Gooder Stories — where strategy meets heart — is a podcast for nonprofits looking to amplify their impact through intentional marketing and storytelling.
Hosted by Gail Hataitham, founder of Gooder Creative Studio, the show features honest conversations with changemakers across Canada’s nonprofit sector—people doing meaningful work with limited resources and a lot of heart.
Each episode shares practical insights into how marketing and storytelling can move nonprofit missions forward.
For nonprofit leaders and purpose-driven creatives who want to tell their stories with more clarity, creativity, and confidence.
Gooder Stories — where strategy meets heart — is a podcast for nonprofits looking to amplify their impact through intentional marketing and storytelling.
Hosted by Gail Hataitham, founder of Gooder Creative Studio, the show features honest conversations with changemakers across Canada’s nonprofit sector—people doing meaningful work with limited resources and a lot of heart.
Each episode shares practical insights into how marketing and storytelling can move nonprofit missions forward.
For nonprofit leaders and purpose-driven creatives who want to tell their stories with more clarity, creativity, and confidence.

In this episode of Gooder Stories, host Gail Hataitham speaks with Amanda Schutz, creative director and founder of Curio Studio, about how design and storytelling can transform nonprofit marketing. Amanda shares her journey from a one-woman operation to running a thriving boutique studio, highlighting the role of custom illustration, ethical design, and strong partnerships in amplifying nonprofit missions. She also offers practical tips for creating impactful visuals on a budget and reflects on her experiences founding Canadian Women in Design and supporting purpose-driven organizations with creativity and intention.
Learn More:
Curio Studio: curiostudio.ca
Amanda's Personal Work: amandaschutz.com
Canadian Women in Design: womenindesign.ca