Story Keepers fosters artists who tell authentic stories in new ways — stories grounded in community, curiosity, and care.
We began with a simple belief: stories have the power to bring people together. Rooted in queer creativity and community imagination, we create experiences that move beyond the stage, page, or screen and into the spaces where people live, work, and gather.
Meet the Team
Meet the artists, producers, and community members leading Story Keepers.
David DiGioacchino
(he/him)
Board Chair
David is honored to serve as Board Chair of Story Keeper’s. He guides the board’s strategic vision, fosters collaboration, and helps ensure the organization continues to grow its impact in meaningful and sustainable ways.
Professionally, David is a director in marketing at a Fortune 500 company, with extensive experience leading digital engagement, creative operations, and audience strategy. He is known for balancing innovation with practical execution and has a track record of building strategies that connect with people at scale while maintaining authenticity and impact.
David brings strong business acumen to his work with Story Keeper’s, intentionally aligning it with the mission to support the arts in a sustainable way. Recognizing that many nonprofits struggle with self-sufficiency, he is passionate about building models that ensure Story Keeper’s not only thrives in the present but also endures for the future.
A resident of St. Petersburg, Florida, David is a great appreciator of the vibrant arts scene in the Tampa Bay area and believes in the power of stories to connect, inspire, and preserve culture. Both in his career and through his nonprofit work, he is committed to creating spaces where voices are heard and stories are valued.
Jose Aviles
(he/him)
Co-Programming Chair
Jose hasn’t sent a bio yet because he is out making art and living life.
Avery Anderson
(they/them)
Co-Programming Chair
Avery also sent a bio yet. They will try to do soon. They promise.