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Why CMOs Are Hiring Chief Storytelling Officers
Lucas and Luna explore the rise of the Chief Storytelling Officer (CStO) role in marketing departments. They look at why companies like Patagonia and Apple have long embraced narrative leadership, and how a growing number of Fortune 500 firms are now creating dedicated storytelling roles to cut through ad fatigue. The hosts break down a 2025 survey from the Association of National Advertisers showing that 22% of large consumer brands have added a CStO or equivalent role, up from just 6% in 2021. They debate whether this is a genuine shift in marketing strategy or just rebranded content…
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