The Kirk + Kurtts Design Podcast
Kirk Visola and Andy Kurtts take a fun look and analysis at branding and design. The fun nuances, textures, colors, and disruption that branding and all that goes with it may take on. Their insight is fun and honest with the hopes of educating those who tune in. And, being small business owners, they face many of the trials and obstacles that others face and speak towards that as well. No matter what, it's always a good time when these two get together and you might learn a little something new about that pretty little design or branding that you just saw.
The Kirk + Kurtts Design Podcast
Samantha Fagan, Website Strategist and Developer, Web Design, UX/UI, and WordPress Expertise
In this episode of the Kirk & Kurtts Design Podcast, Kirk and Andy chat with Sam Fagan, a "Swiss Army knife" of digital design and development. Sam’s skill set spans website design, HTML/CSS coding, WordPress development, project management, and copywriting. Beyond her technical expertise, she’s dedicated to helping small businesses and nonprofits turn customers into passionate fans by creating strategic, engaging digital experiences.
Sam shares her journey from New York to Arkansas, tracing her path through various roles that shaped her expertise, resilience, and love for storytelling.
The discussion dives deep into mentorship. Sam reflects on her own challenges finding guidance early in her career and her commitment to now mentor others. Kirk and Andy emphasize the importance of mentorship within creative industries, noting the need for role models who understand both creative and business perspectives.
Packed with humor, wisdom, and advice, this episode offers insights for anyone navigating design, development, or digital branding. Tune in to learn how embracing curiosity and storytelling can transform your work—and your approach to life.
Connect with Sam here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthafagan/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthafagan/
About Kirk and Andy.
Kirk Visola is the Creative Director and Founder of MIND THE FONT™. He brings over 20 years of CPG experience to the packaging and branding design space, and understands how shelf aesthetics can make an impact for established and emerging brands. Check out their work http://www.mindthefont.com.
Andy Kurts is the Creative Director and Founder of Buttermilk Creative. He loves a good coffee in the morning and a good bourbon at night. When he’s not working on packaging design he’s running in the backyard with his family. Check out Buttermilk's work http://www.buttermilkcreative.com.
Music for Kirk & Kurtts intro & outro: Better by Super Fantastics
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