Interviews

Flesh Beauty on Community Building

Authenticity and uplifting your followers can go a long way.

Seed Decodes Science on Instagram

The probiotics company makes science engaging.

How Act + Acre Stays Ahead

Act + Acre's Head of Content dishes on how she stays ahead of the curve.

ClassPass Talks Social Media Growth

Head of Social & Content, Amanda DiAntonio, talks ClassPass social media strategy.

Planoleaders: Vogue

Vogue's Lucie Zhang dishes on the storied publications social media strategy.

Vintner's Daughter Growth Strategy

April Gargiulo of Vintner's Daughter discusses social media growth and brand strategy.

Meet the Creator: Bre Cruickshank

Bre Cruickshank of Radical Girl Gang is creating equitable spaces where women can prosper.

Planoleaders: Billboard

Billboard's Social Media Manager

Influencer Chats: Dylan Benjamin

Dylan Benjamin talks about his life as a blogger and how to navigate the influencer space.

Planoleaders: Food52

An inside look at Food52.

Planoleaders: Glow Recipe

The desire to publish premium content is at the top of the list for today's leading marketers..

Instagram's New @Creators Profile

In the 9 years since its inception, Instagram has gone beyond just being a photo-sharing...

Meet the Creators: Justin Wu

With an impressive array of celebrity clients and established brands, Justin Wu is making his..

Planoleaders: Who What Wear

Social media has democratized industries like fashion and beauty by creating a plethora of...

Planoleaders: Wilhelmina

With a storied career and extensive knowledge of the continually evolving digital landscape...

Meet the Creators: Bitte

Maia is the co-founder of Bitte, a small online children’s boutique that focuses on...

Influencer Chats: Look Linger Love

We’re so excited to announce our next Influencer for the Chat Series: Chassity Aull Evans of...

Planoleaders: Dream Hotels

Our featured PLANOLEADER is making digital dreams come true. Enter Lauren Saxe, who is at the..

Follow Her Lead: Modern Mothers

Spotlighting Modern Mothers and Entrepreneurs

Influencer Chats Series: Jane Ko

Welcome to another installment of our Influencer Chat Series! Today, we’ll be talking to Jane..

Behind the Blog: Yoga of Cooking

Rosana is the baker, photographer, and stylist behind her cooking blog, Yoga of Cooking...

Paving the Way for Latinx Creatives

Vanessa Acosta is a Bolivian powerhouse and inspiration for the Latinx creative community in...

Planoleaders: Club Monaco

The fashion industry has endured so much change since the onset of the digital revolution...

Influencer Chats: Grace Atwood

You’re in for a special treat with today’s Influencer of the month for our “Influencer Chat...

Planoleaders: Meg Lewis of GIPHY

In many ways, Instagram's continuous evolution is credited to its growing number of...

Influencer Chats: Ashley Nelson

This second installment of our “Influencer Chat Series” will focus on style & travel, and...

Planoleaders: Sara Haile of Peloton

Bridging the gap between wellness, technology, and retail, Peloton has become a brand to...

Behind the Artwork: Steffi Lynn

Steffi Lynn is a talented freelance illustrator, content creator, and lettering artist....

Branding Beauty with BlinkBar

Tirzah Shirai founded BlinkBar after seeing a need to be met in the lash industry. They...

Influencer Chat Series: Laura Leigh

With an influencer space that’s constantly evolving, growing, and transforming, it’s so...

The Edit with Hannah of Coveteur

As an esteemed fashion editor at the industry-leading platform, Coveteur, Hannah is...

How KAYU Builds a Fair Trade Brand

KAYU is a breath of fresh air in a world of “fast fashion”...

Illustrating Life with Neato Bonito

Michelle Tran is an illustrator and the creator of Neato Bonito, a newly landed brand...

A Selfless Business Model

Putting that entrepreneurial spirit to work, I founded Noonday Collection in 2011 to help...

Planoleaders: The Webby Awards

If anyone is an expert in all things internet, it's Jason Brickhill — the Social Media...

How to Fund Your Child's Dreams

Mimi Chan is founder of Littlefund, a modern gifting platform that allows you to send and...

Building a Brand On and Offline

Nannie Inez is an Austin-based home decor shop that sells a variety of unique products and...

How TULA Grows Through Influencers

TULA is a skincare brand made using probiotic skincare technology. We're happy to be...

Planoleaders: Genius

It would be an understatement to say that Genius has changed the way we look at (and consume)..

Behind the Lens: Karen Rosalie

Karen Rosalie is a photographer, artist, and founder of Rosalie Agency & Rosalie Studios...

Spreading Good News with Branden

Branden Harvey is a storyteller focused on the good in the world. He's the host of...

Supporting Artisans with Pura Vida

“Pura Vida” means “pure life” in Spanish, a Costa Rican philosophy that encourages the...

Building a Community with OV

Outdoor Voices is paving the way for activewear with their focus on authenticity and creating..

Planoleader: West Elm

Our PLANOLEADERS series proves that social media has truly made a dent in how modern...

How Rare Global Reps Influencers

Ashley Villa is the founder and CEO of Rare Global, a premier boutique talent management firm..

Illuminating a Brand with Otherland

Instagram has played a huge role in the growth of Otherland, and they have taken advantage...

Behind the Brand: Otherland

Abigail Stone is the founder and CEO of Otherland, a candle company company that aims to be...

Reshaping the Underwear Industry

Rachel Jones is the founder of Jonesy, an underwear brand that combines style and comfort in...

Dismantling Stereotypes Through Art

Amber Vittoria is a NYC-based illustrator with an impressive client roster including Gucci...

Follow the Leader: @alyssainthecity

The influencer space is booming, and a new generation of tastemakers are leading the charge...

Behind the Brand: Chasing Paper

Elizabeth Rees is the owner and creator of Chasing Paper, a company that creates stylish...

Planoleaders: Kayleigh of M.Gemi

Style, social media, and storytelling are all part of Kayleigh Harrington's job description...

Marketing for Beauty Brands

Sierra Simon is an Account Manager and Digital Content Specialist at Taylor and Pond, a...

Consider the Wldflwrs

Meet Hannah Kroeker, the Social Media Manager for Nashville-based jewelry company, Consider...

A Look into Thrive Creative

Breanna Pair is the creative mind behind Thrive, an online and offline resource for...

Traveling Artist Martina Martian

Martina Martian is a travelling illustrator sought out for her bright colors, flair, and 80s...

A Pastry Chef on Instagram & #IRL

Mafer is the founder of Vainilla, Venezuela's very first French style bakery. She taught...

Behind the Brand: Lilla P

Lilla P got their start in 1998 and have been creating elevated and stylish basics ever since..

The Digital Age of Skin Care

Courtney O'Connor is a licensed esthetician turned marketing director for natural skin care...

Planoleader: Erin Silver of Volvo

Today's PLANOLEADER has called upon her experiences in the fashion industry to cultivate...

Planoleader: theSkimm

Sophia Sherry has found herself at the intersection of news, communications, and social media..

Behind the Blog: Jen Pinkston

Jen Pinkston is the founder of The Effortless Chic, a lifestyle blog featuring a lovely...

Content Club: Dessert Goals

Liang Shi is the Creative Director and Experience Designer of Dessert Goals, which is...

Behind the Lens: Hannah Koehler

Hannah Koehler is a commercial photographer currently based in Austin, TX. She captures...

Planoleader: The Wing

Isabel McWhorter-Rosen has always been at the crossroads of different creative industries....

Taking Pinterest International

Evelyn Obamos is the International Program Manager for Pinterest, where she focuses on...

Local Milk: The Art of Slow Living

Beth Kirby is the creator behind the lifestyle and recipe blog, Local Milk. Her writings span..

Planoly's Content Club: Go Live HQ

As our Content Club series continues, we're excited to introduce more change-makers who are...

Sprouts: Kaling the Instagram Game

Robby Harrington is the Social Media Marketing Manager at Sprouts and he creates content that..

Designing a Mama's Life

Keira O'Mara is the founder of Mama Designs, a company based in the UK that has been creating..

A Calligrapher's Guide to Instagram

Laura Hooper got her start with calligraphy at an early age, and her career has been...

Behind the Brand: Active in Style

Krissy Derrick is the Marketing Manager for London-based activewear brand, Active in Style....

Behind the Lens: Bridget Badore

Bridget Badore is a Brooklyn based photographer from a small town called Pennellville in...

Colorful Marketing with oVertone

For anyone who has wanted gorgeous, vibrantly colored hair without a permanent commitment...

Planoleader: (RED)

The immense opportunity that comes with social media isn't lost on today's featured...

Celebrating Women w/ #BossBabesATX

Jane Hervey is the founder of the networking group for self-identified women in Austin, also...

Harlow & Grey Galentine’s Guide

Harlow & Grey designs beautiful modern party goods inspired by fashion, graphic design, and...

Planoleaders: Supergoop!

Innovative brands need equally innovative content strategies, and that's where Britany...

Planoleader: Daniel Wellington

Kara Zawacki is playing an essential role in the transformative shift the influencer...

From Banking to Blogging

Heidi Nazarudin is the founder of The Ambitionista, owner of Marque Media digital agency, and..

Behind the Blog: Lexie Couture

Step into the world of pink with Lexie of J’adore Lexie Couture! She’s created her brand...

Planoly's Content Club: Foster ATX

Our Content Club continues with Stephanie Gutierrez of Foster ATX...

The Art of Travel with El Camino

Katalina Mayorga has perfected the art of exploration and created a truly unique experience...

Conveying Your Brand on Instagram

Rose and Thomas of Bittersweet Design are masters when it comes to branding and the success...

Planoleader: Lively

At its core, social media is rooted in building a community...

From Corporate to Creative

Rose and Thomas are the innovative couple behind Bittersweet Design, a design boutique that...

Planoleaders: Bianca Nieves of ADAY

Our PLANOLEADER never underestimates the power of the written word. Enter Bianca Nieves...

How to Plan for the Holidays

Read on to find out tips for hosting a successful holiday party...

How to Share Art on Instagram

Kia Cannons is a master when it comes to marketing her art on Instagram...

Planoly’s Content Club: Chameleon

For this Content Club series, we're featuring Rachel (brand manager) of Chameleon Cold-Brew...

Planoleaders: Bloglovin'

Casey Watson is at the forefront of all things influencer marketing. As the Social Media...

The Journey of an Artist on IG

Kia Cannons is a talented artist, content creator, and dream chaser...

Planoleader: Emily Drewry of Forbes

Emily Drewry is leading the charge in producing content that matters...

Styling Content w/ Cake & Confetti

Meredith Staggers is the blogger, photo stylist, and founder of Cake and Confetti...

Content w/ Your Customer in Mind

Thimblepress is known for their beautiful goods focusing on bright colors, lovely design...

Planoleader: Draper James

Today's featured PLANOLEADER is rewriting the rules when it comes to building a dynamic and...

Social Media & Art w/ Twyla

Twyla is an art company based in Austin, TX and their goal is to make it possible for people...

Planoly's Content Club: Sakara Life

We’re excited to feature Olivia McCurdy-McGee of Sakara Life and Pei Sim of The Paper + Craft..

Buying Art Goes Digital

Tze overcame obstacles when building her company, discovers emerging artists and continues to..

Redefining Beauty with Darling Mag

Darling Magazine embodies everything we love - empowering women, redefining beauty, and...

National Cheeseburger Day @Hopdoddy

Life is too short to miss out on a double cheeseburger. Hopdoddy is Austin’s prize gem...

Planoleaders: Larissa May

From social media strategy to content production, our PLANOLEADER Larissa May has already...

Planoly's Content Club, No. 3

Community is a huge motivator for us at PLANOLY...

How to Curate a Healthy Business

Danielle Sobel is the founder of Austin’s cutest juice shop, Juice Society...

Planoly's Content Club, No. 2

These two women-led companies utilize Planoly and maintain a solid social media strategy...

Planoleaders: CG of StyleCaster

From style to philanthropy, we were interested in learning more about how Christina has...

Curated Decor with Birch and Brass

Brittany Pigorini is the Founder and Creative Director of Birch and Brass, a vintage wedding...

Planoly's Content Club, No.1

At PLANOLY we love getting to know the brilliant content creators and brands who use our...

Meet the Creators: Dessert Goals

Liang Shi is living every sweet tooth lovers dream as the co-founder of @omgdessertgoals...

How to Brand Your Bakery

Social media presence is one of the most important factors for success - especially if...

Tips from a Travel Blogger

Behind the Bakery: Jonathan Caleb

Jonathan Caleb is so much more than a baker...he’s a sugar artist, and we are in awe...

Planoleaders: Alyssa of Domino Mag

The art of great content rests in one's ability to design the perfect feed...

Observing Life with Louisa Wells

Louisa Wells is an NYC-based photographer with an eye for making everyday moments magical...

Food Blogger to Published Author

Jeanine Donofrio is the brilliant mind behind the blog and cookbook @loveandlemons...

NOMI: The Digital Side of Beauty

Nikki Robinson is revolutionizing the beauty industry by providing professional makeup...

Planoleaders: Raleigh of Tictail

Raleigh Norris, who blends PR and social media at her internship with Tictail...

The Life of a Travel Blogger

If ‘dream job’ were to be listed in the dictionary, travel blogger would be written next to...

How to Market Art on Instagram

Inspiration comes in all different forms. For Megan Elizabeth, she finds it through memories...

National Ice Cream Day with Spun

Happy National Ice Cream Day! We celebrate ice cream every day, but today is extra sweet...

From Style Blog to Online Store

Hannah and Zoe, 6ft tall sisters created a following from their fashion sense for tall...

The Style Line: Showcasing Style

From Tumblr to Editorial Powerhouse and Content Consultancy, meet Rachel Schwartzmann...

Meet Mom & Investor: Hitha Palepu

Hitha Palepu is an entrepreneur, author, and activist - she is also an experienced traveler...

Defining Beauty w/ Marianna Hewitt

When it comes to beauty influencers, Marianna Hewitt is at the top of our list. Her blog...

Planoleaders: Swell Bottle

S'well, a women-led company known for their innovative (and beautiful) reusable water bottle...

Crafting Success w/ Local ATX Shop

The Paper + Craft Pantry is a hidden gem in East Austin and is becoming more sought out...

Sugarfina's Marketing Success Tips

Sugarfina's Rosie shares her top tips for branding, marketing, and social media...

Rosie's Sugarfina Candy Empire

We sat down with co-founder, Rosie O’Neill, to hear her story of how Sugarfina came to be...

Behind the Lens: Chelsea Francis

We’re excited to feature local Austin photographer, Chelsea Francis, on the blog...

Planoleader: Jennifer of WholeFoods

Jennifer Heal’s infectious energy and focused point of view adds a true vibrancy in all that...

Amp up Your Visibility and Branding

The author of Branding + Interior Design who is leaving her imprint in the design industry...

Meet the Creators: EmmaRose Agency

Entrepreneurs are an impressive bunch, and Tiffany Tolliver is no exception. She built...

Baking in Style with Jenna Rae Cake

Meet the sisters who are the dream team when it comes to running a successful bakery that...

Beauty and Brains: Anna Petrosian

Most recognizable for her matte lip colors and beautiful eyes on Instagram, Anna Petrosian...

Fostering a Community: Rising Tide

Natalie Franke, the creative behind Rising Tide Society who has an impressive background...

Planoleaders: Rebecca Minkoff

When it comes to the intersection of fashion and digital, Rebecca Minkoff is a true pioneer...

An Organized Life w/ Beck Wadworth

Beck values the importance of organization and is helping others keep their lives productive...

Planoleaders: Edoardo of Stella

Our featured PLANOLEADER serves as Stella McCartney’s U.S. digital, social media specialist...

Shop Visit: Blush Shop

Blush Shop is a chic boutique in the city of Guelph in Canada carefully created and curated...

Planoleaders: Alexandra of Ellevest

Ellevest, a digital investment platform for modern women, is using content as a vehicle to...

Behind the Brand: Sakara Life, P2

Their mantra is “what I think, I create”, and living the Sakara Life means creating healthy...

Planoleaders: Camron PR

Alisa and Sarah share their respective thoughts on PR’s relationship to content, global team...

Bossladies Changing the Narrative

We have been waiting for something as unique as Bossladies Magazine! Meet Chelsea Sonksen...

Behind the Brand: Sakara Life, P1

Meet Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle, the beautiful dynamic duo behind Sakara...

Behind the Blog: By Lisa Linh

Ever wonder about the girl who just does it all? Lisa of By Lisa Linh happens to be one of...

Behind the Blog: Ashley Hargrove

Ashley Hargrove is the style guru and blogger behind the popular fashion blog, @dtkaustin...

Planoleaders: Spoon University

Lauren Magenta is bridging the gap between content and cuisine which is evident in her work..

Jane Ko's Food Guide to SXSW

Jane Ko is Austin’s top guide for all things food and drink. She runs a successful blog...

Planoly Power Chats x Guy Kawasaki

Guy Kawasaki proves that twenty-four hours in a day is enough time to achieve and fulfill...

Branding with Georgette Packaging

There can be many challenges that small businesses face today, however, Georgette Packaging...

Best Friends for Frosting

Meet Melissa Johnson, the fun-loving woman with the sincerest love for frosting...

Behind the Blog: Margo & Me

Meet Jenny Cipoletti, the stylish globetrotter with a background in Public Relations and...

Behind the Lens: Sisilia Piring

Sisilia Piring, fashion and portrait photographer, has the ability to capture beauty in such...

PlanoLeader: Victoria of Refinery29

In her role at leading media company Refinery29, best known for its cheeky...

Behind the Lens: Taryn Grey

Photographers have a gift for seeing beauty in every angle and detail. Taryn Grey is one of...

Meet the Creators: Local Wolves

Catherine Khom is the founder and editor-in-chief of the online and print publication...

Angela Fink's Style and Sight

Angela is a curator, editor and celebrity stylist who now adds stylish mommy to her...

Meet the Creators: Glitter Guide

Taylor Sterling is the Founder and Creative Director for Glitter Guide, a lifestyle website...

Behind the Brand: P.F. Candle Co.

Kristen Pumphrey is the mastermind behind the handmade candle and home fragrance goods co...

The Pursuit of the Provencial Life

As founder of Provencial Magazine, Grace Taylor is a seeker of all things beauty, intentional..

Shop Visit: Kettle and Brine

Tarica Navarro is the founder of Kettle & Brine, a gorgeous shop nestled in the city of...

For the Love of Food & Photography

Ashleigh’s photos tell a story on their own, but we wanted to dive in even more and...

Behind the Brand: Mel of Sock Club

Sock Club is ahead of the curve when it comes to the sock game, and we love...

Meet the Creators: Sam of @aww.sam

Sam gives us a glimpse into her colorful world, shares her story, how she stays inspired...

PlanoLeaders: Kiki of Huff Post

Kiki holds the esteemed role as the Director of Growth and Analytics at The Huffington Post...

The Art of Social: Peg Fitzpatrick

Peg has an incredible way of simplifying the crazy world of social media, which is why she...

Behind the Brand: Herschel Supply

We were excited to sit down with Sheila of Herschel Supply to discover their brand story...

PlanoLeaders: Camilla of Milk Makeup

Milk Makeup is the essence of a modern beauty brand that calls upon culture, community, and...

The Dish on Sarah of White Oak PR

Sarah values her team above all else, balances her workload, and keeps White Oak thriving...

Sue Zimmerman: An Instagram Expert

Sue is paving the way as a highly sought out business coach, social media strategist, and...

Meet The Creators: Sugar And Cloth

The success story of Sugar And Cloth is anything but a fairytale! Not all those who wander...

PlanoLeaders: Stef of Ink and Pulp

Stefanie has cultivated her path by infusing art, creativity and empowerment as the vehicles...

Meet The Creators: Jeanne Chan

Jeanne shares her story as a Mom, Blogger, and Small Business Owner of Harlow & Grey...

The Buzz on Chameleon Cold-Brew

The folks at Chameleon Cold-Brew is creating a cold-brew revolution, based out of Austin, TX...

PlanoLeaders: Small Girls PR

Mallory and Bianca are leading the charge in modernizing PR for the digital age...

PlanoLeaders: Warby Parker

We were excited to visit Cristina while in her element at Warby Parker’s Soho HQ...

Meet The Creators: Foster ATX

Born out of a love for good food, good music, and great company...

Something Social's LA Guide

From relaxing on the beach in Malibu and exploring every Instagrammable corner...

PlanoLeaders: Visual Country

From bright animated films to beautiful stop-motion campaigns, Amber and Meagan have...

Behind the Blog: Lauren Kay Sims

Lauren has garnered over 110K Instagram followers within two years of launching her blog...

PlanoLeaders: Andrea of Ringly

As advocates for using technology to empower industries and communities like fashion...

PlanoLeaders: Jewels of NY & Cleo

Nestled away in their bright downtown Manhattan studio, Diana and Cleo work on creating fun...

Digital Talk: Darcie Austin Monthly

Austin is a city that seems to be growing faster than it’s own good at times...

PlanoLeaders: John McLaughlin

From illustration to animation, John’s diverse skill-sets and inimitable work ethic have...

Meet the Creators Studio Bicyclette

Studio Bicyclette, a creative studio that aims to help brands and boutique businesses...

Planoleader: Made Real Vodka

From Nasty Gal to NET-A-PORTER, the seasoned marketer has made a name for herself...

Priscilla of Create Cultivate

Create & Cultivate's Social Media Director shares her story, passion, and career advice...

Meet The Creators: Something Social

Calli founded a boutique social media agency, being one of the first trailblazers to recognize...

PlanoLeaders: Rose Mayo of Otte NY

Meet Rose, a bonafide marketing professional who currently heads up Marketing at OTTE New York...

Arianna Wrote This

Arianna Schioldager, a member of the Create and Cultivate dream team, is also a working mom...

Meet the creators: Bloguettes

Bloguettes is the brainchild of Lorena Garcia and Sakura Considine, two best friends who had a...

PlanoLeaders: Arushi Khosla

Instagram has served as a vehicle for content creators and brands of all sizes to cultivate su...

Jane of A Taste of Koko and Food

Austin is quickly becoming known for its amazing restaurant scene, and we are lucky enough to...

How To Stay Creative: The Wild Now

At Planoly, we’re fortunate to be surrounded by amazingly creative individuals in different in...