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Professional Chicago Web Development Company

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Trusted by Chicago Startups, Scaleups, and the Fortune 500

With clients spanning hundreds of niche industries, BSA is a Chicago web development agency that powers ambitious startups to global enterprises through high-impact websites and performance-driven marketing.

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Our Chicago Web Development Services

Our web development services are designed to elevate your brand presence and help you achieve your business goals.

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Custom Web Development

Our core web development service focuses on end-to-end engineering. We build robust, scalable, and secure platforms from the ground up, tailored to your exact business requirements.
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B2B Web Development

We specialize in building sophisticated B2B web development solutions for Chicago’s professional sectors, including custom portals, CRM integrations, and lead generation platforms.
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B2C Web Development

We build high-performance B2C web development platforms designed to handle high traffic and provide a seamless, engaging, and secure experience for consumer-facing brands.
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Ecommerce Development

We build powerful and secure online stores. Our ecommerce development expertise is perfect for both B2C retail brands and B2B companies needing robust online ordering systems.
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WordPress Development

We create impressive B2C web designs for Chicago’s consumer market. Our approach prioritizes building a memorable brand experience that connects with your customers and drives direct sales.
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Drupal Development

For projects requiring the highest levels of security and scalability, we offer expert Drupal development, building enterprise-grade platforms for universities, government, and large corporations.

Our Chicago Web Development Process

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1. Discovery, Planning & UX

Discovery & Requirements Analysis: As a top website development company in Chicago, we begin with a deep dive into your business requirements, sales cycle, user roles, and necessary integrations to form a strategic plan.

Technical Architecture & UX Planning: We design the complete technical architecture for your platform, including database schema and API planning, while mapping out the ideal user journey.

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2. Bringing Vision to Life

Custom Feature Development: Our developers work in agile sprints to build the custom features and functionalities your platform requires, with regular check-ins to ensure alignment.

System & API Integration: We handle the complex process of integrating your new Chicago website with your existing enterprise systems, such as your CRM, ERP, and marketing automation tools.

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3. Testing & Optimization

Testing & Quality Assurance: Before launch, your platform undergoes rigorous security penetration testing and QA to ensure it is stable, secure, and bug-free.

Deployment & Training: We manage a secure deployment to the live environment. We then provide your team with the comprehensive training needed to manage the new platform effectively.

Our Team

Team of Dreams

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Cherice McGowan

Co-Founder
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Dave McGowan

Co-Founder
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Strahil Ovcharov

VP Sales & Marketing
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Rufat Mammadyarov

Director of Production
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Autumn Gomez

Director of Human Resources
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Kara Akers

Team Lead Web Project Manager
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Geoff Petersen

Director of Business Development
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Ray Sillar

Director of Digital Strategy
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Mwange Mufumbe

Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Brett Lutchman

UX Strategist
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Joel Gobin

Lead Designer
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Kris Mitchell

Team Lead, Sr. Sales Director
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Yaira Lugo

Recruiter
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Mike Rutski

Director of Digital Strategy
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Zanele Mkhabela

Director of Business Development
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Felipe Golod

Project Manager
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Fabianna Lopez

Team Lead Marketing Specialist
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Brey Roma

Director of Business Development
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Sergey Kolesnikov

Full Stack Developer
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Victor Pimentel

UX/UI Designer
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Babafemi Adebajo

Content Writer
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Mike Noonan

Director of Business Development
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Rafael Lima

Web Maintenance Project Manager
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Orlando Gonzalez

Content Writer
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Giovan Cruz

Frontend Developer
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Carlos Gallardo

Frontend Developer
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Daniel Ghizoni

Frontend Developer

Your Reliable Chicago Web Development Agency

Our push for excellence in our craft has not gone unnoticed. We are proud that our work has been recognized through prestigious industry awards, solidifying our position as a leading web development company in Chicago.

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Why Choose Us As Your

Reliable Chicago Web Development Partner


We write clean, semantic code and optimize for performance, creating a technically sound platform that search engines can easily crawl and rank higher.


A great design is useless if it’s broken. We build reliable platforms where every button, form, and feature works perfectly, every time for Chicago businesses.


We build high-performance websites that load quickly. In a competitive market, this superior user experience is key to keeping visitors engaged and turning them into customers.


We focus on metrics that tie directly to business results. Our analytics & reporting are built with your business’s marketing funnel in mind – no fluff.


We build our web solutions on powerful Content Management Systems (CMS) and provide clear documentation. This allows your team to manage day-to-day content while having a robust, easy-to-maintain platform.


Security is at the core of our web development process. We write secure code, protect against common vulnerabilities, and build scalable platforms that can grow with your business safely.

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Meet Our Chicago Web Developers

Find out how Blacksmith can help you with your custom web development project.

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Industries We Serve

Our web development expertise spans a diverse range of industries, including:

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Manufacturing

Our work helps manufacturers stand out to attract high-value Chicago B2B partnerships and command respect in the industrial sector.
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Construction

We create identities that project strength and reliability, building the trust needed to win high-stake bids and landmark projects in Chicago.
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Finance

We develop highly secure, compliant platforms for Chicago’s finance and banking sector, building client trust and integrating with financial data systems.
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Hotel

We craft immersive hospitality brands that tell a unique story, elevate your property, and allow you to achieve premium market positioning in the Chicago hospitality market.
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SaaS

We transform complex technology into a clear brand messaging framework that communicates its value instantly.
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Higher Education

We build distinguished brands for educational institutions that reflect a legacy of excellence and a vision for the future.

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FAQs About Chicago Web Development


Web design focuses on the visual look and user experience of a site. Web development, our specialty, is the technical process of writing the code that brings that design to life, making it functional, fast, and secure.


We prioritize security during our web development process, protecting against common vulnerabilities. For scalability, we build on robust architectures that are designed to handle high traffic and can grow with your business.


Project timelines vary based on the size and complexity of your website. On average, a custom Chicago website development project takes between 3 to 4 months, from strategy to launch. We’ll provide a clear timeline after our initial consultation so you know what to expect.


Our Chicago web development experts specialize in building on leading platforms like WordPress, Shopify, and Drupal, all powered by our deep expertise in modern technologies like PHP and JavaScript among others.


Yes. We have deep experience working with the industries that define Chicago’s economy, including finance, construction, healthcare, manufacturing, higher education, and many more.


While we are a Chicago digital agency, we proudly serve clients throughout the United States. We have a strong understanding of the business sector in surrounding areas, including New York City, Boston, AustinLos AngelesPhoenixand San Francisco, among others.


Yes, we can. For websites with a solid structure, we can perform a website refresh, improving the visual design, enhancing the user experience, and boosting performance without rebuilding everything from scratch. However, for older sites with deeper issues, a complete website redesign is often the better long-term investment to achieve your business goals


To help you grow, we also offer a full suite of digital marketing services, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), lead generation, social media marketing, email marketing, and PPC management for immediate results.


Yes, our partnership doesn’t end at launch. We offer a range of website maintenance and support plans to handle technical updates, security monitoring, and performance optimization, ensuring your site remains optimal.


Getting started is easy. The first step is to reach out using the contact form on our website, our email (info@blacksmith.agency), or by scheduling a free consultation. We’ll have a brief, no-obligation call to discuss your project goals, and from there, we can develop a tailored proposal for you.

Real Results. Real Success.

“The Blacksmith team listens to the client’s needs, provides sound advice, and reacts appropriately, making the client feel like they are a true partner rather than a vendor.

John Schwarberg

Director Web Strategy & Optimization, Cision
“I’ve worked with Blacksmith over the past 4 years on 3 different website redesigns and 1 from scratch. They are extremely knowledgeable, easy to work with, and reliable.”

Megan Taylor

Marketing Manager, Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS)
“Their briefing and onboarding processes made them special. Their thoroughness, accessibility, and transparency led to a successful partnership.”

Shani Bess

Former Sr. VP of Marketing, Borro Private Finance