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Ann Arbor Advertising Agency for SMBs

Helping Ann Arbor businesses grow with AI-enhanced Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO, and smarter strategies built to drive real ROI.

Rated 5 stars by clients

★★★★★

a city street at night with a theater sign lit up

Ann Arbor Advertising Agency for SMBs

Helping Ann Arbor businesses grow with AI-enhanced Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO, and smarter strategies built to drive real ROI.

Rated 5 stars by clients

★★★★★

AI-Enhanced Strategies.
Ann Arbor Values Focused.

At Clear Performance Ads, we understand the Ann Arbor market because we live and work in Metro Detroit too (remotely). From local service businesses to growing brands, we build digital advertising strategies designed to generate stronger leads, more sales, and long-term growth.

Too many businesses come to us after wasting money on underperforming campaigns, vague reporting, and strategies that never translate into real business results.

We do things differently.

With us, you get transparent communication, data-backed strategy, and clear reporting on what is working, what needs improvement, and where to scale next. No fluff. No smoke and mirrors. Just smarter advertising built around real business goals.

ann arbor ad agency helping local businesses grow with digital marketing
ann arbor ad agency helping local businesses grow with digital marketing

Real Results from Our Clients

We get it... you may have become distrusting of reviews and case studies just being in business for some time. But rest assured, our case studies are truthful and show how better strategies and ongoing optimizations improve performance over time. Whether you are spending $500/month or $500k/month, we offer smarter strategies to approach digital advertising.

These Numbers Are 100% Real

$6M

REVENUE GENERATED

Luxury Bed + Bath + Apparel

(eCommerce)

$500,000+ in ad spend/month

Strategy:

  • Full account restructure

  • Strategic budget reallocation

  • Conversion rate optimization alignment with paid media

Results:

  • Revenue increased from $16M to $22M (+ contribution increases)

  • 38% YoY revenue growth

52%

MORE QUALIFIED LEADS

Recruitment Marketing

(Lead Generation)

$12,000+ in ad spend/month

Strategy:

  • Refined audience targeting

  • Messaging repositioning

  • Funnel segmentation (MOFU + BOFU)

  • Retargeting infrastructure buildout

Results:

  • 52% increase in qualified leads YoY

  • Achieved at similar cost levels

  • Improved overall pipeline consistency

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EVENT REGISTRATIONS

Local Art Gallery

(Lead Generation/eCommerce)

<$1,000 in ad spend/month

Strategy:

  • Refined geographic radius targeting around relevant art-buying demographics

  • Creative alignment between ad messaging & exhibition positioning

  • Frequency management to ensure consistent local exposure

Results:

  • 130+ attendees at art exhibition opening

  • Significant increase in event-driven revenue

  • Expanded local awareness beyond immediate rural footprint

  • Established repeatable event promotion

Our Services

DIY Coaching

Get expert coaching and strategic guidance to improve your digital media performance without full management.

Account Management

Free up your time while we manage day-to-day optimization, reporting, and ongoing performance improvements across your campaigns and marketing efforts.

MONTHLY SERVICES

À LA CARTE

SEO, AI-SEO, & Local Ranking

Not sure which service is right for you? We'll help you find the right fit.

Strategy Development & Refinement

Design

Website & Landing Pages

Audience Targeting

Tracking & Reporting

Paid Ads

Paid Ads

SEO, AI-SEO, Local Ranking

Design

Strategy Development & Refinement

Website & Landing Pages

Audience Targeting

Conversion Rate Optimization

Tracking & Reporting

Conversion Rate Optimization

Frequently Asked Questions

Don't just take our word for it

Hear from businesses and professionals who have worked with Clear Performance Ads and seen the impact of smarter strategy, stronger execution, and clear communication.

As the owner of a new business, Lance has helped us gain traction and increase awareness of our brand. Lance is also a tremendously helpful and insightful person. It has been a pleasure working with him.

★★★★★
Pamela L.

"Lance is a true professional. He helped identify new areas for improvement and came up with detailed plans on how to execute effective strategies for those areas. Overall, he is one of the most honest and determined marketing professionals that I've had the chance to work with in my career. 10/10 would recommend."

★★★★★
Keegan H.

Cold Air Inductions

Loewen Gallery

Ready to Grow Your Ann Arbor Business?

Let’s build a smarter advertising strategy with better targeting, clear reporting, and a focus on real ROI.