⭐ 4.2 (19 reviews)

Portent

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Portent is an integrated digital marketing agency that provides a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster scalable growth for its clients. The agency's core service offerings include sophisticated search engine optimization, which focuses on long-term organic visibility, and pay-per-click (PPC) and paid media management, backed by two decades of experience in maximizing return on investment. Beyond search, Portent provides content strategy development, including user research and editorial planning, alongside social media marketing campaigns. The agency also offers web development and design services, programmatic advertising, influencer marketing, and marketing analytics to track and report on campaign performance. Historically based in Seattle, Portent has served a diverse range of clients across various sectors, including digital music streaming services and outdoor apparel brands. The agency is known for an integrated approach where strategy and execution are handled in-house to ensure consistency across channels. Portent utilizes a data-driven methodology, emphasizing actionable reporting and deep-dive analytics to guide its strategic decisions. With nearly 30 years of history in the industry, the firm has built a reputation for thought leadership, research, and collaborative client partnerships. Portent’s work has been recognized with industry accolades, such as the US Search Award for Best SEO Campaign of the Year. In May 2024, Portent’s operations were closed by its parent company, Clearlink, with ongoing services and client management transitioning to Wallaroo Media, which continues to maintain the Portent brand legacy and website.

Eric Warner5 years ago

I have had nothing but phenomenal experiences with the team at Portent, and couldn't recommend them more. They are incredibly professional and have guided me through this pandemic by providing fantastic advice on how to structure my business' SEO and Analytics. What's more they have gone the extra mile to send my graphic design business extra side projects to keep it afloat in these hard times. It is with tremendous pride that I recommend Portent for all of your SEO, PPC, Content, Social Media, Analytics, and Development needs.

Charlie ColeEdited 7 years ago

When I think of Portent Interactive, I think of synonyms for the word 'rad'. They are results driven experts who are personable and fun to work with.

MyFairyTaleBooks USAEdited 7 years ago

I could not be happier with Portent's Small Business offerings. I was skeptical at first but did some research and ultimately took the plunge. I like that they offer month to month and no yearly lock in contracts like some agencies do. The team is extremely responsive, make valuable suggestions but also listen and provide guidance. I tend to be a little bit of a control freak and working with the team over there has eased my concerns as I know they are on top my account. I would gladly recommend their services to folk.

Marc MooreEdited 7 years ago

As the Marketing Director of California Home Fitness I’ve benefited from the partnership and services provided by the great team at Portent. Tim and Max are quick to respond to our PPC, SEO and other digital needs. Give them a call.

Richard BlackEdited 7 years ago

We engaged Portent to help with PPC, as part of their 'PPC Essentials' plan for small businesses. We chose them because of their claims about being leading experts in PPC. They convinced us we needed an "account audit" (US$800), which is no where mentioned on their 'Essentials' page. This audit basically consisted of a completely new set up on our Adwords account that appeared to be written by a two year old. The ad copy was so poor we asked them to rewrite it at least two times. When challenged about some of their logic, they sent long defensive emails by reply that showed us they really didn't look into our account in any depth. They then wanted us to pay in advance for the first month, however we were so worried by the lack of attention to detail we requested that they confirm they will provide a higher level of service, to which they replied that we needed to, "come to terms with their service and strategy”! Basically saying that as a customer we know nothing and should accept second-class service and support. We have asked for a reply from Ian Lauire ("Chairman"), asking for a response or refund, of which we have received neither. Portent's commitment to their customers is pathetic. Avoid at all costs.