Managing Startup Stress: My Advice in Forbes Business Council | Innovated Studios

By Brad Ritti, Founder & CEO, Innovated Studios

2026-07-01

Forbes Business Council asked members how new founders can manage startup stress. My answer was simple. Shrink the problem until it fits on one page. Here is what I mean by that, and why it works far beyond a company's first year.

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Innovated Studios — Creative & Technical Production in Orlando

We build experiences people remember. Innovated Studios is an Orlando-based creative and technical production company. From interactive exhibits and themed environments to custom software and AV systems, we partner with you from concept through commissioning to bring ideas to life.

Our team brings together designers, engineers, fabricators, and software developers. We're proud members of IAAPA, TEA, and the Slice Creative Network.

Our Services

Project Management and Consulting — We take the complexity out of large-scale builds, from budgets and timelines to vendor coordination and on-site management.
Research and Development — Exploring what's next: AR, VR, IoT, computer vision, and emerging platforms. We prototype fast so you can decide with confidence.
Theming and Scenic Design — Theme park-level environments, immersive scenic builds, and detailed fabrication backed by our in-house licensed general contractor.
Software and Interactive Gaming — Custom software, interactive games, touchscreen apps, gesture and motion control, show control, and AV system integration.
Custom Fabrication — Award-winning fabrication: mechanical systems, electronic integration, themed props, custom enclosures, and specialty builds.

Industries We Serve

Theme Parks and Attractions
Interactive Museums and Exhibits
Trade Shows and Expos
Sports and Live Events
Hospitality and Resorts
Corporate and Brand Experiences

Company

About Us — Learn about our company, specialties, and industry connections.
Our Team — Meet the designers, engineers, fabricators, and programmers behind our work.
Our Process — How we take projects from concept to commissioning.
Confidential Work — Our approach to NDA-protected projects.
Careers — Join our team in Orlando.
Contact Us — Get in touch with our team.
Start a Project — Begin your project with Innovated Studios.

Contact Information

Innovated Studios

2456 Commerce Park Dr., Suite 300, Orlando, FL 32819

Phone: (407) 670-0555 | Toll Free: (888) 711-0555

Email: info@innovatedstudios.com

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM (EST)