DOCUMENTARIES FOR FOUNDERS

Share the story only you can tell.

Your journey is one-of-a-kind, built on vision, grit, and moments that changed everything. We create cinematic documentaries that preserve your story in your voice, turning your experiences into a powerful, lasting record for your family, future leaders, and the world beyond.

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Your Story Is Bigger Than Business

Every great company starts with a story worth remembering. Not just numbers and milestones, but real people, tough calls, risks that paid off, and values that never wavered.

We create founder-focused documentaries that go deep. We take the time to understand your journey and turn it into something powerful—something that teaches, inspires, and honors the work you’ve put in.

Whether it’s for your family, your team, or the people coming up behind you, this is your story. Told with honesty, care, and the respect it deserves.

A Collaborative, Hands-On Process

We guide you through every step—from the initial conversation to the final cut. Our approach is personal, discreet, and built to make you feel comfortable sharing your story in your own words.

Service List:

  • Legacy-focused story strategy & interview planning
  • Founder coaching for relaxed, natural delivery
  • On-location, cinematic film production
  • Personal B-Roll and historical photo integration
  • Original music, narration, and final mastering
  • Delivery optimized for family archiving, events, or sharing with leadership

Why Founders Choose Documentary Storytelling

Founders commission these films to preserve their legacy, pass on wisdom, and reflect on the journey they’ve built. Here’s why these documentaries matter:

Cinematic & Compelling

A beautifully produced film that feels as meaningful as the story itself.

Legacy-Driven & Thoughtful

Your wisdom and worldview, recorded for your family and future generations.

Personal & Reflective

We capture your voice, personality, and presence in a way no book or speech can.

Deeply Meaningful

This isn’t marketing, it’s memory. A true portrait of what you’ve built.

Timeless & Shareable

A legacy artifact your family, community, or successors can return to again and again.

Project Snapshots of Documentaries for Founders

ABOUT OUR FOUNDER

Meet Sam Coates

Sam brings clarity and curiosity to the table, drawing out honest, meaningful conversations with people who’ve built something worth paying attention to. it’s a deep dive into decisions, turning points, and the values that drive people forward.

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Testimonials

Kind Words from Our Clients

Testimonials

Kind Words from Our Clients

Sam, All have been impressed with your product, as have I. I am very glad we ran on to you. You quickly create personal relationships. That is a gift. Your video will tell our story much better than we can in person. I believe our return will be 100 times our investment, and it will also build stronger relationships with current associates and help us attract new superstars.

Gerry Wiegmann

FOUNDER
WIEGMANN ASSOCIATES

I appreciate the intensity and passion you have brought to this process

Grant McGee

EVP, COMMERCIAL
AUTOZONE

The preparation was great, the filming was great, the delivery was great.

TOM KAIDEN
SVP,
INTERNATIONAL PAPER

We did the story behind my family and building ViaQuest. It was a great experience that my kids can pass down through the generations

Rich Johnson

We watched the video as a family this weekend. GREAT WORK! Video had us in tears, laughter, sharing additional stories; even brought up additional commentary and fun facts that Dwight & Ruth shared with us. Thanks again for staying on top of us to coordinate that, I’m really glad we now have this keepsake.

COLE RICHARDS

Accurate, Honest, Authentic, Not Hyped Up
The word “HOME-RUN” was said a lot afterward. Everyone absolutely loved the video.

KEVIN REED

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