Our Production Manager Amory didn't set out to make jewelry when she arrived in Portland in 2011. Thinking our beloved Stumptown would be a brief stop before leaving the city to work a wine harvest, Portland charmed Amory and she's been here ever since. I know I speak for the whole betsy & iya family when I say that I'm so happy life threw a curveball in Amory's plan and she ended up here with us!
Amory's knowledge of all things betsy & iya jewelry is definitely impressive, but what gets me every time about her is the way she efficiently communicates her expertise, a skill that makes her an excellent manager. She's clear, concise and as Forrest Gump said of his mama "she always has a way of putting things so I can understand them." Before I started working here, I had a limited understanding of jewelry making and a whole lot of passion for the end result; because of Amory – seeing her work, watching her ensure that orders are correct, hearing her give direction to her team – both of those things have shot through the roof.
Even though social media isn't her forte (I have taught her the importance of a hashtag, don't worry), she goes out of her way to make sure I can get my job done documenting the ins & outs of maker life. There have been multiple times where we've worked together to make sure I have the exact shot or footage that I need, even if it takes more time away from her own to-do list.
Let's get to know more about the woman who keeps the show running!
Behold Amory's "soldering chain face"
Amory in action: excitement over the new coffee maker, gazing longingly at a fresh oxygen tank, humoring the group by letting them help her haul wood when she could really lift it all herself.