Early in 2006, I knew it was time to recreate our website as it no longer captured who we are now at Bikram Yoga San Jose. After three years, we have really matured and the website is a very important tool that is the next best thing to the one on one, in the studio, communication we have with all our members. Working with Yoga Business Coach, Alon Sagee, helped to formulate an invitation that put words into the essence of who we are as a new student, member, staff member at BYSJ. He then introduced me to Michelle Martello of Minima Designs after combing through many websites and doing a sifting of the pros and cons. Right away, Michelle was super to work with as the three of us would conference call and put together ideas on an ideal website. Michelle was super receptive to my long list of wants. I drew up a draft of the items that I thought would make us unique and comprehensive. Michelle took those ideas and just ran with it. It is rare to find someone who can articulate and graphically depict the exact idea/vision that someone else is trying to convey. Michelle did so brilliantly and had many ideas of her own that were over the top in terms of the look, use, and ease. And, to make matters even more challenging, Michelle is located in Virginia with a three hour time difference. And, she was the one to stay punctual.

In the end, with the guidance of Alon and great photos from Kyle at Hands On Photo, the end result is such a high quality product that is getting such rave reviews. I tell everyone that we could not have created such a piece when we opened as it really describes so well who we have become in the 4 years. It respects Bikram and this method of yoga, it says expertise and reliability, it says community and welcome to any and all and it inspires. I am grateful.

Michele Vennard, Owner • Bikram Yoga San Jose

We ended up with a site that is user friendly and better looking than I ever expected. We are constantly getting compliments and our students love its accessibility and clean design.
Kyra Sudofsky, Owner • Inspired Yoga

Michelle combines artistic creativity with down-to-earth execution. Her level of professionalism and enthusiasm for the design process is beyond compare and even in stressful times she is a delight to work with. I will forever sing her praises!
Joy Burch, Owner • Inward Bound