Listen "From Competitors to Co-Founders (The Unlikely Trio) - Upframe Creative"
Episode Synopsis
Company: Upframe CreativeOwners: Shay Vandendriessche, Carrie Kuhl, and Hannah MerrittYear Started: 2019Employees: 1-10 What happens when three solo entrepreneurs, once direct competitors, join forces? In this episode, Carrie, Shay, and Hannah of Upframe Creative reveal how they merged talents to build a tight-knit, high-performing agency in rural South Dakota. You’ll hear real talk on defining roles, maintaining culture, and what it really takes to grow without losing control.Inside this episode:Why treating a partnership like a marriage is the key to successThe surprising advantage of hiring people with an “entrepreneur’s heart”How to protect your culture when expanding your teamThe moment they knew they’d found the perfect agency niche (and why it matters)Want a more clarity and control for your agency in 2026? I have three coaching spots available. Let’s see if one is right for you. Visit AnAgencyStory.com and click “Let’s Talk.”
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