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Troy Anderson
Owner/Client Relations Director
troy@whiteivydesign.com
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Amber Powers
Print/Web Designer
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Liza Anderson
Owner/Creative Director
liza@whiteivydesign.com
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E. Paul Matchan
Print/Web Designer
paul@whiteivydesign.com
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Obee
Hospitality Officer
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Aron Patterson
Web Developer
aron@whiteivydesign.com
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Troy holds a Commercial Art Degree from Staples Technical College. His gift to gab led him into the sales position after 18 years of designing. His main responsibilities as co-owner are customer relations, estimating, sales and anything else we throw at him. He's a people person who likes to camp, fish, boat and enjoy the outdoors.
When you were in grade school, what did you want to be when you grew up? Why?
I wanted to either be a zoo keeper or a veterinarian, because I was always rescuing animals and trying to keep them alive. I had a small zoo growing up.
What is your favorite cartoon character & why?
Popeye, because not matter how much he got beat down, he could always muster up enough strength to pop open a can of spinach and kick some butt.
What do you miss most about childhood?
No bills and summer vacation
If you had a "theme song" that played whenever you walk into a room full of people, what would it be?
"I Can't Drive 55" – Sammy Hagar Listen
What is your favorite movie and why?
Fried Green Tomatoes – first date with my lovely wife
If you could be a cookie what kind of cookie would you be and why?
Snickerdoodle. The Snickerdoodle is a type of sugar cookie made with cream of tartar and rolled in cinnamon, sugar and nutmeg before baking. Much like myself. Most of the time you get a pretty laid back person, but occasionally a little spice gets added and watch out.
Liza has been in the graphic design field for the last 20 years. She met her husband, Troy, while in college for graphics. When at work, Liza is in charge of creative concepts, and team building while doing her fair share of design. In her free time Liza enjoys spending time with Troy, family, friends, and of course their dog Obee. She also thoroughly enjoys camping and fishing.
When you were in grade school, what did you want to be when you grew up? Why?
I wanted to be an artist. I had a teacher who told me I had a talent and encouraged me to draw.
What is your favorite cartoon character & why?
Probably Ren & Stimpy - why? Because they always made me giggle (still do).
What do you miss most about childhood?
Playing with the animals on my folks farm, especially calves.
If you had a "theme song" that played whenever you walk into a room full of people, what would it be?
"Thunderstruck" by AC/DC Listen
What is your favorite movie and why?
Fried Green Tomatoes is the favorite, it's awesome, plus it was Troy's and my first date!
If you could be a cookie what kind of cookie would you be and why?
A monster cookie...loaded with nuts, raisons and chocolate. Why?...because there is such a variety of flavors - I like variety in life.
In Minnesota, we like to celebrate our ethnic background which is Terrier-Shih Tzu for Obee. As you can see, that makes him a cuddly, irresistible love-bug as he greets our clients and vendors. Other duties include balloon-chaser, paper shredder, and beggar of food.
When you were in grade school, what did you want to be when you grew up? Why?
I wanted to be a 175 pound Rottweiler
What is your favorite cartoon character & why?
Underdog, because he has superhuman strength, self propelled flight beyond supersonic speeds, invulnerability to almost all forms of physical harm, x-ray vision, cosmic ray vision, atomic breath, ultrasonic hearing, great calculating brain.
What do you miss most about childhood?
"Cat naps" (ha ha, get it? I'm a dog!)
If you had a "theme song" that played whenever you walk into a room full of people, what would it be?
"Who Let the Dog's Out" by Baha Men Listen
What is your favorite movie and why?
All Dogs Go to Heaven – why should be obvious.
If you could be a cookie what kind of cookie would you be and why?
Greenie (dog treat)
Amber's degree is in Graphic Design and Print Communications. She's a mainstay in our design department and is our go to gal for web design. She's very serious about the quality of her work, and has an incredible eye for detail and usability. Outside of the workplace, Amber enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her family.
When you were in grade school, what did you want to be when you grew up? Why?
An artist because I loved to draw and by 6th grade I was set on being a graphic designer (we had a career day). At that time computers were only a small part of the process.
What is your favorite cartoon character & why?
Bullwinkle J. Moose - Why because he is goofy/dopey and he is from Minnesota (Frostbite Falls, Minnesota)
What do you miss most about childhood?
Being care free and having all the time in the world.
If you had a "theme song" that played whenever you walk into a room full of people, what would it be?
"Crazy" by Gnarls Barkley Listen
What is your favorite movie and why?
Undecided... There are a lot of movies out there that I like but just can't seem to pick a favorite.
If you could be a cookie what kind of cookie would you be and why?
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip... because its my favorite, simple ordinary oatmeal with pieces of fun, sweet tasty chocolate.
Paul has a degree in Design Technology with specialization in Graphic Design and Print Production from Bemidji State University. Paul is a great designer with a bright future, because he's got his priorities right: family, friends, and work! In his spare time he likes to travel and enjoys photography.
When you were in grade school, what did you want to be when you grew up? Why?
I wanted to be a policeman or a fireman because they looked cool on TV, I wanted to be cool like them.
What is your favorite cartoon character & why?
A tie between Shrek and Horace and Jasper (the bumbling kidnappers from 101 Dalmatians). Shrek is my favorite modern cartoon because of his brash, yet endearing personality. I have probably watched 101 Dalmatians 101 times with my daughter and Horace and Jasper always stuck out as fun to watch bumbling idiots.
What do you miss most about childhood?
The belief that most people are generally good and our country was going in a good direction. (also nap time).
If you had a "theme song" that played whenever you walk into a room full of people, what would it be?
"The Fields of Athenry" by Dropkick Murphys Listen
What is your favorite movie and why?
Forrest Gump. I still want to believe that a less than perfect man can make an impact on the world.
If you could be a cookie what kind of cookie would you be and why?
I would be a three day old date cookie. I am kind of crusty on the outside, but once you bite into me you find the delicious center.
Aron's our resident web techie. With a degree in Information Technology, Aron views web development as a puzzle; if you search carefully and with patience, you can find the missing piece that makes everything work. When he's not working, Aron enjoys writing, making music, hanging with family, and playing with his niece.
When you were in grade school, what did you want to be when you grew up? Why?
I can't remember exactly what it was, but I've always had the dream of being some kind of creator -- artist, writer, game designer, songwriter, etc. I love to create new ideas!
What is your favorite cartoon character & why?
That would have to be Spongebob Squarepants, as everybody in the office knows by now! Years of being a faithful watcher has given me the ability to imitate his voice, and the show's sense of humor is awesome. And he's square! That's probably my favorite shape! Probably!
What do you miss most about childhood?
Citizen Kane had his sled. I had my Batman trike. The ladies loved it, and my mobility increased ten-fold.
If you had a "theme song" that played whenever you walk into a room full of people, what would it be?
"Can't Touch This". Because people may be tempted to move stuff around on my messy desk, and I figure MC Hammer is the world's greatest authority on the subject. Listen
What is your favorite movie and why?
The Big Lebowski. Before I graduated, the Dude is who I wanted to be. And one of these days I'm going to buy a rug, because I hear they really tie the room together, man.
If you could be a cookie what kind of cookie would you be and why?
Peanut butter and chocolate chip. When people are introduced to me, they enjoy the flavor and think "Wow, peanut butter cookies are pretty good I guess! I ain't gonna take this for granted!", but after a few chews, they finally get to the chocolate chips, and they're in awe. They just can't believe somebody actually had the guts to combine two great cookies into a single cookie-like package, and they insist a dozen more... and now I'm hungry.
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