PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE

"Hardship often prepares an ordinary person for an extraordinary destiny." 

—C. S. Lewis

  • Bailey heating & Controls, inc.

    From technician to Vice President of Operations, Bailey Heating & Controls was a transformative journey—learning to lead with real-time feedback, mastering customer relations, and discovering the power of storytelling to connect with clients and motivate teams.

  • Shed labs

    Shed Labs offered a platform to understand the business of design, learn how to manage a variety of projects, and develop architectural visualization skills in order to provide clients with expanded services.

  • The Parlor Presents

    The Parlor was an opportunity to merge creativity with logistics, managing a large-scale construction project, coordinating with multiple professionals, and creating a unique space that brought people together through unforgettable experiences.

Bailey heating & controls, inc.

2008-2021

  • 2016-2021

    • Directed day-to-day operations, including team leadership, customer relations, and process improvement.

    • Implemented modern field service management systems to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction.

    • Managed human resources functions, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.

    • Developed strategies to motivate employees and foster a collaborative, high-morale workplace.

    • Developed and implemented a marketing strategy that increased the Google rating from 1 star with 3 reviews to over 4.5 stars with more than 400 reviews.

  • 2013-2016

    • Oversaw and completed residential and light commercial HVAC installation projects, managing budgets, timelines, and subcontractors.

    • Drafted mechanical plans and collaborated with mechanical engineers for certification.

    • Established strong relationships with general contractors, inspectors, and clients to ensure project success.

  • 2008-2012

    • Performed preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for HVAC systems in residential and commercial settings.

    • Assisted with installations, including duct fabrication and on-site system assembly.

    • Gained hands-on experience with HVAC technology, safety standards, and customer service.

SHED LABS, LLC

2010-2019

Partner

visualization

project manager

  • Collaborated with partners to help iterate ideas quickly in addition to tangible responsibilities like licensing, organizing and incorporating a business, managing the books, and overseeing tax preparations.

  • Established relationships with regional and national acts, and cultivated them into impactful art poster projects that merged music or theater and design.

  • Managed branding and design projects from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.

  • Copywriting

  • Gained experience in creative business logistics, including budgeting, client acquisition, and scaling service offerings.

  • Self-taught 3D rendering software to provide architectural visualizations as an additional service for clients.

  • Screen printing production, translating intricate designs into high-quality prints while ensuring precision and consistency throughout the process.

the parlor presents

2010

Founder

creative director

  • Produced and hosted an intimate live music event featuring nationally acclaimed acts, The Civil Wars and Madi Diaz, blending architectural ambiance with acoustic performance.

  • Designed and constructed the venue, integrating sound engineering principles and spatial dynamics to optimize both audience and artist experiences.

  • Crafted a cohesive brand identity for The Parlor, emphasizing its fusion of music and intimate storytelling to attract artists and audiences alike, including limited-run, screen-printed invitations that reinforced the venue's bespoke and artistic character.

  • Directed multi-camera video production and live audio recording, ensuring professional-quality content for promotional and archival purposes.

  • Coordinated with artists and technical crews to manage all aspects of event production, from hotels to sound checks and filming logistics.

  • Leveraged digital platforms to distribute high-quality video content, expanding the reach and reputation of The Parlor beyond its physical location.