American Cake Decorating is a creative resource for decorators, pastry artists, and edible art professionals.
For decades, the publication has highlighted the techniques, trends, and talent shaping the industry, offering readers step-by-step tutorials, artist features, product insights, and editorial coverage that reflects the evolving artistry behind cakes, cookies, pastries, and other edible mediums.
What began as a specialty print publication has grown into a recognized industry resource for professionals and passionate creatives alike. Today, American Cake Decorating continues to build on that foundation by expanding its digital presence and creating new ways for readers to engage with expert content, fresh ideas, and the broader decorating community.
Whether you are refining your skills, growing your business, or looking for creative inspiration, American Cake Decorating remains committed to supporting the artistry and craftsmanship that define this industry.
Meet the Team
AnnMarie Mattila
Editor-in-ChiefAnnMarie Mattila has been the editor for American Cake Decorating since 2021, and her company, Kissa Media, acquired the publication in 2025. She is a graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education and spent many years toting around her sweet creations before changing her focus to food media. She has a master’s degree in food studies from New York University and sometimes still eats cake scraps for dinner.
Brenda Drake Lesch
Art DirectorBrenda Drake Lesch serves as art director for American Cake Decorating, where she brings creativity and precision to every beautifully crafted page, mixing in just the right ingredients of color, typography, and flair. Her work helps translate the edible artistry of the industry into a polished editorial experience for readers. Outside of design, she enjoys bike riding and spending time with her husband, children, and sweet grandson, who is the icing on the cake of her busy, creative life.
Cydni Mitchell Hodges
Director of Digital Strategy and RevenueCydni Mitchell Hodges serves as director of digital strategy and revenue for American Cake Decorating, where she leads digital growth initiatives focused on audience development, content expansion, and new revenue opportunities. She has been part of the publication’s community since 2016 and launched her column in 2019 as an extension of her brand Sweet Fest, where she brings business insights to creative entrepreneurs in the culinary industry. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband, where they enjoy all things food and art.
Maude Campbell
Copy EditorMaude Campbell has served as copy editor for American Cake Decorating since 2017, bringing editorial experience from national publications including the New York Post, Elle, Popular Mechanics, and HGTV Magazine. She is also the author of The Toys That Made Us: Polly Pocket and has a particular appreciation for nostalgia, pop culture, and the details that make great stories shine.
Tracy Herold
Marketing ManagerTracy Herold serves as marketing manager for American Cake Decorating, where she focuses on growing the brand, building community, and supporting creative collaborations across the sugar arts industry. From digital campaigns to audience engagement, she brings a love for storytelling, design, and thoughtful communication to every project. She lives in Northeast Iowa with her husband, three sweet boys, a cat, and two dogs, where life is often louder than a stand mixer on high speed.