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Jada K Hughey

Arvada,CO
Jada K Hughey

Summary

Experienced Stained Glass Artist and Designer bringing four years experience applying technical and creative abilities to diverse customer projects. Highly effective at collaborating with clients regarding artistic goals, project timeline, and production to complete tasks according to budget and schedule goals.


Enthusiastic and eager to return to a team environment and contribute to success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the stained glass industry.

Overview

21
years of professional experience

Work History

ClearLight Glass Co
Arvada, CO

Stained Glass Designer (Owner)
03.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Established in 2019 in Ogden, Utah and operated within The Monarch, a community of artists open to the public and providing enriching community events. Moved to Colorado in October 2021 and currently operating from home studio.
  • Completed over 30 successful custom commissioned works including residential installations with sales conversion rate of over 80%.
  • Ability to measure accurately, within a 16th of an inch, for window installation and fit.
  • Maintained portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with customers.
  • Consulted with clients on commission ideas and style preferences to aligns with goals and budget.
  • Resolved client concerns quickly and professionally to maintain respectful and productive project environment.
  • Established pricing based on customer demand, labor costs and raw material costs while considering industry tends and evaluation of competitive products.
  • Developed targeted marketing and sales strategies to promote successful business and artistic outcomes.
  • Taught stained glass classes to groups of up to 8 at a time, providing basic to advanced skills.
  • Cultivated relationships with other artists to form mutually beneficial relationship and collaborations.
  • Developed art and design concepts based on customer requests by researching characters, styles and environmental elements for inspiration.
  • Excellent customer satisfaction with multiple repeat customers and strong social media growth rate.

Thrive Academy
Santa Cruz, CA

Sales/Enrollment Coordinator & Business Coach
11.2016 - 05.2019

Job overview

  • Provided business coaching via Zoom for 100+ clients internationally with focus on sales training and business offerings.
  • Traveled to facilitate monthly three day sales training events with up to $500k gross sales for enrollment.
  • Responsible for responding requests for information as well as connecting with prospective attendees via email, phone and Zoom to confirm attendance and address concerns or questions leading up to events.
  • Emceed events leading groups of 100-150 participants through training exercises and supporting main event leader.
  • Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
  • Processed sales and program registration with average price of $15k.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
  • Troubleshot, brainstormed and collaborated with fellow coaches on ways to make coaching more successful for clients.
  • Trained and mentored new personnel to fulfill various roles.
  • Ability to stay up to date and current with modern trends, company objectives and growth goals.

Bauman College
Boulder, CO

Instructor
03.2012 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Provided individual remote and classroom instruction to students locally and internationally.
  • Managed student progress and tested students on materials to assess grasp of material.
  • Coordinated with other instructors and management to ensure positive engagement and experience for students.

Luma Yoga & Family Center
Santa Cruz, CA

Health and Wellness Director
05.2010 - 04.2014

Job overview

  • Recruited by Founder to join team and participate in establishing and growing the business within the community.
  • Managed team of 10 wellness practitioners including but not limited to hiring, onboarding and management.
  • Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Provided individual health coaching to help clients optimize personal choices and led group programs.

A2Integration
Santa Cruz, CA

Software Trainer, Accountant, & Owner
08.2003 - 05.2010

Job overview

  • Prepared and delivered instructor-led training sessions virtually and in person for diverse product suite.
  • Coordinated software conversion and implementation processes for approximately 200 companies.
  • Advised customers about potential software upgrades and promoted increased sales.
  • Reviewed accounting procedures to identify areas for improvement.

Education

Cabrillo College

Associate of Arts

Bauman College

Certified Nutrition Consultant

Stained Glass Association of America

Member

Skills

  • 4 Years Design Experience
  • 15 Years Sales Experience
  • 20 Years Customer Service
  • 20 Years Remote & Hybrid Working Environment
  • Self Motivated Team Player
  • Proficient in Zoom, MS Office, Google Drive, Adobe Products and Design Programs

Timeline

Stained Glass Designer (Owner)

ClearLight Glass Co
03.2019 - Current

Sales/Enrollment Coordinator & Business Coach

Thrive Academy
11.2016 - 05.2019

Instructor

Bauman College
03.2012 - 11.2016

Health and Wellness Director

Luma Yoga & Family Center
05.2010 - 04.2014

Software Trainer, Accountant, & Owner

A2Integration
08.2003 - 05.2010

Cabrillo College

Associate of Arts

Bauman College

Certified Nutrition Consultant

Stained Glass Association of America

Member

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