Story North

Two incredible organizations are joining forces to help serve children in Duluth. We partnered with Northwood Children's Services to share the story about Valley Youth Centers and its future with Northwood during the annual "Northwood Night Out" event.

Four years ago this week, Story North was more than just a name born on paper - it was the start of a creative journey that would help countless clients discover and tell their most powerful stories. Since our official launch in June 2021, we've had the privilege of collaborating with international brands, nonprofits, and local businesses to tell hundreds of incredible stories. Now, it's our turn to share our own story! ?? A heartfelt thank you to our amazing team (Jeremy, Billie, Lexi and Meghan) for bringing this to life amidst countless other projects. We are thrilled to present "We Are Story North." ??

The Vikings' C.J. Ham gets the Story North treatment during a stop in Duluth.

We just shipped out the latest Story North newsletter to our wonderful subscribers. ?? A childhood friend with a public relations company on the east coast wrote back "Wish you guys lived closer so you can make some videos for me". Guess what, Juliana Fondacaro? We can and will travel. ?? We pride ourselves in helping organizations in Minnesota, Wisconsin and across the midwest elevate their stories - but we also love working with awesome people and organizations all over the US and beyond. ?? The deliverables we produce for you are good AND our incredible team provides one heck of an experience from beginning to end. ?? Subscribe to the Story Newsletter https://lnkd.in/gNRB-FnR ?? Connect with Juliana Fondacaro (even though she needs to update her Linkedin Page ?? ) --- Story North is the premier cinematic storytelling partner for organizations shaping the future of Northeastern Minnesota and beyond. We utilize a proven, science-backed method to tell captivating and inspiring stories that deliver results. It's this deliberate approach that transforms good content into unforgettable storytelling.

We launched Story North with a clear purpose - to transform how brands connect through visual storytelling. ?? Over four years and hundreds of projects, we've learned a powerful truth: A single video shown once at an event or lost in the Facebook algorithm doesn't serve anyone. ?? That's why we're intentionally evolving into strategic storytelling partners. ?? We're even making the conscious choice to decline opportunities that don't align with this vision. We don't want to just create "a" video. Neither do you. We're committed to helping our partners succeed by: ?? Building genuine brand loyalty through emotional connection ?? Driving measurable market growth through strategic content ?? Creating distinctive visual identities that stand out in a crowded marketplace As your storytelling partner, we work closely with you to: ?? Map your complete narrative ecosystem ?? Identify key storytelling moments across your customer journey ?? Develop a cohesive visual language that strengthens with each piece of content ?? Measure and optimize the impact of your visual storytelling Let's create stories that don't just get seen once, but build lasting connections that drive real business results. --- Story North is the premier cinematic storytelling partner for organizations shaping the future of Northeastern Minnesota and beyond. We utilize a proven, science-backed method to tell captivating and inspiring stories that deliver results. It's this deliberate approach that transforms good content into unforgettable storytelling.

Bridging Hope. 12-year-old Catherine was diagnosed with Leukemia in 2024. Today she is cancer-free thanks to treatment and care at the hands of a powerful partnership between Essentia Health + University of Minnesota. Essentia Health trusted Story North to tell this story of hope and collaboration.

In response to today's challenging world, Carlton County, Minnesota launched an?innovative mental health awareness initiative?partnering with Story North. We created a series of five compelling short films featuring notable community members. Each film takes an intimate look at individuals engaging in their personal self-care activities and hobbies, before revealing their professional roles. This creative approach humanizes these community leaders while emphasizing the universal importance of self-care and mental wellness. The first in the series featuring Rick Breuer, CEO of Community Memorial Hospital, dropped this month.

A bold change for our amazingly creative friends at Giant. Story North was honored to help tell their story as they evolve their approach. We are incredibly thankful for their ongoing partnership when their clients need to elevate their story!

It was great catching up with a number of our partners at Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Duluth & St. Louis Co. Day at the Capitol… and meeting some potential future partners. The energy at the evening grand reception was palpable!

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