Bastion Agency

Bastion Agency is a full-service marketing and communications firm headquartered in Newport Beach, California. Founded in 2008, the agency is part of Bastion Collective, the largest independent group of marketing and communication services agencies in the United States and Australia. The agency positions itself as a data-driven partner that helps brands take their marketing to the next level.

The agency operates with a team of under 49 employees and maintains a minimum project budget of $10,000 to $25,000 with an average hourly rate of $220. Bastion Agency offers a comprehensive range of services including public relations, social media marketing, digital advertising, search engine marketing (SEM), search engine optimization (SEO), and mobile and web development. Its areas of expertise include digital advertising and social media specialties such as influencer marketing, Reddit, and Snapchat.

Bastion Agency serves a diverse set of industries including consumer goods, corporate services, eCommerce, media & communications, and retail. The agency primarily works with small and medium-sized businesses. Notable clients include Avalara, Unispace, Ontario Auto Center, International Fruit Genetics, Iron Rebel, Hammer & Nails Mens Grooming, Teletrac Navman, Hypeach, Cyrex, and DemandStar.

Google reviews give the agency a 5.0 rating. Clients describe the team as experts in their field, professional, creative, and responsive. Reviewers note that the agency takes time to understand client needs, executes programs successfully, and provides organized reporting. One client highlighted a successful influencer campaign managed by the Director of Social Media.

The agency has been featured in press outlets such as Advertising Week, AZ Big Media, and AdWeek 360, with articles on concept testing, PR trends, and alternative go-to-market strategies. Bastion Agency has also received an industry award, though details are not specified. The team includes experienced leaders: CEO Shana Starr, Director of Social Media Jordan Dahlquist, General Manager James Wharton, and Director of Public Relations Andrew King.