Looking for a digital marketing agency? It can feel daunting. After all, there are nearly 10,800 agencies in the U.S. in 2023, which is a 23% leap from the year before, IBISWord reports.
If you’re a Chicagoland business, it’s worth considering a local agency partner that understands your audience. So, what are the best digital marketing agencies in the Chicago suburbs?
We can help. Zoe Marketing & Communications has offered digital marketing services to Chicago clients since 2019. Yes, we’re a marketing agency. But we feel it’s crucial for you to know your best options before choosing. That’s why we compiled this blog.
In it, you’ll discover five of the top marketing agencies in Chicagoland. Consider it a solid jumping-off point to discovering the best digital marketing company for your needs.
How these digital marketing agencies were selected
The Chicago suburbs offer many digital marketing agencies. That includes high-quality options that aren’t on this list. So how did we select these five? With these criteria in mind:
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A healthy variety of options (web design, ads, emails, social media, content, etc.) and locations
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Quality credentials, affiliations, awards and client feedback
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A focus on small- or mid-sized businesses (or both)
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Easy-to-navigate websites that let you review your services and put you first
You’ll find a mix of well-established and newer-to-the-scene agencies. But each has a strong track record and can help you meet your marketing goals.
The 5 best digital marketing agencies in the Chicago suburbs
Here are five exceptional choices to consider. They’re listed in alphabetical order, so order doesn’t imply ranking.
1. Idea Marketing Group, Yorkville
Location: 51 Fox Glen Dr, Yorkville, IL 60560
Founded: 2009
Services:
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Web design and development
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Search engine optimization (SEO)
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Pay-per-click ads (PPC) and search engine marketing (SEM)
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Social media marketing
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Social media advertising
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Email marketing
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Content marketing (blogging)
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Graphic design
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Landing pages
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Press releases
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Events
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Branding
Who they are: Idea Marketing Group has a strong focus on website development. It also covers digital marketing bases such as SEO, SEM, social media, email, content and graphic design, plus events. It touts that its staff volunteers with local community nonprofits each year.
Clients: Includes manufacturers, health care, nonprofits, travel/tourism, disabilities services, consumer goods packaging and more.
Certifications/awards: Certified Google Partner, Facebook Blueprint certified; also has certifications from the SEMRush and HubSpot academies.
Pricing: Contact the agency for details.
2. Proceed Innovative, Schaumburg
Location: 1515 E. Woodfield Road, Suite 103, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Founded: 1996
Services:
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Web design and development
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Search engine optimization (SEO)
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Pay-per-click ads (PPC) and search engine marketing (SEM)
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Social media marketing
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Email marketing
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Lead generation
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Analytics consulting
Who they are: Proceed Innovative is a full-service digital marketing agency. It touts being an internet industry “pioneer,” predating Google by two years. It covers internet marketing along with web design and development. Also has an office in Chicago proper.
Clients: Includes home care and remodeling, legal, disaster restoration, athletic flooring, psychotherapy, community programs and more.
Certifications/awards: Google Partner, Better Business Bureau Accredited, Schaumburg Business Association preferred SEO partner
Pricing: Contact the agency for details.
3. Rizzo Young Marketing, LLC, Des Plaines
Location: 327 Oxford Road, Des Plaines, IL, 60016
Founded: 2018
Services:
Who they are: Rizzo Young Marketing LLC is a digital marketing and advertising agency founded and led by a husband-wife team. Offers a full range of services, along with a blog and marketing-focused podcast called Marketing Pop.
Clients: Includes legal, real estate, health care, retail, tech, travel, auto repair, home design and repair, staffing, business services and more.
Certifications/awards: None listed on its website.
Pricing: Contact the agency for details. Offers a 30-minute intro convo or one-hour planning session for $100.
4. VisionFriendly.com, Naperville
Location: 1250 E. Diehl Road, Suite 302, Naperville, IL 60563
Founded: 1998
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Web design, development, hosting, domain/SSL management
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Search engine optimization (SEO)
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Pay-per-click ads (PPC) and search engine marketing (SEM)
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Social media marketing
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Email marketing and support
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Content marketing
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Ecommerce
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Graphic design and illustration
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Video production
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Branding and identity
Who they are: VisionFriendly.com bills itself as a “middle” sized company. It has roots going back 25 years and touts still serving five of its first six customers. Offers full-service design, web development and digital marketing services. It covers all services in-house.
Clients: Includes legal, senior communities/care, resorts, restaurants, health services, veterinary care, products, event venues, contractors and more.
Certifications/awards: Noted as an Expertise.com best ad agency in Naperville. Also has awards from Wadline for web development and Clutch for creative and design.
Pricing: Contact the agency for details. Offers a free consultation.
5. Zealth Digital Marketing, Downers Grove
Location: 5117B Main St., Downers Grove, IL 60515
Founded: 2012
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Web design, development, hosting and user interface design
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Application development
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Search engine optimization (SEO)
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Pay-per-click ads (PPC)
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Social media marketing/management
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Content marketing (copywriting)
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Ecommerce
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Graphic design
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Branding
Who they are: Zealth Digital Marketing highlights its responsive custom websites, with an expertise in WordPress, along with ecommerce and SEO. It offers a range of digital marketing services. It does not list email marketing.
Clients: Building services, commercial flooring, sports, restaurants, real estate, civil engineering, wealth management, senior care, products, legal and more.
Certifications/awards: Note awards from Clutch for WordPress development and web design, Alignable for local recommendations, plus props from Expertise.com and SEOblog.
Pricing: Contact the agency for details.
Where do I take my digital marketing next?
Teaming up with a digital marketing agency can help your business grow faster than going alone. If you’re in the Chicagoland region, this article introduced you to five formidable partners who can help you with your website, SEO, digital ads and a lot more.
To explore a sixth option, talk to us. Zoe Marketing & Communications has helped clients in the Chicago suburbs since 2019. And we’re ready to create a marketing strategy for you, too.
Still considering your options? Discover nine more stand-out digital marketing agencies in the city of Chicago proper. Plus, get your budget bearings in our 101 article.
