Our Story
We help businesses reach the right people and get real results through smart, targeted marketing plans.
We run ads, keep websites ranking high in the search engines through SEO, manage social media accounts, and host websites. Our creative teams ideate, strategize, and design award winning creative through web design, graphic design, branding, and more!
Get to know:
Story Marketing Leadership Team
Ben Pettit
Founder and CEO
Ben is a marketing strategist and entrepreneur with a talent for turning ideas into thriving businesses. He studied music and business at Anderson University. When he’s not leading the agency or running his two eCommerce ventures, he’s refining strategies, chasing big ideas, or traveling with his wife and two children.
Chelsea Valainis
VP & Creative Director
Chelsea leads with the belief that great marketing cuts through the noise—it doesn’t just shout louder. A Greenville native and Clemson alum, she brings big-picture strategy and creative firepower to every campaign, fueled by college football, her husband and daughters, and a passion for making brands stand out.
Jonathan Tribble
Director of Marketing
Jonathan Tribble oversees the creation and execution of marketing plans. With over 20 years of experience in marketing and account management. He holds a BA in Graphic Design from Anderson University and enjoys spending his free time with his wife and two kids watching movies, and eating at new restaurants.
Our evolution
Story began in 2009 with a mission to help businesses share their story through impactful, functional websites. We found our niche in crafting digital experiences that solved real problems—streamlining customer journeys, driving conversions, and delivering measurable results.
But telling just one chapter wasn’t enough. We expanded into strategic marketing, pairing our creative know-how with targeted advertising to help our clients grow. By blending creative and media strategies, we develop marketing plans designed to attract, engage, and convert the right audiences.
Looking ahead, we continue to invest in cutting-edge advertising tools and data-driven insights to empower our clients with clarity and confidence. At Story, we’re more than a marketing agency—we’re a trusted partner, driving growth and innovation as the market evolves.
