From micro-influencers to celebrity talent, these U.S.-based agencies connect brands to the voices their audiences already trust—delivering reach, resonance, and results.
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1. Avenue Z
Avenue Z builds full-funnel influencer programs that blend performance media, conversion-driven content, and brand storytelling. From seeding products to scaling paid UGC, their team uses AI-powered targeting and deep creator vetting to match brands with the right voices.
They don’t just “boost” influencer posts—they architect integrated campaigns across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram that support growth goals.
| Location: | New York, Miami, Boston, Orlando |
| Employees: | 100+ |
| Industries: | DTC & Luxury, Tech, Lifestyle, Health |
| Specialties: | Performance Media, Influencer Paid Campaigns, Creative Testing, Social Commerce, Retargeting Funnels |
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2. The Shelf
The Shelf is a data-driven influencer agency focused on creative storytelling and full-service campaign execution. They handle everything from influencer sourcing to contract negotiation, paid amplification, and reporting.
They stand out with their strategic briefs and trend-aligned campaign concepts, backed by predictive performance modeling.
| Location: | Brooklyn, NY |
| Employees: | 50+ |
| Industries: | Fashion, Beauty, Home, Parenting |
| Specialties: | Long-Form Content, Cross-Platform Strategy, Influencer Casting, Campaign Management |
3. inBeat
inBeat is a performance-first agency that connects brands with a vetted network of 25,000+ micro-influencers. Known for their fast UGC production and testing frameworks, inBeat is trusted by brands like New Balance, Nissan, and Prose.
They’re especially strong in TikTok and Reels, creating content that’s not just trendy—but built to convert.
| Location: | New York, NY |
| Employees: | 50–100 |
| Industries: | Beauty, Retail, Tech, Consumer Goods |
| Specialties: | Micro-Influencers, UGC Ads, Influencer Analytics, Creative Testing, TikTok Strategy |
4. Open Influence
Open Influence combines creativity with AI to map influencer networks and measure true influence—not just follower count. With global reach and local execution, they create content that feels native while hitting clear KPIs.
Their proprietary platform tracks performance in real time, giving brands clarity and control at scale.
| Location: | Los Angeles, CA |
| Employees: | 100+ |
| Industries: | Luxury, CPG, Automotive, Entertainment |
| Specialties: | Paid Influencer Media, Multicultural Strategy, Campaign Intelligence, YouTube Strategy |
5. Ubiquitous
Ubiquitous helps brands dominate TikTok and short-form platforms through creator partnerships that scale. They have a strong rep for UGC production, trend-spotting, and media boosting.
Perfect for brands who want to ride viral waves without burning their budget.
| Location: | Nashville, TN |
| Employees: | 50–100 |
| Industries: | Food & Bev, Tech, Retail |
| Specialties: | TikTok Ads, UGC Creative, Influencer Seeding, Performance Influencer Campaigns |
6. HireInfluence
HireInfluence is known for premium influencer marketing campaigns for Fortune 1000 brands. They specialize in white-glove service and experiential campaigns that blend digital storytelling with real-world brand activations. They are trusted by names like Microsoft, Oreo, and Southwest Airlines.
| Location: | Houston, TX |
| Employees: | 50–100 |
| Industries: | CPG, Travel, Tech, Education |
| Specialties: | Experiential Influencer Campaigns, Long-Form Content, Brand Activations, Global Strategy |
7. Carusele
Carusele is a performance-driven influencer agency that blends content creation with media amplification. Their proprietary “Content Performance Index” predicts and promotes top-performing influencer assets to maximize reach and sales.
They operate on a pay-for-performance model, ideal for brands looking to link influencer spend directly to business outcomes.
| Location: | Raleigh, NC |
| Employees: | 50-100 |
| Industries: | Retail, Food & Beverage, Auto, Health, Home |
| Specialties: | Paid Influencer Distribution, Predictive Performance Modeling, Brand Lift Tracking, Omni-channel Campaigns |
Your Next Influencer Campaign Starts Here
Influencer marketing is no longer just about reach—it’s about the right reach. These top agencies specialize in measurable, platform-native influence that converts.
Avenue Z helps brands turn influence into outcomes—through data-backed strategies, performance content, and AI-powered optimization.
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