Make your startup “real” with OOH ads

For startups of all stages, perception isn’t just important, it is reality. In a noisy digital world full of AI-powered websites, endless apps, and fleeting social posts, what makes a brand feel real? One increasingly popular answer: out-of-home (OOH) advertising. Just look at the 101 going into San Francisco to see today's young startups that become tomorrow's IPOs.

From billboards and murals to transit ads and digital displays, OOH gives your brand something that digital-only strategies simply can’t: tangible, public visibility. When your startup’s logo appears in a place like Times Square or on a street in San Francisco, it’s no longer just another name in someone’s inbox, it’s signaling a brand that’s bold, ambitious, and here to stay.

Why OOH works for startups

Out-of-home advertising isn’t just for Fortune 500s anymore. Thanks to AdQuick which allows the channel to be fast and efficient and run even by single-person teams, startups can harness the same brand-building power used by the biggest players with large marketing orgs.

Here's just a few reasons why OOH is becoming a smart play for startups:

1. OOH builds trust

OOH is subconsciously associated with established, credible brands. When people see your startup’s message in the real world, it signals permanence and investment. That goes a long way in building confidence with consumers, investors, and even enterprise buyers, especially in your early growth stages.

2. OOH drives action

According to research from Nielsen, nearly half of people exposed to an OOH ad will search for the brand or engage online. That’s far above the performance of most digital ads. Whether your goal is app installs, demo requests, or foot traffic, OOH is a proven driver of downstream conversion. We have even productized OOH analytics so you know how your specific campaigns perform.

3. OOH Supercharges Your Digital Strategy

OOH doesn’t just stand alone, it amplifies the rest of your marketing mix. Studies show that adding OOH to a digital campaign can boost performance by 40% or more, making it one of the most cost-effective complements to your paid social, search, and influencer efforts.

The fast track to OOH

At AdQuick, we’ve built the platform that makes out-of-home campaigns fast, smart, and startup-friendly. With AdQuick, you can:

• Launch campaigns in as little as 48 hours with access to 1,800+ media owners across the U.S.

• Plan with precision using real-time pricing, targeting tools, and AI-powered recommendations.

• Execute and measure in one place, no complicated negotiations or intricate contracts required.

Whether it’s your first OOH campaign or you’re ready to scale, we make it easy to go from idea to installation.

The simple steps for startups:

Not sure where to begin? Here’s a quick plan for startups ready to make a big statement:

• Choose your markets wisely: Focus on hubs where innovation thrives - New York City, San Francisco, and Austin are magnets for both consumers and B2B buyers.

• Target high-impact zones: Use AdQuick’s tools to identify tech corridors, commuter paths, and retail clusters that matter most to your audience.

• Mix formats for maximum effect: Combine static billboards, transit ads, and digital screens for high visibility and frequency, even with a lean budget.

When you’re ready to launch, our team has turnkey packages tailored for startups. We move fast, because you do too.