What our Clients are saying…
Just a few of our recent Testimonials & Reviews for MAC5 Web Design sent in by our valued clients and friends. We feel very privileged to receive so many and are happy to share these. Thank you sincerely, to you all – you guys are what make our work so much fun!
” A year ago, as a project manager for a small non-profit where none of us knew anything about our website, I faced the daunting job of transitioning a large and complex drupal based website to something that still held all our data, but could be managed by “technophobes” like me. Mark quickly assessed our situation, recommended a path forward, and guided us through the fog with enthusiasm, patience, and cheerful professional confidence. During the transition, he let us set the pace but made sure we met any important deadlines, and we felt like he had our back the whole way. The new site is now live, functional and secure. As a group with a limited budget, Mark continues to coach us to manage the new site ourselves as much as possible, but we also have the comfort and trust of knowing we can bring in the pro quickly if needed. Thanks MAC5! “
– J.Thompson, Duncan
“As a landscaper, I know full well the importance of having the right tool for the right job. As the owner of a growing business, its even more critical that I have the right professionals around me doing the right jobs which is why I hired Mark and his team at MAC5. For years I dabbled in SEO algorithm adwords blah blah advertising stuff and it bored me to tears and surprise surprise no one found me online. Since I’ve handed this over to Mark my phone won’t stop ringing and my emails ding ding ding all day long. It’s gotten so “bad” I’ve even had to call Mark and plead “make it stop.” Good problem to have and I blame Mark and his amazing team. Thanks guys!”
– John Close, Lush Eco Lawns
” I’ve had the pleasure of working with MAC5 on a new website. He made a potentially daunting process so much more manageable. He gave me a place to start, tips on how to do things the “right” way, and I learned a tonne in the process. All that and a bag of chips, well new Website! I was so pleased, I’m now working with MAC5 & Mark to build a website for my new business too. ”
– Kris, Duncan BC
” Mark and his team at MAC5 Web Design & Marketing crafted a beautifully designed website for me on WordPress. Mark was very professional, supportive and informative throughout the entire process and made sure that I fully understood the complexities of developing and marketing my website. Trust is always an important consideration when employing someone to work on a new project and Mark’s open communication and transparency comforted me when I was feeling ‘technically challenged’. I would highly recommend MAC5 Web Design & Marketing for anyone wanting a gorgeous, functional website. ”
– Selina, Duncan BC
“Mark is the first technologically web savvy and social media gifted person I have ever met who makes me feel confident, comfortable, and motivated to do things with my business that involve a degree or computer literacy that I have not to date ever bothered with. He is supremely patient, organized, and resourceful, and can both produce what I need AND explain it to me in language I understand. Thank you so much, Mark. To anyone who needs help with the kinds of things MAC5 Web Design & Marketing can do, don’t hesitate. Get on with it; HE IS YOUR MAN.”
– Lise Duncan, Owner Equipoise Bodyworks
“Mark and his team at MAC5 did a fabulous job building our website. He was able to give us the advice we needed but kept our vision and listened to what we wanted to achieve. Thanks again MAC5!”
– Amy Caine, Modern Tradition Tattoo
” Mark is very knowledgeable and his professional approach along with his easy going ways made him a joy to work with, we were very impressed with our new web site and highly recommend him. ”
– Jim Cotton, Phoenix Power Vac
“Mark at MAC5 has worked to ensure that my website AND my web domain are healthy and secure. I know that Mark’s knowledge will ensure that my domain and company website will continue to be protected against worldwide attacks and cyber ****. If you’re running a business & need website or marketing help, I highly recommend them! So happy to have made this excellent connection!”
– JB, Cowichan Bay
“Mark has done a very thorough job for my company. He expertly filled a void in my marketing and has helped me grasp the importance of a web presence to my business. I’m grateful to have the MAC5 team on my side!”
– Kim Gye, Harbourview Tree Experts
“Thanks MAC5 for helping us work out some kinks on our site and for revitalizing our social media efforts. Highly recommend MAC5. Professional, responsive, knowledgeable!”
– SQ, Duncan
” I was so pleased to discover MAC5 and had the opportunity to work with Mark Collins. He was excellent! He re-organized my website and was able to up-date my site to current standards. He was professional, informed and supportive as I was operating outside my area of expertise. I would highly recommend his services. ”
– JE, Cobble Hill
“I have had the pleasure of working with Mark from MAC5 on many occasions. He is knowledge, professional and does a great job. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a web design & online marketing services.”
– LM, Duncan BC
“We have had a wonderful, speedy, and extremely positive experience with MAC5 Web Design & Marketing. Communication is clear and open and I have learned a lot about my own website and how, with a few tweaks here and there, I can dramatically improve the overall effectiveness of my branding and marketing. While my website “facelift” was far from simple, MAC5 made the process very easy and smooth. I’m looking forward to a continued working partnership with this awesome group. Great way to start 2015! Thanks for all you do! “
– Deb Balino, Owner babyStylista
“I have found Mark’s perspective on the value of social marketing and web-based marketing to be refreshingly business oriented. With a clear sense of design the focus is consistently on ROI and tools that work.”
– Clemens Rettich, Great Performances
“What’s more important for a business than being found online and in good standing? Not much. In a few short months, Mark and his team of professionals have vaulted us into the stratosphere of connections. His campaign for our Holiday Lighting helped us achieve solid connections resulting in record sales. Having MAC5 in our corner feels good and lets me focus on doing what I do best – running my business. Thanks guys!”
– John Close, Owner Lush Eco Lawns
“I have worked with Mark from MAC5 Web Design & Marketing for several months, and in that time I have found Mark to be a very knowledgeable, personable, and professional. Mark has great qualities and what I like best, is that he is readily available with great ideas and he is a very patient person when it comes to working with someone who does not possess a strong skills set with respect to technology.
I hired Mark to do some social networking and marketing for us and we saw results right away. I like the way Mark appeals to people with humour, and it gets results. In fact, I had a couple tell me they came to do a wine tasting as a direct result of a simple and funny face book posting !
Mark is also a great listener. He has good ideas that have been thought out to fit a particular business needs. Mark is also very encouraging and understands time lines and limitations and he is willing to work with you on this. He is always available to communicate with you either in person, by phone or electronically.
As a client of Mark, I always felt like he cared about developing a positive relationship with me and our business. I would definitely recommend him for a positive and professional service experience.”
– Lyn Bull, Silverside Farm
“Mark has a great understanding of web design and social media and can help anyone elevate their presence on the web. His skill is in listening closely to client needs and putting forth a plan of action that yields results.”
– Rosa Bennett, Owner Rosa Bennett Graphic Design
“Congratulations Mark on a phenomenal presentation.!!! It also warmed my heart when you mentioned your wife on a few occasions.. It was lovely indeed…. YOU ROCK!!”
– Jennifer Thompson, Author
“Mark has a considerable reserve of knowledge and experience, and has been extremely skilful in applying it when and where it’s needed to help me accomplish my on-line business goals. My work with mark is ongoing, because a large part of it consists of helping his clients to understand the often puzzling and complex world of SEO and on-line marketing – and this doesn’t happen overnight. When I have doubted him, events have always subsequently proven him to be correct. I have a great amount of trust in his insights and would recommend him to anyone seeking the service he offers! “
– Greg Zachernuk, Owner of SandTrays Etc.
” I can’t even begin to tell you Mark how grateful I am to have you as part of my team! Yes, I’ve learned so much about Facebook and my own website, and yet even more important – I can ask you any question I want and you find a way to explain the answer, or the how to do it, in a way that it makes sense! I can’t get the smile off my face!”
– Linda Brown, Owner at KnottyLinda
“I have found working with Mark at MAC5 an excellent collaborative effort. He goes above and beyond to make things work for you. He explains not only the exact area tips, but goes on to explain how this can benefit your business, how to manage it, and is full of small business set up and launch tips. Mark engages with the person where they are at, provides no nonsense advice, and is very personable while doing so. MAC5 works with your schedule, and are very flexible about setting up meeting times and venues. I enjoy working with Mark and find value in his service not only because he is good at the technical end, but he sees you as a person and serves you as such.”
– A Johnson, Professional Coach
“MAC5 Web Design is awesome. We listened closely to their advise and our sales increased so fast it was scary. If you are looking for help in Online Marketing or Social Media, this is the guy to contact.”
– Susan Roth, Our Local Markets
“I am so appreciative of the quick and efficient help I received from Mark at MAC5 Web Design & Marketing. I was in need of some updating on my website, and Mark was able to help me right away and was very easy to talk to. Mark was very good at explaining things to me so that I understood what he was talking about, and I will be recommending MAC5 Web Design & Marketing to anyone in need of their services!”
– Stacey Glover, Kitchen Swap
“Mark is a very personable guy with a very in-depth knowledge of all things web.”
– Brian Danyliw, Realtor
“I wanted to thank you as well for the time spent with me…You were a wealth of information. I found you very personable, easy to talk to and generous of spirit. I will keep you in mind for anyone I come across needing this type of service.”
– A Johnson, Retirement Coach
“Our FB Business Page has been finicky for the past week (we lost our NewsFeed, Activity Log, couldn’t see Wall Posts [ours & others]), and thanks to a few posts on your page the problem has been resolved (and about 11 emails to FB about the problem). Thanks again!!”
– Coast Glass Ltd, Parksville
“Thank you for providing such excellent advise Mark. We will follow through with all of it. We are working hard to build an e-commerce business that works well and needed help in understanding marketing in today’s world. There are so many different things to consider.”
– S Roth, Our Local Markets
” I have recently had the privilege to use the services of Mark from MAC5 Web Design. I cannot say enough about the quality, substance and knowledge that Mark has regarding website design and social media know-how. On top of that, he is also very personable. He has set me up with my own website, Facebook and Twitter accounts and the results have been quite amazing. The number of people that I am now able to reach to extend my client base is enormous and this has proved to be “in the proof of the pudding” because in such a short time the numbers are very encouraging. I would highly recommend Mark and MAC5 Web Design for all your Website Design & Social Media plans that will create future increase in revenue for your business.”
– John Jukes, Realtor
“Thanks again for your support. I appreciate your time and assistance :)”
– JH, Nanaimo, BC