Founders : Design

"If my brand is successful in Cleveland, then it will be everywhere else."

Questions with C. Ethan Smith of Roads Ahead et al.

"I love watching people be transformed by art."

Questions with Sandy Gross of Brazee Street Studios

"We sell ourselves based on the quality work we have done."

Questions with Debbie Donley of Vocon

"There really is no other product that does what ours does."

Questions with Konrad Billetz of Frameri

"I don’t follow trends ... and that sets me apart."

Questions with Susie Brand of Susie Brand Jewelry Designs

"You can never become complacent in this business."

Questions with Mark Sargent of ETI Tech

"The Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit is applicable to gaming, which is a huge benefit to us."

Questions with Matt Maroon of Blue Frog Gaming

"We believe that life is colorful."

Questions with Anne Marie Herrera of Upcycology Lab

"Our main concern is to not lose sight of our company mantra: On time, on budget, happy customers.”

Questions with Don Wilson of WAVE

"My clients come to me because they want something with a little attitude."

Questions with Jason Snell of We Have Become Vikings

"I never dread going into work."

Questions with Sam Kinkopf of Frisson Media

"I learned the basics of how to plan a business in a very supportive atmosphere."

Questions with Darcy Vorhees of Flaming Medusa Studios

Dondi Carder is founder of Unsung Salvage Design Co., which repurposes items for new interior design installations.

Questions with Dondi Carder of Unsung Salvage Design Co.

Chad Smith is founder of Foster & Flux, a motion, visualization, web and graphic design firm.

Questions with Chad Smith of Foster & Flux

Jack Bialosky, Sr., is founder of Bialosky and Partners Architects, a family-run firm specializing in residential, commercial, cultural and religious architecture.

Questions with Jack Bialosky of Bialosky and Partners Architects