Responsible for all aspects of business including designing and executing architectural ironwork projects, creating renderings and technical drawings, troubleshooting and repairing shop machinery, restoring historic wrought-ironwork, building relationships with clients, marketing, organizing installations, navigating structural and electrical safety codes, and occasionally managing teams of workers. Built the business from the ground up in a challenging field which required a variety of skills from a wide range of disciplines.

Assisted Yaw, nephew of renown South Carolina blacksmith Philip Simmons, with production and restoration of culturally-significant ironwork for Charleston-area clients.

Fabricated high-end architectural ironwork projects in a large-scale production-shop for client residences, primarily in RI and NY. Restored and installed large pieces within homes, navigating tight construction schedules and regulations in high-pressure environments.

Oversaw and produced custom, hand-forged furnishings primarily for Chicago-area architects.

Performed employment screening, social security verification, and criminal background checks on behalf of clients, requiring a high degree of confidentiality.