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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
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See all 81 projectsBlack Propeller, a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising and Google Ads management, receives largely positive feedback from clients, focusing on their strong communication and on-time deliverables. Approximately 75% of reviews highlight their expertise in PPC and Google Ads, while around 17% mention a lack of satisfaction regarding project execution or communication. Their technical knowledge and customer partnership approach are frequently praised.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
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See all 23 projectsKeepers Digital is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) and Google Ads campaigns. With 100% positive feedback, clients consistently commend their attention to detail, project management, and ability to optimize campaigns for improved ROI and conversion rates. Notably, 80% of reviews highlight their exceptional communication and ability to deliver customized, data-driven strategies that enhance online ad campaign performance.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
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See all 30 projectsAccelerated Digital Media is a specialized digital advertising agency focusing on PPC, Paid Search, and Google Ads management. Reviews highlight their strong project management, timely delivery, and tailored strategies, with over 90% of feedback emphasizing their expertise and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their ability to reduce customer acquisition costs and increase marketing efficiency, reflecting their commitment to client success.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lunenburg, MA
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Chris Kostecki Digital is a social media marketing company. Their small team is based in Lunenburg, Massachusetts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nixa, MO
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Dianne Davis Consulting is a social media marketing firm. Their small team of employees is located in Nixa, Missouri. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lee, NJ
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Erdos Digital is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in Fort Lee, New Jersey, their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Local Rank Experts is a small social media marketing company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Eclektic Marketing is a Digital Strategy company located in Las Vegas, Nevada. They provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, MO
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Moso Digital is a web design agency. Launched in 2018, their team provides Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Founded in 2010, Get SEO Expert is a SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Small SEO services firm Boiga Digital Marketing LLC, is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Westlake, OH
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Website Solutions Ohio, LLC is a SEO services firm founded in 1997. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sleepy Hollow, IL
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Searchology, Inc. Is a Sleepy Hollow, Illinois-based Affiliate Marketing company. They focus on Affiliate Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morgantown, WV
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Korevariance is a small mobile application development firm launched in 2014. Their team focuses on Mobile App Development and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chattanooga, TN
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Chalkstart is a custom software development company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They focus on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ashburn, VA
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Tandette LLC is a small Ashburn, Virginia-based social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Pocket Zeus Media is an Eugene, Oregon-based social media marketing firm. Founded in 2020, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Open Door Media, LLC is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is based in Eugene, Oregon. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Tara Lynn Media is a branding agency. They are located in Houston, Texas and have small team. They specialize in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plano, TX
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Social Beans Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is in Plano, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Launched in 2015, Anagram Agency is a small Affiliate Marketing company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Their team offers Affiliate Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York City, NY
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Push Online, LLC, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 1998. The firm specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Tampa, FL
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See all 19 projectsParadox Marketing is a dynamic digital advertising and marketing firm specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising, SEO, and PPC campaigns. Across reviews, 100% of clients highlight their exceptional project management and responsiveness. Notably, they achieved a 500% surge in Google traffic for one client, showcasing their expertise in online ad campaigns and paid search strategies.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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ViralGraphs is a SEO company established in 2023. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Olathe, KS
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Converg Media is an Email Marketing company. They provide Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy and were established in 2003. The agency is in Olathe, Kansas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Little Rock, AR
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SEO company CenterRock Advertising was founded in 2015. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design and is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ada, MI
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WTP Media is a social media marketing company in Ada, Michigan. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, MediaOne.Digital is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2015.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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See all 2 projectsTechsaga Corporations offers services including project development, social media marketing, lead generation, and website management. Reviews highlight their effective project management, timely delivery, and strong communication. Clients appreciate their user-centric approach, efficient team coordination, and alignment with company values, which have led to significant progress and success in their projects.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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Elite Online Media is a midsize Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based PPC company. The team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFresno, CA
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EnFuegoMedia | Lead Generation SEO Services Company is a SEO agency. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFrench Lick, IN
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QC's Web Design & SEO, a SEO company, is in French Lick, Indiana. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPalmdale, CA
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Social media marketing company Suncrest Media is in Palmdale, California. Established in 2015, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDillon, CO
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SEO company Webez.net specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They are headquartered in Dillon, Colorado.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Stillwater Media Group, a SEO agency, was established in 2003. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is located in New York, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sparks, NV
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Founded in 2006, Shimmer Digital Media, LLC is a small pay per click company. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Web Solutions Firm is a small Las Vegas, Nevada-based e-commerce development company. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Braunfels, TX
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Located in New Braunfels, Texas, Digital Vision Marketing is a small e-commerce development company. The team offers E-Commerce Development and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashua, NH
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PGAZER Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Established in 2017, the company is located in Nashua, New Hampshire. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hanover, PA
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Make My Business Boom, LLC, a small Email Marketing company, is headquartered in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Their services include Email Marketing and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, OH
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Small Advertising company Jamimos Marketing Solutions, is based in Concord, Ohio. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waco, TX
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KolMedia Group is an Advertising company established in 2009. The team specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Davis, CA
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Local Search Appeal is a pay per click agency. The firm is located in Davis, California. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Deerfield Beach, FL
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RM2GO is a branding company. Based in Deerfield Beach, Florida, the firm was established in 2015. Their team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marblehead, MA
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SpeechRep Media, Inc is a Business Consulting company. Located in Marblehead, Massachusetts, the agency was launched in 2007. Their team focuses on Business Consulting and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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SC Advertising Solutions is a small Delray Beach, Florida-based media planning & buying agency. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McKinney, TX
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Founded in 2012, Prosites Online is a pay per click company. Their team offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McKinney, TX
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Headquartered in McKinney, Texas, Stratosphere Analytics is a small SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Hampton, NH
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Totally Clickful Marketing, a small Content Marketing company, is in North Hampton, New Hampshire. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, SEO Services Near Me is a small SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Harrisburg, PA
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Industrialfx is a social media marketing agency. Located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Founded in 2019, Leads Near You Marketing is a web design company. The small team offers Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Clinkweb Studio, a small SEO company, is located in Boca Raton, Florida. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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List of the Top 15 United States Adwords PPC Management Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Wayne, IN
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sunnyvale, CA
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37/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Draper, UT
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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36.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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37.1/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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36.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Sandy, UT
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35.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Scottsdale, AZ
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35.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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38.9/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Raleigh, NC
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Working with a domestic partner delivers several advantages:
- Market familiarity: They understand seasonal trends like Black Friday or back-to-school and can localize campaigns for states or metro areas.
- Time-zone alignment: Real-time optimizations during U.S. business hours reduce wasted spend.
- Compliance: Agencies follow U.S. privacy laws such as CCPA and sector-specific rules (HIPAA for healthcare, FINRA for finance).
- Language nuance: Native English copywriters can craft high-converting ad text that aligns with regional slang or professional tone.
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- Monthly retainers: $2,000–$10,000 USD for small to mid-market accounts
- Percentage of ad spend:10%–20% is common for large budgets
- Hourly consulting: $150–$250 USD per hour for strategy or audits
Starter packages for local businesses can begin around \$1,000 USD per month, while enterprise e-commerce brands may invest well into five figures.
Start by following these guidelines:
- Define KPIs: Decide whether ROAS, CPL, or brand visibility is your main goal.
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- Assess transparency: Ensure they provide regular reporting and own your ad accounts.
- Test communication: Schedule a discovery call to gauge cultural fit and strategic thinking.
Because the U.S. economy is diverse, agencies often specialize by vertical:
- Tech & SaaS (Silicon Valley, Boston)
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- Healthcare & life sciences (Minnesota’s Medical Alley, Research Triangle Park)
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Niche expertise matters—healthcare ads, for instance, must comply with HIPAA and platform-specific policies.
Look out for companies that promise these:
- Guaranteed #1 rankings or unrealistic ROI promises
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- One-size-fits-all strategies with no audience segmentation
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