Independent list · re-checked September 28, 2026 · published by Primortul LLC

The Social Ko.

The Social Ko. is a Des Moines-based social media agency that builds and maintains business presences on Facebook, Instagram and X through consistent posting and engagement. Its site dates the company to 2022. It works mainly with Iowa small businesses and does not publish a client list. Nobody pays to be ranked.

Why it’s hereA social-only Des Moines startup listed by The Manifest among the city's social media marketing companies. Number 7 of the social media companies in Des Moines.

Who leads itJess Kohles, Founder.

Estimated cost

Estimated: $1,000–$4,000/mo, typical for Des Moines social media retainers; not a quote.

Typical industry estimate, not a quote from any firm on this list.

A fit forSmall businesses such as restaurants, wedding venues, software companies and manufacturers that want their Facebook, Instagram and other social accounts run by a solo Des Moines social media manager.

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Based in
Des Moines, IA
Founded
2022
Team size
1–10 people
Led by
Jess Kohles, Founder
Known for
social media management · Instagram and Facebook · small business
Best for
Small businesses such as restaurants, wedding venues, software companies and manufacturers that want their Facebook, Instagram and other social accounts run by a solo Des Moines social media manager.
Estimated cost

Estimated: $1,000–$4,000/mo, typical for Des Moines social media retainers; not a quote.

Typical industry estimate, not a quote from any firm on this list.

The Social Ko. homepage, captured September 28, 2026
thesocialko.com · homepage on September 28, 2026

Sources thesocialko.com, themanifest.com · LinkedIn ↗

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