Updated September 2026

The Shelf
A data-first influencer marketing agency using proprietary Interest Graph and optimization technology to turn creator content into measurable performance for enterprise brands. Best for enterprise brands wanting performance-driven influencer campaigns backed by proprietary optimization technology.
Services
- Influencer campaigns
- Paid social amplification
- Allowlisting strategy
- Brand lift studies
- Creator sourcing
- Performance optimization
Clients shown on its website
Papa Murphy's · ROAR Organic · Savers Value Village · Famous Footwear · The Honest Company · Susan G. Komen
Strengths
- Over a decade of experience with 10,000+ creator network and 4x Inc. 5000 honoree
- Proprietary Optimization Flywheel and SpliceLab tech for turning organic content into paid creative
- Global team across 10 countries and 16 languages
Watch out for
- No published pricing or minimum budget
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