Ripe

08/12/2026

Some clients come to us saying "we just need a logo." That's usually a sign the real work hasn't started yet.

Our creative director Heather Richman breaks down why a logo without strategy behind it is just a graphic, and what our discovery process actually looks like before a single pixel gets designed. New episode of Ripe Insights is live.

https://buff.ly/Tc3R0Er

08/10/2026

Some clients come in with a vision so exciting you don't stop to ask the right questions. Twenty years ago, that was me.

joined the Client Horror Stories podcast to talk about a project that looked like a dream on paper: a cultural ecommerce platform for art, fashion, music, and film. What we didn't know was that the platform was never the real project. We were months in before the truth surfaced, and by then we'd already lived through the chaos.

If you're a freelancer or agency owner, this one's worth a listen. The nightmare isn't always in the code.

https://buff.ly/RXeOW5A

06/23/2026

Thanks for the opportunity Client Horror Stories! It was great chatting with you!

🎬 An awesome quote from an awesome guest!

🎬 Be inspired by one of our latest episode's guest "That time when your client thinks he can sell art online without any digital footprint… (with Chris Simental of Ripe)"

05/03/2026

Tonight we had the honor of celebrating 25 years of Wildwoods LA! 🎉

RIPE has been proud to partner with Wildwoods for over a decade, and it’s been one of the genuine highlights of our work.

This evening also brought another special moment as founder Dwain announced his retirement. Dwain, your vision and dedication built something truly lasting. We’re grateful for every year of partnership and wish you nothing but the best in what’s next. 🌿