If you’ve ever tried to Google “best marketing agency in Phoenix, you know it’s like trying to find a good taco in the city: there are a lot, and most of them claim to be “authentic”.
But not all agencies are created equal. Some are growth hackers with AI labs and dashboards that would make NASA jealous. Others have been around since dial-up and are still helping Arizona institutions dominate the market like it’s a walk in Papago Park.
Whether you’re a startup looking to scale fast, a public-sector org in need of strategy with sensitivity, or a brand that just wants your creative to stop looking like it was made in Canva at 2am (no offense, Canva), this list has a little something for everyone.
We’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Here are 10 top-tier agencies making marketing magic in the Valley of the Sun.
Ranking Methodology
- Client Fit & Flexibility (Ability to serve diverse business types and sizes)
- Strategic & Creative Balance (Not just performance or creative, but both)
- Local Market Credibility (Phoenix and Arizona presence and reputation)
- Innovation & Differentiation (MarTech, AI, experimentation, proprietary tools)
- Breadth & Depth of Services (Can they scale? Handle a full funnel?)
1. NoGood
Founded in NYC but now operating globally, NoGood is built around a hybrid of growth hackers, creatives, data scientists, and performance strategists. Within the growth agency’s methods is an emphasis on rapid experimentation, AI optimization, and ensuring measurable outcomes.
Each client we serve is assigned a bespoke “growth squad”: compact teams that combine various marketing divisions assembled to provide a synergistic approach to meeting business goals and vertical needs. Unlike other agencies you’ll see on this list, NoGood is the first to boast an in-house AI lab and proprietary tech, powering Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and predictive personalizations optimized for modern AI search channels.
Our lean global team strikes the right balance between boutique execution and large-agency resources. We offer our clients regular performance reporting, clean and custom-built dashboards, and experiment frameworks to create visibility around ROI and campaign impact.
While we may have limited public sector credentials, and we’re not based exclusively out of Phoenix, we offer cross-functional agility, native expertise in AI, and proudly double revenue within 6 months for over 60% of our clients.
- Headquarters: New York City (with global operations, including Phoenix, AZ)
- Year Founded: 2016
- Team Size: 50+
- Key Services: SEO, AEO, Social Media, Paid Search, Paid Social, CRO
- Industries Served: SaaS and B2B, AI Brands and Platforms, Fintech, Healthcare Tech, Consumer and eCommerce, Startups and Scale-Ups
2. Zion & Zion
This is a MarTech-driven company offering full-service integrations. Zion & Zion combines marketing strategy, data analytics, creative, UX, PR and social, media planning, CDP (Customer Data Platform), and MarTech services; all delivered in-house. They structure their entire agency around their three self-titled “Centers of Excellence”: Digital Agency, MarTech and Data Solutions, and B2B/ABM.
They’re also deeply analytical, employing a six-person in-house research team to support both qualitative and quantitative projects. Like seemingly every agency these days, they also have their own proprietary “Ad Effectiveness Model” based on academic data and viewer surveys that are designed to improve ad recall by aligning cognitive involvement with show content.
Within their agency, they promote a flat organizational culture, meaning senior leadership remains closely involved across all projects. Their Phoenix HQ houses 35% of their entire team to encourage open collaboration and cross-functional workflow.
Some highlights I saw in my research include their robust expertise, their extremely deep and measurable case studies highlighting major results, and how intertwined their agency is with all the hottest tools we marketers know and love.
However, it’s worth keeping in mind potential drawbacks. While their strengths lie in the strategy and data side of things, if your brand is seeking more creative or boutique-style storytelling, this may not be the agency for you. They’re less affiliated with smaller brands due to higher project requirements, limiting their flexibility with SMBs
- Headquarters: Phoenix Metro (with offices across the U.S.)
- Year Founded: 2002
- Team Size: 50+ employees
- Key Services: Brand Strategy, PR, Social Media, Data Science, Market Research
- Industries Served: Retail, eCommerce, Healthcare, Real Estate, B2B Technology, Hospitality
3. Ideas Collide
Ideas Collide is an Arizona-based agency blending creative storytelling with marketing automation and analytics. They use a proprietary, internal framework, IC:IDQ (Insight, Content, Ideas, Design, Quality) to guide every campaign, ensuring alignment between brand identity, audience behavior, and measurable outcomes.
Whether it’s a state-level initiative or they’re working with consumer brands, you can expect this agency to bring polished video production, cinematic visuals, and narrative clarity to campaigns, often winning them regional and national recognition. They’ve also been ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Arizona, partly because of their establishment as a certified LGBTQ+ Business Enterprise (LGBTBE).
Some potential drawbacks with this agency are that they are not small-business specialists; they most commonly work with mid-market and enterprise clients fit with bigger budgets and multichannel complexity.
Additionally, while they do integrate automation and analytics, they are not a dev-heavy agency, so if your business needs custom-built platforms or complex engineering, your best bet may be to refer elsewhere.
- Headquarters: Scottsdale, Arizona (serving Arizona at large)
- Year Founded: 2005
- Team Size: 40+ employees
- Key Services: Creative and Content Development, Paid Media and Performance Marketing, Video and Multimedia Production, Web Design, Brand Strategy
- Industries Served: Travel and Hospitality, Public Sector, Healthcare and Wellness, Education, Food and Bev, Telecommunications and Tech
4. Agital
Originally named Highnoon, this agency went through a major rebrand and merger in 2024. This major shift brought about new and improved capabilities in brand strategy, lead generation, PR, creative, analytics, and customer engagement.
They emphasize a blending of art and science, starting with the research and strategy side of things and then translating that data for impact. Using their proprietary Visualize analytics platform, they design campaigns for clarity, performance, and continuous optimization.
Some notable things about Agital include winning BBB’s Torch Award for Ethics, AAF Phoenix ADDY (the local American Advertising Award), and Microsoft’s Rising Star of the Year. Clients also routinely highlight Agital as an extension of their own internal marketing teams; the kind of thing you want in a marketing agency.
However, keep in mind that this is a lesser-known agency outside of Phoenix. While they serve international clients, their strongest historical visibility is within Arizona and its surrounding markets. Additionally, the agency’s breadth over niche specialization may mean clients looking for ultra-specialized niche expertise may do better with a boutique marketing agency.
- Headquarters: Phoenix, Arizona (with offices across the US)
- Year Founded: Rebranded as Agital in 2024
- Team Size: 500+
- Key Services: Paid Search, Social media, SEO, Branding, Creative, Web Development, PR and Traditional Media, Event Marketing
- Industries Served: Healthcare, Education, Real Estate, Government and Public Sectors, B2B, Technology, Consumer Goods and Retail
5. Riester
From their origin back in 1989, Riester has grown from a creative boutique agency into one of the largest privately held advertising agencies in the Western US. One of its founders, Mirja Riester, was recognized for powerful behavior-change campaigns licensed by the White House, most notably in addiction prevention and HIV awareness.
This agency offers comprehensive in-house capabilities, including in-house polling and measurement via MetricsEdge. Their award-winning creatives move audiences, and their multicultural and public sector expertise means they are proficient with multilingual and socially oriented projects. And while they may be based in Phoenix, they have a national reach with offices across the country.
Some things to keep in mind are that this is another “historically traditional” agency. While they’re digitally competent, they might not be your #1 pick if your project needs martech development or deep automation infrastructure.
Additionally, the agency is large enough to scale all functions, but that can leave it feeling corporate and structured compared to boutique agencies. Also (and this is my personal feelings as an SEO), their website is extremely tough to navigate, which may be distracting to visitors.
- Headquarters: Phoenix, AZ (with offices in LA, Park City, & DC)
- Year Founded: 1989
- Team Size: ~100+ employees (privately held)
- Key Services: Branding, Advertising Creative and Ideation, PR, Digital Marketing, Multicultural Strategy, Market Research, Event Marketing, Social Media
- Industries Served: Healthcare and Public Health, Government and Civic Education, Gaming, Tourism, Hospitality, Sports and Entertainment, Financial Services, CPG and Retail
6. O.H. Partners
O.H. Partners is an integrated, full-service Phoenix creative powerhouse with offices in both Phoenix and Las Vegas. Their hybrid model of blending startup-like speed and mindset with full-service capabilities allows them to have flexibility and the ability to scale as needed.
O.H. is the flagship agency under The Harkey Group, which is a network of agencies, giving them access to in-house market research, PR, film production, and consulting. They offer affiliate services with OH Predictive Insights (consumer research) and OH Strategic Communications (message architecture), mixing creative instinct with human insights, strategic direction, giving them both big-agency resources and boutique agency agility.
Some potential drawbacks, depending on the kind of enterprise you’re running, include that they’re less B2B focused, leaning heavily into the B2C market. They also aren’t dev-heavy. While they do offer web and digital services, they’re not known for complex backend dev or martech implementation. Lastly, their style is bold, colorful, and often Southwest-inspired. That might be a great fit for some businesses, but may not suit every brand tone.
- Headquarters: Phoenix, Arizona (as well as Las Vegas, NV)
- Year Founded: 2016
- Team Size: 50+ employees
- Key Services: Branding, Campaign Development, Content Production, Paid Media, Digital Marketing, PR, Social Media, Event Marketing, Video Production, Polling and Analytics
- Industries Served: Gaming and Hospitality, Travel and Tourism, Food and Beverage, Healthcare and Wellness, Sports and Entertainment, Public Sectors, Retail and Franchise
7. Lavidge
Lavidge has been around for a while, and is Arizona’s first employee-owned agency. Their deep-rooted local experience and invested staff basically act as insurance for client success. They offer a unified, integrated, full-service model, all under one roof with branding, creative, media, digital, PR, technology, and UX teams.
They’ve worked with major Arizona institutions for over 40+ years, including APS, ASU, Sonora Quest, ReBath, and more, specifically focusing on brand strategy, media planning, public service campaigns, and government outreach. They also have specialized capabilities in Latino marketing, a major audience in Arizona. They’re also adept at creating Spanish campaigns, transcreation, and cultural strategy that is backed by research and execution across both traditional and digital media.
Something to keep in mind as a brand looking to partner with an agency, is that this one functions more traditionally in tone and isn’t especially edgy or risk-taking. So if you’re looking for something ultra-modern and experimental, they might not be the right fit. Additionally, while they do national work, they’re deeply rooted in the Arizona market. So for brands without a regional footprint or interest in the area, Lavidge may be a less relevant option.
- Headquarters: Phoenix, Arizona
- Year Founded: 1982
- Team Size: 50+ employees
- Key Services: Branding and Strategy, Media Planning and Buying, PR, MarTech, UX/UI, Content and Campaign Execution, ABM and Sales Enablement
- Industries Served: Healthcare, Education, Government, Wellness, Consumer Services, Construction and Real Estate, Travel and Hospitality, Nonprofits, Technology
8. Anderson Collaborative
This agency is top-rated by outlets like Clutch, MarketWatch, Design Rush, Business Insider, Yahoo, and plenty more. Additionally, one of their case studies cites over $1.25 billion in revenue generated; that’s certainly something.
Anderson Collective is a full-service growth and advertising agency with a strong ROI orientation. They integrate AI into all of their client workflows, from onboarding to lead generation, content, and ad optimization. Their proof is in the pudding. In addition to a robust blog, they are experts in project management, and teams work together to create a cohesive experience for their clients.
Some things to keep in mind about Anderson Collective are its broader geographic base. While they may be reported as a top Phoenix agency, their HQ in Miami and national presence overall may dilute the local Phoenix identity compared to some of the legacy AZ agencies on this list.
Lastly, their core focus is on performance and growth marketing. If your business is seeking a more boutique-level branding craftsmanship or high-concept creative, this may not be the right fit.
- Headquarters: Miami, FL (but serves the Phoenix market)
- Year Founded: 2019
- Team Size: 100+ employees
- Key Services: Strategy, Creative, UX and Web Design, Media Buying and Planning, Digital, MarTech, PR
- Industries Served: Retail and eCommerce, Healthcare, Real Estate, B2B Technology, Hospitality
9. Rule29
Rule29 was born and raised in suburban Phoenix and is an employee-owned, certified B Corporation committed to responsible, value-aligned branding. Their guiding mantra is Making Creative Matter®, emphasizing their human-centered storytelling, social impact, and measurable brand connections.
This agency builds brand ecosystems. Their proprietary Creative Matters® aligns strategy, user experience, design, and narrative to help brands create and stand for something meaningful. Emotion clarity, trust, and audience resonance across digital, print, video, and environmental touchpoints are at the heart of everything they do.
They’ve won multiple Web Excellence Awards, received recognition from Graphis, RGD So(cial) Good Design Awards, and multiple features in LogoLounge editions. Their teams are compact, but mighty, with clients consistently citing their strong project management.
Some agency limitations to keep in mind include their lower backend capabilities. While their creative output is strong, Rule29 may not be ideal for complex, large-scale web platform development. And while their small team can certainly be a bonus in some contexts, it also means they might not be able to accommodate large-scale, broader marketing projects.
- Headquarters: Phoenix, AZ
- Year Founded: 2000
- Team Size: 10+ employees
- Key Services: Brand Strategy, Design (Digital, Web, and Print), Video and Motion Design, Comms
- Industries Served: B2B, B2C, Nonprofits
10. BizIQ
What makes BizIQ unique is its small-business DNA that achieves a large impact. They’ve branded themselves as the #1 small business digital marketing agency in the US. They support over 33,000 businesses with their turnkey strategy and execution for clients, ranging from small local shops to multi-location brands.
They emphasize teaching clients how digital marketing works, providing client-facing dashboards, proactive reporting, and regular updates, positioning themselves as growth partners rather than just service providers. They’re highly rated, offer affordable and transparent pricing, and have a wide national reach with a local focus.
Some potential drawbacks for businesses to keep in mind include their limited strategic depth. While they excel in technical and tactical execution, they’re not positioned as a high-level brand consultancy. Additionally, while they’ve been highly praised for SEO and web design, some clients have reported less-happy outcomes with PPC, describing experiences that felt misaligned with initial expectations.
- Headquarters: 2011
- Year Founded: Phoenix, AZ
- Team Size: 50+
- Key Services: Web Design and Development, SEO, PPC and Paid Social, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing and Copywriting, Reputation Management, Automation and Local Tools, GMP Optimization
- Industries Served: Local Small Businesses, Retail and Consumer Services, Healthcare, Automotive, Professional Services, Hospitality and Real Estate, Franchise Brands
Desert Gems, Delivered
From AI-enabled growth squads to creative storytelling agencies with decades of Arizona legacy, the Phoenix marketing scene is hotter than a July afternoon on Camelback.
Whether you’re seeking data-fueled performance or the kind of creativity that gives you goosebumps, these agencies bring the heat and then some. And sure, we may be a little biased putting NoGood in the top spot (humble brag: we’ve earned it), but when it comes to helping brands scale, convert, and shine online, we’re in good company.
So go ahead, pick your fighter. Phoenix is full of marketing partners ready to help you make noise, make moves, and most importantly, make it matter.
