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About

A firm built to lead modern public affairs campaigns

An advertising veteran, a messaging expert, a creative director, and a digital strategist walk into a Zoom—to plan for a new agency that would be agile, innovative, and forward-thinking—and Story Strategies Group was born. The team comprises agency veterans from premier Washington, D.C. firms, including Burson, Dezenhall, Edelman, FleishmanHillard, Golin, and Lot 16. Most recently, this team worked together at Story Partners, a boutique public affairs firm. Empowered by Story Partners’ leadership, the team branched out to launch this new agency.

Story Strategies Group helps organizations advance their policy objectives, build their reputations on Capitol Hill and beyond, and shape public opinion. Leveraging deep expertise across a diverse range of industries—including agriculture, cybersecurity, e-commence, energy, healthcare, technology, and travel—we build high-impact campaigns that capture attention, deliver clear messaging, and drive action.

What we do

Our Services

Advertising

A compelling story is only as good as the audience it reaches. We design and execute precision-targeted campaigns across digital, broadcast, and print channels to ensure your message lands with the right people at the right time. By combining strategic media buying with highly engaging, narrative-driven creative, we turn passive viewers into active supporters.

Crisis Communications

When high-stakes moments threaten your brand, timing and clarity are everything. We provide rapid-response crisis management to help you navigate intense public scrutiny, manage fast-moving media cycles, and keep your stakeholders grounded in the facts. Our team works alongside your leadership to defuse immediate risks, take control of the narrative, and map out a clear path to resolution.

Digital & Social Media

The digital landscape moves quickly, but a great story always cuts through the noise. We build and manage your digital footprint with custom content strategies, social media campaigns, and interactive storytelling designed for modern platforms. By fostering authentic engagement and tracking real-time performance, we help your organization build a loyal online community that champions your mission.

Issue Advocacy

Behind every major policy shift, social movement, or community initiative is a narrative that moved people to action. We partner with nonprofits, foundations, and advocacy groups to turn complex issues into clear, urgent campaigns that influence decision-makers and mobilize communities. Through targeted messaging, grassroots coalition building, and public affairs strategy, we help you drive the systemic change you want to see.

Reputation Building

Trust isn't built overnight; it's earned through consistent, authentic storytelling. We help organizations and leaders define their core values, articulate their impact, and build long-term credibility with investors, regulators, and the public. By proactively shaping how the world views your brand, we create a strong foundation of goodwill that supports your growth and shields you from future risks.

Thought Leadership

Your expertise is one of your greatest assets. We help your senior executives and key specialists transition from industry experts to recognized industry voices. Through strategic op-ed placements, keynote preparation, research publications, and targeted media positioning, we elevate your unique perspective to shape the conversations that define your industry's future.