Grit Over Gloss. Always.
We’re a high-performance marketing team with Idahoan grit. Small, sharp, and built for businesses that care more about results than buzzwords.
Why We’re Not Like Them
Origin Story
We started Manticore because we were tired of watching good businesses get screwed. Overpriced websites. "Marketing" that goes nowhere. We knew service businesses deserved better—so we built the team that actually delivers. No fluff. No filters. Just results that make sense and money.
What we beleive
Our clients aren’t just customers—they’re partners. If you grow, we grow. But that means it’s a two-way street. You’ve got to want the win as much as we do. We’ll lead, but we expect hustle on your side too. That’s how this works.
Non-negotiables
If you don’t understand your marketing, it’s not working. Most business owners can’t explain what their agency does—and that’s a problem. We’ll never serve you jargon or hide behind “industry speak.” If you ask what we’re doing, you’ll get a clear, punchy answer. Every time.
How We Work
This isn’t a buffet. You don’t pick a little SEO and a side of social. We set the strategy because our name’s on the line, too. We lead, you move. That’s how results happen. You’re not buying a menu—you’re hiring a team that owns outcomes.
Idaho → U.S.
Started in Pocatello, Idaho. Sharpened in Boise. Now we help build service businesses across the U.S. If your marketing doesn’t work, we’ll burn it down and build something that does.
Years Team Experience
You don’t talk to a rep. You talk to the person doing the work.
You Want Results? Here’s the Math.
We brought receipts. Every number below comes from real clients, real campaigns, and real outcomes. We track everything, explain everything, and fix what doesn’t work. Simple as that.
93%
came from another agency that f*cked it up first
0%
of our clients say “I have no idea what they’re doing”
100%
Of clients stuck around (minus like 2… their loss)
346%
just because people like seeing big-ass numbers.
Meet The Powerhouse
Checkout the Badass Sh*t We Make
Explore Our Social Media
…nailed it lowkey 🦖✨ #fyp #trend #officelife #officehumor
Some of our favorite photos we’ve captured at @dudespublicmarket 📸💙
We’ve loved getting to watch Dude’s grow into one of the coolest spots in Old Town Pocatello. It’s more than just a place to grab a bite—it’s a space that brings together local food, local businesses, and the community all under one roof.
These photos have been used all over their website and social media to show off the amazing vendors inside and give people a feel for what makes Dude’s so special. Good photos don’t just make things look nice—they help tell the story before someone ever walks through the door.
If you haven’t checked out Dude’s Public Market yet, consider this your sign. Go support local, grab something good to eat, and spend some time in Old Town Pocatello ✌️
#pocatello #pocatellophotography #brandphotos #smallbusiness #smallbusinessmarketing
We sat down with Kirk Lepchenske (and a few surprise guests at the end of the video 👀) to talk about the Pocatello/Chubbuck Chamber Young Professionals Putt Putt Tournament.
This isn`t just a mini golf tournament—it`s a chance to connect with other local professionals, support a great group that`s investing in our community, and have a good time while you`re at it. ⛳
The Young Professionals group is all about building relationships that can last your entire career while giving back to the community. That`s something we`re proud to support.
We`re excited to be the Presenting Sponsor of this year`s tournament and hope to see you on the course!
📅 July 31 | 2:00–5:00 PM (Shotgun Start: 2:30 PM)
📍 Outback Golf Park
👥 Teams of 2: $30
Register your team on the Chamber of Commerce website and come see what all the fun is about!
#pocatello #chubbuck #idaho #pocatellobusiness #businessowner
Some of the best businesses start with a leap of faith.
We recently sat down with Josh and Melanie Randall, owners of Gate City Insurance Group, to talk about what it was really like getting started. From leaving a steady job for straight commission, to interviewing for an insurance position while Melanie was in the hospital having their first child, their story is a reminder that building something worthwhile rarely comes easy.
What stood out most to us wasn’t just their story—it was how they treat people.
Insurance can feel overwhelming, but Josh and Melanie have built their business around making it personal. Whether that means sitting down face-to-face, meeting clients in their homes, or simply taking the time to answer every question, they believe helping people understand their options is just as important as the policy itself.
That’s probably why so many of the families they helped years ago are now sending their kids to Gate City Insurance.
If you’re looking for someone who’ll take the confusion out of insurance and genuinely take the time to help, they’re a great place to start.
📍 475 Yellowstone Ave, Suite C, Pocatello, ID
📞 (866) 540-7509
#pocatello #pocatellosmallbusiness #businessowner #idaho
Ever feel like you’re “working on marketing” but nothing’s actually moving?
Yeah… this is what it usually looks like.
Tabs open.
Ideas everywhere.
Half-finished stuff sitting there waiting for “later.”
Meanwhile, your business is just kind of… stuck in neutral.
Not because you’re lazy—
because no one ever showed you what actually matters vs. what’s just busy work.
So you end up doing a little bit of everything…
and none of it really hits.
That’s the trap.
Marketing isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing the right things, consistently.
(And yeah, your website should be doing most of the heavy lifting.)
What’s one thing you keep “meaning to fix” but haven’t touched yet?
…nailed it lowkey 🦖✨ #fyp #trend #officelife #officehumor
Some of our favorite photos we’ve captured at @dudespublicmarket 📸💙
We’ve loved getting to watch Dude’s grow into one of the coolest spots in Old Town Pocatello. It’s more than just a place to grab a bite—it’s a space that brings together local food, local businesses, and the community all under one roof.
These photos have been used all over their website and social media to show off the amazing vendors inside and give people a feel for what makes Dude’s so special. Good photos don’t just make things look nice—they help tell the story before someone ever walks through the door.
If you haven’t checked out Dude’s Public Market yet, consider this your sign. Go support local, grab something good to eat, and spend some time in Old Town Pocatello ✌️
#pocatello #pocatellophotography #brandphotos #smallbusiness #smallbusinessmarketing
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