At Hybrid Studios, great work has always been built on partnership.

Since our founding more than two decades ago, we’ve combined creative thinking, technical expertise, and a shared commitment to helping organizations communicate more effectively through design, technology, and storytelling. Today, we’re proud to share that Hybrid Studios has been renewed as a Virginia SWaM-certified, woman-owned micro business (Certification #699281).

The certification reflects the leadership, creativity, and collaborative spirit that have helped shape our company from the very beginning.

Built on Creative Leadership

Hybrid Studios was founded on the belief that successful projects require both strategic vision and creative excellence.

As CEO and Creative Director, Susan Yates has helped define the company’s identity, guiding branding initiatives, website designs, marketing campaigns, educational programs, and visual communications for clients ranging from federal agencies and nonprofits to associations and small businesses.

Her leadership has been instrumental in building a company culture centered on collaboration, quality, and long-term client relationships.

Renewing our woman-owned business certification reinforces that legacy and creates new opportunities to continue serving organizations throughout Virginia and beyond.

What SWaM Certification Means

The Commonwealth of Virginia’s Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWaM) Business Program is designed to increase opportunities for certified businesses to participate in state procurement and contracting opportunities.

As a certified woman-owned business, Hybrid Studios can more effectively support public agencies, local governments, educational institutions, and organizations seeking to engage diverse suppliers while meeting their procurement objectives.

The certification also strengthens our ability to build new partnerships and continue delivering creative, accessible, and user-centered digital solutions across the Commonwealth.

A Commitment to Accessibility and Inclusion

Inclusivity has always influenced the way we approach our work.

Hybrid Studios specializes in developing Section 508 and WCAG-compliant websites, interactive educational experiences, and digital communications that serve diverse audiences. From healthcare initiatives and public awareness campaigns to nonprofit programs and government services, accessibility remains a core principle of our design and development process.

We believe great digital experiences should be available to everyone, regardless of ability, device, or background.

That philosophy aligns naturally with the broader goals of supporting diverse businesses and creating opportunities that strengthen communities.

Looking Toward the Future

The renewed certification comes at an exciting time for Hybrid Studios.

As we continue exploring new opportunities—including potential international partnerships and an exploratory presence in Osaka, Japan—we remain deeply committed to the values that have guided us from the beginning: creativity, collaboration, accessibility, and service.

Our size has always been one of our greatest strengths. As a boutique agency, we build close relationships with clients, remain flexible in our approach, and bring senior-level expertise to every engagement.

Maintaining our SWaM certification helps us continue that work while opening doors to new collaborations with state agencies, local governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and businesses throughout Virginia.

Thank You to Our Clients and Partners

Milestones like this are only possible because of the trust our clients, partners, and collaborators have placed in us over the years.

We are grateful for the opportunity to support meaningful work that informs, educates, and connects people through thoughtful design and technology. We look forward to continuing that work—and to building new relationships that help organizations achieve their missions in innovative and accessible ways.

The future remains bright, and we’re excited for what comes next.

Hybrid Studios is a Virginia SWaM-certified, woman-owned micro business (Certification #699281) specializing in accessible web design and development, branding, interactive learning experiences, and digital communications.