Plush Marketing Agency
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Who We Are

Plush Marketing Agency

Some agencies deliver content. PLUSH builds brand presence. There is a difference, and our clients feel it. Since 2010, that difference has shown up in our work, our client relationships, and the results that speak for themselves. Our clients have been seen on network TV, recognized by the Michelin Guide, and featured in Forbes. We do not just market brands. We elevate them.
We are a full-service digital agency where strategy meets craft and every campaign is built to perform. We work with restaurants, retailers, healthcare brands, and growing organizations that are ready to show up at a higher level. Every strategy is intentional. Every campaign is tailored to your brand. If you are ready to elevate, we are ready to build.
If your customer buys once, you made a sale.
If they come back, you built trust.
If they tell others, you built a brand.
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The Faces of Plush

We built PLUSH around one belief: the best work comes from people who are fully invested in your success. Leadership here is not a title. At every level of our agency, leadership is present, intentional, and personally committed to the brands we work with. Our clients do not just get results. They get a premium experience, a dedicated team, and a partner who treats their brand with the care it deserves. Meet the team that makes it happen.

Nicholas Marks

Chief Creative

Marielle Tanner

Senior Project Manager

Lika Margvelashvili

Social Media Manager

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Lindsay Gray

Producer | Editor

Madison Yingling

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

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Carlos Osorio

Web Content Coordinator

Gabrielle marrapodi

influencer coordinator

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JAYTEE Taquiso

Designer | Editor

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Luana Nikiforow

Designer | Editor

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Reed Rowe

Photographer

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BROOKE MULKINS

CONTENT CREATOR | STYLIST

Elizabeth Wight
Elizabeth Wight

Photographer

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ANA CAMEÑA

Designer | Editor

Mary Kate Benetiz

Videographer | Photographer

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Fernanda Siqueira

Video Editor

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Carla Clemente

Content Creator

Andy DiPanfilo

Graphic Designer

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One Agency. Infinite Reach.

Great marketing lives everywhere your audience does. Today’s customer moves across platforms, devices, and channels before they ever make a decision. We deliver a complete suite of digital marketing services designed to meet your audience everywhere they are, with a consistent message, a cohesive brand, and content built to perform at every touchpoint.
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Tailored by Design

Strategy is only as strong as its foundation. We take the time to understand your brand, your audience, and your ambitions before a single campaign is built. That understanding shapes everything, from the first creative decision to the final deliverable, all driving real growth for your brand.
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Your Dedicated Creative Team

We become an extension of your business from day one. Built on trust, driven by ideas that are as forward thinking as they are proven, our team is accessible, responsive, and genuinely invested in your brand at every stage of the relationship.
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Reputation Built on Results

A five star reputation built over 15 years. From emerging brands to established organizations, our clients stay because the depth of our services and the quality of our results make PLUSH impossible to walk away from. Every service delivers value. Every campaign drives results. That is why our clients stay and grow with us year after year.
Mission
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MARYLAND ROOTS, NATIONWIDE RESULTS

Your Local Maryland Marketing Agency

Based in the heart of the DMV in Fulton, MD, Plush Marketing Agency operates at the intersection of local expertise and national scalability. While we are a fixture in the Maryland business community, our reach extends across the United States, providing high-performance digital marketing services to brands regardless of their zip code.

We understand that a small business marketing agency needs to be agile. Whether you are a local Maryland staple looking to dominate the Baltimore-Washington corridor or a national brand seeking a full-service digital strategy, our team delivers. We specialize in bridging the gap between high-end video production and technical SEO, ensuring your brand isn’t just seen—it converts.

Whether executing a data-driven social media marketing strategy, producing high-end video content, or serving as a specialized restaurant marketing agency for hospitality groups, our focus remains on measurable ROI.

From technical SEO and website development to viral influencer marketing campaigns, we provide a comprehensive suite of digital solutions tailored to help both local Maryland businesses and national brands dominate their respective markets.

PROUD MEMBERS OF

BNI Capital Business Alliance (Bethesda), Howard County Chamber of Commerce and the Restaurant Association of Maryland

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Plush Marketing Agency?
Plush Marketing Agency is a full-service boutique digital marketing agency founded in 2010 and headquartered in Fulton, Maryland. The agency specializes in high-end content creation, social media management, video production, photography, web design, and paid advertising. Plush serves restaurants, retailers, healthcare brands, real estate professionals, and growing businesses across Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, and beyond. Clients of Plush Marketing Agency have been featured in Forbes, the Michelin Guide, DC’s Top 40 Under 40, and on network television.

Plush Marketing Agency was founded by Nicholas Marks, who serves as Chief Creative. The agency was established in 2010 and has grown into a full-service team of strategists, photographers, videographers, designers, social media managers, and editors based in the DMV area.

Plush Marketing Agency does not use stock photography or generic templates. Every campaign is built around original, brand-specific creative assets produced in-house by the agency’s own photography and video team. The agency takes a strategy-first approach, investing time to understand each client’s brand, audience, and goals before any creative work begins. Clients receive a dedicated team rather than a rotating account manager, and leadership is directly involved in every client relationship.

Plush Marketing Agency works with restaurants and hospitality groups, healthcare and wellness practices, real estate professionals, retail brands, small businesses, and individuals building a personal brand. The agency has particular depth in restaurant marketing across fine dining, fast casual, catering, and bar and nightlife concepts. For professionals in healthcare, real estate, and consulting, Plush offers dedicated personal branding services that build authority, establish credibility, and grow a recognizable digital presence. Clients range from independent local businesses to multi-location brands, regional groups, and individual professionals across Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, and beyond.

Plush Marketing Agency is headquartered at 8115 Maple Lawn Blvd, Suite 350, Fulton, MD 20759, in the heart of the DMV. The agency serves clients throughout Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia, and works with brands across the United States. Local Maryland clients benefit from the agency’s deep knowledge of the Baltimore-Washington corridor, while national clients receive the same full-service digital strategy and creative production capabilities.

Plush Marketing Agency has been in business since 2010, giving the agency over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, content creation, and brand building. During that time the agency has built a five-star reputation with clients across multiple industries, with many clients maintaining long-term partnerships year after year.

Plush Marketing Agency is a member of the Howard County Chamber of Commerce, the BNI Capital Business Alliance in Bethesda, and the Restaurant Association of Maryland. The agency is listed in the Maryland Restaurant Association Buyer’s Guide and the Howard County Chamber of Commerce business directory.

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Latest Blog Posts

At PLUSH, we’re always exploring new strategies, industry news, and innovative ideas to help your business thrive. From actionable marketing advice to creative inspiration, our blog is your go-to resource for staying ahead of the curve. Check out our latest posts and discover how we can help elevate your brand and drive success.

Capturing Expert Care: How Premium Content Powers the Growth Strategy for Tocar Spa

Discover how Plush Marketing Agency paired premium brand photography with a performance-driven marketing strategy to build trust, capture high-intent leads, and lay the groundwork for Tocar Spa in Columbia, MD to rapidly scale.

Searchable on Google

Social media posts are no longer temporary; they are permanent search real estate. Discover how modern Google shifts allow your captions to rank and drive leads.

Capturing Empowered Voices: Plush Marketing Agency’s Event Videography at the Women’s Leadership Conference in Hanover, MD

There is a distinct, undeniable energy that fills the room when visionaries, executives, and innovators come together with a shared purpose. This past April, Hanover, MD played host to an incredible Women’s Leadership Conference, an event entirely dedicated to professional growth, mentorship, and building structural confidence for women across industries.

The Grand Unveiling: Branding Stillwater & Stone at the Westin Crystal City

When a luxury hotel undergoes a total transformation right in the heart of National Landing, the visual identity must match the ambition of the project. Recently, the Plush Marketing Agency team headed to the newly revamped Westin Crystal City to capture the primary launch content for their stunning new restaurant: Stillwater & Stone.

Spice, Soul, and Strategy: Why Mama Tigre is an Oakton Icon

When a restaurant manages to blend the bold spices of India with the soulful comfort of Mexico, you know you are witnessing something special. But when that business is also a family owned and women owned powerhouse, it adds a layer of heart that you can truly feel in every bite. At Plush Marketing Agency, we have had the honor of working with Mama Tigre for many years, helping this incredible brand tell its story through high-end photography and a consistent digital presence.

Stop the Scroll: How Jill Patel is Reclaiming the DC Real Estate Narrative One Reel at a Time

If you think real estate content is just slow-motion pans of empty kitchens and stiff headshots, think again. In a city where everyone is rushing to the next meeting, Jill Patel is forcing the District to pause, watch, and actually enjoy the view. At Plush Marketing Agency, our mission with Jill is simple: capture that infectious energy and channel it into a powerhouse personal brand that feels less like a sales pitch and more like a conversation with your most stylish, savvy friend.
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We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results for our clients. What sets us apart is our strategic approach. Our clients have been featured in Forbes, ⁠Michelin Guide, DC’s Top 40 Under 40, Best Burgers in Virginia, WUSA9 in Washington DC, and so much more. Fill out the form below, and let our expertise and dedication elevate your brand’s presence and success.

"They quickly created a comprehensive digital marketing plan that met our budget and got us in front of more potential customers, many of whom have turned into actual customers."

Bill Bonenberger

"They understood our business, structured a process that kept us on track, and delivered tangible, trackable revenue growth."

Jim Marvel

"The team was professional, easy to work and communicate with, and delivered a polished final product we could not have been more pleased with."

Howard Chamber of Commerce