Marketing Consultants in Seattle to Watch For in 2025
Seattle Marketing Service Providers to Know in 2025
Seattle has long been known as a city of innovation—home to tech giants, thriving startups, and a growing number of purpose-driven organizations. In 2025, that spirit of innovation extends deep into its marketing scene. Digital Reference is proud to spotlight some of the top marketing consultants and service providers based in Seattle who are shaping how brands grow, connect, and thrive.
These are the professionals who help turn strategy into traction—whether you're a nonprofit redefining your mission, a startup aiming for scale, or a legacy brand looking to modernize. From solo consultants to boutique agency leaders, our picks are as diverse as the industries they serve.
Our Selection Methodology
At Digital Reference, we don’t do pay-to-play. Our editorial team selects each featured professional based on a thorough process that includes:
- Location: All providers are actively working with clients in the greater Seattle area.
- Reputation: We value impact over hype. We look at proven outcomes, peer recommendations, and thought leadership.
- Relevance: We focus on consultants who work across key sectors like tech, nonprofit, sustainability, and education.
- Alignment: We prioritize professionals who share our values of transparency, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
Curious about how to work with a consultant? We recommend starting with this primer: What Are Marketing Professionals and What Do They Do?
Featured Marketing Consultants in Seattle
Holly Robinson
Co-Founder, Fathom35
Website | LinkedIn
Holly is a marketing and innovation strategist with a background in tech and sustainability. At Fathom35, she helps organizations design transformative marketing experiences with a future-forward mindset.
Signature Strengths
✨ Innovation Strategy
🌍 Sustainability Marketing
📊 Strategic Roadmapping
📝 Workshop Facilitation
📈 Experience Design
Deborah Keltner
Marketing Consultant & Brand Strategist
Website | LinkedIn
Deborah partners with mission-driven organizations and entrepreneurs to build marketing systems that scale. She brings structure to brand positioning, campaign planning, and messaging.
Signature Strengths
📄 Brand Positioning
🏠 Small Business Growth
🔄 Messaging Strategy
📇 Campaign Frameworks
🎭 Storytelling for Impact
Lisbeth Darsh
Author & Marketing Strategist
Website | LinkedIn
Lisbeth brings a powerful mix of creative storytelling and sharp marketing strategy. She's an accomplished author and speaker, and her consulting work spans personal branding and community marketing.
Signature Strengths
📖 Thought Leadership
💬 Personal Branding
📺 Content Strategy
📰 Audience Development
🎨 Narrative Design
Darren Nordlie
Marketing Executive & Consultant
LinkedIn
Darren helps tech companies optimize go-to-market strategy, product marketing, and customer lifecycle management. His experience spans startups and global firms.
Signature Strengths
🔄 Lifecycle Marketing
🌐 Global GTM Strategy
🔄 Product Launches
📊 Sales Enablement
💼 Strategic Planning
Meihan Zhang
Multichannel Marketing Consultant
Website | LinkedIn
Meihan is known for creating tailored marketing systems that integrate brand storytelling, channel strategy, and performance measurement.
Signature Strengths
📲 Multichannel Strategy
🔢 Analytics & Optimization
🎭 Creative Direction
📖 Content Calendars
🌟 Marketing Automation
Phi Sayre
Marketing and Communications Consultant
LinkedIn
Phi supports purpose-led brands with high-impact messaging and brand strategy. Her background spans nonprofit communications and mission-aligned branding.
Signature Strengths
💬 Brand Voice Development
📖 Strategic Messaging
📞 Stakeholder Engagement
📇 Internal + External Comms
📄 Campaign Narrative Design
Julia Christman
Partner, Verde Agency
Website | LinkedIn
Julia is a B2B marketing strategist focused on tech, energy, and climate. At Verde Agency, she leads client strategy with a focus on clarity and sustainable growth.
Signature Strengths
🌍 Sustainability + Tech Marketing
🔢 ABM & Demand Gen
📝 Content-Led Strategy
🌟 Campaign Planning
📊 Data-Driven Storytelling
Christopher Jones
Marketing Advisor & Growth Strategist
LinkedIn
Chris works with startups and SMBs on growth strategy, customer acquisition, and revenue alignment. He combines marketing and sales insights into cohesive roadmaps.
Signature Strengths
📊 Growth Strategy
🌐 GTM Launches
📈 Conversion Optimization
💼 Lead Nurture Systems
🎡 Revenue Enablement
Barbara Larimer
Marketing Consultant & Brand Advisor
LinkedIn
Barbara brings decades of experience in corporate marketing and helps organizations evolve their positioning and strategy for modern audiences.
Signature Strengths
📄 Corporate Rebranding
📇 Campaign Development
📖 Brand Voice Strategy
📊 Competitive Analysis
💼 Executive Coaching
Florence Dulla
Digital Marketing Consultant
LinkedIn
Florence supports purpose-led businesses with digital strategy, paid media, and content optimization. Her work often bridges marketing with UX and design thinking.
Signature Strengths
📊 Digital Strategy
📈 Paid Ads + SEO
📲 UX-Focused Campaigns
💡 Customer Insights
🔄 Full Funnel Optimization
Why Seattle's Marketing Talent Deserves the Spotlight
Seattle's marketing scene reflects its larger identity: resourceful, values-driven, and full of builders who thrive at the intersection of strategy and creativity. These professionals don’t just make noise—they make momentum.
If you're looking to expand your team or bring clarity to your next campaign, these Seattle-based marketers are worth knowing.
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