Hubbardton Forge
Kit Hastings ASID has over 30 years of work experience in various roles related to visual merchandising, set design, and management. They began their career at IKEA Group, where they served as a Visual Merchandising Manager and later as an Assistant Store Manager of Sales. At Target, they worked as a Senior Executive Team Lead Remodel. They then joined Hubbardton Forge, where they held multiple positions, including Visual Merchandising Department Leader and National Sales Manager. They also worked as the Director of Visual Merchandising at both Kane's Furniture and Hubbardton Forge (current role). In addition, they have been self-employed as a Theatrical Set Designer, Technical Director, and Set Construction professional, collaborating with various local community and school theater groups. Kit has a strong track record in developing and implementing successful visual merchandising strategies, creating captivating displays to maximize sales. They have also demonstrated leadership skills, managing teams and working closely with showrooms and representatives to maintain brand standards.
Kit Hastings ASID received a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design from the University of Maryland from 1987 to 1991. Later, from 1997 to 2001, Kit pursued an MBA in General Business from The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School. It is not specified whether Kit has obtained any additional certifications, such as the NCIDQ certification.
Hubbardton Forge
Hubbardton Forge employs approximately 230 people in Castleton, Vermont, at a company that started out over 46 years ago. Today, our award-winning team of designers and makers collaborate to create chandeliers, pendants, wall sconces, floor & table lamps, as well as all facets of lighting for the outdoors. We combine true craftsmanship with the latest technologies, in designing lighting to complement spaces from transitional to modern-contemporary. We use local materials and partner with neighboring artisans for elements like glass, slate, maple wood, leather that are featured in our lighting designs. Our forward-looking design aesthetic is nurtured by our team of designers who understand that although lighting may be one of the last “touches” on any space, it is what you experience first as you arrive. It is our people who set us apart. Talented. Proud. Caring. Our teammates get excited with each piece that crosses their workbench. We don’t take shortcuts – we take the path that produces the highest quality products that we’re proud to call Hubbardton Forge.