Digital Marketing & WordPress Development

We're Basically Your Whole Marketing Team. Just Easier to Deal With.

One point of contact with two decades of experience. One reliable team that executes. Zero meetings that should've been an email.

  • 20+ years figuring this out — So you don't have to
  • You work with me directly, Chris Makara — No middleman, no runaround
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Trusted by
90+ Clients
About Ciked

We Actually Do What We Say We'll Do (Revolutionary Concept, We Know)

Since 2003, I've led strategy and execution for 100+ websites, managed six-figure PPC budgets, and helped everyone from scrappy nonprofits to venture-backed startups. You work directly with me while my trusted team handles specialized execution.

No bureaucracy. No "let me check with my manager." No meetings about meetings. Just someone who knows what they're doing and a team that delivers.

23

years of
experience
  • Custom WordPress Development
  • SEO That Ranks
  • PPC Campaign Management
  • Email Marketing & Automation
  • Content Strategy
  • White Label Partnership
our work

We've Built Some Pretty Cool Stuff

From social impact organizations to tech startups—here's what happens when strategy and execution actually work together.

Website Design, WordPress Development, UX Strategy Urban Capital Network
SEO, Google Ad Grants, Email Marketing, Social Media Lemonade Day
WordPress Development, SEO Envoc
Design, Laravel, API, PPC, SEO, Email Marketing Bulkly
WordPress Development, AI, Content Barklines
WordPress Development, AI, Google API, Content Linktiva
WordPress Development, Design Umbrella Products
WordPress Development, Website Design Beautiful Feet Studio
WordPress Development, Design Tampa Bay Family Dentist
WordPress Development, Website Design PassControls
What We Do

Everything You Need.
None of the Stuff You Don't.

WordPress & Web Development

Custom WordPress and development. White-label builds for agencies who need a reliable partner. Sites built for SEO, speed, and not breaking when you need them most.

  • Custom WordPress Development
  • White Label Partnership
  • Webflow & Drupal Builds
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SEO, Paid Social & Search

SEO that ranks for searches people actually make. PPC campaigns managed by someone who treats your budget like his own. No vanity metrics. Just ROI.

  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Google & Social Ads
  • Actual Performance Tracking
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Email & Content Marketing

Email campaigns people actually read. Content that converts (not just hits a word count). Social media that doesn't consume your entire day. Marketing that works together.

  • Email Marketing & Automation
  • Content That Ranks
  • Social Media Management
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Let's Talk

Ready to Stop Dealing With
Agency Runaround?

Every project is different. Let's discuss your goals and
create a proposal that actually makes sense for your needs and budget.

Tell Us About
Your Project

    Tell Us About Your Project

    We are 100+ professional software engine 10 years of experience in delivering

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    90+

    Happy Clients
    (And counting)

    130+

    Projects Completed Since 2003

    20+

    Years of Experience

    Real Results

    The Numbers (Because Everyone Wants to See Numbers)

    We don't just build websites and launch campaigns—we create digital marketing that drives real business results. Whether you're a nonprofit stretching every dollar, a startup scaling fast, or an agency that needs a reliable white-label partner, we've been there and done that.

    • Websites that convert visitors into customers
    • SEO strategies that bring qualified traffic (not just traffic)
    • PPC campaigns with positive ROI (not impressive click counts)
    • Email marketing that drives revenue (not just opens)
    Why choose Ciked

    Three Reasons We're Different (Without Using the Word "Synergy")

    Most agencies are either too big (endless meetings, rotating account managers, surprise fees) or too small (can't scale when you need it, inconsistent quality). We're the sweet spot.

    Work directly with someone who's been doing this since 2003. No account managers playing telephone. No explaining your project to five different people.

    Your website, SEO, ads, email, and content work together because one person leads the strategy. Not different departments protecting their turf.

    Complex WordPress build? Multiple projects running simultaneously? My trusted team scales with your needs without the agency markup.

    our team

    The People Who Actually Do the Work

    No stock photos of people pointing at whiteboards.
    Just the team (illustrated because who wants to update headshots every year?).

    How We Work

    Our Process Is Shockingly Simple

    No 47-step methodologies. No proprietary frameworks with trademarked names. Just three straightforward phases.

    Strategy Call

    We talk about your goals, timeline, and budget. I'll tell you honestly if we're the right fit and what it'll realistically take to get you there.

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    Clear Proposal

    No surprises. Clear scope, realistic timeline, transparent pricing. You know exactly what you're getting and what it costs before we start.

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    Execute & Optimize

    We build it, launch it, and continuously improve it. You get regular updates on what's working and what we're doing to make it work better.

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    Client Testimonials

    What Clients Say

    "Finally—one person who actually knows what's happening with my project. No more explaining the same thing to five different people.

    Chris handles everything, and his team executes, quite seamlessly I might add.

    It’s like having a marketing department that actually runs itself — plus someone who genuinely understands how to blend strategy, storytelling, and data to grow mission-driven brands."

    Nicole Cassier
    CSO, Avenue CDC

    "Finally—one person who actually knows what's happening with my project. No more explaining the same thing to five different people.

    Chris handles everything, and his team executes, quite seamlessly I might add.

    It’s like having a marketing department that actually runs itself — plus someone who genuinely understands how to blend strategy, storytelling, and data to grow mission-driven brands."

    Nicole Cassier
    CSO, Avenue CDC

    "Chris is an integral part of our team conversations providing invaluable data and perspectives to enhance our digital presence and drive our growth goals."

    Amanda Pascale
    CEO, Lemonade Day

    "Chris brings a rare combination of technical expertise, creative vision, and clear communication to every engagement. He not only delivers clean, modern, and functional designs—he also ensures each site is optimized for performance, user experience, and long-term scalability."

    Anonymous White-label Partner
    CEO, Confidential Agency Name

    "Chris brings a rare combination of technical expertise, creative vision, and clear communication to every engagement. He not only delivers clean, modern, and functional designs—he also ensures each site is optimized for performance, user experience, and long-term scalability."

    Anonymous White-label Partner
    CEO, Confidential Agency Name

    "When it came to my logo, Chris held his word, exceeded his word, and most important he exceeded my expectations!"

    James Haney
    Executive Director, Houston REIA

    "I'm not the most tech-savvy person, but Chris helped me organize my Twitter followers into lists so I can actually find what I'm looking for. He made social media management way easier."

    Kim Fischer
    Award-winning Journalist

    "I'm not the most tech-savvy person, but Chris helped me organize my Twitter followers into lists so I can actually find what I'm looking for. He made social media management way easier."

    Kim Fischer
    Award-winning Journalist

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    Get In Touch

    Questions? We've Got Answers. (And We Actually Answer Them.)

    Most agencies make you schedule a discovery call just to get basic information. We just answer your questions. Here's what people usually want to know before working with us—answered honestly, no sales pitch required.

    130+

    Projects Completed

    90+

    Happy Clients

    Common Questions. Straight Answers.

    We're a digital marketing and development agency led by me, Chris Makara. You get 20+ years of strategic experience plus a reliable team to execute—without the agency bureaucracy or freelancer inconsistency.

    Absolutely. We offer white-label WordPress development and can supplement your team on specific projects. Your clients never know we exist.

    It depends on what you need. Request a quote and we'll give you clear, transparent pricing. No "it depends" runaround. No surprise fees.

    That works. We do project-based work (new website, SEO audit, PPC setup) and ongoing retainers. Whatever fits your needs.

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    We build WordPress sites, manage SEO and PPC, and handle digital marketing for businesses that are tired of agency BS. Been doing this since 2003. Based in The Texas, serving clients nationwide.

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