About 918 Studio — AI-Enhanced MVP Development for Startups

We build MVP web and mobile applications for founders, startups, and small businesses looking to launch quickly, validate ideas, and grow without heavy engineering overhead. At 918 Studio, we specialize in crafting high-quality MVPs that help you move fast, test ideas, and scale with confidence. From concept to launch in 6–12 weeks — with clear deliverables and fixed-scope pricing.

Fast, Scalable MVPs Built With Modern Technology

Launching a product is tough — but it doesn't have to be. We've seen too many companies get stuck in endless planning cycles, so we created 918 Studio to help teams quickly validate ideas and bring products to market. With our combined expertise in design, engineering, and product strategy, we reduce time-to-market with AI-accelerated workflows and focus on building lean, scalable, and user-friendly MVPs that give businesses the traction they need to grow.

Explore our services to see how we can help, or book a free discovery call to get started.

Meet the 918 Team

Yes, still human.

Founder

Ryan Peters

Chief Technology Officer

Ryan is a tech leader with a knack for building rockstar teams, tackling complex engineering challenges, and even diving into the code when needed. Oh, and he's also led a successful startup exit.

Founder

Cristina Fernandez

Chief Operating Officer

Cristina is a powerhouse in product and project management, known for building high-performing teams, streamlining workflows, and turning big ideas into real, user-friendly solutions.

Founder

Joey Gross

Chief Design Officer

Joey is a design and UX expert with a knack for crafting intuitive experiences, scaling design systems, and making digital products not just functional but downright delightful.

Our story

How We Started — From Product Leaders to MVP Builders

918 Studio was born from a shared frustration, we've all seen great ideas stall because teams didn't have the right resources to bring them to life. As designers, engineers, and product leaders, we've spent years building and launching digital products, scaling startups, and navigating the challenges of turning concepts into reality. We came together to create a studio that cuts through the noise, helping founders and businesses go from idea to impact — fast.

What we want to achieve

Our Mission — Product Strategy + Execution for SaaS and AI Products

Our mission is simple: to help innovators build and launch great products without the usual headaches. We believe the best way to test and grow a business is with a strong, well-executed MVP — something lean, scalable, and ready for real users. At 918 Studio, we combine strategy, design, and development to turn ambitious ideas into working products that get results. Read our latest insights or get in touch to start your project.

Where We're Based

Kansas City Roots. National Reach.

We're proudly based in Kansas City, Missouri, at the heart of the Midwest tech community — a region known for grit, creativity, and practical innovation. But our work doesn't stop at regional borders.

At 918 Studio, we partner with founders, entrepreneurs, and startups across the United States and around the world. Whether you're in Silicon Valley, New York, Austin, or halfway across the globe, we design, build, and launch scalable MVPs that fit your timeline, process, and vision.

We combine our Kansas City roots with a fully remote development workflow — giving you:

Local commitment, global reach
Flexible collaboration across time zones
Remote product strategy and development expertise
A distributed team that feels like your in-house partner

Being remote doesn't distance us from your success — it accelerates it.

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Let's turn your concept into a working product.

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918 Studio team collaborating on a project