magnetic messaging, inspired by lived experience.

the ampersand story

Novelist Richard Powers once said, “The best arguments in the world won’t change a person’s mind. The only thing that can do that is a good story.”

I founded Ampersand Copy and Content with one clear mission: to help purpose-driven, socially conscious B2B brands use their stories to deepen connection and create real change. 

I always knew I wanted to work with words. From a young age, I felt the magnetic pull of a powerful story—its unique ability to inspire, inform, and connect. Stories moved me in a way nothing else could, sparking both my imagination and asking my favorite authors: How could I do what they did—and get paid for it?

But early on, I was told I’d never make a career out of writing.

Rather than deter me, those words lit a fire. I set out to prove them wrong, exploring one industry after another and picking up new skills along the way. Over 20 years later, and after writing for over 70 brands, I now bring a well of experience to the table that lets me see the big picture in marketing—the ecosystem where every piece matters, where small details elevate and storytelling connects.

The truth? Lived experience is magnetic.

Through that experience, I learned one simple truth: words are vital. They create worlds, change minds, and spark movements. Just imagine a world without them—no iconic movie lines, no books to escape into, no speakers to inspire us, and no website copy to guide us.

In 2021, I took all those hard-won insights, the wisdom and depth from two decades in writing and brand strategy, and officially launched Ampersand Copy and Content. Like the best stories, my journey has come full circle. Today, our job is to help purpose-driven brands tell stories that cut through the noise, deepen emotional connection, and build communities rooted in shared values.

For the last 20+ years, I’ve made it my mission to tell stories that matter. That means genuinely caring about each project, about you, and about the success of your brand. Care and connection are everything. People want to feel heard. Our job is to take care of the details, understand your vision, and help you bring it to life.

The irony? When I first launched Ampersand, I tried to follow the crowd. I thought if I just did what everyone else was doing, I’d be fine. But my real edge was the one thing only I could bring to the table: my story.

It’s a story of resilience, relentless curiosity, and a commitment to making the world better through words. Now, I help socially conscious brands do the same. My team and I would love to work with your mission-driven brand to:

• Craft transparent, honest messaging that aligns with ethical values.
• Develop authentic content that fosters long-term, meaningful relationships.
• Strategize narratives that keep audiences engaged and communities growing.
• Reflect a genuine commitment to their causes, building a trust that lasts.

We believe the best brands use stories to engage deeply, making customers feel heard, valued, and inspired. And, incidentally, they’re the brands people want to buy from.

So, let’s make caring cool again. If you’re ready to bring your mission to life through storytelling, let’s do it together.

Meet your co-pilots

And I’m Brittany Brown! With a background in international relations and communications, I have spent a decade writing powerful copy tailored to audiences of all kinds. As an expat in South America, I worked on foreign policy cables for the State Department, grant proposals to the United Nations, and fundraising appeals to an international donor base.

These days, the calls-to-action I write are designed to help mission-driven brands grow and thrive. And the best tool in my toolkit? Your brand story.

Whether it’s writing web copy for innovative tech brands, emails for powerful female entrepreneurs, or brand storytelling assets for craft whiskey distilleries, I love to bring brands to life through poignant copy that delivers results.

When I’m not copywriting, wrangling my four kids, or exploring the trails of Missoula, Montana, I volunteer with organizations fighting to end gun violence in America.

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