We had the good fortune of connecting with Jessica Ann and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jessica, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?

Oh, I love this question because it’s a reminder of my “why” for starting my agency: I was deeply invested in building my career right after college…trying out all the “dream jobs” at a very young age. I worked in national news in Washington, DC while still in college – an incredible opportunity that gave me a unique lens into how media companies communicate. But I noticed a disconnect between what was shown on the news and what was really going on behind the scenes.

What really lit me up was hearing the raw, brilliant (and positive!) stories. These stories got buried under fear mongering, and often never got told at all.  That’s when I realized: there’s a massive gap in the market for helping visionaries tell their unique story in a way that resonates.  My intuition guided me to start publishing my thoughts about marketing, technology, and consciousness online – and my blog grew pretty quickly. And then I launched my podcast and my business took off.

These early days of blogging led me to create TechStory Studios—a company focused on helping founders and brands humanize their narrative, clarify their message, and connect more deeply with their audiences.

It’s not just about marketing—it’s about creating emotional clarity around complex innovation. I wanted to build a studio that speaks both the language of technology and the language of people, and that’s exactly what we do.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?

Tech Story Studios is a boutique marketing agency specializing in helping tech companies and thought leaders clarify their voice, deepen emotional connection with their audiences, and grow through strategic storytelling. My company helps founders turn complex tech into crystal-clear narratives so the world pays attention.

Tech Story Studios believes that humanity is not a liability in business—it’s the strategy.

And I wrote a whole book on this very topic called Humanize Your Brand: How to Create Content that Connects with Your Customers.

Whether it’s launching a podcast, crafting high-converting websites, or managing investor communications with emotional intelligence, Tech Story Studios brings nuance, precision, and soul to every project. As a result, we’ve helped clients raise $12million, built targeted audiences, and grown brands into name-brand powerhouses. I love helping my clients navigate the online space and leverage social media platforms, brand partnerships, earned and paid media to get their story out in a meaningful way.

Credit and Recognition: 

My podcast, The Art of Humanity, is a tribute to my mentors and colleagues who have inspired me. It expands consciousness and helps to evolve humanity’s new paradigm. I’ve interviewed some incredible heart-led creatives and teachers. These conversations offer listeners a multidimensional approach to humanity and marketing, with unique perspectives not found in mainstream narratives.

 

Any great spots you’d like to Shout Out? 

My miniature dachshund and I love to adventure throughout San Diego! We moved here primarily for the surfing and the beautiful weather. Torrey Pines, Annie’s Canyon, and Blue Sky Preserves are some of my favorite local hiking spots.

The rooftop deck at Monarch in Del Mar hosts a poetry slam each sunset…a beautiful reminder to appreciate the magical SoCal life. I enjoy the Mexican food at Tamarindo in Del Mar, pizza at “allmine” in Oceanside, hand rolls at Temeki Bar Sushi in Encinitas, and of course can’t forget to shout out Everest Himalayan for the best Indian!

Website: www.techstorystudios.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beingishuman

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@techstorystudios

Podcast: www.artofhumanity.io

 

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