doing research into the industry at hand to provide the best support. EBQuickstart is communicative and accommodating. 

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

LYRASIS is a non-profit organization that serves libraries, archives and museums in the United States

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EBQuickstart?

EBQ was a recommendation from another not-for-profit organization that LYRASIS is partnered with. LYRASIS was in need of some market research and business development in the museum field for an open source collection management software

What were your goals for this project?

Increase awareness of the software, increase awareness of the benefits of open source vs closed/proprietary software that is prevalent in the field and ultimately to increase adoption.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

EBQ was referred to us by another organization that had used the EBQ services for projects in the past for similar work with museums. After interviewing leadership at EQB and receiving a comprehensive proposal, we moved forward.

Describe the scope of their work in detail.

EBQ provided lead generation, contact, and account management and turned over active conversations to our in-house interviews and opportunity development.

What was the team composition?

The EBQ team was comprised of a success Specialist and a Project/Success Manager

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

I would highly recommend EBQ as a partner, both long term project-based and short-term. The organization is very process-oriented, professional and I was very impressed with how quickly our EBQ team - from top to bottom - picked up the nuances of a complex industry and service need. This is likely an indication that this organization can tackle projects in many industries, as a result of their methodology.

While we came with contact lists, EBQ used our business case requirements to also build out a universe of prospective contacts. Communication was open, transparent and frequent. Success metrics are part of the deliverables. EBQ helped us achieve all goals we set out to accomplish on a project-based deadline and I hope that another project comes along that allows me to engage EBQ again. Highly recommend.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Excellent process, excellent communication, flexible platforms - theirs, yours - they will accommodate or adapt.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their process and professionalism set them apart.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None at all.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 4.5 Cost
    Value / within estimates
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Lead Gen. & Appointment Setting for Savings Marketplace

"They crushed it."

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5.0

Quality: 
5.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
5.0
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
$10,000 to $49,999
 
May - Aug. 2019
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart sourced employees to provide lead generation and appointment setting services. Their team booked meetings using provided resources and messaging. 

The Reviewer
 
51-200 Employees
 
Austin, Texas
Adam Boyd
VP of Client Sales, Beneplace
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart exceeded expectations, delivering an effective service. Their professionalism was noteworthy. They work fast with any task. Customers can expect an easy-going engagement. 

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the head of new client sales and marketing. In that capacity, I oversee our efforts to create and convert leads for our discount marketplaces and voluntary employee benefits.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EBQuickstart?

We had some effective BDRs who had received great promotions to other companies, and replacing them was a challenge in the Austin market. We couldn't get interviewees in fast enough before they took other jobs. We began looking to an outsourced firm to see if they could do the work of staffing the role and managing the resources better than we could.

What were your goals for this project?

We actually ran them against another group to see which of the two would perform better in a head to head competition on setting meetings. I was hoping to see approximately 8 appointments per month from each group for the summer months.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

I selected EBQ after starting with a list of 10 highly rated groups. I narrowed it to two finalists we decided to run in a bakeoff. It was actually EBQ's suggestion to run a bakeoff, as they are so confident in their ability to perform. What's more, they bill month to month and don't require longer contracts: all the risk is on them to get it done. The other groups didn't have that confidence.

Describe the project in detail.

The project was simple: we'd help them with messaging, and provide them with lists of prospects, including contact info. We just wanted them to book meetings. Both groups got the same amount of information and we equally split the list among the two groups.

What was the team composition?

They assigned, effectively, an SDR, a project manager, and a team lead.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

They crushed it. Let me say this: they dominated the other team, and the other team insisted on having weekly calls with 4 people from their team every time. It wasn't even close. EBQ got started faster, required less of us, and put 3 times the meetings up. When EBQ's meetings didn't show, they tracked the prospects down and rescheduled. The other group had 1 out of 7 show. And we had to tell them to go reschedule the meetings. The worst part about it was the other team's sales guy was pushing my accounting department to get him a check the next day so he could get his commission. My fault for not cutting bait there.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

It was great. No point in saying a lot because Liz and Jordan there made it so easy on us.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Their professionalism. Like I said, the other team had a pushy sales guy who would drag his feet on answering questions; their project manager blamed us about taking too long for them to send emails; when we said we didn't want to work together anymore, they pointed to a contract that insisted on more notice even though they weren't performing at all. EBQ kept rescheduling meetings that needed to move things around AFTER the project ended. They provided great handoffs.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None.

5.0
Overall Score I can't wait to work with them again.
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
    Painless and seamless. They were so flexible.
  • 5.0 Cost
    Value / within estimates
    It was less expensive than me having a full time BDR, and less stress.
  • 5.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
    They started out moderately well and then really hit their stride in month 3. I was stunned by how many meetings they began setting.
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer
    I talk to a lot of sales leaders. I've already begun telling them about EBQ.

Lead Generation & Appointment Setting for Software Company

"We have a very complex product, and they do a good job of explaining it and getting people interested."

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5.0

Quality: 
4.5
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
3.5
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
Less than $10,000
 
Jan. 2019 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart calls potential clients and schedules appointments for a software development company. They make several hundred calls per week and provide detailed reports of their progress.

The Reviewer
 
11-50 Employees
 
Jacksonville, Florida
Marketing Coordinator, Software Company
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

EBQuickstart’s efforts have fostered increased opportunities to make sales and earn new business. The team succeeds because of a stable account management group with a positive attitude. They are responsive and organized, making them an ideal vendor.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the marketing coordinator of a company that develops software for banking technology.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EBQuickstart?

We hired EBQuickstart to reach out to tradeshow visitors who have expiring contracts with competitive vendors.  

What were your goals for this project?

We hoped to improve our sales and pipeline management.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We learned of EBQuickstart through a referral.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

EBQuickstart makes weekly calls and schedules appointments for us. They call well over 100 people each week and will make follow-up calls if people do not answer the first time. They provide us with detailed reports that outline their results.

What was the team composition?

Our team includes Mindy (Success Manager, EBQuickstart), Heather (Business Development Manager, EBQuickstart), and Shahanna (Business Development Specialist, EBQuickstart).

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

Since the start of the engagement, we’ve seen an increase in leads and developments. We receive weekly scheduled appointments connecting us with new opportunities because of EBQuickstart.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

They are responsive and mindful of our deadlines. We have weekly phone calls with them to strategize, and they are always prepared. The staff that handles our account has not changed, which speaks to the stability of their firm.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I find their eagerness most impressive. For example, we have given them multiple lists of more than 1,000 people, and they seem to always get through them with a positive attitude and are asking for more people to call. Also, their attention to detail and deadlines is notable. We have a very complex product, and they do a good job of explaining it and getting people interested. They are always on time for scheduled meetings and calls. They have always put our needs first.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we’ve worked very well together.

5.0
Overall Score
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
  • 3.5 Cost
    Value / within estimates
    The cost is higher than we'd prefer, but it's been worth it.
  • 4.5 Quality
    Service & deliverables
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer

Lead Generation for Business Communications Firm

"Our sales team is pleased with the number of appointments they set." 

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4.5

Quality: 
4.0
Schedule: 
5.0
Cost: 
3.5
Willing to refer: 
5.0
The Project
 
$10,000 to $49,999
 
Nov. 2018 - Ongoing
Project summary: 

EBQuickstart collaborates with an internal sales team to follow up with potential leads over the phone.

The Reviewer
 
11-50 Employees
 
Mississauga, Canada
Stuart Penny
Managing Director, Introtel Communications Inc.
 
Verified
The Review
Feedback summary: 

The project immediately began generating profitable leads. EBQuickstart is an extremely capable, knowledgeable partner. They report on progress frequently, follow a structured workflow, and make smart suggestions for improvement.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Introtel Communicatons Inc. is a leading business communications systems integrator. As managing director, I provide clients with a positive purchase experience and beneficial ongoing relationship.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire EBQuickstart?

We wanted to augment our business development capabilities without hiring new staff.

What were your goals for this project?

We were looking for sales leads who were qualified against our acceptance criteria, which specifies geographic location, company size, and timing of purchase horizon.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

This was a simple referral from our principal equipment manufacturer. Their other clients who had experienced positive results with EBQuickstart.

Describe the project in detail.

This is a lead generation project. Representatives from EBQuickstart act as members of our staff to enhance buy-in from prospects. We both contribute to the call list, which they comb through thoroughly.

What was the team composition?

Two managers and one staff member complete all the calls. We review their performance through regular conference calls and shared database summaries.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Our sales team is pleased with the number of appointments they set. Many of these appointments have led to a short- or medium-term opportunity.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Their managers make it easy to stay in touch and on top of their progress. They're also responsive, often offering suggestions to improve efficiency or performance.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

We're extremely impressed with how easy it was to undertake this project. They have experience launching a lead generation campaign, so we started receiving leads right away.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We don't have any significant suggestions for improvement. They quickly digest and implement any suggestions we make. 

4.5
Overall Score EBQuickstart does exactly what we want them to do.
  • 5.0 Scheduling
    ON TIME / DEADLINES
    I don't even think about scheduling because they make it easy.
  • 3.5 Cost
    Value / within estimates
    The service is costly, but it gets results.
  • 4.0 Quality
    Service & deliverables
    Results have continued to improve over the life of the project.
  • 5.0 NPS
    Willing to refer
    Everyone should consider EBQuickstart if they have similar needs.