Creative Haven Mitchel Dumlao

David Packouz is the CEO and Founder of Singular Sound, and the mind behind the revolutionary BeatBuddy Drum Machine Guitar Pedal. In our exclusive interview, we explore David's transformative experiences—from his time as a partner at AEY Inc., a major weapons contractor for the U.S. Department of Defense, to his portrayal by Miles Teller in the Hollywood film War Dogs. David opens up about the process of inventing products, and sharing valuable insights gained while creating one of the most successful music accessory crowdfunding campaigns in history. As a passionate musician, David also reflects on his love for music, the impact of AI on the industry, and how cannabis plays a role in unlocking his creativity.
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Isabelle Miller is a model, content creator, and influencer based in Los Angeles.
In this episode, Isabelle shares her journey from being drawn to art in high school and going to college for information management and technology, to discovering her passion in modeling and content creation. We explore her evolution as a model to content creator and creating content across multiple social media platforms, her transition from graduating college to modeling, and we dive into the world of OnlyFans and how she and many other creators generate income on the platform . She explains why TikTok is her go-to app for content creation and offers tips for creators on marketing, monetization, tailoring content to different platforms to attract the right audience, and balancing between creating content for your fans and content that makes you happy.
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Ashton Rodenhiser is the founder of Mind's Eye Creative, a company specializing in graphic recording, graphic facilitation practices, and live illustration. 
In this episode, Ashton shares her journey, sparked by a workshop ten years ago, that led her to a career in art and design. We also talk about her process of bringing ideas to life through graphic recording and graphic facilitation practices, the concept and techniques of sketchnoting and how it helps people learn and retain information, the balance between creativity as a hobby versus as a job, and the significance of accessibility in live presentations.

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In this episode, I interview Annie Barch the Senior Director of Creative at DoubleVerify.
We explore her fascinating journey from dreaming of a professional dance career in LA, to studying marketing and advertising at Syracuse University, to her current role as Senior Director of Creative at DoubleVerify. Annie shares how choreographing dance helped her gain skills that now guide her in managing creative teams. She believes active listening and understanding individual work styles are vital for fostering creativity and collaboration within her team. We delve into her project management process, the different software she utilizes, and her efforts to educate tech companies on the importance of design and creativity. Annie discusses the significance of alignment between departments for a company's success and reveals how her team keeps their creative juices flowing through design competitions. She discusses how she draws inspiration from TV shows, music, and dance,  and advises all creatives to be okay with their dreams changing over time.
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In this episode, I interview Kalim Kalla, the Brand Manager at M&M Products.  We delve into his journey from selling vuvuzelas after attending the World Cup to managing large brands at M&M Products.
We discuss how he strives to create brands that echo his family's motto, 'beauty with love,’ by giving people a sense of beauty through self love. Kalim shares how he nurtures a product's lifecycle, ensuring sustainability and quality ingredients while maintaining the efficacy of the product. He provides insights into his unique process of running marketing campaigns, utilizing the power of user-generated content to showcase the impact of his products. We discuss the crucial role of studying your competitors, products, and consumer behaviors regarding product design and sales. And we discover how Kalim taps into his creative flow state by engaging with other brands in the retail space and how he values consistency and persistence in pursuing his goals. Tune in for this amazing conversation that might change your perspective on how to create and sell successful brands!
 

In this episode, we're joined by Landon Beal, the Creative Director of RUN Studios.
Join us as Landon chronicles his fascinating journey into video production, sparked by his passion for skate videos. He shares how his wife was a pivotal influence in his life and how their relationship significantly shaped his professional path.
Landon shares how he harnesses the power of music and physical activity to achieve his creative flow state. He discusses his transformative process of molding client briefs into compelling narratives, shedding light on the dynamics of managing creative teams by trusting and fostering their innate skills and passions.
We also talk about how RUN Studios works with tech companies, by being clear, specific, and showcasing their unique creative assets, setting themselves apart from other agencies.

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