Top Event Marketing Agencies in the United States
From trade show powerhouses like Las Vegas and Orlando to experiential hotbeds in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin, and San Francisco, event marketing in the United States blends creativity with complex logistics. The right partner can drive registrations, brand visibility, and measurable pipeline from conferences, pop-ups, and tours across the country.
Clutch helps you find trusted U.S. event marketing agencies through verified client reviews, portfolio insights, and detailed service profiles. Use filters to sort by budget, industry, location, and project type to quickly shortlist teams that match your needs for activations around CES, SXSW, Dreamforce, Comic-Con, and more.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
50% Event Marketing25% Custom Software Development15% UX/UI Design +1 service10% Digital StrategySee all 2 projectsSEVENTYSEVEN is a specialized digital design and development firm known for creating immersive brand experiences, particularly in retail and virtual environments. Their reviews highlight exceptional project management, with a consistent track record of meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations. An impressive 100% of their clients commend their responsiveness and adaptability, while one suggests incorporating metrics dashboards earlier in projects.
1 of 2 reviews are 5 stars$200,000 – $999,999 avg. project costRead 2 Recent ReviewsReviewed 2 times in the past 6 months
In the past six months, SEVENTYSEVEN has received positive feedback for their exceptional project management and responsiveness. Clients highlighted their ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality, immersive experiences, such as the Nissan Personalization Studio and a virtual medical technology application. Notably, one client praised their adaptability, stating it felt like having a high-performing department in-house. Suggestions for improvement included incorporating metrics dashboards to enhance project insights.Was this helpful?
Industry Experience
SEVENTYSEVEN has demonstrated expertise in the technology and digital engagement sectors, particularly within medical technology. Clients have praised their strong alignment with project goals, timely delivery, and the ability to create immersive user experiences. The feedback highlights a consistent culture fit and integrity, indicating strong partnerships. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, particularly for industries focused on innovative digital solutions and experiential marketing.
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Clients commend SEVENTYSEVEN for providing good value for cost, with one client highlighting that their pricing fit within budget while maintaining a strong cultural alignment. Overall sentiment reflects satisfaction with the company's pricing strategy, as they consistently deliver projects under tight deadlines and go the extra mile, fostering trust. However, a suggestion was made for clearer communication regarding the costs associated with metrics dashboards, indicating room for improvement in service offerings.Was this helpful?
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
45% Event Marketing30% Event Management10% Corporate Travel Management +2 services10% Public Relations5% Marketing StrategySee all 6 projectsTop Brand Worldwide™ (Experiential Marketing & Events) is a renowned experiential marketing agency specializing in event branding, event activation, and event promotion strategy. They delivered a high-profile event exceeding expectations with over 6.8 million media impressions and 92% guest satisfaction. The reviews highlight their exceptional project management and ability to balance creativity with flawless execution.
1 of 1 reviews is 5 stars$50,000 – $199,999 avg. project costRead 1 Recent ReviewReviewed 1 time in the past 6 months
In the last six months, client feedback for Top Brand Worldwide™ highlights their exceptional project management and seamless execution of experiential events. A recent collaboration with Fragrance.com showcased their ability to create an immersive experience, resulting in high engagement and positive guest feedback. Clients appreciated their clear communication and ownership of the production process, with one noting, 'They didn’t just execute a brief; they were a true partner every step of the way.' Overall, sentiment remains highly positive, with no significant areas for improvement identified.Was this helpful?
1 of 1 Event Marketing reviews are 5 starsUnknown avg. project costRead 1 ReviewEvent Marketing PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
High-Profile Concert Mgmt for Consumer Products Company
5.0 — Top Brand Worldwide™ (Experiential Marketing & Events) executed a high-profile concert in Miami for a consumer products firm. They managed the entire project lifecycle, from development to Read moreWas this helpful?
Industry Experience
Top Brand Worldwide™ has demonstrated expertise in diverse industries such as beauty, business services, and consumer products. Clients praised their ability to drive brand awareness through immersive experiences, manage complex event logistics, and deliver high-quality production. Overall sentiment reflects strong satisfaction with their seamless project management and creativity, illustrating their capacity to meet the unique needs of each sector effectively. Businesses seeking impactful experiential marketing in these industries would find Top Brand Worldwide™ to be a valuable partner.
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Clients consistently commend Top Brand Worldwide™ for their exceptional value and cost-effectiveness. For instance, one client noted that their pricing fit within budget while delivering impressive results, including exceeding media impression goals. Another client highlighted the seamless project management that contributed to a flawless event execution, emphasizing that they delivered on time and under budget. Overall, the sentiment reflects a strong alignment between quality service and reasonable pricing, establishing Top Brand Worldwide™ as a trusted partner in experiential marketing.Was this helpful?
$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
100% Event MarketingSee all 10 projectsRMNG is an experiential marketing company specializing in mobile brand activations and event marketing solutions. Reviews highlight their exceptional ability to engage audiences, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing effective event campaigns and brand activation. Clients appreciate RMNG's innovative approach, resulting in significant social impressions and substantial sales impact.
Reviews mention Exceptional results
Clients expressed exceptional satisfaction with RMNG's results, highlighting impressive outcomes such as 6,345 mango samples distributed and over 532,000 social media impressions. Feedback emphasized RMNG's nimbleness and their commitment to client goals, describing the team as an extension of their own. Notably, the company's expertise fostered trust and innovation, with one client remarking, 'The people and willingness to make dreams happen was key.' Overall, the sentiment reflects strong approval and a successful partnership.-
Event Marketing for Experiential Marketing Company
5.0 Nov 22, 2024The project included impressive outcomes such as 3,822 same-day purchases of mangos in-store across retailer stops and $336,000+ coupon redemption sales after initial stops. Additionally, there were 532,000+ social impressions and PR: 200+ public relations pickups, 70M+ reach and $730M in estimated ad value. These results demonstrate the exceptional impact of the project.
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1 of 1 Event Marketing reviews are 5 stars$50,000 – $199,999 avg. project costRead 1 ReviewEvent Marketing PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Event Marketing for Experiential Marketing Company
5.0 — RMNG provided marketing services for an experiential marketing company. The team was responsible for spreading awareness about the client's products and increasing audience engagement. Read moreWas this helpful?
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Clients consistently praised RMNG for their competitive pricing and overall value for money. One client highlighted that RMNG was selected due to their pricing fitting within their budget while delivering exceptional service. Another noted that after comparing costs and benefits among three vendors, RMNG was deemed the best value. Overall, feedback reflects a sentiment of satisfaction regarding the quality of service relative to the costs incurred.Was this helpful?
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Serves United StatesServices provided
50% Event Marketing30% Branding20% Marketing StrategySee all 2 projectsASTOUND Group is a company specializing in event marketing solutions, including tradeshow development, branding, and design. Their expertise in managing event campaigns and brand activation is consistently praised, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their outstanding management and cultural fit. Clients appreciate their impressive presence in high fashion, contributing positively to their experiential marketing approach.
Reviews mention Collaborative
The feedback regarding ASTOUND Group's collaborative approach is overwhelmingly positive. Clients noted their responsiveness to new ideas and timely delivery despite project changes. One client specifically mentioned, "Astound is also very collaborative if we brought forward new ideas to consider," highlighting their openness and support. Overall, the sentiment reflects a strong appreciation for ASTOUND Group's willingness to engage and adapt throughout the project, reinforcing their reputation as a reliable partner.-
App Dev & Testing & UX/UI Design for Transportation Company
5.0 Aug 21, 2024Due to the evolution of the project, there were many change orders executed and Astound was forthcoming and timely in terms of their delivery. Astound is also very collaborative if we brought forward new ideas to consider and the team always delivered a response quickly and with good reason substantiating support or opposition to executing an idea.
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1 of 1 Event Marketing reviews are 5 stars1 new review for Event Marketing in past 6 months$1,000,000 – $9,999,999 avg. project costRead 1 ReviewEvent Marketing PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Trade Show Dev, Branding & Billboard Design for Silencer Co
5.0 — ASTOUND Group provides branding and design services for a silencer company. The team is responsible for trade show development and support, billboard design, and the creation of brand standards. Read moreWas this helpful?
Industry Experience
ASTOUND Group has demonstrated significant expertise in the Transportation and Retail industries, receiving positive feedback for their collaborative approach and effective project management. In Transportation, they excelled in enhancing employee training experiences, while in Retail, they supported tradeshow development and branding efforts. Overall, clients appreciate their resourcefulness and ability to deliver tailored solutions, making ASTOUND Group a strong fit for businesses seeking impactful service in these sectors.
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Clients have generally praised ASTOUND Group for providing good value for their pricing. One review highlighted that their 'pricing fit our budget' and emphasized the 'great culture fit' and 'good value for cost.' Another client noted the team’s exceptional management and resources, contributing to a positive perception of the company's overall cost-effectiveness. The overall sentiment reflects satisfaction with the financial aspects of their services, indicating a strong alignment between cost and delivered value.Was this helpful?
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDes Moines, IA
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10% Event Marketing20% Business Consulting20% Corporate Training & Coaching +3 services20% HR Consulting20% Marketing Strategy10% Event ManagementSmall Marketing Strategy company McCraine Associates, is located in Des Moines, Iowa. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerClive, IA
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10% Event Marketing30% Corporate Training & Coaching20% Business Consulting +4 services10% Event Management10% Financial Consulting10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Marketing StrategyEssentia Business Advisors is a Corporate Training & Coaching company established in 2007. The team provides Corporate Training & Coaching and Business Consulting and is located in Clive, Iowa.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGreenville, SC
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10% Event Marketing30% Business Consulting20% Financial Consulting +4 services10% Commercial Financing10% Corporate Training & Coaching10% Financial Advising & Planning10% Funding & InvestmentMicah Brandenburg Consulting is a Business Consulting company established in 2019. Their team provides Business Consulting and Financial Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAndrews, SC
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10% Event Marketing40% Business Consulting40% Corporate Training & Coaching +1 service10% Content Writing ServicesBusiness Consulting company McClary Consulting, LLC is headquartered in Andrews, South Carolina. They focus on Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPhoenix, AZ
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10% Event Marketing10% Branding10% Content Marketing +7 services10% Content Writing Services10% Corporate Training & Coaching10% Digital Strategy10% Market Research10% Marketing Strategy10% Search Engine Optimization10% Social Media MarketingAZ Social Media Wiz LLC is a branding company. They are based in Phoenix, Arizona, and their services include Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBenton, AR
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10% Event Marketing20% Content Marketing10% AI Development +6 services10% Branding10% Content Writing Services10% Marketing Strategy10% Search Engine Optimization10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DesignSmall Content Marketing company Bluestream Media, is located in Benton, Arkansas. The team offers Content Marketing and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSteamboat Springs, CO
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10% Event Marketing15% Content Marketing15% E-Commerce Development +7 services10% AI Development10% Content Writing Services10% Fractional CMO Services10% Marketing Strategy10% Social Media Marketing5% Pay Per Click5% Search Engine OptimizationEric Vlosky Consulting, a Content Marketing company, is located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The team specializes in Content Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSarasota, FL
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10% Event Marketing10% Advertising10% Branding +7 services10% Content Marketing10% E-Commerce Development10% Market Research10% Public Relations10% Search Engine Optimization10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DevelopmentEstablished in 2013, CRE8EGY, a small Advertising company, is based in Sarasota, Florida. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAtlanta, GA
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10% Event Marketing10% Branding10% Business Consulting +7 services10% Content Marketing10% Direct Marketing10% Email Marketing10% Fractional CMO Services10% Social Media Marketing10% Video Marketing10% Web DesignBranding firm MASONKELLY Marketing is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. They offer Branding and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBrooklyn, NY
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10% Event Marketing20% Fractional CMO Services10% Branding +6 services10% Business Consulting10% Content Marketing10% Event Management10% Marketing Strategy10% Public Relations10% Web DesignChief Marketing Partners is a small Fractional CMO Services company located in Brooklyn, New York. Their services include Fractional CMO Services and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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10% Event Marketing30% IT Managed Services30% IT Staff Augmentation +3 services10% Custom Software Development10% Direct Marketing10% Web DesignMidsize IT staff augmentation company MMCY Tech, is headquartered in New York, New York and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team specializes in IT staff augmentation and IT managed services.
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List of the Top 15 United States Event Marketing Companies
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49West Hollywood, CA
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35.2/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Las Vegas, NV
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34.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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33.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chesterfield, MO
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32/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.1/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.2/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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32.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.1/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Kansas City, MO
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30.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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33.6/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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36.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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35.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redondo Beach, CA
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33.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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35.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Port Saint John, FL
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33.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Burbank, CA
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33.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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34.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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29.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Spokane, WA
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33.8/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville Beach, FL
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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25.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews2.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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31.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Red Bank, NJ
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32.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Event Marketing85% Other -
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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30/40.015.8/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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33.3/40.016/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Event Marketing90% Other -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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24.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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32.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New Orleans, LA
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26.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews5.2/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Manchester, NH
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31.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Event Marketing85% Other
United States Event Marketing FAQs
Thanks to the country’s broad economic mix, many U.S. agencies support a wide range of sectors, including:
- Technology and SaaS (Dreamforce, RSA, Adobe Summit)
- Consumer and CPG (retail pop-ups, mobile tours, in-store activations)
- Healthcare and life sciences (HIMSS, BIO, ASCO)
- Finance and fintech (Money20/20, SXSW Fintech, local investor events)
- Automotive and mobility (LA Auto Show, experiential test drives)
- Media, entertainment, and sports (fan festivals, premieres, brand tours)
- Manufacturing and industrial (PACK EXPO, IMTS, CES supply chain)
Define your project’s particular requirements and goals to align your criteria for potential partners. After that, go to Clutch and assess trusted firms through these 6 key steps:
- Match experience to your format and venue type (union halls, outdoor permits, campus events).
- Ask for outcomes, not just pictures — registrations, badge scans, qualified leads, foot traffic, dwell time, social reach, and ROI.
- Review build quality and logistics chops — shipping, drayage, COIs, security, and contingency plans.
- Confirm measurement stack — lead capture, QR/RFID, analytics dashboards, CRM integration.
- Validate scalability and vendor networks for multi-city or rapid-turn activations.
- Compare pricing transparency — itemized estimates, markups, labor assumptions, and change-order policies.
Pilot with a contained activation or a single show to evaluate collaboration, speed, and results before scaling.
U.S.-based teams bring on-the-ground knowledge of major venues, union rules, and permitting across states and municipalities. They’re adept at navigating ADA compliance, OSHA safety standards, and COI requirements that can delay builds if handled incorrectly.
They also maintain nationwide vendor networks for fabrication, AV, and staffing, which helps control costs and timelines for multi-city tours or back-to-back conferences. If you’re targeting national audiences or U.S.-specific events (e.g., NRF in NYC, RSA in San Francisco, HIMSS in Orlando), a local agency’s media relationships and influencer access can amplify pre- and post-show reach.
Budgets vary thanks to factors like format, scale, and deliverables. Based on Clutch’s data, dedicated firms in the United States charge around:
- Strategy and planning: $5,000 – $25,000 (one-time)
- Booth design and fabrication: $25,000 – $250,000+
- Experiential activations/pop-ups: $30,000 – $300,000+
- Multi-city tours: $150,000 – $1,000,000+
- Hourly rates: typically $125 – $250 for account, creative, and production roles
Costs are influenced by venue labor (union vs. non-union), custom fabrication, shipping and drayage, permits, talent, AV complexity, and measurement tech (RFID, lead capture, footfall analytics).
- Vague KPIs or no plan to measure pipeline impact
- Limited familiarity with venue rules, union labor, ADA, or local permitting
- Overreliance on stock rentals when custom fabrication is promised
- No contingency planning for weather, freight delays, or talent no-shows
- Hidden fees (e.g., drayage, overtime, material markups) and non-itemized SOWs
- Sparse U.S. references or case studies for comparable scale and industry
- One-size-fits-all creative that ignores brand guidelines or regulatory needs (especially in healthcare and finance)
The U.S. is home to many experienced and capable teams. Never settle for less; just keep searching if you come across these red flags.
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