If you grew up in America, you’re accustomed to entrepreneurial success stories left and right. You knew that if you worked hard and buckled down, you would be given your opportunities. But this isn’t the experience many people who grow up outside of the United States face.

Carrying unique insight and culture outside of the common lens, entrepreneurs coming into the United States can bring a fresh perspective to the companies they join and get off the ground. The challenge is, many people don’t even know that they can have opportunities outside of their lived experience. But with opportunity, also comes challenges.

In today’s episode, we are joined by Ari Krzyzek, CEO at Chykalophia, a creative technology agency that specializes in working with women-led companies to build strong brand pillars and online experiences. We discuss what it takes to grow an impact-oriented agency from the ground up, how to go about identifying and establishing a niche, and the importance of making giving back a core part of your mission as a marketing leader. 

Listen in as we speak about:

• What it takes to grow an impact-oriented agency from the ground up
• How to go about identifying and establishing a niche
• The importance of making giving back a core part of your mission
• The challenges and triumphs of being an Asian woman in leadership

And much, much, more!

Connect with Ari Krzyzek: 

LinkedIn

Chykalophia Website

Connect with Your Hosts:

The Meade Company 

Jeff Meade

Fearless Foundry

Madeline Reeves

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Creative Friction is a podcast for creatives and agency owners seeking honest and practical guidance on how to grow their business. Tune in for new episodes the first Friday of the month!

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