Email Marketing in Michigan That Doesn't End Up in the Trash

Your subscribers gave you their email address. That's trust. Let's not waste it with emails nobody reads.

We're an email marketing agency that creates campaigns people actually want to open—and that turn subscribers into customers.

Let's Talk About Your Email Marketing →
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Most Email Marketing Is Garbage (And Your Subscribers Know It)

Let's be honest about what's happening in most inboxes right now.

Promotional emails that scream "BUY NOW." Newsletters that ramble without a point. Automated sequences that feel like they were written by a robot. Subject lines so boring they get deleted without a second thought.

And then there's you—knowing you should be doing email marketing, but either:

  1. Sending sporadic emails whenever you remember (and feeling guilty about the inconsistency)

  2. Not sending anything because you don't know what to say

  3. Sending stuff that gets crickets—low opens, no clicks, zero replies

Here's the thing: email marketing still works. In fact, it outperforms almost every other channel for ROI. But only when it's done right.

Email marketing for small business isn't about blasting your list with promotions. It's about building relationships, providing value, and being the email people actually look forward to seeing.

That's where we come in.

Let's discuss if we're the right fit →

Why Businesses Choose Purple Wave Creative for Email Marketing

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We Write Emails People Actually Want to Read

No templates. No corporate jargon. No "Dear Valued Customer." We write emails that sound like a real human wrote them—because that's what gets opened and acted on.

We Focus on Strategy, Not Just Sends

Anyone can blast an email. We build systems—welcome sequences, nurture campaigns, re-engagement flows—that work for you automatically and move people toward becoming customers.

We're an Email Marketing Agency in Michigan That Gets Results

We're not just pushing send and hoping. We track opens, clicks, and conversions, and we optimize based on what's actually working. As an email marketing agency michigan businesses trust, we're here for the long game.

Focus on your business. We'll make your email work. →

Email Marketing Services That Cover Everything

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Email Strategy

Before we write a single email, we build the plan:

  • Audience segmentation and list analysis

  • Customer journey mapping

  • Campaign calendar development

  • Goal setting and KPI definition

  • Platform recommendations

No more guessing what to send or when to send it.

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Email Campaign Creation

We create campaigns that get results:

  • Promotional campaigns that drive sales

  • Launch sequences for new products or services

  • Seasonal and holiday campaigns

  • Event promotion and follow-up

  • Re-engagement campaigns for cold subscribers

Every email has a purpose—and a clear call to action.

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Email Newsletter Management

Consistent newsletters that your audience actually reads:

  • Content planning and topic development

  • Writing that sounds like you (not a robot)

  • Design that matches your brand

  • Regular sending schedule

  • Performance tracking

Stay top of mind without the stress of figuring out what to say.

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Email Automation & Sequences

Set it up once, let it work forever:

  • Welcome sequences for new subscribers

  • Nurture sequences that build trust over time

  • Abandoned cart recovery (for e-commerce)

  • Post-purchase follow-ups

  • Birthday and anniversary automations

Your email working for you 24/7—even while you sleep.

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List Building & Growth

More subscribers means more opportunity:

  • Lead magnet strategy and creation

  • Opt-in form design and placement

  • Landing page development

  • List cleaning and hygiene

  • Compliance (GDPR, CAN-SPAM)

Grow your list with people who actually want to hear from you.

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Email Design & Templates

Emails that look as good as they read:

  • Custom email templates in your brand style

  • Mobile-responsive design

  • Header and graphic creation

  • Template systems you can reuse

  • Platform-specific optimization

Professional design that works in every inbox.

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Analytics & Optimization

Know what's working and improve what isn't:

  • Open rate and click rate tracking

  • A/B testing for subject lines and content

  • Conversion tracking

  • List health monitoring

  • Monthly performance reports

Data-driven decisions, not guesswork.

Email Platforms We Work With

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We're not locked into one platform. We work with what works for you:

Mailchimp — Great for small businesses getting started

Klaviyo — Powerful for e-commerce and advanced automation

Constant Contact — Solid choice for associations and nonprofits

ConvertKit — Perfect for creators and content-driven businesses

ActiveCampaign — Advanced automation and CRM integration

HubSpot — Full marketing suite for growing businesses

Not sure which platform is right for you? We'll help you figure that out.

How We Work Together

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1. Discovery

Before we send anything, we learn:

  • Your business and audience

  • Your current email setup (or lack thereof)

  • What's worked and what hasn't

  • Your goals for email marketing

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2. Strategy & Setup

We build the foundation:

  • Platform setup or optimization

  • List organization and segmentation

  • Automation workflows

  • Template creation

  • Campaign calendar

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3. Creation & Execution

We do the work:

  • Writing emails that sound like you

  • Designing emails that look professional

  • Scheduling and sending

  • Monitoring performance

  • Managing responses

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4. Optimization & Growth

We keep improving:

  • A/B testing and refinement

  • List growth strategies

  • Performance reporting

  • Strategy adjustments based on data

Email marketing that runs like a machine—with a human touch. →

Our Approach to Email Marketing

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Value First, Sell Second

Every email should give your subscribers something—insight, entertainment, help. Earn the right to sell by providing value first.

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Consistency Over Bursts

One great email a month beats four mediocre ones. We focus on sustainable rhythms, not burnout-inducing volume.

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Relationships Over Blasts

Email is personal. We write like we're talking to one person, not shouting at a crowd.

Email Marketing Michigan Businesses Trust

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We're based in Michigan, and we love working with businesses across the state—from Traverse City to Grand Rapids to Detroit.

But great email marketing doesn't require geography. We work with clients nationwide who value email marketing for small business done right.

Michigan roots. National reach. Emails that actually work.

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Dr. Lia Gaggino, MD - Pediatrician - Kalamazoo, MI

Michael was the guru I was searching for.

He kindly respected my incredible lack of knowledge, walked me through problem solving or just solved the issue for me.”

Is Purple Wave Creative Right for Your Email Marketing?

We work best with businesses that:

  • Have an email list (or want to build one)

  • Are tired of inconsistent or ineffective emails

  • Want emails that sound human, not corporate

  • Value strategy over just "sending stuff"

  • Need a partner, not just a contractor

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We help:

  • Small businesses ready to take email seriously

  • E-commerce brands that need automation

  • Service businesses nurturing leads

  • Associations and nonprofits engaging members

  • Anyone who knows email matters but doesn't have time to do it well

Not sure if we're the right fit? Let's have an honest conversation.

Let's talk about your email marketing →

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Ready for Emails That Actually Get Opened?

Your subscribers trusted you with their inbox. Let's make that trust worth something.

Let's talk about how Purple Wave Creative can turn your email list into a real business asset—with campaigns that get opened, read, and acted on.

Contact Us Today →

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