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Relationships built on real values

In 2011 Mike Krass and Kerry Guard created MKG Marketing.

Their first order of business — create values to enable thoughtful business decisions. While our values have evolved, their purpose has not.

To be the heart of who we are.

We put people first.

We treat each other as humans, talking in plain English, with positivity, and thoughtfulness. We lead with joy and remember to laugh.

Assume most positive interpretation
Provide context to aid understanding
Be flexible & accomodating to others needs
Ask for clarification as needed

We are transparent.

We build long-lasting relationships through transparency, honesty, and accountability and weather any short-term discomfort.

Be honest and truthful
Clearly state opinions and their basis
Keep jargon to a minimum
Provide clear data, results, and analysis

We see the big picture.

Our mission is to help our clients be found. We always look towards the client’s goals and how best to achieve them.

Keep up with trends & developments
Be mindful of the destination
Suggest ideas on a better way to the goal
Refine and improve the way we work

We have one standard.

We have one standard — the MKG Standard — for excellence and consistency. We hire experts and follow our processes.

Deliverables are accurate and accessible
Process is followed and maintained
Clients get to be the hero
Offer assistance and anticipate needs

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MKG Marketing works with you.

Our digital marketing team consists of expert-led service lines overseen by an Account Director who ensures we work in partnership toward your goals.

Marketing Strategy

Level-up your marketing team and revenue engine. We'll perform data-driven analysis to provide actionable brand, market, and channel insights.

Digital Advertising

Reach your target customer through a expertly-tailored Digital Advertising Plan with predictable outcomes.

SEO

Get top-ranked search results via a search engine optimization strategy based on your intended customer and business goals.

Marketing Analytics

See how digital marketing strategies impact your revenue, process and measure your goals allowing teams to quickly respond.

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What is Digital Advertising?

What is digital advertising? Our MKG experts offer their perspective on the advantages of utilizing real-time data and a cohesive search engine marketing, paid, DOOH, and OOT strategy.

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Jan 23, 2023

5 Marketing Analytics Trends for 2023

What are the top trends for marketing analytics in 2023? Our MKG expert breaks down the pervasive trends that will influence your analytics and impact your business.

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Jan 23, 2023

General Data Protection Regulation and Google Analytics 4 | Blog | MKG Marketing

Is GA4 compliant with General Data Protection Regulation? Our MKG analytics expert breaks down the changes, platform compatibilities, and best practices. Read more here.