We are the nations hottest AI specialized, mobile app development and marketing agency. We have been using AI to help launch a variety of mobile apps and web companies from their inception, including AI apps themselves. We can attribute a lot of our success to our agile process, and cutting edge methodology, which has made us capable of attributing more of the clients budget to growth. We are always willing to adapt to the market, and are always at the forfront of the mobile app scene.
In the recent months, we've leveraged the power of AI to improve our processes, and have excelled at development of AI appplications.
Why You Need Us:
The vast majority of good apps and products never get to see their time in the spotlight. This is due to poor/lack of marketing. Founders often believe that a good product is enough to be noticed on its own, this is no longer the case in todays market.
How We Make It
Discovery:
What is the purpose of the app?
What do people get from it?
Main Competitors?
Who are our target users?
How is it going to get monetized?
Design
Create Wireframes
Design the look and feel of the app
Develop Prototypes
User Test
Build Brand Development
Development
Agile development
iOS, Android, ReactNative
React.js, Ruby On Rails
Node.js, Java, .NET
How We Market It:
The SEM Nexus Process uses a combination of SEO/ASO, Google/Apple ads, social media ads and influencers to acquire users, followed by in-app/web analytics to retain active and paying users. We follow our checklist rigourously:
SEO/ASO
Social Influencers
Digital Ads
Web/App Analytics
VC Prep
As you can see, virality requires capital. Our initial proof of concept campaign will aid you in proving that your app can be a success. Then we can prepare you for the funding required to further scale.
Clients highlight SEM Nexus for their reasonable pricing and strong value for cost, with project investments ranging from $5,000 to $100,000. They consistently meet deadlines and deliver quality work, contributing to measurable success in marketing campaigns and app downloads.
Clients appreciated SEM Nexus for offering cost-effective marketing solutions, especially for startups and small businesses, helping them achieve their marketing goals within budget constraints.
Effective Project Management
SEM Nexus is noted for their effective project management, delivering on time and keeping clients informed through regular updates. Their structured approach fosters a productive workflow.
Professional and Knowledgeable Team
The team at SEM Nexus is described as professional and knowledgeable, with a strong understanding of digital marketing and app ecosystems, contributing to successful client outcomes.
Successful SEO and Digital Campaigns
SEM Nexus has successfully improved clients' SEO rankings and digital presence, with many clients noting increased website traffic and engagement as a result of their efforts.
Increased App Downloads
Several clients reported significant increases in app downloads due to SEM Nexus's efforts, with some achieving thousands of downloads within a short period, highlighting the team's ability to enhance app visibility.
Challenges with Deliverable Timeliness
Some clients experienced delays in receiving deliverables, which impacted project timelines. This was noted as an area for improvement to enhance overall client satisfaction.
App Marketing & Optimization for Gig Management Company
Featured Review
$50,000 to $199,999
June 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"We are extremely pleased with the numbers and all measurable outcomes that SEM Nexus delivered."
Feb 16, 2023
CEO, Unison Workforce Technologies
Marilyn Major
Software
Scranton, Pennsylvania
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
SEM Nexus has helped a gig management company with their flagship app's pre-launch campaign, aiming to hit 5,000 downloads by the end of 2022. They did app store optimization, ads, and influencer marketing.
The app is now live on Google Play and App Store, reaching 8,450 downloads and 5,621 accounts created. Overall, the client is extremely happy with these success metrics, thanks to SEM Nexus. The team manages the engagement well through regular meetings. They're always available, polite, and honest.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the co-owner and CEO of our company Unison Workforce Technologies where we currently launched our app FYSH to the Apple and Google Play store Sept. 2022.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire SEM Nexus, and what were your goals?
Our company hired SEM Nexus June of 2022 and our goals were to have a successful Pre Launch campaign for our App FYSH and then to hit a goal of 5,000 downloads by end of year 2022. SEM Nexus delivered this goal.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?
I searched online for the best App Marketing Agencies in the US and SEM Nexus company came up as number 2. I interviewed SEM Nexus and the company that came up number 1, and our team really liked SEM Nexus better so we went with them.
The reason why we picked them over the other company was Michael appeared to be honest, straightforward, smart, and very experienced in the App marketing sector. He seemed to really want to see our app launch successfully and would do everything he could to hit our goals. To the present date, Michael has stayed true to those qualities, and we did hit our download goals and currently have exceeded those goals.
Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and marking tools used.
SEM Nexus was very organized and spelled everything out for us for the steps we had to take to get started. The following was the step we had to complete for App Store Optimization, Social Media Influencer Marketing and Ad Marketing:
Setting up a Meta Business Manager
Adding a Page to Your Business Manager
Adding an Instagram account to your Business Manager
Register as a Meta Developer
Registering an app to Meta Developer
Creating an Appsflyer account
Installing the Appsflyer SDK
Setting Up GA4
Installing the GA4 SDK
Smartlook
Then SEM Nexus worked on the following for our company:
App UX Audit
App CRO Audit
Keyword Research
Competitor Research
ASO Description
Screenshot design for App Store
Prep QA
Initial Ad Creative Setup
Nexus Ads Management/Reporting Setup
Google/Apple ads setup and Launch
FB/IG Ads Setup and Launch
TikTok/Snap/Twitter Ads Setup & Launch
Optimize ad campaigns
App Analytics Monitoring
Influencer Launch
Optimizing the app toward active users
Optimizing the app toward paying users
VC Prep
How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
Michael met with us often via zoom meetings and excellent, prompt email communication. Marcus met with our team at times when needed. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. Our team manager first was Neil, then we moved to Jeffrey who was very nice and helpful, and now we are currently with Omar who is our team manager. Skylar was our social influencer manager, and John was our Ad creative manager who has been extremely helpful with our ads.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?
Currently, since our FYSH app launched successfully to Apple App and Google Play stores on September 6th, 2022, we sit at 8,450 downloads, and 5,621 accounts created. We are extremely pleased with the numbers and all measurable outcomes that SEM Nexus delivered.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
Our team met weekly with the SEM Nexus team, and then after the launch, we met weekly. Michael and the team have been great to work with; even a few times if I had a concern or question about something and Michael would communicate immediately with me thru email and even would jump on a zoom call anytime I requested. I appreciate that most about Michael and his desire to problem-solve immediately. Michael is honest, polite, and straightforward. There are no problems of miscommunication with him.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
I am most impressed with Michael's skills when it comes to digital marketing, his communication skills and his desire to see our mobile App FYSH be successful and do whatever it takes to make that happen.
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
Maybe they could have helped "us" more quickly understand and pinpoint the market segment of our app. But, in defense to them we are a brand new mobile app, and it does take time to get the data needed. SEMNexus is currently helping more with our market segment since we do have that data coming in now.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Digital Mktg & Mobile App for Recruitment Event Organizer
Content MarketingDigital StrategyMobile App Development
Less than $10,000
July 2024 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They've exceeded our expectations at every step."
Dec 31, 2024
CEO, Menbita
Anouar Azelmat
Human Resources
Paris, France
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
SEM Nexus provides digital marketing services for a recruitment event organizer. Their work focuses on creating lead generation campaigns, implementing GA4 on the client's website, and building a brokerage app.
With SEM Nexus' help, the client has seen improvements in their lead quantity and quality; they've also entered a new market through the brokerage app. The team delivers on time and is very responsive to the client's needs. SEM Nexus' flexibility and innovative approach to marketing have stood out.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the CEO of Menbita
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Organising recruitment events for companies
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
generate traffic to our website in order to get leads.. - Develop an app for our brokerage and generate installs through app promotion campaigns.
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Online Search
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
High ratings
Reasonable pricing - After an introduction call with the CEO
How many teammates from SEM Nexus were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
SEM Nexus helped us with:
- Creating advertising campaigns to generate leads for our brokerage.
- Implementing GA4 tracking on our website.
- Developing and marketing our new app.
- Deliverables included market research, ad creatives, keyword search and app store imagery.
- Influencer campaign
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
An increase in quantity and quality leads
- We entered a new market by having our own brokerage app
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Wiam the project manager went above and beyond to ensure we met our goals. Deliverables were always on time, and the team was extremely responsive to our needs. We wanted some changes on the ad creatives and they made it happen quickly.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
Virtual Meeting
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
As a startup we needed the flexibility SEM Nexus offers
- Innovative approach to marketing. We worked with another agency before but the results were not as good. Sem nexus's recommendations were spot on. You can tell that even though they are not in the insurance business, they took the time to educate themselves on everything related to our website and app.
- Wiam’s dedication stood out.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
None. They've exceeded our expectations at every step.
SEM Nexus provided app development and marketing services for an insurance company. The team created advertising campaigns to generate leads for the client and implemented GA4 tracking on their website.
SEM Nexus helped the client increase the quantity and quality of leads. The client also entered a new market by having their own brokerage app. SEM Nexus was flexible and showcased an innovative approach to marketing. The team was responsive to the client's needs via email and virtual meetings.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Founder of an insurance company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Insurance company
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
Generate traffic to our website in order to get leads
Develop an app for our brokerage and generate installs through app promotions
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Referral
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
How many teammates from SEM Nexus were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Creating advertising campaigns to generate leads for our brokerage. Implementing GA4 tracking on our website. Developing and marketing our new app. Deliverables included market research, ad creatives, keyword search and app store imagery. Influencer campaign
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
• An increase in quantity and quality leads
• We entered a new market by having
our own brokerage app
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Wiam the project manager went above and beyond to ensure we met our goals.
Deliverables were always on time, and the team was extremely responsive to our needs. We wanted some changes on the ad creatives and they made it happen quickly.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
As a startup we needed the flexibility SEM Nexus offers Innovative approach to marketing. We worked with another agency before but the results were not as good. Sem nexus's recommendations were spot on. You can tell that even though they are not in the insurance business, they took the time to educate themselves on everything related to our website and app. Wiam's dedication stood out.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
no they exceeded expectations at every step.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Social Media & Mobile App Marketing & SEO for Fitness App
Mobile & App MarketingSearch Engine OptimizationSocial Media Marketing
$10,000 to $49,999
Aug. - Dec. 2024
2.0
Quality
3.0
Schedule
1.0
Cost
1.0
Willing to Refer
2.0
"Their project management was not good."
Dec 11, 2024
Co-Founder, Fitness App
Preston Moore
Fitness
Phoenix, Arizona
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A fitness app hired SEM Nexus to provide social media and mobile app marketing services. The team also created a marketing strategy, designed ad creatives, and conducted keyword research and a UX/UI audit.
SEM Nexus failed to meet expectations and made several significant mistakes. The team delivered tasks late, demonstrating poor response times, communication skills, and unprofessional conduct. Their project manager failed to review several tasks, resulting in a soured engagement. This review includes the vendor’s response.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Co-Founder of a fitness app
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We are a cutting-edge fitness app that uses AI to create personalized workout plans.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
Market App
Get 3584 downloads
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Online Search
Clutch Site
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
I watched a video interview with the CEO (Michael Kordvani) and he seemed like a good guy
How many teammates from SEM Nexus were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Deliverables included the following:
Marketing Strategy
Deliverable was due on 08/23/2024
It was received late on 09/02/2024
The document included competitor research, pain points, user persona, selling points and a distribution overview.
The document also called for a Brand awareness campaign. The purpose of this campaign was to build an audience that could be retarget with an app promotion campaign with the intent of lowering cost per install. This was never done. However, we did already have an audience with our Facebook page that was able to be successfully targeted/copied with our Facebook app promotion campaign. So, although this was not done, perhaps it didn't need to be done since we ended up with a lower than expected cost per install.
App UX/UI/CRO Audit
Deliverable was due on 08/30/2024.
The initial document was delivered on 09/02/2024. However we considered this document to be incomplete. The delivered document did not include UX/UI recommendations
09/12/2024 we communicated with the project manager that we did not receive UX/UI recommendations and we were interested in having that completed.
Completed deliverable was not received until 10/11/2024.
Due to the lateness of the deliverable, it was difficult to implement the recommended changes. The recommendations suggest significant visual changes to the app, which would require us to redo much of the marketing collateral.
Keyword Research
Deliverable was due on 09/06/2024
It was received late on 09/13/024
SEM Nexus conducted keyword research on several platforms and gave us a report which included the Keywords, likely difficulty of targeting each keyword, and anticipated volume of traffic for each keyword.
ASO App Store Description
Deliverable was due on 09/06/2024
It was received late on 09/10/2024
In addition to being late, the app store description was completed on the WRONG app. We saw this as a clear lack of lack of supervision by the project manager and clear indication that SEM Nexus didn't care about our project since they made such a significant and obvious mistake.
The proposal that we signed stated "we will initially create new imagery for the download page using in-app screenshots. From there, we will continue A/B test changes in the description and imagery to boost conversion rates and rankings.
No A/B testing was ever done. SEM Nexus only ever sent us 1 version of the app store description (when it was eventually done on the correct app)
App store Imagery
The proposal that we signed stated "we will initially create new imagery for the download page using in-app screenshots. From there, we will continue A/B test changes in the description and imagery to boost conversion rates and rankings.
No A/B testing was ever done. SEM Nexus only ever sent us 1 version of the app imagery
Facebook/Instagram Ad creatives
SEM Nexus set up ad creatives for use on Facebook/Instagram advertisement. Some of the ad creatives included obvious grammatical/syntax errors. Although these errors were easy to resolve, we feel that these errors should have been caught and corrected before being sent to us for final review.
Social Media Marketing
SEM Nexus was to post several social media posts on our instgram & Facebook pages.
The initial post was supposed to go live on 10/09/2024. On 10/11/2024, I discovered that the post was not live, as was planned.
Facebook/Instagram Ad management/optimization
SEM Nexus setup a Facebook/Instagram app promo campaign. The campaign performed better than expected with a relatively low cost per install. We were expecting the project manager to scale up this campaign, due to the effectiveness of the campaign. However, the project manager was reluctant to increase ad spend on this campaign for reasons that were unclear. This seemed to significantly differ from the strategy proposed by the CEO during the initial consultation, which left us confused.
Apple Search Ads Setup/Management
SEM Nexus did setup an Apple Search Ads campaign based on their keyword research
The campaign did not perform as planned. Out cost per install was significantly higher than expected. From our perspective, it seemed like there was minimal action taken to optimize the campaign to reduce the cost per install.
Scaling of All Advertisements
During our initial consultation, and as it was written in the proposal, we had planned for a ~$15,000 ad spend by the end of the project.
The actual ad spend ended up being only ~$3,500. While we appreciate being under budget, we also only received a small fraction of the total amount of downloads that we were expecting.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Completion of projects/deliverables according to the calender of anticipated completion dates.
App Installs
Install from organic sources
installs from Apple Search Ads Campaign
Installs from Facebook/Instagram campaign
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Their project management was not good:
Multiple delays
Keyword Research
Due 09/06/2024 - Received 09/13/2024
App Store Description
Due 09/06/2024 - Received 09/10/2024
The initial copy we received was also done on the wrong app
Revised copy was received on 09/13/2024
Ad Copy (Due09/06/2024 - Received 09/10/2024)
The initial copy we received was also done on the wrong app
Revised copy was received on 09/13/2024
UX/UI Audit
Due 08/30/2024 - Incomplete document received 09/02/2024
We felt the document was incomplete, because it did not contain UX/UI recommendations, which was discussed during the initial consultation/proposal with SEM Nexus CEO, Michael.
09/12/2024
We communicated to Jocelyn that we did not receive UX/UI recommendations and we were interested in having that completed.
10/11/2024
UX/UI Audit received. Since it was received so late, if was difficult to implement the recommended changes, as a lot of the changes were to visual elements that would affect the advertising collateral, which would have to be redone. This would cause further delays and possibly additional expense.
Social media post
Due 10/09/2024
on 10/11/2024, I noticed that the first scheduled social media post for 10/09/2024 was not live. No one at SEM Nexus was aware of this causing me to have concerns about project management oversight.
Several significant mistakes
Ad Copy done on the wrong app
App Description done on the wrong app
Questionable competency
Organic installs
I feel like this should be a rather simple calculation. The project manager attempted to calculate this number live, during a meeting, and came to an egregiously wrong calculation (~26 organic installs in 2-3 months). The project manager then followed up with an email and calculated 32 organic installs per day, which is again wildly inaccurate.
Poor response time to inquiries
11/07/2024 email sent to pause retainer period and adjust ad spend. The project manager did not respond to this email (and 2 other emails requesting a response) until 11/13/2024
11/27/2024 - Email sent to request a video copy of a meeting. Email responded to on 12/6/2024
12/4/2024 - email sent requesting update on Apple Search Ads. Project manager replied on 12/6
Lack of Oversight
Ad copy/App Description
These deliverables were done on the wrong app, and the project manager did not review the material before it was sent to us.
Social Media Post
The first social media post was supposed to go live on 10/09/2024. The project manager did not know that the task was not completed until I brought it to her attention on 10/11/2024.
Poor Communication with CEO
Unclear strategy
During the proposal the CEO outline a strategy for a $15,000 ad spend in about 6 weeks. The project manager wanted to stay at the current rate of ad spend (~$40/day) for about 2 months before scaling up ad spend.
Unprofessional conduct
Unprepared for meetings
During several meetings, the project manager seemed utterly unprepared. This didn't happen all the time, but it wasn't an irregular occurrence.
One particular instance, the project manager was traveling and tasked the CEO to lead the meeting on 10/10/2024. The CEO was not prepared for the meeting. The CEO was under the impression that the project manager would be attending the meeting (the project manager did not attend the meeting).
Unable to adequately schedule meetings
12/5/2024, the project manager stated that the CEO wanted to take part in the meeting. The CEO was not available at our normal meeting time. The project manager stated that she would get back to me about his availability for a meeting later that day. the project manager never got back to me. I was forced to send a follow-up email to attempt to get the meeting scheduled. The meeting took place 6 days later than it should have further delaying things and harming productivity.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The CEO seems knowledgeable. The CEO also seemed to want to get involved and help at the end of our contract. Unfortunately, it was too little too late, as he waited until literally the last meeting before our contract ended.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
Don't submit a deliverable based on the wrong app to a client.
More oversight from project manager to subordinates.
Faster response time to emails
Generally, the response time was adequate. But, there were several instances where getting a response took an inexcusable amount of time.
Avoid delaying deliverables
Have a consistent strategy between what is proposed and that the project manager will deliver.
Be better prepared for meetings.
Company Responses
The vendor responded on December 14, 2024.
Thank you for your feedback, Preston.
Your attention to detail throughout this project has been staggeringly impressive. Working with you has been a humbling experience, to say the least.
Due to the feedback we have received from you throughout this project, we have added numerous new systems to improve our quality assurance and scheduling, as those seemed to consistently mark your primary concerns. So I thank you for making us a more detail oriented, timely, and better agency.
Now in regards to the ad spend, I do want to emphasize we achieved a scalable cost per user acquisition at less than half of the average cost I had initially projected for you, and were poised to spend the remainder of your ad budget very efficiently within the span of an upcoming 1-2 months to reach our target download goals before you terminated. Given just a little more time, we would have quite literally achieved over twice the results the initially promised.
The only reason why the ad budget was not spent in full during the initially proposed timeframe was so that it could be spent efficiently, it was in your benefit and I've done my best to communicate that throughout our engagement. This is precisely why, per what you mentioned, the performance was good.
Above all, on a personal and even professional level, I really just wish you communicated all of this with me just a week ago, as your app was performing phenomenally well, and we were poised to achieve amazing results right before you pulled the plug.
I do wish you the best of luck, I hope that the campaigns we have set up for you can carry the growth of your app moving forward, and I thank you for choosing SEM Nexus
- Mike
RATINGS
2.0
"My overall experience with SEM Nexus was marked by poor management and delays, significantly impacting the project."
Quality
3.0
Service & Deliverables
"They had their strengths but fell short in key areas. They eventually corrected some deliverables, but delays and errors impacted the experience."
Schedule
1.0
On time / deadlines
"They consistently failed to meet agreed-upon deadlines, with multiple deliverables delayed by days or weeks."
Cost
1.0
Value / within estimates
"The cost of working with them did not align with the value delivered due to frequent mistakes, delays, and inadequate project oversights."
Willing to Refer
2.0
NPS
"Working with SEM Nexus had some positive aspects, but the overall experience was marked by poor project management and a lack of attention to detail.
Mobile App Dev, SEO, SMM & PPC for Mental Health Service
Mobile App DevelopmentPay Per ClickSearch Engine OptimizationSocial Media Marketing
$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 team always does what they say they’ll do."
Sep 23, 2024
Co-Founder, Co-Owner & CEO, Brisa Therapeutics
Jacqueline Rousselow
Healthcare
Alpine, Texas
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
SEM Nexus is helping a mental health service develop and maintain their mobile app. They also manage the client’s SEO and run SMM and PPC campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, and Google.
With SEM Nexus’ help, the client has seen a massive increase in app downloads, from 200 to over 5,000. What stands out about the team is their ability to follow through on their promises consistently. Also, their responsiveness, personable attitude, and professionalism make them a joy to work with.
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 co-founder, co-owner, and CEO of Brisa Therapeutics.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with SEM Nexus?
We wanted to increase our sales.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
SEM Nexus provides us with mobile app development and digital marketing services. They mainly handle our app’s maintenance and some development work. They also manage our marketing efforts, which include SEO, SMM, and PPC. Their team runs our ad campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, and Google.
What is the team composition?
We’re mostly in touch with three people from their side: Michael (Founder & CEO), Marco (CTO), and Wiam (project manager).
How did you come to work with SEM Nexus?
We found out about them through a Google search.
How much have you invested with them?
We’ve spent about $25,000 on this project. If we include the advertising budget, the total would be around $30,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working with SEM Nexus in May 2024, and our engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Since working with SEM Nexus, our app downloads have increased from 200 to over 5,000.
How did SEM Nexus perform from a project management standpoint?
They’ve always followed through on every promise and met our goals. We also have weekly meetings and goal-setting calls with their team. We communicate using Google Meet, phone calls, and email.
Are there any employees from the service provider's team that you would like to shout out to in this review?
I want to give a shout-out to Michael, Marco, and their project manager, Wiam. All three of them have been very helpful and instrumental in the success of our project. They’re very hands-on, personable, knowledgeable, kind, easy to get in contact with, communicative, responsive, ethical, and professional. Overall, I can only say good things about them and the rest of their team.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Their team always does what they say they’ll do.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, I don’t think there’s anything SEM Nexus needs to improve on. They’re doing a wonderful job.
Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?
Trust the process. You’re in good hands with SEM Nexus because they’re a very ethical company.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Digital Marketing for Automotive Tech Company
Content MarketingGraphic DesignPay Per ClickSocial Media Marketing
$50,000 to $199,999
Apr. 2023 - Ongoing
4.0
Quality
4.0
Schedule
3.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
4.0
"The team’s adeptness at budget management in relation to our app’s goals is remarkable."
Nov 21, 2023
Manager, ZF Group
Anonymous
Automotive
Miramar, Florida
10,001+ Employees
Online Review
Verified
An automotive technology firm has hired SEM Nexus for their digital marketing services. The team's tasks range from mobile app marketing and content creation and moderation to SMM and PPC management.
With SEM Nexus' help, the client has exceeded their app download goals by 5x; their CPI rate is below the industry average as well. The team has impressed the client with their ability to produce effective campaigns at a budget-friendly price. Also, the assigned campaign manager has been reliable.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am a Manager
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
ZF Group is a global technology company that provides systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and industrial technology, offering integrated solutions for established vehicle manufacturers, mobility providers, and startup companies in the fields of transportation and mobility.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
Social Media campaign for a smartphone app
Increase product awareness
Set up and manage an Instagram profile
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Online Search
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
Pricing fit our budget
How many teammates from SEM Nexus were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Developing and spearheading comprehensive digital product marketing campaigns for a new marine and pleasure craft boating app. This includes orchestrating both organic and paid advertising strategies on Meta platforms, complemented by innovative content creation. Deliverables:
Comprehensive digital app marketing strategy
Innovative content creation and creative development
Rigorous content moderation
Strategic setup and optimization on Meta
Enhanced App Store optimization for both Apple and Google platforms
Targeted advertising campaigns on Google and Apple platforms
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
We exceeded our initial download goal by five times, and our CPI was below the industry average. Additionally, SEM managed the budget with great care, allowing us to do more than initially planned.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Initially, we experienced a somewhat bumpy start, taking about a month to acclimate to each other and align our communication. However, after this initial phase, the process became much smoother, largely due to the exceptional work of our campaign manager. She excelled in her role, consistently and mostly on time preparing detailed reports, keeping us informed about the campaign's progress, and suggesting necessary improvements to the app to optimize outcomes.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The team’s adeptness at budget management in relation to our app’s goals is remarkable. Unlike other marketing agencies, which insisted on needing more budget to achieve our objectives within our specified timeframe, this team demonstrated exceptional skill in working effectively within the given budget constraints.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
The reporting and summarization of metrics for the weekly meetings could be improved for greater clarity and effectiveness. Additionally, there were minor delays in the delivery of some social media posts, which still arrived on the correct day. These delays were due to communication issues between our software tool and their system.
RATINGS
4.0
Quality
4.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
3.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
4.0
NPS
App Dev & Maintenance for Music Promotion Tech Company
Mobile & App MarketingMobile App Development
Confidential
Mar. 2023 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"SEM Nexus has exceptional technical talent and execution."
Oct 6, 2023
Co-Founder, Ultimate Playlist App
Shevy Smith
Arts, entertainment & music
Los Angeles, California
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
SEM Nexus provides development services for a music promotion technology firm. The team has optimized and maintained the client's existing app. They've also provided digital promotion services to the client.
The client praises the SEM Nexus' development services. The team has been truly hands-on in the engagement, leveraging their technical expertise to deliver results to the client. Moreover, they've been highly professional as they implement proactive measures to fully improve the client's product.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the co-founder of Ultimate Playlist App
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
The Ultimate Playlist App leverages technology to create an incentivized listening platform for music promotion.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
Full stack app development and maintainence
Digital Promotion
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Online Search
Referral
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
High ratings
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned
How many teammates from SEM Nexus were assigned to this project?
6-10 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
SEM Nexus first came on board as our digital promotion partner. However, while coordinating with our previous development team, we noticed the professionalism and expediency the SEM developers brought to the space. We switched all development to SEM in March of 2023. This included optimizing the existing app to run more efficiently and enhance UX as well as improve our data stratification tools within the app and backend webadmin area.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Our experience with SEM in both the development and marketing realms has been a pleasure. The principal partners are very hands on, invested, bring a high level of technical and relational aptitude to all matters. We can trust the SEM's team to be professional and kind with our other strategic partners as well as always demonstrate proactive measures to iterate and improve our app.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
SEM has delivered all items on time or ahead of time. They are incredible about prep and anticipation of future needs making the iterative process seamless and fun.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
SEM Nexus has exceptional technical talent and execution, but the kindness, communication, and thoroughly professional relational skills of all team members have made this project a triumph and a joy.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
We are very pleased with our ongoing partnership with SEM and cannot note any needed improvements at this time.
RATINGS
5.0
"Very pleased with our experience."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"Top notch!"
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Always on time."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Great value."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
App Development & Mktg for Real Estate Platform
Mobile & App Marketing
$50,000 to $199,999
Mar. 2023 - Feb. 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They seem genuinely excited about our project and are behind us 100% with our goals."
Jul 5, 2023
CEO, Cell My Listing
Kelly Clark
Real estate
Atlanta, Georgia
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
SEM Nexus has developed a mobile application for a real estate platform. The team is responsible for building a complex API and other elements of the app, as well as marketing the application.
The client is satisfied with SEM Nexus' work and performance. The team consistently delivers what they promise, and they maintain a high level of communication. Moreover, they're honest, helpful, and responsive. They're always happy to answer questions and go beyond their scope of expertise.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the CEO of Cell My Listing
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Cell My Listing is an app designed for realtors to take their own cell phone photos for their listings, and our media production company will edit them to make them more marketable
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
App Buildout
Marketing
Venture Capital
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Online Search
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
High ratings
Pricing fit our budget
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Company values aligned
How many teammates from SEM Nexus were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
We initially hired SemNexus to handle the marketing side of our app development project. As we got to know them better, we recognized we should have gone to them first for app development. We successfully pivoted from our app developer to take both the development and marketing of our app to SemNexus. Best decision we've made! Key deliverables to date have been the app and marketing of the app, both of which are in progress.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The team consistently has done what they said they were going to do, when they said they were going to do it. After a very disappointing app build using another company, we've been blown away with the constant communication and updates on our project.
It has been seamless working with them, and because we are not super high tech as far as all the technical elements of the build, they've given us high level communication we are very comfortable with. They've worked with our vendor to set up a complex API and have handled all elements of the project without us having to reach out for updates or having to get involved.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Everything has been on time, and all communication is responded to quickly. Mike and Marco have been extremely receptive to our needs, and always respond to emails promptly. If ever we have further questions, they have offered to jump on a call to clarify. They always make us feel like a top priority.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
We were a little intimidated at first hiring a company based in Manhattan, as we thought they might be out of our budget. After the initial meeting with Mike, we knew we had to work with them because his style of communication is very much like ours. He is honest, helpful and to the point. Within moments, we knew he was very bright as he pinpointed our needs immediately.
Within just a few weeks of hiring SemNexus to manage our app marketing, we realized we should have hired them for development. Mike was open to the idea, and put us in touch with the CTO Marco. Their ability to meet deadlines and communicate consistently has been a lifesaver for us when we're truly trusting that our vision for our app becomes all that we hope it to be.
I know they have many clients, but they are always welcoming and friendly, happy to answer questions, and extremely patient with us as this is far outside our scope of expertise. They seem genuinely excited about our project and are behind us 100% with our goals.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
Not that we can think of
RATINGS
5.0
"Exceptional experience!"
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Website Audit & SMM for E-Commerce Fine Jewelry Co
AdvertisingEcommerce MarketingSocial Media Marketing
$10,000 to $49,999
June 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They’re very knowledgeable on any topic we bring up."
Mar 27, 2023
Executive, E-Commerce Fine Jewelry Company
Anonymous
Retail
Great Neck, New York
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
SEM Nexus has done a website audit for an e-commerce jewelry company and set up Google Analytics. They run ad campaigns on Facebook and Google and use Smartlook and AdsCapsule to monitor users and campaigns.
Thanks to SEM Nexus' efforts, the client has seen an upward trend in sales and more traffic on their website. The team is responsive and communicative through weekly email updates and meetings. They're also organized and timely, and their expertise and ability to find answers stand out.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am en executive of (a/an) eCommerce
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We are an e-commerce fine jewelry company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
We hired SEM Nexus to help us with our e-commerce sales via digital marketing services.
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Referral
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
Close to my geographic location
Referred to me
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Wiam, our campaign manager, had sent us a marketing strategy first, then did some keyword research for us and audited our website. Once that was done, she set up Google Analytics and started the ad campaigns on Facebook and Google. We also used Smartlook to check user behavior and Adscapsule to monitor campaigns
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Sales are up! We’ve been seeing a pretty consistent upward trend in sales ever since they started their ad campaigns with us.
A lot more traffic to our site.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
Wiam and Mike have been super responsive! We get weekly email updates and meetings with them. Projects are managed very organized & everything has been very timely.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They’re very knowledgeable on any topic we bring up, and they always figure something out when we stump them with a question.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
There was a learning curve when we first started. I think they could do better at showing their clients exactly how and why they do what they do.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"Very happy with the service. Definitely recommend & will continue to use them!
Digital Marketing Services for Real Estate Firm
AdvertisingMobile & App Marketing
Confidential
Aug. 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They're very efficient; they always deliver on time."
Mar 27, 2023
Principal Broker & Founder, Avenue Realty Advisors
Aaron Aziz
Real estate
Manhattan, New York
11-50 Employees
Online Review
Verified
SEM Nexus provides ongoing digital marketing services for a real estate company. The team has created a marketing strategy, made a keyword research sheet, and set up a Google Ads campaign.
The engagement has led to an increase in leads and website traffic, leaving the client pleased with the engagement. SEM Nexus boasts a keen eye for detail, enabling them to produce outputs that align with the client's vision. Moreover, they're very flexible in terms of accommodating sudden tasks.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Principal Broker & Founder of AVENUE REALTY ADVISORS (ARA)
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Commercial Real Estate Leasing & Sales
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
More Leads
Marketing Campaign
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Online Search
Referral
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
High ratings
Pricing first our budget
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned
What was the size of SEM Nexus’s team?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
They started the project off with a marketing strategy to tell us about our target audience. Then they put together a keyword research sheet for us to see where we should place our budget. Finally, they setup a Google Ads campaign for us to cover all of our keywords, and set up Google Analytics to review performance.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Helped me generate more leads for my company.
Helped gain more traction to my website.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
They were always responsive about any changes I needed or concerns I had. They always had someone on their team available for me to speak to and ask questions about my plan. They're very efficient; they always deliver on time.
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
In-Person Meeting
Virtual Meeting
Email
Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They are a small company that pays attention to every detail needed. They do not skip out on anything and truly make you feel valued as one of their customers. They are patient and nice about the whole process and made it as seamless as possible.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM Nexus could have done differently?
I personally did not have any bad interactions with SEM Nexus. They were easy to work with, and I plan to continue working with them for a while. No improvements are needed at this time!
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.5
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Digital Marketing & ASO for Mental Health App
AdvertisingApplication Management & SupportApplication TestingArchitectural DesignContent MarketingConversion OptimizationDigital StrategyGraphic DesignMarket ResearchMarketing StrategyMobile & App MarketingOther Application DevelopmentOther DesignOther Digital MarketingOther MarketingPay Per ClickProduct MarketingSearch Engine OptimizationSocial Media MarketingWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Sep. 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They offer sound judgment in marketing and content suggestions."
Mar 25, 2023
President & Founder, Wheel Potential, LLC
Giuseppe del giudice
Education
Ypsilanti, Michigan
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
SEM Nexus provides ongoing digital marketing services for a mental health app. The team is responsible for ASO, Apple Search Ads, social media ads for Facebook, influencer marketing, and in-app analytics.
SEM Nexus consistently submits deliverables on time. The engagement has facilitated 10,950 clicks, 3,605 downloads, and a 33% conversion rate for the app. The team is responsive and sincere; they investigate issues as needed to sufficiently answer the client's questions.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the President/Founder of Wheel Potential, LLC
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
B-Posi+ive helps you to realign your thoughts and feelings when they are misaligned.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire SEM Nexus to accomplish?
Market Fit
Downloads
Subscriptions
VC Funding
SOLUTION
How did you find SEM Nexus?
Online Search
Why did you select SEM Nexus over others?
High ratings, Close to my geographic location, Great culture fit, Good value for cost, Company values aligned
What was the size of SEM Nexus’s team?
6-10 Employees
What was your primary form of communication with SEM Nexus?
Virtual Meeting, Email or Messaging App
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Scope of work includes market fit, and build user base, use a combination of ASO, App store play ads, social media ads, and influencers to acquire users.In addition, move into in-app analytics to retain active and paying users.
A summary of these deliverables are:
ASO
Keyword search
App store description and updated imagery
Social Media
FaceBook
Ad Marketing
Google Adwords,
Apple Search Ads
Social Media
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
10, 950 Clicks
3,605 Downloads
33% Conversion Rate
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
SemNexus deliverables were timely and effective week by week. My assigned team is response either the same day or within 24 hours. If the team member did not have an answer they were honest about it and investigated my query with sincerity and care. Also, they offer sound judgment in marketing and content suggestions.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The leadership team is responsive with integrity and honesty about my concerns and questions. Second, the workload process is set up into three phases ASO/UX A/B Testing; Digital Ads & Influencers; and User Testing, Scale & VC Prep. Each phase is segmented into 4 week increments which assisted me to follow along with the progression of deliverables.
Are there any areas for improvement or something SEM NEXUS could have done differently?
N/A
RATINGS
5.0
"SemNexus delivered as promised"
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"downloads superseded my expectations of 2000 downloads in two months to over 2500"
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Timelines were met each week along with weekly feedback"
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Is well worth the cost"
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"If you are looking for a company with integrity, honesty and care you are in the correct place!
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