In this episode, we sit down with Devin Keaton, founder of Spring Hope Studios, David Keaton, founder of Film Finance Group International (FFGI), and Michael Dallas, the software developer bringing David's innovative ideas to life. Together, they share a fascinating look into how a family’s passion for film, technology, and entrepreneurship is helping shape a new creative hub right here in Nash County.

Devin discusses his background in acting and why he chose Spring Hope, North Carolina as the home for his new studio—a choice inspired by his experiences on The Walking Dead set in Georgia. His journey in the film industry sparked David’s vision to revolutionize film financing, leading to the creation of FFGI, a platform using blockchain and decentralized funding models to make film investment more transparent and accessible. Michael Dallas joins the discussion to explain the software and technological foundation powering this next-generation approach to film finance.

This episode showcases how small-town innovation can have global reach. Tune in to hear how Spring Hope Studios and FFGI are merging creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship to bring new energy to Eastern North Carolina’s economy and creative scene.