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Locus Marketing

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Health & Medicine 4 reviewers
36%
PROJECT COST
$2.5K - $5Kper project7 reviewers | 47%

RETAINER COST
$250 - $500per month6 reviewers | 40%
Brian HernandezPresident
Overall Rating
5.0
Communication
4.8
Responsiveness
5.0
Accuracy of Timeline
4.8
Expertise
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Accuracy of Cost Estimates
4.8

Having worked with Locus Marketing since 2014, I can wholeheartedly say their expertise has been a game-changer for my VIP Personal Fitness. Their knack for creating lead generation websites has significantly propelled our growth, providing us with a steady stream of organic leads for almost a decade. The recent website overhaul they spearheaded played a pivotal role in generating over $196K in new personal training revenue, a testament to their skill and understanding of our business needs. Their strategic approach to SEO, especially with keyword selection, has not only increased our online visibility but effectively doubled our website traffic, solidifying our presence in the fitness industry. Their consistent results, innovative strategies, and understanding of digital marketing trends have made them an invaluable asset to VIP. I couldn't recommend them more highly to anyone looking to elevate their online presence and business growth.October 20, 2023

https://locuswebmarketing.com

Portland, OR

Founded 2008

11-50 Employees


Oregon-based digital marketing agency

Locus Marketing is a full-service digital marketing agency that specializes in helping lifestyle, eCommerce and fitness brands create various strategies to convert audiences and manage sales. The agency offers a wide range of services, including digital advertising, search engine optimization, website design and development, email marketing, logo design, and social media marketing.

Expertise

Industries Served
Construction | Retail, Consumer Goods & Services | Health & Medicine | Hospitality, Dining, Event & Travel | Public, Non Profit & Religious Organizations | Legal

Costs

Project CostProjects Starting at:
$5K each
13 reviewers reported project cost for this provider
Less than $1K
7%
$1K - $2.5K
20%
$2.5K - $5K
47%
$5K - $10K
13%
$10K+
No cost reported
13%
Retainer CostRetainers Starting at:
$500 monthly
7 reviewers reported retainer cost for this provider
$250 - $500
40%
$500 - $1K
7%
$1K - $2K
$2K - $5K
$5K+
No cost reported
53%

Locus Marketing Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0

15 Reviews

Expertise
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Accuracy of Cost Estimates
4.8
Communication
4.8
Responsiveness
5.0
Accuracy of Timeline
4.8

Pros:

  • The team at Locus Marketing got who I was and what my business needs were. They did not flinch at the changes that I requested. I was blown away by the recent landing page they created for me.
  • Easy to work with. Offer a lot of online marketing sources.
  • What impressed me most about Locus Marketing was their strategic approach combined with their deep understanding of our business needs. They didn't just provide generic solutions; they delved into our brand's essence, identified our target audience's behavior, and crafted a unique online marketing strategy that boosted our visibility significantly. Their expertise in SEO and lead generation was evident in the results: our traffic doubled, and we experienced a substantial increase in revenue. It wasn't just about numbers, though; they showed genuine dedication to our brand's growth, providing valuable insights and keeping us ahead of digital marketing trends. Their blend of professionalism, innovation, and personalized service is why they're top-notch in digital marketing.
  • They were always professional, knowledgable, and communicative.

Cons:

  • None. I am so happy with the work that was completed!
  • Getting quick reply back. Sometimes takes a few days.
  • When they get busy I wish they could be a bit more responsive.
  • They can be a little faster in response time, as well as be a little clearer on the expectations of the client's role in the process.

15 reviews

Brian Hernandez
President
Hospitality, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
What impressed me most about Locus Marketing was their strategic approach combined with their deep understanding of our business needs. They didn't just provide generic solutions; they delved into our brand's essence, identified our target audience's behavior, and crafted a unique online marketing strategy that boosted our visibility significantly. Their expertise in SEO and lead generation was evident in the results: our traffic doubled, and we experienced a substantial increase in revenue. It wasn't just about numbers, though; they showed genuine dedication to our brand's growth, providing valuable insights and keeping us ahead of digital marketing trends. Their blend of professionalism, innovation, and personalized service is why they're top-notch in digital marketing.
Cons:
Locus Marketing has consistently demonstrated a high level of proficiency and commitment, making it challenging to pinpoint any specific shortcomings. If there's one thing they could consider, it's perhaps offering even more educational resources or workshops on the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape. This isn't so much a con as it is an opportunity to augment their already exceptional service. Their current operation, attentiveness, and results-driven approach leave little room for improvement. They've been an invaluable partner in our digital marketing journey.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 20, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Having worked with Locus Marketing since 2014, I can wholeheartedly say their expertise has been a game-changer for my VIP Personal Fitness. Their knack for creating lead generation websites has significantly propelled our growth, providing us with a steady stream of organic leads for almost a decade. The recent website overhaul they spearheaded played a pivotal role in generating over $196K in new personal training revenue, a testament to their skill and understanding of our business needs. Their strategic approach to SEO, especially with keyword selection, has not only increased our online visibility but effectively doubled our website traffic, solidifying our presence in the fitness industry. Their consistent results, innovative strategies, and understanding of digital marketing trends have made them an invaluable asset to VIP. I couldn't recommend them more highly to anyone looking to elevate their online presence and business growth.
Other Contributing Factors: Reputation, Specific Service Offering, Technical Expertise
Fisher Nutrition Systems avatar
Fisher Nutrition Systems
Owner
Hospital & Health Care, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The team at Locus Marketing got who I was and what my business needs were. They did not flinch at the changes that I requested. I was blown away by the recent landing page they created for me.
Cons:
None. I am so happy with the work that was completed!
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 20, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $1,000 - $2,499
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: Shingo and his team at Locus Marketing have created three websites for my various businesses. Each one got progressively better. His team has always been able to capture who I was and what I wanted to represent. They nailed it on the last project they completed for me. Shingo's team was able to embody everything I asked for in one landing page. The colors, the vibe, and the font incorporate me to a t. The team at Locus Marketing is creative and willing to listen and make changes based on my needs. I have 100% confidence that I will work with Locus Marketing on future projects.
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Industry Focus, Portfolio, Reputation, Specific Service Offering, Technical Expertise, Variety Of Services Offered
Jeremy Allen
Owner & CEO
Hospital & Health Care, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
There were so many areas that impressed me but if I had to pick one I would say the overall design of our website guides our right fit client on the journey of discovering our strengths and how we might serve them. The website is exactly what I envisioned.
Cons:
I honestly cannot think of anything I would suggest at this point. The initial proposal was laid out very well and established expectations for the journey to completed project. Everything has gone as planned!
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 13, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $5,000 - $9,999
Retainer: $500-$1,000 monthly
Overall Experience: I was referred to Locus Marketing by another happy client. I appreciated the time Shingo and his team took to understand my vision for our company and our website. They were intentional about understanding who our clients are, how we serve our clients and reason we serve. The communication was consistent and the work has been incredible. I am very pleased with our website and the additional services they have provided. Our brand looks professional and competent and we would not be at this point without Locus.
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Industry Focus, Portfolio, Specific Service Offering, Technical Expertise, Variety Of Services Offered
Float State
Marketing Director
Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
Easy to work with the team. Willing to listen to our feedback and make adjustments.
Cons:
It's difficult to list anything as a con. Perhaps, there could have been better communication at times. But that most likely is due to our team have several people involved during the process.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
November 3, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: Shingo and the Locus Marketing team recently redesigned our website at Float State, and the results were outstanding. They initially built our site four years ago, and it was clear that an upgrade was needed to keep pace with our business growth. The new website they created is not only visually appealing but also highly functional, reflecting our brand's essence. Shingo's leadership and commitment to our project made the process smooth and stress-free. We wholeheartedly recommend Locus Marketing for their dedication, professionalism, and exceptional web development services. They played a significant role in our online success. Branko, Marketing Director at Float State
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Industry Focus, Portfolio, Reputation, Technical Expertise
Westley Chow
Owner
Retail, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
Customized approach to help us separate ourselves from the competition. Real solutions and good support. Have occasionally needed to expedite some updates for landing pages for sales/events and they've been responsive and able to prioritize my site when needed
Cons:
Occasionally website updates won't be responsive across devices of different (screen) sizes. I was made aware that since my site has been updated dozens of times, it's the layers of code that are interfering with each other but the Locus team has always been able to ultimately clean up the responsiveness issues after an audit
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 27, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Great service, customer centric, and custom solutions for your web design, development, SEO, and online presence needs!
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Industry Focus, Portfolio, Reputation, Specific Service Offering, Technical Expertise, Variety Of Services Offered
Amelia Reising
Executive Director
Non-Profit Organization Management, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
They were always professional, knowledgable, and communicative.
Cons:
I guess if they could perform actual magic, that would be neat. But the tech magic they DID perform was still pretty great.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 20, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: We have been really satisfied with the whole experience of working with Locus Marketing on our interactive website redesign. They have been conscious of our brand and our needs and receptive to feedback throughout the process of website and interactive elements design. The Locus team created an interactive website design that showcases A!CM well, while allowing our less-than-tech-savvy staff to make small updates and changes as needed. Three years later, they have continued to be responsive to questions. We recommend Locus Marketing highly!
Other Contributing Factors: Location, Portfolio, Reputation, Technical Expertise, Variety Of Services Offered
Jedd Ramos
Holistic Fitness Specialist, Owner
Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
Their attention to detail and in-depth interviewing to truly get to know each client thoroughly.
Cons:
They can be a little faster in response time, as well as be a little clearer on the expectations of the client's role in the process.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 27, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $1,000 - $2,499
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Locus Marketing is hands-down, the best! Shingo and the rest of the team are outstanding! They truly take the time to get to know you, your business, and your vision, so that they can create a website that embodies who you are and what you're all about for your ideal clients. I've given other companies a shot, but Locus Marketing is easily, hands-down the best in the business. Highly recommended!
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus, Reputation, Specific Service Offering, Technical Expertise
Melinda Lopp
Owner
Consumer Services, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
They are sooo easy to work with! Timely, professional, courteous
Cons:
I honestly can’t think of one. I’d say if anything, content typos
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
November 10, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Shingo and his team are top-notch. I have worked with them for years now on our business websites, and they are so professional, accommodating and talented! You will never go wrong working with them. Shingo listens to what you’re looking for and will gently guide you if he thinks it’s best to do something a bit different - he has your best interest at heart. Love working with them and always will!
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Technical Expertise, Variety Of Services Offered
John Schirra
President
Marketing and Advertising, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
They are masters at creating content quickly which follows state of the art design accompanying at comprehensive interface.
Cons:
When they get busy I wish they could be a bit more responsive.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 27, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: We have been using Locus for its services for over 13 years we not only use them for our company’s website but also refer them to our own customers. Locus recently redesigned out site and since then our conversions have more than doubled. We will not go anywhere else!
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus, Technical Expertise
Ryan T
Owner
Construction, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
Nice Design Work Helpful Staff Responsive
Cons:
Of course I ended up wanting more and more pages and stuff on my site... it is hard to stop. I went over my initial budget.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
March 8, 2024
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $2,500 - $4,999
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: The team and Locus Marketing sat down and really worked with me to understand my needs. They didn't just want to put up some quick template site, they really spent the time to come up with something unique that helped me stand out. THANK YOU!
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Location, Portfolio, Reputation, Technical Expertise
Chiquita Robertson
CEO
Consumer Services, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
Locus Marketing is budget friendly for the everyday small business owner and entrepreneur and they make you feel like your project is a top priority for them.
Cons:
Honestly, I don't have any cons to add right now. Previous areas of improvement have really been addressed by Shingo and his team in recent years. I've been working extremely close with them over the past two years and the service being provided is remarkable. I have no cons to add at this time.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 20, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: Confidential
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: I have been working with Locus Marketing for well over 5 years. Shingo and his team have done a very good job at taking the vision I have and executing it in a way that not only meets my expectations but excels them. They are a winning team and I'm glad to have them as a part of mine. Look no further than Locus Marketing when it comes to your marketing, advertising, SEO, website design and development needs!
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Industry Focus, Portfolio, Reputation, Technical Expertise
Katie Skipper
owner/CEO
Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
Locus was always quick to respond and thoroughly answered my questions. If I was unclear about something, they always went the extra mile to make sure I had the information I needed.
Cons:
I can’t think of anything! I was really happy with Locus!
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 27, 2023
Frequency: Single Project
Cost Per Project: $1,000 - $2,499
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: Locus went above and beyond, delivering a beautiful product with excellent customer service and professionalism. Highly highly recommend!
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus, Reputation, Technical Expertise
Dr. Kristhian Barahona
CEO
Hospital & Health Care, Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
The waiting time was extremely short, and the result was exceptionally good.
Cons:
Perhaps receiving a monthly automated email about the movement of my digital product would be a very attractive extra.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 20, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: $5,000 - $9,999
Retainer: Less than $500 monthly
Overall Experience: Despite the distance and the language barrier, I feel accompanied by a team of experts at all times. The look and functionality of my digital product is of extremely high quality. I 100% recommend them.
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus, Portfolio, Reputation, Technical Expertise
TINA DAVIS
Owner
Hospital & Health Care, Unspecified

Overall Rating
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Pros:
Easy to work with. Offer a lot of online marketing sources.
Cons:
Getting quick reply back. Sometimes takes a few days.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
March 22, 2024
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: Less than $1,000
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: It’s been over 10 years using Locus Marketing. They build my website and made updates during those years. They offer a lot of services for your small or big business .
Other Contributing Factors: Cost, Industry Focus, Technical Expertise, Variety Of Services Offered
Steve Hochman
CEO
Unspecified

Overall Rating
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Pros:
You can tell that Shingo and his team truly care and go the extra mile without having to ask. This is rare these days.
Cons:
None at this time. I am happy with the service.
Reviewer Source
Source: UpCity
October 20, 2023
Frequency: Ongoing Service
Cost Per Project: Confidential
Retainer: Confidential
Overall Experience: I've been working with Shingo and his team for over 15 years. What I like the most is that they can help in ALL areas related with websites and web marketing. Another benefit is that it doesn't feel like a big company where the customer is just a number. Thank you Shingo for all the years of excellent service!
Other Contributing Factors: Industry Focus, Reputation, Technical Expertise

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Headquarters:
Portland, OR