Bailey Gage Terry
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Results-driven CEO with a strong track record in sales growth and organizational development. Expertise in strategic planning and operational management, leading to increased profitability and enhanced business relationships. Proven success in achieving corporate goals through comprehensive engagement in operations and talent development. Skilled in contract negotiation and driving initiatives that optimize profitability and efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO
Excelsior Artist Agency
Houston, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Executed strategic plans to enhance profitability and streamline operations while ensuring legal compliance.
- Negotiated contracts and managed custom invoices through relationship-building with key stakeholders.
- Mentored executive teams and staff to improve productivity and meet project deadlines.
Artist
Bailey Gage Art
Houston, TX
06.2014 - Current
- Created original artwork in a variety of mediums including oil, acrylic, and watercolor paints, pencils, charcoal, pastels, and mixed media.
- Collaborated with clients to develop custom artwork that met their needs.
- Created original and custom artwork across multiple mediums; developed concepts and sketches based on client needs.
- Organized, curated, and participated in exhibitions; promoted artwork through online platforms and collaborated with galleries and museums.
- Taught and mentored artists through classes, critiques, portfolio reviews, and student evaluations while managing art supplies and inventory.
Sales Associate
SWAPP Ai
Houston, TX
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed and executed promotional strategies to boost sales and optimize operations.
- Collaborated with management to devise innovative marketing strategies and assess performance goals.
- Conducted product demonstrations, fostering customer relationships to enhance service and profitability.
Manager
RMS Sign Company
Houston, TX
06.2014 - 01.2024
- Executed strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and boost sales through effective budget management.
- Managed daily store operations while leading sales teams to achieve performance targets.
- Coached staff on best practices to elevate customer service levels and meet sales goals.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to optimize inventory management and control costs.
- Oversaw marketing initiatives to increase brand visibility and foster customer loyalty.
Manager / Senior Instructor
Painting With A Twist
Houston, TX
07.2015 - 10.2019
- Executed innovative strategies to enhance brand awareness and manage multimedia content production.
- Collaborated with brands such as Disney, Marvel, and Vera Bradley to expand reach.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract new clients effectively.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize class offerings and ensure adequate staff coverage.
- Mentored and trained team members to elevate job performance and productivity.
- Implemented strategies for customer satisfaction improvement, addressing concerns and managing inventory efficiently.
- Provided regular performance feedback to staff for continuous development and skill enhancement.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Woodlands High School
The Woodlands04-2024
Certificate of Teacher Training - Fine Arts
Painting With A Twist
Houston, TX04-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
Glassell School of Fine Art - Museum of Fine Arts
Houston, TXSkills
- Business development and financial acumen
- Website and portfolio management
- Contract negotiation and proposal development
- Sales expertise
- Corporate governance and brand management
- Social media strategy and management
- Sustainable business practices
- Talent recruitment and staff management
- Marketing and advertising
Certification
- Certificate of Teacher Training received from the Painting with a Twist company corporate headquarters.
Affiliations
Manage the Woodlands Masters Water Polo Club and active player.
Accomplishments
- Multiple awards from V.A.S.E. Visual Arts Scholastic Event.
Websites
INSTRUCTOR
- Art instructor teaching private lessons for youth.
Volunteer Work
- Volunteered as an artist assistant for the Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival 2021 - 2024
- Volunteered with the Caritas Foundation in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, delivering donations and leading art workshops for underprivileged pediatric leukemia patients (2024).
Gallery Work
- Jason Perez Art Collection - Art Basel, Miami
- Thomas Kinkade Art Gallery - Old Town Spring, TX
Fundraiser Work
- Fundraised and taught painting classes with Painting with a Twist, contributing to the collective effort of raising over half a million dollars for Breast Cancer Research across our nationwide studios.
- Coordinated and managed fundraising events to generate donations for Toys for Tots, contributing to community outreach and supporting holiday gift-giving initiatives for children in need
Timeline
Sales Associate
SWAPP Ai
01.2024 - 09.2024
CEO
Excelsior Artist Agency
11.2022 - Current
Manager / Senior Instructor
Painting With A Twist
07.2015 - 10.2019
Artist
Bailey Gage Art
06.2014 - Current
Manager
RMS Sign Company
06.2014 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
The Woodlands High School
Certificate of Teacher Training - Fine Arts
Painting With A Twist
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
Glassell School of Fine Art - Museum of Fine Arts