“Leave it better than you found it.”
This is the story of how my lifelong mantra turned me into a founder.
I worked at nonprofits for the first four years of my career: in the arts, in global development, and in pro bono volunteerism. This early exposure to world changing worked strenghtened my personal ethos: I leave it better than I found it
Fourteen years ago, I moved across the country and transitioned to agency-side and in-house roles. I built and executed strategies for some of the world’s most recognizable household brands—including Starbucks, AT&T, John Deere, Mobil 1, Quaker Oats, STIHL, T. Rowe Price, Atkins Nutritionals, and Generac—as well as small startups and regional leaders like SimplyProtein, New York Bariatric Group, NNIT, MidFirst Bank, and 1st Century Bank.
Consistently, my work made their brands better. Strategies were stronger. Content was better. Loyalty was higher. KPIs were crushed. Crisis were managed. New partnership were forged.
Storied Media LLC brings the sophisticated skills I honed over the last decade for big, well-funded corporate giants back to where my heart started: helping nonprofits change the world.
“The first thing you need to know about Dagney is that she’s outstanding. ...[She] is among a handful of people to whom I would give my highest level of recommendation, without hesitation.”
“Dagney has an intuitive understanding of audience engagement and brand voice, and she knows how to translate that into measurable results. Whether planning content or executing campaigns, Dagney brings both creativity and strategic thinking to the table.”
“What truly sets Dagney apart is how easy she is to work with. She listens, collaborates, and asks insightful questions that clarify the path forward. Even with demanding timelines and complex work streams, she remained dependable, steady, and solutions-oriented.”
“Dagney is a joy to work with. She is deeply strategic and creative, and nothing she does is in a vacuum—she always keeps the larger business landscape in mind. ”
“Dagney is a true partner and standout leader. She pairs her sharp strategic thinking with a deep understanding of social tactics and influencer dynamics, consistently tying content to broader business goals. What truly sets her apart is her ability to build trusted client relationships—balancing creativity and clarity while delivering with integrity.”