Tim Jones (Entrepreneur)
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| Nationality | American |
| Citizenship | USA |
| Education | Bachelor of Arts |
| Alma mater | Morehead State University |
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Tim Jones is a Kentucky-based creative director and entrepreneur known for his role in "Moonshiners: Whiskey Business" on the Discovery Channel, and his ventures in the food and beverage industry with Gents Original and Boonedogs..[1] His academic foundation was laid at Morehead State University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Art, specializing in graphic design, in 2004.
Early Life and Education
Tim Jones hails from Kentucky and pursued his Bachelor of Arts in Art with a special emphasis in graphic design from Morehead State University, graduating in 2004[2]
Professional Career
Advertising
Upon graduation, Jones embarked on a career in advertising. He joined Cornett, where he distinguished himself as a creative director. His innovative campaigns were recognized at the American Advertising Awards in 2015 and 2016, marking his emergence in the advertising domain.[3]
Television
Jones transitioned into television, gaining recognition on the Discovery Channel’s “Moonshiners: Whiskey Business,” where he utilized his branding acumen to aid distillery owners in revitalizing their struggling liquor brands. His television career expanded with appearances in "Master Distiller" and "Ride with Norman Reedus," broadening his public persona.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Gents Original
In 2014, Jones founded Gents Original, a cocktail mix company rooted in Kentucky's rich bourbon culture. The venture emphasizes the tradition of craftsmanship in its production of unique flavors and classic mixes. A notable collaboration occurred with Heaven Hill, leading to a nationally distributed Old Fashioned mix under the Elijah Craig brand.
Boonedogs
Branching out further, Jones, along with his wife Jessica and partners Hilary and Charlotte Boone, launched Boonedogs, a bar and restaurant. Positioned as a community hub, Boonedogs attracted local cycling clubs and aims to foster a friendly, engaging atmosphere.[4]
Personal Life
Tim Jones shares his life with his wife, Jessica, with whom he often explores unique distillery, bar, and dining experiences, a reflection of their shared passion for the food and beverage industry.
References
- ↑ Ep. 114: Building Big Bourbon Brands with Creative Director and Discovery Channel's Tim Jones, retrieved 2023-10-25
- ↑ moreheadstateeagles (2019-06-14). "Tim Jones goes where creativity takes him – and that now includes on camera". STATEMENT MAGAZINE • MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY. Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ↑ "2015 ADDYs Award Winners". AAF Lexington. Retrieved 2023-10-25.
- ↑ "Lexington's Boonedogs owner Tim Jones". ABC 36 News. 2023-06-22. Retrieved 2023-10-25.
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