1o8

1o8 is a Chicago-based digital marketing agency founded in 2018 that offers holistic digital media solutions with a specialization in Amazon marketing. The agency describes itself as an assemblage of visual artists, data wizards, wordsmiths, and chess enthusiasts, focusing on marketing intelligence rather than out-of-the-box formulas. Its headquarters are located at 600 W Jackson Blvd #100, Chicago, Illinois.

The agency operates with a team of under 49 employees and maintains a minimum project budget between $1,000 and $10,000, with an average hourly rate of $175. 1o8 was founded by Aalap Shah, a Chicago-born entrepreneur and public speaker, who leads a diverse team of designers, web developers, and digital marketing experts.

1o8's service offerings include affiliate marketing, e-commerce, branding, SEO, and digital marketing. The agency's areas of expertise cover Amazon, B2B, B2C, content creation, DTC marketing, digital advertising, marketing strategy, and SEM. Portfolio examples include branding work for QUICKZIP and Undone Beauty, affiliate marketing for TY and Illinois Cares for Kids, and Amazon marketing for SOCOZY.

The agency serves a range of industries including retail, consumer electronics, food and beverages, food production, and marketing and advertising. Notable clients include OHI Foods, Tio Gazpacho, Glandex, and Enclave Audio. 1o8 has experience with both B2B and B2C markets, as well as direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands.

Client reviews on DesignRush are uniformly positive, with all eight reviews rating 5.0. Clients highlight the agency's responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to deliver results on tight timelines. One client noted that 1o8 "went above and beyond" during a major Shopify transition, while another praised the team for helping reach a saturated market in new ways through efficient media buys.

The agency's portfolio demonstrates work across branding, affiliate marketing, and Amazon campaigns. Representative projects include a complete e-commerce direct-to-consumer launch, digital advertising campaigns for food brands, and website redesigns combined with SEO improvements. 1o8 positions itself as a growth hacking partner that combines well-crafted messaging with data-backed strategy to drive brand awareness and increased e-commerce activity.