Story Partners

Based in Washington, D.C., Story Partners works with organizations and businesses that need to influence policy debates, defend their reputation, or build public support for an issue affecting their industry. The agency traces its roots to Dittus Communications and describes long-standing relationships with clients, some spanning five, ten or twenty years. Its work centers on public affairs and advocacy campaigns, often for clients navigating regulatory or political scrutiny, such as trade associations and industry groups seeking to shape public understanding of their sector. The agency's stated service areas include public affairs, crisis communications, digital and social media, and creative services, alongside the search engine optimization, public relations, social media marketing and digital strategy capabilities listed in its profile. Its case studies describe building political and grassroots support over multi-year campaigns, including a long-running effort to deepen public understanding of the trucking industry and a thought leadership campaign countering misinformation about veterinary medicines on behalf of an animal health association. The agency also produces editorial content, including commentary on media consumption trends, election-season news habits, and regulatory developments such as AI policy, and organizes recognition programs such as an annual awards event honoring journalists. Team members hold roles spanning strategy, account management, and finance, reflecting a structure oriented around senior counsel paired with day-to-day account execution.