About The Storyteller’s Platform

Make an impact with your work

Welcome to the hub that helps individuals and organizations make their dreams happen.

The Storyteller’s Platform is for everyone who wants to make an impact with their work in their own unique way.

Build the future you envision

The Storyteller’s Platform was built on the belief that every person has a unique story to shape, live, and tell. Even, or especially, in the AI era. I’m not against AI. It can be incredibly useful for certain purposes (and since strategy is one of my strengths, I can also tell you which ones). But it’s not the silver bullet many believe it to be. I see a major opportunity for people to distinguish themselves by going all in on their humanity.

My stance: technology can support you in many different ways… without dictating who you are, what you stand for, and how you talk or write.

Your vision and dreams are yours.

If you dare to dream big and aren’t ready to give up on your vision, The Storyteller’s Platform is your go-to hub.

If you need inspiration or guidance, subscribe to the podcast and magazine. It costs nothing and gets you very far. Every week, my guests and I share insights and advice you can use to take real steps toward your goals.

If you’re ready to accelerate your impact, have a look at the options below:

For you

Are you a purpose-driven creative, entrepreneur, or subject matter expert?

Explore the tools and 1:1 services that will help get your work out there and make a difference.

Develop your skills

For organizations

Are you a communications professional, founder, or CEO looking to maximize your organization’s impact?

Let’s work together to achieve your goals.

Maximize your impact

The story behind The Storyteller’s Platform

Hi, I’m Annalisa Koukouves, the founder of The Storyteller’s Platform.

Over the past 16+ years, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals and more than 200 organizations make an impact with the work they believe in. Entrepreneurs, CEOs, thought leaders, authors, filmmakers, scientists, consultants: name a job title, and I’ve probably worked with them.

With my guidance, they’ve built their platforms and reached their audiences. I’ve helped them develop effective strategies and given them concrete tools to step into their power and get the most out of themselves. And I’ve made sure they could sustain their success over time while staying inspired.

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In the meantime, I’ve continued to expand my own business into an ecosystem with several subbrands, including The Storyteller’s Platform. The common denominator is my mission: to help people and organizations make a positive impact in their own unique way, using their talents and skills.

Through The Storyteller’s Platform, I’m sharing the unique knowledge and experience I’ve gained.

If you have a dream or goal you believe in, I hope this platform will help you build the future you envision.

Annalisa Koukouves

Storyteller, producer, strategist, entrepreneur

  • 16+ years of experience
  • Developed podcasts, short documentaries, and publications
  • Helped hundreds of impact-driven people translate their stories into strategies, videos, podcasts, and copy
  • Worked with 200+ organizations (ranging from corporations and startups to cultural institutions and universities) to support them in achieving their vision
  • Work has appeared in leading media outlets, including Script Magazine, Pipeline Artists, and Thrive Global
  • Trusted brainstorming partner for executives and founders on all things communications
  • Led workshops and seminars on storytelling, strategy, and impact

Core values: what The Storyteller’s Platform stands for

Core values are often impalpable. I like to walk my talk, so I’ve carefully defined The Storyteller’s Platform’s core values. And I live by them. They serve as a compass for every decision and conversation.

Connect

I listen. To stories, contextual information, and the silence between words. By taking time to understand people, I create real connections.

Get inspired

Inspiration helps people turn their words into action. That’s why I make sure to stay inspired. And I actively look for ways to keep inspiring everyone who’s connected to The Storyteller’s Platform.

Be authentic

I’m showing up as myself and ask my clients, collaborators, interviewees, listeners, viewers, and readers to do the same. Your unique story and voice make you you. I want The Storyteller’s Platform to be the place that reminds you of that.

Blend depth and humor

Substance and laughter go hand in hand. I love to infuse a little wit into life’s deepest questions. It makes conversations more enjoyable and stories more engaging.

Make an impact

I’m on a mission to help people make a positive impact in their own unique way, using their talents and skills. Whether they’re solo impact makers or work at organizations, I’m here to support them in building the future they envision.