You don't need to figure this out alone. And honestly? You shouldn't.
A private mastermind for video business owners who are past the "can I make this work" stage and into the "okay, how do I actually grow this" stage — without burning out, guessing, or Googling your way through every big decision.
12 spots · Applications reviewed as they come in
"We just hit one million dollars in our business, and a lot of the success is attributed to being in this group of people."— Wes Wages
Here's the part nobody warns you about: the stuff that got your business off the ground is not the stuff that takes it to the next level.
You figured out how to land clients, deliver good work, maybe hire a person or two. But now you're the bottleneck. Every decision runs through you. You're working more hours than you'd admit to your spouse, and you've got this nagging feeling that you're winging the big stuff — pricing, hiring, what to say yes and no to.
The cruel irony is that the more successful you get, the lonelier it gets. Your team can't help you with this. Your friends don't really get it. And generic business advice from people who've never run a video company feels like wearing someone else's shoes.
A few steps up the same mountain
I'm Ryan Koral. I run a 7-figure video production studio, and I've spent years coaching owners like you. People sometimes call me a Sherpa, which I'm fine with — because the whole point is I've already hiked the part of the mountain you're staring up at.
And here's the thing: I'm in masterminds myself. I've put over $50k into being in rooms with people smarter than me, because I know what it's done for my business. I'm not selling you something I don't buy myself.
Here's what you get
Two 80-minute calls a month
Hot seats, group updates, and the occasional bonus teaching session.
Personal hot seats
Your business under expert eyes, on a regular basis, getting help exactly where you need it.
Direct access to me
As a member, you're one of my highest-priority people. I'm an open book.
Unlimited Voxer
Stuck mid-week? Send a vox anytime and you'll get a real answer to keep you moving.
Private group chat
Your people, on call between sessions. Ask questions, share wins, get backup.
Every call recorded
Stop taking frantic notes. Show up, be present, re-watch later.
In-person retreat
2–3 days somewhere warm in the U.S. or Mexico, hanging out and masterminding in real life.
What changes when you stop going it alone
- Get clear on your pricing, positioning, and what makes you the obvious choice
- Grow your income without "hustling harder" or piling on more hours
- Have a safe room to ask the dumb questions and celebrate the big wins without feeling like you're bragging
- Always know the next right move instead of staring down twelve options
- Build the kind of confidence that only comes from not deciding everything solo
They stopped winging the business side
"Ryan helped me step into my role as 'Business Owner.' In just a few months I was able to double my rates — plus, I'm able to enjoy my business again. I'm happier and my team is happier since Ryan helped me with my business."
"We just hit one million dollars in our business, and a lot of the success is attributed to being in this group of people."
"The Studio Sherpas Mastermind has made a tremendous impact on our business over the past year. The regular calls have led to consistent improvement and a community of like-minded studio owners collaborating to deliver better results for our clients — at a higher profit."
What members pulled off this year
Real wins from this year's calls. Names left out to protect the humble.
Recorded live at Onward Summit 2026: current and past members on what the Mastermind has changed for them.
Members share how the Mastermind has shaped their business — and their lives.
Why members trust Ryan to lead this group
Every year we end the Mastermind with a "Burning Ears" session — the group talks about someone as if they're not in the room. No scripts, no prompts, just honest conversation about impact and leadership. This year, they turned the spotlight on me. Here's what they said.
Questions past members have asked
Not sure your question is big enough for a room like this? Here's what members brought to their hot seats this year. Every one got real answers from people who'd been there.
How do I justify a $24K quote when the client's budget is $3,500?
My cold emails get replies. Why do the conversations die after that?
I'm the bottleneck in my own business. What do I hand off first?
Clients love the idea, then wait a year to buy. How do I create urgency?
I've been at the same revenue for 10 years. What now?
Do I hire the junior producer who fits, or the senior one who's ready now?
A client wants the raw footage and is threatening legal action. Do I hand it over?
I just had a record year. How do I reinvest without betting the business?
Summers are dead every year. Should I start a second brand?
Production is the part I hate. Can I stop doing it?
Bring yours. Apply below.
This isn't for everyone
The group's capped at 12, so I'm honest about fit. This is for you if:
- You're earning at least $100k/year in your business
- You can comfortably afford the investment
- You'll actually show up — distraction-free — for the 80-minute calls
- You're coachable (most people think they are; fewer actually are)
- You're the kind of person who gives as much as you take — sharing ideas, encouragement, and the occasional honest challenge
12 spots · Applications reviewed as they come in
The year runs January to December, so your 12-month commitment kicks off at the start of the year. When it's up, you don't re-apply or re-up: your seat simply continues, and ideally you'll commit to another 12 months with the same group.
That's less than you'd pay a freelance editor for a single project — except this doesn't disappear when the project ends. Instead of one editor, you've got a room full of people who've already solved what you're stuck on. It compounds.
The members above didn't double their rates or cross a million by accident. One good decision in here pays for the whole year.
Good questions, honest answers
What if I'm not sure I'm big enough yet?
If you're consistently earning $100k+ and the bottleneck is you — not lack of clients — you're in the right range. If you're still hunting for steady work, this probably isn't the right room yet, and I'd rather tell you that now than take your money.
How much time does this actually take?
Two 80-minute calls a month, plus however much you want to lean on Voxer and the group chat between sessions. The retreat is 2–3 days once a year. It's built for people running real businesses — not another thing to fall behind on.
When does it start, and how long is the commitment?
The commitment is 12 months at $500 a month, and it runs with the calendar year, so it kicks off in January. After your first year there's nothing to re-apply for and nothing to re-up: your seat simply continues. Ideally, you'd commit to another 12 months with the group.
What if I join and it turns out it's not a fit?
I review every application specifically so we both avoid that. If it's clearly not working, we'll have an honest conversation. I'm not interested in keeping someone in a room they don't belong in.
Is this just another Facebook group?
No. Facebook groups are where good intentions go to get ignored. This is 12 vetted owners, twice-monthly live calls with hot seats, direct access to me, and a yearly retreat. Small, active, and accountable on purpose.
Where's the retreat, and is it extra?
Somewhere warm in the U.S. or Mexico, 2–3 days of hanging out and working on your business together. Your travel and lodging are on you; the experience itself is part of being a member.
Hope we get to work together.
Applying doesn't mean you're in. My team reviews every application, and if it's a fit, we'll reach out with next steps. No hard feelings if the timing's not right.
Honestly, I respect you for even considering it. The Mastermind has been one of the best investments I've made — for my business, and for the life it's let me build with my wife of 20+ years and our three kids.
Hope we get the chance to work together.