🔥 What does it take to grow a brand from scratch and evolve through chaos? In this gripping episode of Artist Recovery Podcast we sit down with Gareth Robertson, the powerhouse behind GR-aphic Studio (formerly Design Pit). From his kitchen table to leading a full-fledged creative agency, Gareth shares the unfiltered truth about building a business in the ever-evolving world of branding and digital marketing.

👀 IN THIS EPISODE:
💡 How Gareth went from a one-man design studio to running a multi-service creative agency.
📘 The story behind his book "Decade: A Creative Journey in Business" — a raw look at reinvention, growth, and failure.
🧠 Lessons in branding, content creation, and thriving in the digital age.
😷 Pivoting during the pandemic: restructuring, relocating, and still coming out stronger.
🌍 Going eCommerce with Print Pit — a bold leap that expanded his creative reach.
❤️ His powerful fundraising mission for Parkinson’s UK, raising over £15,000.
🏆 From startup hustle to winning “Best Creative Business” — what it really takes.

📈 WHY YOU SHOULD Listen: If you’re a designer, entrepreneur, or just someone chasing a dream, Gareth’s story is packed with real-world lessons, branding gold, and emotional insight. His resilience, innovation, and honesty will leave you inspired — and maybe even spark your next big idea.

🧠 WHO IS GARETH ROBERTSON?

Founder & Creative Director of GR-aphic Studio (est. 2012)

Author of Decade: A Creative Journey in Business

Winner of multiple business awards including Best Creative Business

Creator of the Print Pit eCommerce platform

Connect with Gareth Robertson: https://gr-aphic.uk/
Gareth on Linkedin: / garethrobertson

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