Type Of Business:
Online dog apparel gear and accessories company
Expertise:
Creativity; Dog fashion designs; Inventions
Major Product/SVS:
Dog apparel and accessories; "Doggie Stylze" line of clothing; Dog fashion inventions
Hobbies/Sports:
Operating a business she truly loves and is passionate about; Spending time with her children; Traveling; Nutrition; Advocating for dog rescues; Donating to ASPCA; Fitness; Dogs; Fashion; Boating; Spending time at the beach
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Conrad N. Hilton College, The University of Houston
Affiliations Awards:
Hollywood The EZ Way; LinkedIn; Alpha Delta Pi; Stanford Who's Who; Indieproducer.net; Stanford Who's Who
Place of Birth:
Houston, Tx
Industry:
Specialty Sales & Distribution
State/Country of Origin:
USA
Children's Names:
Collin, Saylor, Kyle (furkids- Trevi, Jack Jack, Jessie & Willow & Donnie -yes after Donald Trump!)
Date of Distinction:
7/5/2011
Work History:
Customer Service and Support, Nutrition Consultant, CEO of the Hayes Family Corporation & managing a family while living overseas for 4 years.
Career Achievements:
Created and built a unique store catering to all kinds of dog owners for all styles of apparel & gear, fun and functional. I have connected with many celebrities that love to sport their dogs in my Diggs & have many celebs already committed to the Celebrity Dog Fashion Show that will be in Hollywood Feb. '12 benefiting LA's SPCA! I have networked with big names in the entertainment industry & many new & exciting projects are to come!
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Hayes big heart for animals and the ASPCA are what separates her from her peers. She helps people connect on her Facebook page so that people can help find homes for dogs in need, lost and found dogs, and help raise awareness of the need for adoption/rescue by sharing and advocating. She has also become a dog stylist to the stars and a designer for one of the hottest clothing lines in Los Angeles, Rockstars & Angels. In addition, she is an inventor and will not stop until she hits the top!
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Her great achievement was creating her own business and realizing the potential she has created with her own unique concept. She put the company together from A to Z so far by finding the resources without paying a company to build her business model or site. She takes great pride in what she has achieved so far because she knows it will go far.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered as someone who was dedicated, never gave up, creative, persevered in the face of doubt by others, an had an eye for fashion, especially with the uniqueness of her developed products.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Ms. Hayes believes that there is an epidemic of "hand outs" to those who are "capable" of working but would rather depend on the government to take care of them, even if it means just getting by out of sheer laziness. She would address issues that effect people who work hard for the American dream and ensure that they are never punished for those who choose to just get by and work the system.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
She would have lunch with Donald Trump. Ms. Hayes would like to know what he sees in her and how he thinks she should market herself along with her cause and products. She would also love to give him some great ideas on how we need to bring more attention to small business owners and entrepreneurs to show the important role they play in the American dream.
Spouse's Name:
Darren Hayes
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was realizing that once one door is open, there are hundreds waiting behind that one to be opened, explored and conquered.
Charity:
Volunteer, Local Animal Shelters
Number Of Years In Profession:
2
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her drive, perseverance, and strong stance to never give up on her passions.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she wanted a business that would allow her to run the company and raise her family while being able to contribute to a cause that is close to her heart.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Hayes markets from League City, Texas to Hollywood, dressing any and all dogs including celebrities such as Mario Lopez, Angelique Bates, Pamela Hasselhoff, Jay Tavares, Destenee Mckenzie and more to come as her clothing will be released soon in a store where celebrities such as Justin Bieber, Gwen Stefani, Lil Wayne, Demi Moore, Ashton Kutcher, Ashley Tisdale, and more love to shop, some even bringing their dogs.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Holding inventory; Designing dog Tee's; Drop shipping; A+ customer service; Designing the website; Marketing; Raising awareness for ASPCA; Advocating for shelter and rescue animals; Donating a portion of her profits to animal shelter causes
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In the near future, many new projects are on the horizon for Ms. Hayes. In January 2012, her own line, "Doggie Stylze," will be released in the store Rockstars & Angels in Los Angeles on Melrose Avenue. By Spring 2012, her dog fashion invention will be in stores. These items will also be available for purchase on her website alongside the unique products she currently retails through suppliers. She is also working on a Celebrity Dog Fashion Show in Hollywood for February 2012 with the help of Tommy Parker and Mario Lopez, benefiting the ASPCA. There is no limit to the possibilities of expansion for her business!