1. The KANSO Creative – Hickory, NC
The KANSO Creative is a branding and marketing agency rooted in intentional design, offering cohesive brand identities, custom websites, SEO services, and social media management. Known for its collaborative process and minimalist design philosophy, KANSO helps small businesses grow with clear storytelling and scalable digital solutions.
2. Nu – Morganton, NC
Nu is a boutique creative agency offering brand development, content creation, and web design with a clean, modern aesthetic. They focus on helping startups and small businesses in Burke County build recognizable, user-friendly digital presences.
3. Appnet New Media Studio – Boone, NC
With over two decades of experience, Appnet specializes in SEO-focused web development for small to mid-sized companies across the Appalachian region. Their services are known for balancing cost-efficiency with scalable digital performance.
4. Craft Web Solutions – Lenoir, NC
Craft Web Solutions provides custom websites and marketing support for churches, nonprofits, and local businesses. Their service is highly personalized, focusing on accessible, locally-managed solutions for clients in Caldwell County and beyond.
5. Knowmad Digital Marketing – Charlotte, NC
Knowmad serves regional and national clients with SEO-driven web design, inbound marketing, and lead generation strategies. Their work is data-informed and particularly well-suited to B2B companies looking to drive growth through digital strategy.
6. Studiobanks – Charlotte, NC
Studiobanks is a design-forward digital agency focused on high-end branding, user experience, and interactive website design. They partner with regional businesses that value visual storytelling and clean interface design.
7. Union – Charlotte, NC
Union is a full-service digital agency offering strategy, branding, web design, and development with a focus on mid-to-large companies. Their work blends design and performance marketing to support long-term digital growth.
8. BlueTone Media – Wilmington, NC (serving Western NC clients)
BlueTone Media offers affordable, responsive websites and digital marketing services tailored to small businesses. Their model emphasizes functionality and ongoing client support, making them a good fit for businesses seeking managed services.
9. Vitalink – Raleigh, NC (Regional Reach)
Vitalink focuses on branding and communication strategy for education, nonprofit, and public service clients. Their services blend research-based messaging with accessible digital design.
10. Kleurvision USA – Hickory, NC
As a branch of a Canadian creative agency, Kleurvision USA brings international branding expertise to the Hickory area. Their work includes brand identity, websites, and print collateral, tailored for small business clients seeking a polished image.