Story Partners

06/23/2026

On Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, we join our client, the Institute for Families and Technology (IFT), in honoring the children, teens, and families whose lives have been forever changed by the harms of social media.

We are proud to support IFT's work to advance policies that help create a safer digital environment for children and families. Today, we remember the lives lost, honor the families who have shared their stories, and stand with those continuing to advocate for meaningful change.

To mark today’s remembrance, we encourage you to listen to an episode of Superhuman Podcast. Created by Aaron Ping after the loss of his son, the eight-part investigative podcast explores how powerful technology companies are shaping a system with enormous influence, limited oversight, and devastating impacts on families: https://apple.co/4uRa5AZ

If you're in the D.C. area, we encourage you to visit the Social Media Victims Memorial, which honors children whose lives have been lost or forever impacted by social media harms. The memorial opens to the public today at 4 p.m. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4vVGYNI.

June 23, 2026, Washington, D.C. Public Memorial Viewing 4–5 PM National Press Conference 5 PM Upper Senate Park About Behind the pictures on Snapchat, Instagram, Tiktok, tens of thousands of young people are bullied, exploited, solicited, and even lose their lives. Carson was 16 when anonymous use...

06/19/2026

Podcasting has been around for over 20 years, but it has never been easier to produce. Today, AI platforms handle everything from recording and editing to post-production, allowing creators to deliver studio-quality audio without a professional engineer. As a result, more organizations are leveraging podcasts to delve deeply into complex topics, demonstrate their expertise, and expand their reach.

However, while production has gone mainstream, the true hurdle to success is driving audience engagement—measured by downloads, listens, and views. That is where Story Partners comes in. We collaborate with clients like the Cyber Readiness Institute and the Digital Supply Chain Institute to amplify their podcast engagement. Through precision online targeting, we ensure their insights reach the exact eyes and ears that matter most.

06/16/2026

Senior Account Executives Gabby Cohen and Molly Matthews had a wonderful time attending GlobalWIN’s celebration of Artistic Generosity and the American Artist Abroad at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center.

The exhibition featured works from the Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies (FAPE), highlighting how American artists foster cultural understanding and strengthen connections around the world.

In addition to exploring the gallery, they enjoyed a thoughtful panel discussion on the impact of the arts abroad and the opportunity to connect with fellow attendees—all while celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.

06/12/2026

Edwardian fashion, Irish music, and a literary classic brought to life!

Story Partners Founder and Chair Gloria Story Dittus and Senior Account Executive Gabby Cohen joined Irish Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason for the annual Bloomsday celebration honoring James Joyce’s landmark novel Ulysses. Alongside friends and guests dressed in traditional early 1900s Edwardian attire, they enjoyed live musical performances, connected with members of Washington’s Irish community, and listened to a reading of Molly Bloom’s famous soliloquy, which transported guests to the world of Joyce’s Dublin.

06/04/2026

The media landscape is shifting—and so is the next generation of storytellers.

Story Partners’ client, the National Student Clearinghouse, just released its annual "Final Spring Enrollment Trends 2026 Report.” One of the most fascinating takeaways? A continuing decline in students pursuing 4-year journalism degrees, contrasted by year-over-year growth in public relations majors.

As communications professionals, we see this reflection of the modern media landscape every day. It underscores the growing importance of strategic communications, brand storytelling, and corporate reputation as organizations navigate a rapidly changing environment.

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05/29/2026

Story Partners supported Stronger America Through Seafood (SATS) in elevating awareness around its legislative fly-in to Capitol Hill, where seafood industry leaders educated Congress on the importance of open ocean aquaculture and its role in meeting rising demand for sustainable protein.

Read more in the May edition of Tipping the Scales, SATS’ monthly newsletter: https://bit.ly/4uorYrb

05/28/2026

Senator Lamar Alexander's new memoir THE EDUCATION OF A SENATOR: FROM JFK TO TRUMP has hit The New York Times bestseller list! Last week, Senator Alexander celebrated the release of his book with a series of events and national media appearances in Washington, D.C.

Story Partners is proud to support the Senator and to work alongside Liz Wetzel PR in coordinating national media engagements around this milestone. The week featured conversations with CNN, C-SPAN, FOX News Radio, and NPR’s All Things Considered, along with coverage in The New York Times, POLITICO, NOTUS, CBS News, Tennessean, and Knoxville News Sentinel.

05/20/2026

Senator Lamar Alexander's new memoir, THE EDUCATION OF A SENATOR: FROM JFK TO TRUMP, is officially available and offers a behind-the-scenes look at his career over the last sixty years, spanning ten presidential administrations.

Story Partners is proud to support the launch of Senator Alexander’s new book, including Monday night’s Lamar Alexander Alumni DC Launch Party. The evening brought together former staff, friends, colleagues, and leaders in Washington to celebrate the release of his book.

Be sure to get your copy today, anywhere books are sold.
Order here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Education-of-a-Senator/Lamar-Alexander/9798895656488

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A behind-the-scenes story of the last sixty years of American politics, told with purpose and humor by a political legend who worked with ten presi...

05/06/2026

As we look back at the 13th Annual Washington Women in Journalism Awards, Story Partners enjoyed connecting with our clients, colleagues, and the public affairs community. It was an inspiring evening honoring an esteemed group of journalists who navigate today’s evolving news landscape and shape the industry with integrity, balance, and impactful storytelling.

04/29/2026

Last Thursday, Story Partners was proud to co-host the annual Washington Women in Journalism Awards alongside The Washingtonian. It was an incredible evening dedicated to recognizing four esteemed journalists for their vital contributions to the field.

Beyond the awards, it was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with our clients and colleagues, as well as the journalists, association and business leaders, and policymakers who make this community so dynamic.