#79: Creativity, Collaboration, and Community ft. Stay Fresh
Episode 32 of the Cultivate with Alex Canavan podcast, hosted by CNY Women's Network, titled "#79: Creativity, Collaboration, and Community ft. Stay Fresh" was published on April 21, 2025 and runs 64 minutes.
April 21, 2025 ·64m · Cultivate with Alex Canavan
Summary
In this episode of Cultivate CNY, we’re excited to welcome Jessica Montgomery and Tommy Lincoln of Stay Fresh to the show!For over a decade, Tommy has been the creative engine behind Stay Fresh—a bold and vibrant Syracuse-based agency that blends photography, branding, web design, and public art into unforgettable visual experiences. From massive murals that transform city blocks to brand identities that help local businesses stand out, Tommy’s work is a colorful thread woven through the fabric of Syracuse’s creative scene. Through events like the Stay Fresh Chalk Jam and gallery exhibitions, he’s created space for artists to connect, create, and thrive.Joining him is Jessica Montgomery, a dynamic photographer whose editorial style and infectious energy have added a new dimension to Stay Fresh since she moved to Syracuse seven years ago. With a portfolio that spans fashion, food, and expressive portraiture, Jessica has brought an international flair to the local creative community. Her signature series “31 Days of Halloween” and ability to capture genuine emotion have made her a sought-after visual storyteller for some of the region’s top brands and artists.Together, Tommy and Jessica have built Stay Fresh into a creative powerhouse—collaborating with national names like Kevin Smith’s Jay & Silent Bob Universe and Tell ‘em Steve-Dave, while staying rooted in uplifting local businesses like Glazed & Confused, Syracuse Bicycle, Elevate Fitness, and 1911 Established.In this episode, we dive into their creative journey, the evolution of Stay Fresh, and how art, design, and community can transform the soul of a city.Let’s get into it!Check out the Stay Fresh website!Follow on Stay Fresh on Instagram!If you're a woman professional or business owner in Central New York, get listed on the CNY Women's Network Directory to be seen, connected, and hired. Visit: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/get-...Check out the directory: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/dire...Apply to be a guest on Cultivate CNY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...Connect with Alex Canavan, the host of Cultivate CNY: / alexandra.canavan Follow Cultivate CNY on Instagram: / cultivatecny Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...Follow the CNY Women's Network on Instagram: / cnywomensnetwork Follow the CNY Women's Network on TikTok: / cnywomensnetwork This episode is brought to you by the CNY Women’s Network.CNY Women’s Network is a Syracuse-based media company that prioritizes community and collaboration between woman-owned businesses. We connect, promote, and celebrate businesses in Central New York.Email [email protected] to learn more about how CNY Women's Network can amplify your brand.Join The Collective by CNY Women’s Network, a membership community for growth-minded women: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/memb...Use the code: CULTIVATE10 for 10% off your first month or your first year with The Collective.This episode is brought to you by Diam Media Group: https://www.diammedia.com/This episode is brought to you by Medicine Based Beauty: https://medicinebasedbeauty.com/
Episode Description
In this episode of Cultivate CNY, we’re excited to welcome Jessica Montgomery and Tommy Lincoln of Stay Fresh to the show!
For over a decade, Tommy has been the creative engine behind Stay Fresh—a bold and vibrant Syracuse-based agency that blends photography, branding, web design, and public art into unforgettable visual experiences. From massive murals that transform city blocks to brand identities that help local businesses stand out, Tommy’s work is a colorful thread woven through the fabric of Syracuse’s creative scene. Through events like the Stay Fresh Chalk Jam and gallery exhibitions, he’s created space for artists to connect, create, and thrive.
Joining him is Jessica Montgomery, a dynamic photographer whose editorial style and infectious energy have added a new dimension to Stay Fresh since she moved to Syracuse seven years ago. With a portfolio that spans fashion, food, and expressive portraiture, Jessica has brought an international flair to the local creative community. Her signature series “31 Days of Halloween” and ability to capture genuine emotion have made her a sought-after visual storyteller for some of the region’s top brands and artists.
Together, Tommy and Jessica have built Stay Fresh into a creative powerhouse—collaborating with national names like Kevin Smith’s Jay & Silent Bob Universe and Tell ‘em Steve-Dave, while staying rooted in uplifting local businesses like Glazed & Confused, Syracuse Bicycle, Elevate Fitness, and 1911 Established.
In this episode, we dive into their creative journey, the evolution of Stay Fresh, and how art, design, and community can transform the soul of a city.
Let’s get into it!
Check out the Stay Fresh website!
Follow on Stay Fresh on Instagram!
If you're a woman professional or business owner in Central New York, get listed on the CNY Women's Network Directory to be seen, connected, and hired. Visit: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/get-...
Check out the directory: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/dire...
Apply to be a guest on Cultivate CNY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...
Connect with Alex Canavan, the host of Cultivate CNY: / alexandra.canavan
Follow Cultivate CNY on Instagram: / cultivatecny
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...
Follow the CNY Women's Network on Instagram: / cnywomensnetwork
Follow the CNY Women's Network on TikTok: / cnywomensnetwork
This episode is brought to you by the CNY Women’s Network.
CNY Women’s Network is a Syracuse-based media company that prioritizes community and collaboration between woman-owned businesses. We connect, promote, and celebrate businesses in Central New York.
Email [email protected] to learn more about how CNY Women's Network can amplify your brand.
Join The Collective by CNY Women’s Network, a membership community for growth-minded women: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/memb...
Use the code: CULTIVATE10 for 10% off your first month or your first year with The Collective.
This episode is brought to you by Diam Media Group: https://www.diammedia.com/
This episode is brought to you by Medicine Based Beauty: https://medicinebasedbeauty.com/