
Frequently asked questions.
About Oak Street Marketing
Oak Street Marketing is your outsourced Marketing Director, helping established businesses replace fragmented marketing with a cohesive, data-driven system. We bring leadership-level strategy and execution together under one roof, combining social media, SEO, email marketing, paid advertising, and vendor management into one streamlined system.
If your business isn’t quite ready for a full fractional CMO partnership, individual services are available so you can start with the areas that will create the most immediate impact while still building toward a unified marketing system.
Who do you work with?
We partner with visionary CEOs, founders, and executive directors who are leading established businesses, funded startups, or nonprofits with meaningful community impact. Most of our clients are ready to move beyond freelancers and fragmented strategies in favor of clarity, consistency, and a unified marketing system that drives measurable results.
If your business is still building toward that next level of growth, you can begin with individual services designed to strengthen your foundation while preparing for a full outsourced Marketing Director partnership.
What makes Oak Street Marketing different from agencies or freelancers?
We are not an agency full of junior staff, and we are not a freelancer checking off tasks. We operate as your fractional CMO, leading your full marketing ecosystem with strategic oversight, measurable goals, and done-for-you execution. This approach gives you one trusted partner, one cohesive system, and one clear path to growth.
Where are you based?
We are based in Nebraska and serve clients nationwide through virtual partnerships. Whether you are managing multiple locations or scaling your next phase of growth, we build marketing systems that grow with you.
Services and Strategy
What does “outsourced Marketing Director” mean?
It means you get the leadership, clarity, and strategic direction of a full-time CMO without the six-figure salary or overhead. We design, execute, and optimize your marketing across every channel so your message stays consistent and your results measurable.
What services are included in your marketing system?
We deliver a complete system that includes:
Social Media Strategy and Management (content creation, engagement, and analytics)
Email Marketing (campaigns, automations, and conversions)
SEO and Website Optimization (visibility and lead generation)
Paid Advertising (social and Google Ads)
Everything flows through one cohesive strategy led by a single point of contact.
Do you offer one-time projects or only retainers?
Most clients choose a monthly partnership through the Premium or Elite package for consistency and measurable growth. However, we also take on one-time strategy intensives, website projects, or SEO updates for established businesses that want to start with focused improvements before committing to a full partnership.
Systems, ROI, and Results
How will I know if it’s working?
Every engagement includes clear reporting and performance dashboards. You will see exactly how your marketing efforts tie back to visibility, engagement, and revenue. During strategy calls, we review what is working, refine messaging, and adjust based on data-driven insights.
How long does it take to see results?
Marketing systems compound over time. Most clients see noticeable improvements in visibility and engagement within 60 to 90 days, with measurable ROI within three to six months depending on goals, spend, and starting point.
Do you manage paid ads?
Yes. We offer paid advertising management as part of the Elite Partnership. This includes setup, targeting, testing, and optimization to ensure your investment produces tangible ROI rather than vanity metrics.
Do you manage vendors or internal teams?
Yes. Many clients come to us already working with designers, writers, agencies, or in-house marketing teams. We step in as the Marketing Director who ensures everyone is aligned, on brand, and working toward unified goals. In some cases, we replace internal teams entirely, providing full strategy and execution under one cohesive system. This eliminates duplication, miscommunication, and inefficiency while giving you one clear point of leadership.
Results That Speak
What transformations can I expect?
Before working with Oak Street Marketing, most clients feel stuck in fragmented efforts and frustrated by wasted spend. After partnering with us, they gain a cohesive system, clear reporting, and confident leadership. You will go from “We are not sure what is working” to “We can see exactly what is driving growth.”
What metrics do you track?
We track engagement rates, conversions, website traffic, lead quality, and ROI. Every report is customized to your goals, whether that means brand awareness, lead generation, or direct sales growth.
Why This Works
Why choose a fractional marketing director instead of hiring in-house?
Hiring a full-time CMO can cost more than $150,000 annually. With Oak Street Marketing, you receive that same strategic leadership and hands-on execution for a fraction of the cost. It is the perfect balance between having a dedicated in-house expert and maintaining lean operational costs.
What if I have worked with agencies before and it did not work?
That is exactly why Oak Street Marketing exists. Most agencies focus on output instead of outcome. We prioritize results that align with your goals, backed by clear strategy, consistent messaging, and data that proves impact.