Jonathan Hodges

About Jonathan Hodges

My name is Jonathan Hodges, and I’m a creator by nature — whether it’s music, systems, or strategies that help people grow.For the past few years, I’ve built a portfolio that bridges creativity and structure: developing off-grid education programs through MindShift Academy, producing original music (including a recent placement in Tyler Perry’s Ruth & Boaz on Netflix), and managing operations for my family business, Hodges BBQ. Along the way, I’ve also served on staff at Storehouse Church of McComb, where I built communication systems and led digital transformation projects from the ground up.Recently, my journey has shifted toward something new — translating my creative and organizational strengths into Customer Success, Sales Operations, and Business Systems roles. Through the Maxwell Leadership DISC assessment and continuous professional development, I’ve gained clarity about how I’m wired: analytical, steady, and motivated by purpose-driven results. I find energy in solving problems, helping people understand processes, and bringing order to complex systems.Now, I’m combining that self-awareness with hands-on upskilling through HubSpot, Gainsight, and AWS certifications, positioning myself to thrive in roles that blend service, strategy, and technology.At the heart of it all, I’m still the same person — creative, thoughtful, and relentless about finishing what I start. Whether I’m writing a song, structuring a project, or building client success systems, I believe excellence is a form of gratitude — and growth is my favorite kind of progress.

Experience

1. Operations & Marketing Manager

   Hodges Bbq

   Mar 2021 — Present · Summit, MS, US

   Direct daily operations including inventory management, vendor relations (Sysco), and quality control for family-owned restaurant• Expanded market reach through DoorDash and Uber Eats integration; launched Hodges BBQ Sauce as standalone retail product• Create marketing campaigns using Canva and social media platforms; drive consistent weekend traffic and customer retention

Education

• Jackson State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing

  2007 — 2011

Skills

• Action Oriented
• Ios
• Time Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Mac
• Negotiation
• Mac Os
• Business Development
• Healthcare Consulting
• Customer Service
• Iwork
• Business Acumen
• Os X
• Public Speaking
• Sales
• Social Networking
• Leadership
• Advertising
• Retail