We are not the new kids on the block. Led by Nicholas Grossman and Luxana Kiratibhongse, Integral Stories brings decades of experience and a proven track record of delivering successful communications, design and publishing projects across Southeast Asia.
Our insight, maturity and understanding of the region allow us to tackle ambitious communications challenges for diverse audiences through both traditional and digital channels. We are particularly known for producing editorial, design and production at the highest international standards for complex, multi-stakeholder publications in the private sector.
And we love books. We bring passion to the art and craft of bookmaking—combining original storytelling with exceptional design and production to create publications made to inform, engage and endure.
Integral Stories also provides editorial, design, translation, branding, marketing, production and consulting services for individuals, organizations and companies. Our work ranges from retail books and corporate and non-governmental reports to bespoke publications and other special communications projects.
Our Story
Our Team
Nicholas Grossman (Nick)
Editorial Director and Publisher
Since graduating from Harvard University in 2001 with a degree in History and Literature, Nick has spent the past 20 years leading and producing commissioned and retail books, publications and communications materials spanning a large breadth of topics. Over a period of 15 years, as a managing editor for the leading regional publishing company, EDM Books, Nick contributed to over 25 publishing projects focused on the countries, people, culture and leading businesses of Southeast Asia. Many projects were commissioned by leading Thai companies. Others were focused on history, culture and national development, with a focus on climate action, environment, the Sustainable Development Goals, business case studies, social issues, biodiversity, health, justice, and more.
Many of Nick’s projects have involved significant stakeholder collaboration between experts and leaders in government, the private sector, media and more. Partners or clients on these projects have included top government officials, including two former Thai prime ministers, governors of the Bank of Thailand, as well as CEOs or top executives of major Thai companies, including Bangkok Bank, Kasikornbank, ThaiBev, SCG, Thai Airways and many more.
Luxana Kiratibhongse (Ying)
Art Director & Designer
Ying is a graphic designer and art director with over 20 years of experience across publishing, branding and visual communication. After graduating from Macalester College in the USA, Ying returned to Asia to focus on design work that spans books and reports, editorial design, brand identities and communications for clients ranging from businesses and cultural organizations to NGOs and international organizations.
She has extensive experience turning complex or information-heavy content into clear, engaging publications, with particular strengths in typography, layout and visual storytelling. Her work includes business guidebooks, sustainability publications, educational materials and multilingual publications across Southeast Asia.
Ar-tara Satraroj (Atty)
Project Manager
Ar-Tara Satraroj graduated in Visual Communication Design and has over 20 years of experience in project and event management, graphic design, print media and visual communication. She has worked with leading local and international brands and companies, creating product launches, promotional materials, publications, event concepts, and creative media. With strong experience in creative project coordination, she brings together design, communication, and production to turn creative ideas into successful projects. Today, she continues to develop creative projects that connect art, design, and meaningful experiences for children, families, businesses, and communities.