Stigan Media

What Stigan Media does

Stigan Media Inc. is a Vancouver, British Columbia-based web design and digital marketing agency founded in 2009 (originally as Fluid Marketing, rebranded in 2012). The firm operates with 1-10 employees as a privately held, founder-owned entity with no external institutional investment. It specializes in custom web design and development across three primary CMS platforms (WordPress, WebFlow, and Shopify), with supplementary service lines in SEO, search engine marketing (Google Ads and Bing Ads), social media marketing, copywriting, graphic design, landing page creation via Unbounce, and conversion rate optimization.

The business model is project-based professional services with quote-based, non-publicly-disclosed pricing, sold directly to clients through the company website using 'Start a Project' and 'Book A Consultation' CTAs, plus complimentary website audits and marketing proposals as lead generation. The agency maintains a no-binding-contract, full-transparency approach and is currently offering a 10% discount for 3 months on new projects. Target customers are predominantly small and medium-sized businesses in the Vancouver and Greater Vancouver area, with a stated North America-wide service reach. Vertical concentration is in healthcare practices, law firms, hair and beauty salons, hospitality, trades and contractors, insurance agents, and SaaS companies. The technical stack is built on standard industry tools (Google Analytics 4, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, Surfer SEO, Hotjar, Unbounce) and the firm holds Google Partner, Bing Ads Accredited, and SEMrush Certified Agency Partner credentials.

Name

Stigan Media

Legal name

Stigan Media Inc.

Website

https://stiganmedia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Stigan Media is a Vancouver-based web design and digital marketing agency founded in 2009 that builds WordPress, WebFlow, and Shopify websites and delivers SEO, SEM, and social media services to small and medium-sized businesses across the Vancouver area and North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Marketing and Web Design Services

NAICS

Advertising Agencies (541810), Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services (5418), Graphic Design Services (541430), Media Buying Agencies (54183)

SIC

Services-Advertising Agencies (7311), Services-Advertising (7310)

akta.pro primary industry

Search Engine Marketing (SEM) / Paid Search (PPC) (BPAFACAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Search Engine Marketing (SEM) / Paid Search (PPC) Management (MPAAACAB)

Keywords

• Web design services
• Search engine optimization
• Digital marketing agency
• Search engine marketing
• Social media marketing

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Web Design Services: Custom branded website design and development services for businesses. Includes responsive/mobile website development, custom landing pages using Unbounce, and graphic design services.
2. SEO Services: Search engine optimization services including keyword research, on-page audits, heading structure optimization, speed tests, and ongoing SEO management. Demonstrated case studies show traffic increases of 37%-236% for clients.
3. Search Engine Marketing (SEM): Paid advertising services including Google Ads, Bing Ads management. Strategic keyword targeting including location-based terms.
4. Social Media Marketing: Social media marketing services helping businesses reach audiences through platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Pinterest.
5. Copywriting Services: Content creation services for engaging customers with clear, concise content optimized for conversions.
6. Marketing & Digital Strategy: Customized marketing and digital strategy development tailored to solve specific business problems and achieve growth objectives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Stigan Media is a Vancouver-based web design and digital marketing agency that designs and develops custom branded websites (WordPress, WebFlow, Shopify) and provides digital marketing services including search engine optimization, search engine marketing (Google Ads, Bing Ads), social media marketing, copywriting, graphic design, and marketing/digital strategy. The agency serves small and medium-sized local businesses primarily in the Greater Vancouver area with no binding contracts and a free audit-based sales approach.

Product overview

Stigan Media is a Vancouver-based web design and digital marketing agency offering a comprehensive suite of services organized around a core web design and development capability. Their primary offerings include Web Design & Development (encompassing custom branded websites, mobile-responsive designs, and Unbounce-powered landing pages), Search Engine Optimization (local and traditional SEO with keyword research and on-page optimization), Search Engine Marketing & Paid Ads (Google Ads and Bing Ads management), Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Graphic Design, and Marketing & Digital Strategies. The company specializes in three main CMS platforms: WordPress, WebFlow, and Shopify. Their services are supplemented by Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) consulting and a free website audit tool for lead generation. The portfolio demonstrates industry-specific SEO expertise across sectors including dental, legal, insurance, hospitality, real estate, and home services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Web Design & Development
• Mobile Websites Responsive website design service focused on mobile device viewing and usability, with lead generation built into the design.
• Custom Landing Pages Landing page design and creation using the Unbounce platform, focused on conversion optimization for client marketing campaigns.
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Search engine optimization service including keyword research, on-page audits, heading structure optimization, speed tests, and local SEO targeting to increase online search rankings.
• Search Engine Marketing & Paid Ads (SEM) Paid search advertising management across Google Ads and Bing Ads, with strategic keyword targeting including location-based terms to place clients at the top of search results.
• Social Media Marketing Social media strategy and management service helping businesses reach audiences through platforms including Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Pinterest.
• Copywriting Content creation service producing clear, concise website copy designed to engage customers and keep visitors on site.
• Graphic Design Visual design service for websites and marketing materials, oriented around lead generation.
• Marketing & Digital Strategies Customized marketing and digital strategy consulting tailored to solve specific business problems and achieve growth objectives.
• Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) Website optimization service focused on improving conversion rates through A/B testing, CTA improvements, and user experience enhancements.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,028% traffic increase for client SEO performance comparing same time last year
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GooglecoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial Google Partner agency with certified badge. Access to Google Ads platform, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Google Business Profile optimization tools. Maintains active partnership for serving clients with Google advertising and local search optimization.
• SemrushcoreTechnology or IntegrationSemrush certified agency partner with access to advanced SEO tools and keyword research capabilities. Uses Semrush for competitor analysis, keyword research, and SEO campaign optimization for clients across all verticals.
• Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads)coreTechnology or IntegrationBing Ads accredited partner providing advertising services across Microsoft search network including Bing and Yahoo. Offers expanded reach beyond Google for client PPC campaigns.
• WordPresscoreTechnology or IntegrationSpecializes in WordPress website design and development for clients. Extensive WordPress expertise for building custom branded websites with innovative designs.
• WebFlowcoreTechnology or IntegrationOffers WebFlow website design services as an alternative platform for clients seeking custom web design beyond WordPress.
• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationSpecializes in Shopify e-commerce website development for clients needing online store capabilities and e-commerce functionality.
• CyberUnitminorOthersCybersecurity firm that brought phishing email scam to Stigan Media's attention. Collaboration on cybersecurity awareness for clients.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• OuterBox: Digital agency focused on web design, SEO, and e-commerce (with particular Shopify expertise) — overlapping service stack and platform specializations (Shopify, WordPress) with Stigan Media.
• Directive: B2B-focused digital marketing agency covering SEO, PPC, and content strategy with proprietary services — comparable SEO/SEM stack, though serving larger mid-market and enterprise clients.
• Coalition Technologies: Award-winning SEO and web design agency offering SEO, PPC, web design, and CRO to mid-market and enterprise clients — closely aligned service lines and similarly award-driven positioning.
• KlientBoost: Digital marketing agency focused on PPC, CRO, and SEO with a strong performance-marketing orientation — overlapping paid search, conversion optimization, and landing page capabilities central to Stigan's offering.
• WebFX: Full-service digital marketing agency offering SEO, SEM, web design, social media, and CRO — directly comparable to Stigan Media's service stack, though typically serving mid-market rather than primarily SMB clients.
• Disruptive Advertising: Digital marketing agency specialized in paid search, SEO, and CRO with a strong performance-marketing methodology — closely overlapping SEM and CRO capabilities central to Stigan's offering.
• Ignite Visibility: Performance-focused digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, paid media, social, and website design — comparable service mix with stronger enterprise footprint but directly overlapping SEO/SEM capabilities.
• Thrive Internet Marketing Agency: Full-service digital agency delivering web design, SEO, PPC, and social media marketing to SMB clients — highly comparable offering portfolio and customer segment to Stigan Media.

Regional players

• Major Tom: Vancouver- and Toronto-headquartered full-service digital agency offering strategy, web design, SEO, and paid media — comparable Canadian agency profile with somewhat larger mid-market client base.
• Jelly Marketing: Vancouver-based digital agency offering web design, SEO, and digital marketing to local and regional clients — directly comparable geography and SMB focus in the same Vancouver/BC market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/StiganMedia
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCFRz5CPaFD-N-fOM3CWIKLw
• Facebookfacebook.com/StiganMedia
• LinkedInca.linkedin.com/company/stigan-media
• Instagraminstagram.com/stiganmedia
• Pinterestpinterest.ca/StiganMedia

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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