For Tomorrow’s Creative Business Leaders

Led by pioneering designer, author, and CEO Maria Giudice, Hot Studio helps teams and leaders discover their own path to success.

MBA MEETS MFA

Hot Studio is ideal for business leaders looking to unlock creativity, and creative leaders navigating the business side of the business world.

ALL LOVE. NO BS.

Once described as “where tough meets love,” Maria’s approach cuts to the core of issues standing in the way of teams and leaders.

AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP

Maria helps you meet the challenges facing you and your team by focusing on your unique strengths and abilities.

— SERVICES —

Coaching >

Designed as an ongoing process of transformation, Maria offers 1:1 coaching, as well as small group coaching for teams and peers.

Speaking >

A crowd favorite at conferences like TEDx and Mind the Product, Maria’s talks draw on her 30+ years at the forefront of business and design.

Teaching >

Through classes and workshops, Maria and an extended network of creative leaders create a fun, safe environment for teams to learn about and explore new ideas.

— LATEST UPDATES —

Changemakers is available now! >

Our latest book, Changemakers: How Leaders Design Change in an Insanely Complex World is available now both in print and audio versions.

Latest Podcast: >
Design Leadership & the Art of Driving Change

Maria’s journey — from building Hot Studio to leading design at Facebook and Autodesk — has shaped her perspective on what it takes to make a design impact in large organizations.

MARCH 20, 2025

  • "Maria is a true gem. In twenty years of practicing design, I have not come across a more inspiring, thoughtful and compassionate coach. Her unique blend of life experience and professional expertise is priceless, and her guidance has been transformative for me."

    PETER GOULD, CHIEF DESIGN OFFICER

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