Fabulist

In this episode of The Fabulist, Joel Pilger sits down with three powerhouse studio founders—Shawna Schultz (Mass FX Media & 38th and Post), Katwo Puertollano (rezonate), and Samantha Louise (Versus)—to explore what happens after you’ve built a successful studio. 

What do seasoned founders build once the studio is humming? How does leadership evolve from momentum to meaning? And how do these founders define success on their own terms? 

This conversation dives into the second act of creative entrepreneurship—from launching new ventures to leading quietly behind the scenes—and offers a rare glimpse at how these visionary women are redefining purpose, growth, and legacy. 

What is Fabulist?

Go behind the scenes of the world’s most disruptive studios and production companies — to discover the business stories fueling these industry creative powerhouses.

Hi, I’m Joel. I lead the global movement of studios mastering the art of the business. Whether you run a studio in motion, animation, live action, sound, or experiential, this is the show unlike any other. Join the movement at http://joelpilger.com.

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