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Ivy Decker

Ivy graduated from The Ohio State University and is ATA's Content Journalist. She's excited to use her writing background to develop the voice and values of the brands she represents, including ATA. In her free time, she enjoys writing fiction and comedy, playing ukulele, and hanging out with her cat, Rey. Ivy is passionate about doughnuts, the first three seasons of Spongebob Squarepants, and the oxford comma.
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Makers 1-on-1: Brian Sullivan - Automotive DIYer

This week's Makers 1-on-1 interview features Brian Sullivan, who has been doing his own automotive DIY work since college — usually with a bunch of friends. If your brand sells to automotive DIYers, this 1-on-1 interview with Brian will give you some important insights into reaching DIYers like him.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Aug 1, 2018

Makers Who Sew and the Challenges of Their Craft

Here's our guide to the top challenges faced by maker who sew, regardless of medium.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 25, 2018

Makers 1-on-1: Micah and Lish List - Neck & Tie Company

This week's Makers 1-on-1 interview features Micah and Lish List, owners and designers of handmade neckwear company Neck and Tie Company from Grove City, PA. If your brand markets to designers and makers who sew, this 1-on-1 interview with Micah and Lish will give you some important insights into connecting with makers like them.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 25, 2018

Makers 1-on-1: David Lackey - Lackey Road Guitars

This week's Makers 1-on-1 interview features David Lackey, a woodworker, luthier, and owner of Lackey Road Guitar Company in Cleveland, OH. If your brand sells to woodworkers and luthiers, this 1-on-1 interview with David will give you important insights that can help you reach makers like him.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 18, 2018

5 Things Automotive DIYers Need From Your Website

Here are the top 5 things DIYers are looking for when they access your brand's website.
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Posted by Ivy Decker on Jul 18, 2018
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