Spring Studio Spotlight Podcast
Join Tristan and Mony, co-founders of Spring Studio, as they explore the world of design and business. Each episode features interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or simply interested in these topics, Spring Studio Spotlight provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed.
Tue, February 18, 2025
Adam Knihtila: Fractional CFO
Running a profitable agency isn’t just about landing clients—it’s about understanding your numbers. In this episode, we sit down with Adam Knihtila, a fractional CFO who helps agencies and startups fix their finances. From pricing strategies to cash flow management, Adam shares what every agency owner needs to know to build a financially healthy business. Tune in to learn how to avoid common money mistakes and take control of your agency’s financial future. About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, January 16, 2025
Building Empires Through Grit: The Ricardo Regalado Story
Join Tristan, Mony, and guest Rick Regalado as they discuss turning challenges into opportunities. Rick shares how he scaled his cleaning business to $29M, ventured into SaaS, and learned to lead with empathy. A masterclass in balancing ambition with humility, this episode is packed with insights for founders and leaders alike. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Mon, January 06, 2025
Building in Mexico: Startups, AI, and Legal Tech
In this episode, I’m joined by Andres Girault, COO of Legalario, as we explore his journey from being a dyslexic lawyer to founding a legal tech startup that leverages AI to streamline processes. Andres discusses the unique challenges and opportunities of building in Latin America, the importance of in-person networking, and the future of AI in business. Tune in to hear about his startup pivots, lessons learned, and his vision for innovation in regulatory tech. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, October 31, 2024
Building Brand Identities and Neighborly Marketing
In this episode, we sit down with Jelena, the founder of Northern Neighbor Agency. From starting a business after an accident to refining brand identities for startups, Jelena shares her journey in building a marketing agency that helps businesses tell their stories. We discuss the importance of brand identity, navigating rebranding, choosing the right marketing channels, and how to stay true to your brand’s voice in the era of AI. Tune in to hear insights on growing a business with intention and creativity! Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, October 24, 2024
Designing for Growth: Jake Levin's Journey from CBD Teas to SaaS Innovation
In this episode of Spring Studio Spotlight, Tristan and Mony sit down with Jake Levin, co-founder of Sparkplug, to explore the journey from CBD teas to building a gamified sales platform for retailers. Jake shares the lessons learned in transitioning from CPG to SaaS, how Sparkplug keeps a design-first mentality, and the future of the company as it expands beyond the cannabis industry. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, October 17, 2024
How Mony built a profitable SaaS company from the ground up
In this episode of the Spring Studio Spotlight Podcast, Tristan and Mony discuss key lessons learned from building SaaS products and the inevitable rise of AI in business. They explore how design, automation, and customer obsession can shape a company’s success, and what the future might hold for SaaS in a world driven by AI. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Fri, September 06, 2024
Building a Globally Distributed Design Team: Insights from Spring Studio
In this episode, Tristan and Mony reflect on the evolution of Spring Studio, from its origins as a development and design shop to focusing purely on design. They discuss the importance of pivoting, the challenge of finding your niche, and how AI will shape the future of the design industry. Plus, they share stories about the rewarding moments of seeing their designs in the real world and building a team that’s about more than just talent. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Fri, August 30, 2024
Designing from Chaos: Shruti on Turning Big Ideas into MVPs
Join us as we chat with Shruti, a seasoned UI/UX designer at Spring Studio, who shares her journey from spatial design to UX/UI. We explore the importance of turning chaos into clarity, the role of prioritization in design, and how small playful elements can enhance user experiences. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of design and user experience. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Fri, August 23, 2024
The Future of Remote Work: Navigating Offshoring Post-COVID
In this episode of the Spring Studio podcast, Tristan chats with Daniel Seligman, the founder of Talently, about the evolving landscape of offshoring and global talent acquisition. They discuss the advantages of sourcing talent from South Africa, the critical role of trust in remote work, and the secrets to effective cold outreach. Whether you’re a startup founder or an established business owner, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of work. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, August 15, 2024
The Power of Early Client Relationships and the Evolution of Kicks with Josh Donelson
In this episode of Spring Studio Spotlight, Tristan talks with Josh Donelson, director of digital projects and strategy at Kicks. They discuss the evolution of Kicks, the importance of early client relationships, and the balance of speed, quality, and reliability in design projects. Tune in for valuable insights on managing a small agency and leveraging tools and automation in marketing. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, August 08, 2024
Bridging Design and Sales: Insights from Vish Mittapalli
Join Tristan and Vish Mittapalli from Coda as they explore the intersection of design and sales, the importance of creating delightful user experiences, and how small startups can make their products appealing to enterprise clients. Vish shares his insights from years of experience in tech sales at companies like Box, Slack, and Coda. Tune in to learn valuable tips and strategies for improving your sales and product design. Links Mentioned Shishir Mehrotra, CEO of Coda at Config2024: https://youtu.be/ZCPUSlB2BUY?si=xOc8NObV_6rWMkvQ Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, August 01, 2024
Navigating the Pivot: How Withe Adapted to Customer Needs
In this episode of the Spring Studio Spotlight Podcast, join Tristan and Mony as they chat with Daniel Shalinsky, CEO and co-founder of Withe. Daniel shares his journey from e-commerce solutions to recruitment innovations, highlighting the pivotal moments and lessons learned along the way. Discover how Withe navigated the challenges of pivoting, the importance of user-focused design, and the value of customer discovery interviews. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, designer, or simply curious about the world of startups, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to make their mark in the business world. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, July 25, 2024
AI for startups. How startups should be thinking about AI with James Paden
James Paden is an AI expert and shares his thoughts on how startups should be thinking about this new technology. He shares his thoughts on what Apple is doing with Siri, some wild tools that are helping designers speed up their process, and more. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, July 18, 2024
How Startups Can Craft a Memorable Brand | with Senior Branding Designer Maria-Adriana Ilie
Maria-Adriana opens up about how startups should think about their brand. Especially in the early days. In this episode we really get into some tactics and technical stuff, but also some branding theory. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Thu, July 11, 2024
Designing Intuitive Things for Real People | with Senior UIUX Designer, Alina
Alina shares her expertise on UI/UX design and how startups can create intuitive and engaging user experiences. In this episode, we dive into practical design strategies, the latest trends, and the challenges faced in the field. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
S1 E1 · Tue, July 02, 2024
Dylan Hendrickson (CEO, Staxx) on AI in accounting, productized service businesses, and football
Staxx CEO Dylan Hendrickson has grown Staxx into a monster accounting and bookkeeping firm, helping startups. They serve about 30 customers. In our episode we talk about why he started the company, what he learned from his time playing college football, and where they see the industry heading especially with AI. Mixing and Editing: Sandy Follow on Socials 📸 Instagram 🆇 Twitter / X 🎬 Clips on TikTok About the Show Tristan and Mony are the co-founders of Spring Studio. Each episode dives into the world of design and business, featuring interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts who share their insights on branding, design, and the role of technology in their work. Whether you’re a startup founder, a designer, or just interested in these topics, this podcast provides practical advice and real-world perspectives to help you succeed. Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
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