About Us

Every brand on a marketplace is a story mid-telling.

We find where you are in the arc and write what comes next.

The five elements
of a brand story

Character

Your product. Its voice, appearance, positioning — everything the marketplace sees when your story begins.

Conflict

The marketplace itself. Three hundred million products competing for the same scroll, and algorithms that reward the bold.

Stakes

The gap between where your brand is and where it could be. Every delayed decision carries a cost.

Arc

The deliberate sequence of decisions that moves your brand from obscurity to ownership of its category.

The Story Arc — How
brands move

Origin

Understanding the why: product, category, competitive landscape, unit economics.

Market Research

Positioning

Keywords, content, A+ visuals. Your product finds its voice in the marketplace.

Content + SEO

Visibility

PPC campaigns built to earn attention without bleeding budget.

Amazon PPC

Momentum

Optimising, scaling, expanding to Flipkart, Meesho and DSP channels

Scale

Resolution

Category authority. Customers search your name before they search the product type.

Brand Ownership

Ethos:

The AD Stories was built on a simple belief: every brand, whether big, small or new, has a story that deserves to be heard. Our job is to make the marketplace listen.

We are not generalists. We are e-commerce specialists who have spent years in the trenches of Amazon and Flipkart, learning how the algorithms think, how shoppers buy, and how brands break through in crowded categories. We bring that knowledge to every brand we work with.

Values:

Outcomes Over Activity

We measure ourselves by your growth, not by the work we produce.

Data Before Instinct

Every decision we make is grounded in evidence. We love numbers because numbers don't lie.

Partnership Over
Transactions

We work best when we're treated as an extension of your team. Long-term relationships produce extraordinary results.

Catering to the Niche

We chose to be the best at e-commerce marketplace growth. That focus is what makes us good.

Meet the Founder

Ashish combines sharp business instincts with the deep analytical expertise required to dominate today's e-commerce landscape. With over 8 years of experience, he has strategically worked with more than 150 brands across diverse marketplaces and quick-commerce platforms. By tailoring his approach to the unique demands of each brand and category, Ashish has spent the last 3+ years - with AD stories - engineering rapid, sustainable growth for his clients.

Our Core Values &

How It Benefits Your Brand

The caretakers, growth hackers and specialists for your brand on marketplaces.

Analytical Precision

We turn complex daily data into actionable insights, ensuring every strategy pivot is informed, timely, and effective.

Technical Fluency

We leverage advanced data modeling and presentation tools to provide you with clear, transparent, and flawlessly executed reporting.

Collective Intelligence

Great results aren't built in silos. Your account benefits from the combined expertise of a cohesive team collaborating seamlessly.

True Partnership

We approach your business with an entrepreneurial mindset. Your milestones are our milestones, and absolute accountability is built into our DNA.

Undivided Ownership

Your account belongs to one dedicated team, start to finish. No handoffs, no gaps in knowledge, no one getting up to speed at your expense. The people who learn your brand on day one are the people driving your growth on day one hundred.

Team Testimonials

Completed 2 years in April 2026, and it has been an incredible journey of learning and growth. Starting as an intern, I received great support from the founder and amazing guidance from supportive teammates throughout. Grateful to be part of such a positive and growth-oriented work culture.

A slightly introvert person, very focused on his work, has a micro level understanding of the Amazon platform and is a master in Excel. Has a healthy experience of managing 40+ brands in the last 3 years, analytically sharp, inclined towards his career growth and very honest with his work.

Nachiket Deshpande

Senior PPC Analyst

Working at The Ad Stories has been a highly rewarding experience. The company fosters a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Every project is approached with strategic thinking and innovation, ensuring exceptional results for clients while encouraging professional growth within the team.

Sanket Kale

PPC Analyst - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce

It’s been almost 1.5 years with the Ad Stories team, and the office environment has been really amazing. Joining as a fresher, everyone guided and supported me very well throughout my journey. The nature of everyone in the office is very friendly and positive, which makes the workplace comfortable and motivating.

One thing I really appreciate is that it never feels like there’s too much work pressure. The founder is also very friendly and approachable with all of us. It’s not just about work all the time, there’s a great balance of work, fun activities, learning, and a positive environment overall

Really grateful to be a part of the Ad Stories team!

Payal Maniyar

PPC Analyst - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce

Since joining the company full-time, the journey has been full of valuable experiences, constant learning, and professional growth. Truly thankful for the support, encouragement, and positive work culture that pushed me to grow every day. Working alongside talented teammates in a company that believes in teamwork and development has made these 1.5 years even more special. Looking forward to many more milestones and successes ahead.

Darshan Paithankar

PPC Analyst - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce

Working at The Ad Stories has been a great experience-the culture, the learning, and team bonding activities that happen at least once every couple of months, all of it. I've also been able to chase my financial goals as the internal hike percentage is honestly one of the best I've seen across the industry. Work-life balance is strongly emphasized here, unlike at most other advertising agencies where working 1-2 hours past standard hours is a norm. Transparency is appreciated and support is provided wherever possible.

Overall, it’s a place that truly values its people while helping them grow-both professionally and personally-and I’m glad to be a part of this journey.

Hritik Wabale

Head of Marketplaces

I had a great experience working at The Ad Stories for 1.6 years. The work environment was supportive, the team was collaborative, and I got the opportunity to learn and grow professionally. I gained valuable hands-on experience, especially in handling responsibilities independently and working on business growth initiatives. Grateful for the experience and the people I worked with throughout my journey.

Mayur Sikchi

PPC Analyst - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce

Working at this company has been a very good experience for me. The work culture is positive, supportive, and encourages continuous learning and professional growth. The office environment is friendly and comfortable, which makes it easy to work together as a team.

One of the best things about the company is the support and guidance provided by the boss. He is approachable, understanding, and always motivates us to perform better. His leadership style creates a positive atmosphere in the workplace and encourages employees to take responsibility and improve their skills.

I truly appreciate the healthy work environment and the opportunity to grow professionally here.

Amit Khandagale

Senior Manager - Marketplaces

It has been a great experience working with such a talented and collaborative team. This agency has given me the opportunity to work on diverse brands and performance-driven campaigns, which has significantly enhanced my understanding of marketing, strategy, and client management.

The fast-paced environment, supportive team, and exposure to different industries have helped me grow both professionally and personally. Truly grateful for the opportunities, continuous learning, and support throughout this journey.

Ritesh Kirdant

Senior Manager - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce

Nachiket Deshpande

Senior PPC Analyst

Hritik Wabale

Head of Marketplaces

Sanket Kale

PPC Analyst - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce

Mayur Sikchi

PPC Analyst - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce

Payal Maniyar

PPC Analyst - Marketplaces and Quick Commerce