Case Study: StrideUX achieves scalable agency growth with Contra

How StrideUX redefined agency growth with on-demand talent

StrideUX, a full-service product and marketing agency, faced the challenge of scaling its operations thoughtfully without the overhead of a full-time team. Founder Cory Shoaf found that relying on personal networks was unsustainable and other freelance platforms were overwhelming. He needed a streamlined way to find high-caliber, detail-oriented professionals for projects in content writing, design, development, and virtual assistance.

By using Contra, Shoaf found the platform’s clean interface and high-quality talent profiles ideal for his needs. The solution allowed StrideUX to hire over 20 on-demand independents, which saved significant time, improved output quality, and enabled the agency to postpone full-time hires. This strategic use of Contra’s talent was a key contributor to the agency's growth, which is primarily driven by word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients.

StrideUX

Cory Shoaf

Founder