A practical approach to digital marketing
Upstream Digital was created to help businesses navigate digital marketing without all the unnecessary complexity. Too often, agencies throw the entire kitchen sink at a problem, recommending every service possible whether it’s needed or not.
We take a different approach. Our goal is to understand your business first and focus on the strategies that will actually make an impact. Sometimes that means running targeted ad campaigns. Other times it means improving your website or helping you rank higher on Google. Whatever the case, we focus on what you truly need, not what we can sell.
The result is a simpler, more focused approach to growing your business online.
A full range of digital services to help your business grow
From strategy to execution, we help businesses attract the right audience, generate leads, and grow online.
We build and manage ad campaigns that put your business in front of the right people. The focus is simple: generate qualified leads and make your ad spend work harder.
We help your website rank higher on Google so people can actually find your business. From technical improvements to content strategy, we focus on long term growth in search.
Your website should do more than look good. We design and build websites that are fast, easy to navigate, and built to turn visitors into customers.
Great content helps build trust and attract the right audience. We create content that supports your ads, improves SEO, and helps your brand stand out online.
Not sure where to start or what’s working? We help businesses make sense of their marketing, identify opportunities, and build a clear strategy for growth.
Our Process
Step #1
Free Consultation
We start with a quick, no obligation call to learn about your business, your goals, and what you’re currently doing from a marketing standpoint. Whether you’re running ads, relying on referrals, or just getting started, we’ll walk through it together. We’ll also give you honest feedback on what we’re seeing and where there may be opportunities to improve.
Step #2
Strategy & Setup
After the call, we put together a clear, focused plan based on what your business actually needs. We don’t throw a bunch of services at you. If paid ads make the most sense, we’ll build and set up campaigns the right way. If your website or tracking needs work, we’ll take care of that too. Everything is built with lead generation and long-term growth in mind.
Step #3
Launch & Ongoing Optimization
Once everything is live, we actively monitor performance and continue improving over time. We’re not a set-it-and-forget-it agency. We make adjustments based on real data, test new ideas, and stay in communication with you so everything stays aligned with your goals.
What Makes Us Different
When you work with Upstream Digital, you’re not handed off and forgotten about. We stay involved, continuously improving and refining the work as things evolve, while keeping communication open so you can always reach us with questions or ideas. The best results come from working closely together and staying aligned every step of the way.
We Don’t Set and Forget
Your campaigns aren’t something we launch and walk away from. We stay involved, monitor performance closely, and continue making improvements based on real data.
You Can Actually Reach Us
Have a question or want to talk something through? We’re easy to get in touch with. No waiting days for a response or going through layers of account managers.
We Focus on What You Actually Need
We don’t overcomplicate things or push services you don’t need. Our approach is simple: understand your business and focus on what will actually make an impact.
We Work With You, Not Just For You
The best results come from collaboration. We stay aligned with your goals, keep you in the loop, and work closely with you as your business grows.
Your partner for growth
Making your online presence actually work for your business
36%
Lead conversion rate for one of our top-performing campaigns
96%
Decrease in cost per qualified lead after a client switched to us
25%
Decrease in ad spend after a client got upstream
Featured Work
Happy Clients
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"The results have been outstanding—the ads they crafted are engaging and effective, resulting in a significant increase in traffic and leads"
From start to finish, their professionalism and expertise were evident. The website they designed for us is not only visually stunning but also highly functional and user-friendly. It truly reflects our business and highlights what sets our services apart from competitors.
Beyond the website, Upstream Digital also managed our online advertising campaigns on Meta and Google. The results have been outstanding—the ads they crafted are engaging and effective, resulting in a significant increase in traffic and leads. Their strategic approach ensured our advertising budget was well-utilized. If you're looking for a team that excels in web development and online advertising, I highly recommend Upstream Digital.
Robert Kirk
Chief Operating Officer
Phibro RenewOil
"Since partnering with Upstream Digital, we’ve seen a 96% decrease in cost per lead"
"We’ve had an excellent experience working with Upstream Digital for our marketing. They've been extremely easy to work with and has done a great job guiding us through the SEO and advertising process. For those of us who are not experts in digital marketing, he made everything clear and easy to understand while ensuring we were always aligned on strategy and expectations.
Since partnering with Upstream Digital, we’ve seen a 96% decrease in cost per lead, which has significantly improved our visibility and lead generation. We previously believed our domain simply didn’t have enough history to perform well, but it ultimately became clear that our previous agency was not delivering the results we needed.
They also completely revamped our website, giving it a far more professional look that now stands strong alongside our top competitors. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to work with Upstream Digital and would highly recommend them to any business looking to strengthen their online presence."
Edward Fasone
President
Spade Security
"They took the time to listen to my ideas and consistently delivered updates and improvements that matched exactly what I had in mind"
I’ve been working with Upstream Digital for about two years, and the experience has been excellent. They built a website from scratch for my hardwood flooring store, Olson Floor Supply, and the final result exceeded my expectations!
Throughout the process, they worked closely with me to review every product detail, making sure the site was as informative and as helpful as possible for our customers. They took the time to listen to my ideas and consistently delivered updates and improvements that matched exactly what I had in mind. Communication has always been professional, timely, and easy.
Beyond the website build, Upstream Digital has continued to support our business with ongoing SEO work to help improve our visibility on Google and bring more customers to the site. My overall experience has been superb, and I would highly recommend Upstream Digital.
Kenny Olson
Owner
Olson Floor Supply
"From the beginning, they focused on understanding our needs and the purpose of the website"
"I had the pleasure of working with Upstream Digital to create the Consulate’s website, and the experience has been excellent from start to finish. They were incredibly easy to work with and took the time to guide me through each step of the process, making everything clear and straightforward. For those of us who are not experts in website development, they made the entire experience feel simple and well organized while keeping us aligned on every detail.
From the beginning, they focused on understanding our needs and the purpose of the website, ensuring the final result was both informative and easy to navigate. Their attention to detail was evident throughout, and they were always open to feedback, making adjustments quickly and thoughtfully to make sure everything came together exactly as envisioned.
We are extremely happy with the final result and would highly recommend Upstream Digital to anyone looking for a professional, reliable team to build or improve their website."
Barbara Zichichi
Honorary Consulate of Italy In Connecticut
"They were very communicative throughout the entire process and always made time to meet whenever I had questions."
I learned a lot about SEO and how to improve my website’s reach while working with Upstream Digital, and the experience has been excellent overall. They were very communicative throughout the entire process and always made time to meet whenever I had questions. Everything was explained in a way that was easy to understand, which made a big difference since SEO can feel overwhelming at times.
They took the time to walk me through what was being done and why, which helped me feel confident in the strategy and the direction we were going. It never felt like things were being done behind the scenes without explanation. Instead, it felt like a collaborative process where I was always kept in the loop.
Since working together, I’ve seen strong results in terms of increased website traffic and more inquiries coming through my site. It’s clear that the work being done is making a real impact. I’d highly recommend Upstream Digital to anyone looking to improve their online presence and better understand how SEO works.
Ryan Deal
Owner
Real Deal Athletix
