EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 1H 24M

#784 Mike Smalls

from The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas · host Kelly Cardenas

What happens when technology meets creativity in one of the most detail-driven industries on the planet? In this episode, I sit down with Mike Smalls, co-founder of BLOOM Vision, to explore how AI is revolutionizing not just business—but artistry, efficiency, and the way ideas come to life.This conversation started as a surprise—I brought Mike into the studio without much runway. What followed was an eye-opening, deeply human conversation that flowed from tactical innovation to life’s biggest questions. We talked about AI, problem-solving, legacy, and even the reality of death—and somehow landed it all back into how we build things that truly matter.At the center of it all is BLOOM Vision—a game-changing platform designed specifically for wedding florists and event planners. Imagine being able to create photo-realistic floral mockups in minutes instead of hours… refining designs on the fly… and presenting your vision to clients with total confidence. That’s what BLOOM Vision delivers.And here’s the real kicker—florists using BLOOM Vision are booking 20% more weddings. That’s not just a tool… that’s transformation.Mike breaks down how intentional systems, smart use of AI, and clear thinking can take something incredibly complex—like custom floral design—and make it simple, scalable, and wildly effective.What stood out most? Mike doesn’t just build technology—he builds clarity. And in a world that’s only getting faster and noisier, that might be the ultimate advantage.In this episode, we cover:How AI is transforming creative industries like floral designTurning hours of work into minutes with the right toolsThe power of visual storytelling in closing more clientsWhy systems and simplicity outperform hustle and chaosA real conversation about life, death, and building a legacyHow innovation creates both efficiency and opportunity