Podcast Interview with Founder Ann Sullivan
Founders Take
Q&A with Ann Sullivan
Founder of Fotostori
Q: What inspired you to launch Fotostori?
Ann: Over the years, my professional organizing work often led us to boxes of old photos, tapes and keepsakes—beautiful but buried. Clients would ask, “What do I do with all of this?” I realized there was a real need for a service that treated personal memories with the same white-glove care we brought to their homes through Ann Sullivan Inc. Fotostori was a natural next step—born from that need and built with the same attention to detail. Today, we combine expert photo digitization, archival preservation and storytelling into a trusted, bespoke experience.
Q: How is Fotostori different from other photo services?
Ann: We are not a bulk scanning company. Fotostori is bespoke. We don’t just digitize—we curate, organize and preserve with precision and artistry. Every project is personal, private and designed to reflect a client’s unique story. Whether it’s a custom Fotobook® or a digital archive that’s searchable and beautifully arranged, we make the process easy and stress-free.
Q: What kind of client is Fotostori designed for?
Ann: Our clients value privacy, quality and attention to detail. Many have multiple homes and decades of materials scattered across formats—photos, slides, VHS tapes, home movies and memorabilia. They want everything brought together into one curated digital archive or custom photo book that is beautifully preserved and easily accessible. That is exactly what our team does.
Q: What surprises clients most about the process?
Ann: Two things. First, how emotional it is to revisit these memories in a new, organized form. And second, how relieved they feel knowing everything is safe, searchable and no longer hiding in boxes. There is a sense of peace that comes with having your legacy beautifully preserved and at your fingertips.
Q: What would you say to someone overwhelmed by their collection?
Ann: You don’t need to sort it all yourself. That is our job. Whether you have boxes in the attic, albums in multiple homes or fragile media that needs careful digitization, we will help you make sense of it—and create something beautiful, lasting and secure.
Ready to curate, preserve and share your story with Fotostori? From photo digitization to archival preservation to custom Fotobooks®, our team is here to safeguard your memories with care.
Let’s work together to curate, preserve and share your most meaningful memories.