Cider House Media

Based in Easthampton in Western Massachusetts, Cider House Media is a small creative agency, founded in 2012, that works with small businesses and nonprofits. Its client base is rooted in Massachusetts communities such as Northampton, Amherst, Springfield, and the Boston Metro area including Somerville and Arlington, but the agency also serves clients further afield, from the East Coast to the California coast. The team, structured around two founders sharing the Appelquist surname, positions itself as a full-service shop handling design, branding, SEO, and site upkeep under one roof so that a client's marketing stays consistent across channels. The agency's core offering centers on custom WordPress website builds, covering both design and ongoing development. Alongside web design, it provides graphic design, logo design, and print design work for building brand identity, as well as website management services that include content updates, site maintenance, and social media handling. SEO and local search are listed as dedicated service areas, aimed at helping small businesses and solopreneurs improve visibility in their markets. Email marketing is also offered as part of the broader management package. The agency describes organizing its work around defined client types, including local businesses, small businesses, eCommerce operations, and solopreneurs, and outlines a set process for how projects move from planning through launch, with WordPress named specifically as the platform of choice for site builds.