Akvile DeFazio

Founder + Social Media Advertising | 15+ Years

About

Who is Akvile DeFazio?

President at AKvertise.
I specialize in social media advertising for ecommerce brands, events, and clients in the entertainment industry.
I won a contest and had the opportunity of a lifetime to spend a week on Sir Richard Branson’s island with him and many other interesting people.

Akvile DeFazio is the President at AKvertise. 15 years of digital marketing/advertising experience. 9 years of experience running an agency.

I specialize in social media advertising for ecommerce brands, events, and clients in the entertainment industry. Utilizing various platforms including Meta Ads, LinkedIn, Tik Tok, and more, I help businesses reach their target audience effectively and drive conversions. My journey in digital marketing began with paid search, but 7 years ago, I transitioned to paid social. With 15 years of experience in the field, I established my own agency 9 years ago. We assist brands of all sizes and other agencies with ad account management, consulting, and even provide temporary parental leave services.

Running my own company to support brand growth is immensely fulfilling. I not only have the responsibility, but also the authority, to deliver my best work. It’s gratifying to know that when clients succeed, we succeed. Since the pandemic, we have experienced a surge in consulting requests, and I have discovered a true passion for this line of work.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and friends, showing my daughter the world, painting and creating mixed media art, cooking, hiking, and fulfilling my bucket list with unforgettable experiences.

Accepting New Clients!

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Advice For Anyone Joining The Industry

Engage in communities, participate in social media conversations, and attend both online and offline events. The industry is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, with plenty of individuals willing to share ideas, strategies, opportunities, and clients. Say hello, introduce yourself, ask questions, be genuine, contribute, and remember that we all started somewhere.

Many of us are eager to support others, just as we were once supported, even as our work landscape and technology continue to evolve.

Areas Of Interest

Social media advertising, Meta Ads, Tik Tok Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Quora Ads, Reddit Ads, Twitter/X Ads, Nextdoor Ads, Hulu Ads.
Advertising account management
Paid Social Consulting and Training

Education, Awards, Certifications

“Best Small Agency” winner at US Social Media Awards 2020
Marketing O’Clock Top 50 Most Influential PPCers 2022
PPC Hero Top 25 Most Influential PPC Experts of 2020
PPC Hero Top 25 Most Influential PPC Experts of 2019
Toastmaster of the Year 2017-2018
B.S. of Exercise Science from Bastyr University

Affiliations & Past Work

AKvertise, Postmates, Johnson & Johnson, Birdies, Rothys, RVshare, Indow, FTD, 1-800-Flowers, Third Door Media, Trupanion, evo.

If you’re looking for help with your social media advertising strategy and execution, we’re accepting clients and would be delighted to speak with you to see if we can assist you and your team. Contact us and say hello!

Published Work & Inclusions

Any Results/Highlights From Your Work You Want To Promote? Any Impact You’re Proud Of?

Contributing advertising content to nonprofit, Creative Ladder’s interactive career quiz
Assisting the Postmates team with paid social campaign growth through their IPO
Helped our client, Indow Windows achieve a 40% lower Cost Per Lead on Facebook with WeatherAds

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Cool Fact

I won a contest and had the opportunity of a lifetime to spend a week on Sir Richard Branson’s island with him and many other interesting people. Having a conversation about taking risks was on my bucket list and this trip exceeded that by sharing meals with him and having some insightful and memorable conversations.