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A Matter of Brand

Matt Trappe, Deanna Quadrel
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A bi-weekly newsletter with a critical look at the why behind the marketing, trends and storytelling driving the running industry.

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  • Matt Trappe

    Writing on brand storytelling in running, leveraging 20 years of creative and marketing experience with 300+ projects for 100+ clients. Available for partnerships, consulting and advising.

  • Deanna Quadrel

    A runner figuring it out in real time. Writing about LA’s running scene, the people in it, and the brands around it. Curious about identity, community, and why some things feel real and others don’t.

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