We had the good fortune of connecting with Ethan Twardosz and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ethan, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
I’ve always wanted to create a business that pushed me to innovate and improve. In high school, I tried online trading in gaming, earning enough to spend time with friends and travel. While the profits were small, it opened my eyes to working with people from around the world. Their stories inspired me, and I knew I wanted to build something that allowed people to share their visions and connect.

The hardest part of starting my business was figuring out how to brand myself. I had a clear vision, but turning it into a brand was tough. Branding is more than just a logo—it’s about creating an identity that resonates with people. Building a website and social media takes time, and the challenge is balancing creativity with consistency. A strong brand has to reflect your values, stand out, and connect with customers.

For my website, I wanted to blend new and old genres. It was tough to decide how to present digital art, photography, film, and other designs. I used blind testers to get feedback, which helped but also made it harder. Finding the right balance and listening to criticism wasn’t easy, but it helped me grow.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
I recently started my business, Creative Bleed, a platform dedicated to promoting and supporting creative individuals across all platforms and perspectives. We work with filmmakers, YouTubers, Instagram influencers, and many others. If they have a passion and a message, we want to help share it.

Starting it wasn’t all too difficult because I am building off of connections that I made throughout my life. I am starting with the people I know and getting references from them to support their friends. In this way, I hope to build a community that builds each other up to have more opportunities.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
My favorite spot in Los Angeles is the Wisdom Tree. It’s a short hike with a bit of cultural history. The tree is the only one on the mountain to survive multiple wildfires and stands tall and alone, overseeing the gorge between Hollywood and the Valley. On the Fourth of July, you can see fireworks from across the city, all the way to Catalina Island.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I want to thank my friends and two important inspirations for my creativity. First is the YouTuber Redoons, who I worked with for several months and who inspired me to do better. Second is my dad, who supported my love of reading and writing by giving me biographies like Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson and Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future by Ashlee Vance. They expanded my vision a great amount and earned my thanks.

Website: https://creativebleed.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ethantwardosz/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-twardosz-1758742a8

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