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5.0

Quality 5.0
Schedule 5.0
Cost 5.0
Willing to Refer 5.0

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Review Highlights

Comprehensive Audit and Consultation Services

Jives Media offers comprehensive audit and consultation services, helping clients identify areas for improvement and develop effective marketing strategies. Clients find their insights and recommendations valuable for achieving business goals.
Seamless Collaboration and Integration

Clients report seamless collaboration and integration with Jives Media's team. Their ability to work closely with clients, understand their needs, and align strategies with business objectives is highly valued.
High Client Satisfaction and Long-term Partnerships

Clients express high satisfaction with Jives Media's services, often highlighting their dedication and commitment to client success. Many clients plan to continue their partnerships, indicating strong client relationships and trust in Jives Media's capabilities.
Impressive Results in Lead Generation

Jives Media has successfully increased lead generation for many clients, leading to improved sales and business growth. Their efforts in optimizing SEO and PPC strategies have resulted in significant increases in web traffic and qualified leads, showcasing their effectiveness in digital marketing.
Successful Website Optimization Efforts

Jives Media's website optimization efforts have been successful in enhancing clients' online presence. They have improved website design, functionality, and user experience, resulting in increased traffic and engagement.

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Search Engine Optimization
$10,000 to $49,999
Aug. 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Jives Media's custom solutions and depth of expertise have been impressive."

Nov 8, 2024

Mktg Director, Business Consulting Mgmt & Financial Firm

Shannon Peacock

Financial services
New York City, New York
51-200 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media provides SEO services for a business consulting and financial management firm. The team is tasked with improving the client's keyword targeting and organic traffic.

Jives Media has delivered custom solutions that demonstrate depth of expertise, improving the client's keyword targeting and increasing organic traffic. The team delivers items on time, remains highly responsive when needed, and maintains communication via in-person meetings and virtual channels.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Director of a business consulting and financial management firm

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Business Consulting Management and Financial Firm.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search
Clutch Site

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Great culture fit
Good value for cost

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Improved key word targeting
Increased organic traffic

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

Yes, all items delivered on time
They were very responsive when needed

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

Jives Media's custom solutions and depth of expertise have been impressive.

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

RATINGS

5.0

Search Engine Optimization
$10,000 to $49,999
May 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"I'm impressed by their dedication and patience."

Nov 6, 2024

Project Coordinator, Media Agency

Anonymous

Media
Dallas, Texas
11-50 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media provides ongoing SEO consulting services for a media agency. The team is responsible for developing and implementing an SEO strategy.

Jives Media's insightful consultation has improved the client's online presence. The team delivers on time, responds to needs, and communicates via in-person and virtual meetings, emails, and messaging apps, showcasing excellent project management. Their patience and dedication are impressive.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project Coordinator of a media agency

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Media agency

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

consult
SEO

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search
Clutch Site

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

Close to my geographic location
Good value for cost
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Consult
SEO strategy

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Insightful consult
Improved online presence
Generated unique and tailored/effective SEO

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

Excellent

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

I'm impressed by their dedication and patience.

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

RATINGS

5.0

Pay Per Click Search Engine Optimization
$10,000 to $49,999
July 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Their unique vision and skill set are impressive."

Oct 25, 2024

Marketing Manager, Healthcare Company

Anonymous

Other industries
New York City, New York
51-200 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media provides SEO and PPC services to a healthcare company. The team manages the client's Google Ads campaigns, enhances their SEO strategy, and fixes backend issues, including broken backlinks.

Jives Media has successfully resolved the client's technical issues and improved their SEO strategy, enabling them to boost traffic, increase leads, and enhance lead quality. Moreover, the team impresses the client with their skill set, unique vision, and excellent project management.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Manager of a healthcare company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Healthcare.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

SEO
Google Ads Campaign

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search
Clutch Site

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Resolve back-end technical issues (missing meta descriptions, broken back links)
Resolve quality of strategy for SEO and campaigns

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Traffic increase
Technical issues resolve
SEO strategy customized and improved
Increase amount of leads and their quality

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

Excellent project management.

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

Their unique vision and skill set are impressive.

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

No.

RATINGS

5.0

Advertising Search Engine Optimization
Confidential
May 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Overall, they're a joy to work with; we enjoy our time spent with their team."

Oct 25, 2024

Marketing Manager, Wealth Management Company

Anonymous

Financial services
London, England
51-200 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media provides SEO services for a wealth management company. Tasks include resolving technical issues, improving the bounce rate, enhancing the sites' UX, and developing a Google Ads campaign.

Jives Media has fixed all technical SEO issues, increased the client's Google rankings, and boosted their traffic and leads. The team has also decreased the client's spending and improved their results. Jives Media manages the project well, delivers on time, and provides a smooth experience.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Manager of a financial services company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Wealth Management

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Technical issues needed to be resolved
Imrpove and decrease bounce rate
Enhance user experience on our websites
Develop a strategic Google Ads campaign

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

All technical SEO issues fixed
Google rankings increased
Increase in traffic and leads
Decreased our spent and improved our results

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

Optimized project management leading to a smooth experience
They always delivered items on time
Overall, they're a joy to work with; we enjoy our time spent with their team

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

What we found the most inpressive was the quality of their knowledge and execution

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

N/A

RATINGS

5.0

Pay Per Click Search Engine Optimization
$10,000 to $49,999
Apr. 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Jives Media's overall tailored strategies were impressive."

Oct 24, 2024

Operations Manager, Hospitality & Leisure Co

Anonymous

Hospitality & leisure
New York City, New York
201-500 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media has provided SEO and PPC services for a hospitality and leisure company. The team has been responsible for handling the client's campaigns.

Jives Media's work has increased the client's leads directly from campaigns. The team has delivered all milestones on time and has always been available when needed. Moreover, the client has praised the team's project management. Overall, the team's tailored strategies have impressed the client.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Operations Manager of Hospitality and Leisure

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Hospitality and Leisure.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

SEO/PPC

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

SEO
PPC CAMPAIGNS

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Increased leads directly from campaigns
Unique and tailored/effective campaign strategy

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

One of the best project management systems i have ever seen from our vendors/partners. All items were delivered on time, and their team is always available when needed.

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

Jives Media's overall tailored strategies were impressive.

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

No.

RATINGS

5.0

Advertising Branding Search Engine Optimization
Confidential
May 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"All team members are experienced and highly professional."

Oct 17, 2024

Operational Manager, Online Retail Supplier

Anonymous

Business services
London, England
51-200 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media was hired by an online retail supplier to increase their site traffic and expand their brand reach. The team is also tasked with improving the client's brand awareness.

Thanks to Jives Media's efforts, the client has seen an increase in their website traffic and brand awareness. The team is responsive and flexible in ensuring a smooth workflow, and internal stakeholders praise the service provider's vast technical expertise and adaptability.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Operational Manager of Online Retail Supplier

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Online retail supplier.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

Increase traffic
Expand brand awareness in targeted areas

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings
Great culture fit
Good value for cost

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Increase site traffic and increase the quality expanding our brand reach and overall exposure.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Increased the quality and amount of website traffic.
increased our overall brand awareness.
increased overall brand awareness in targeted new markets/locations.

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

Very responsive and flexible.
All work turned in on time.
all deliverables were high quality.
All team members were experienced and highly professional.

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

They're willingness to adapt and redirect when necessary.

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

No improvements needed.

RATINGS

5.0

Pay Per Click Search Engine Optimization Web Design
Confidential
Aug. 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Their custom-tailored plans and strategies are unique."

Oct 10, 2024

Manager, Business Services Company

Anonymous

Business services
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
51-200 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media provides SEO, PPC, web design, and web development services for a business services company. The team created a custom SEO strategy for the client, built their website, and ran Google Ads campaigns.

Thanks to Jives Media's efforts, the client has seen increased website traffic, good Google Ads campaigns, and an elevated website. The team is responsive to the client's needs and provides timely updates. Their custom-tailored approach has been impressive throughout the engagement.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Manager of a business services company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Business creative solutions

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

Web Design
SEO

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

SEO strategy
Website
Google Ads

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Effective and custom SEO strategy
Targeted Google Ads campaign
Elevated website

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

Very responsive to our needs
provided frequent timely updates
all items delivered on time

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

Their custom-tailored plans and strategies are unique

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

RATINGS

5.0

Pay Per Click Search Engine Optimization
Retargeting Advertising
+4
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"There was never a deadline missed; they kept open and frequent communication."

Oct 9, 2024

Marketing Director, Healthcare Services Company

Anonymous

Other industries
Bound Brook, New Jersey
51-200 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media provides SEO and PPC services for a health services company. The goals are to increase the client's organic visitors, develop PPC campaigns, and fix the client's website issues.

Thanks to Jives Media's efforts, the client has seen an increase in organic visitors, and the team has successfully launched and maintained effective PPC campaigns. The team has been responsive, communicative, and always available. Overall, the client is impressed with the team's seamless workflow.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Director of a healthcare company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Health services

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

Increase the monthly amount of organic visitors
Develop strategic and tailored PPC campaigns that not only align with our goals but convert well
Fix technical issue with website + redesign

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Increase organic visitors to websites in which we previously had very low visitors monthly.
Effective PPC campaign-lanch and maintained
Website redesign to better align with our update branding

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

We had an excellent project manager and team members on our account. There was never a deadline missed; they kept open and frequent communication, and was always available if we had a question or needed any updates.

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

The way their team is structured and operates seamlessly

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

No!

RATINGS

5.0

Search Engine Optimization Web Design Web Development
Confidential
June 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Jives Media demonstrated dedication to our account."

Oct 3, 2024

Manager, Consulting Company

Anonymous

Other industries
New York City, New York
11-50 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media provides ongoing SEO, web design, and development services for a consulting company. The team is responsible for fixing the client's website errors.

Thanks to Jives Media's work, the client has seen an increase in phone leads and website inquiries. The team has found and resolved technical errors, and the client's domain authority and search ranking are higher. Jives Media has communicated regularly and delivered timely items during the project.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Manager of a consulting company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Consulting

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

SEO
Web design

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Clutch Site

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

High ratings
Close to my geographic location
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

SEO
Website errors (resolvent)

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Increased phone leads and website inquiries (quality over quantity)
Technical errors found and resolved
Domain authority increased along with search ranking

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

Frequent updates and open communication
Items delivered on time

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

Jives Media demonstrated dedication to our account

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

none

RATINGS

5.0

Business Consulting Search Engine Optimization
$10,000 to $49,999
May 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Their quick turnaround has been most impressive."

Oct 3, 2024

Director, Marketing Agency

Anonymous

Advertising & marketing
Miami, Florida
51-200 Employees
Online Review

Jives Media has been hired to provide SEO services to a marketing agency. The team is also responsible for providing consultation services to the client.

Thanks to Jives Media's efforts, the client has seen an increase in phone call leads, website inquiries, and solved website errors. The team delivers all items on time and communicates via in-person and virtual meetings, resulting in seamless project management. Their wealth of knowledge stands out.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of an advertising & marketing company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Creative marketing agency solutions

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Jives Media to accomplish?

SEO
Consult

SOLUTION

How did you find Jives Media?

Online Search

Why did you select Jives Media over others?

Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Company values aligned

How many teammates from Jives Media were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

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

SEO and consultation

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Increased phone call leads
Increase website inquiries
website errors resolved

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

Seamless
All items delivered on time

What was your primary form of communication with Jives Media?

In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App

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

Their quick turnaround has been most impressive
wealth of knowledge

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

N/A

RATINGS

5.0

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Our Story

Before founding Jives, I led marketing for some of the world’s largest tech companies. Today, I lead Jives Media, a performance marketing agency (Google Ads, Web Design, SEO - trusted by Fortune 500 brands and leading startups.

Recognized by Forbes. Five-time Agency of the Year on Clutch. Over $3B in revenue generated for our clients. We run on three simple principles:

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Business Entity Name	Jives Media LLC
Source	Virginia State Corporation Commission
Jurisdiction of Formation	Virginia
Date of Formation	November 4, 2020
Status	Active
Last Updated	January 20, 2021
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Seamless Collaboration and Integration

High Client Satisfaction and Long-term Partnerships

Impressive Results in Lead Generation

Successful Website Optimization Efforts

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