TLDR: A candid look at how proactive marketing, community-building, and long-term vision can transform any brand.
In this episode, Matt sits down with Kelli Miller, marketing manager and community-builder known for her work shaping Dream’s award-winning Brighton development. They dive into what it really takes to shift from reactive, last-minute marketing to intentional, strategic planning - and how that shift creates stronger brands, better customer experiences, and more sustainable results. Kelli shares lessons from building a community literally from dirt fields to vibrant public spaces, the power of authentic imagery, and why experimentation (and even failure) is essential in marketing. They also explore confidence, mindset, and how creative leaders learn to trust themselves through uncertainty.
You’ll hear about:
How to build a proactive marketing foundation that makes future campaigns easier, faster, and more effective.
The role of genuine community-building in creating desire - especially for products or places that don’t exist yet.
Why experimentation matters, how to handle flops, and the mindset that helps marketers adapt without burning out.
Connect with Kelli Miller:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelli-miller-21545152/
TLDR: A practical conversation on how to stop chasing trends and start building digital marketing that actually works.
In this episode, Matt sits down with Harley Rivet, digital marketing strategist and founder of Deep Dish Digital, to talk about what really drives results in a constantly changing industry. Harley shares how two decades in the digital space shaped his “fundamentals first” philosophy, why most businesses confuse activity with achievement, and how to build marketing that’s grounded in strategy - not hype. They also discuss staying power, the pitfalls of trend-chasing, client education, and the realities of running a business in a noisy digital landscape.
You’ll hear about:
How to avoid wasting time on tactics that don’t move the needle - and what to focus on instead.
Why fundamentals like websites, email, and tracking still outperform the “shiny objects.”
How long real marketing takes, and why consistency beats quick wins every time.
Connect with Harley Rivet:
Website: https://deepdishdigital.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harleyrivet/
Welcome to the Studio D podcast. We made this show because we wanted to have more conversations that dig into how people think, work, and make their ideas come to life. We are glad you are here. This show is produced and filmed by the Studio D team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.Connect with us on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/studiodyxe and follow us on Instagram at instagram.com/studiodyxe.