Jared started his career in the framing industry in 1991 in Australia, specializing in the area of sales, equipment training & education.

Keeping up ahead of industry advancements in technology, as well as the changing methods & techniques of framing, Jared has always been in the vital position of offering technical support and education to both new & experienced framers across the industry.

Possessing a broad and intimate working knowledge and understand of the framing & graphics industry, from manufacturing & wholesale distribution, to commercial and retail framing, Jared has been integral in helping develop and improve many recognised businesses across our industry, around the globe.

Jared has taught for the Professional Picture Framers Association (PPFA) in the US & Australia, as an educator and as a keynote speaker at major industry events, as well as the Fine Art Trade Guild in New Zealand, as well as running regular seminars and workshops for companies such as Nielsen Bainbridge,  GUNNAR, Cassese and Megawood Mouldings.

Jared is recognised for his support of industry associations, guilds & education, and freely dedicates his time a committee member on the board for the Professional Picture Framers Association in Australia.

Jared writes regular articles for many industry recognised publications across the globe including Picture Framing Magazine in the US, DECOR Magazine in the US & Profile Magazine in Australia.

Jared has also authored the book "Getting the most value from your CMC" which is the industry's most popular reference guide for CMC users.

The CMC Revolution:

Jared is well know to most Australian framing businesses, and was responsible for installing the first computerized mat cutters in Australia, which were all GUNNAR CMC's.

Working with Megawood Larson Juhl Australia, Jared is the Product Manager for the GUNNAR, which have remained the most popular brand of CMC's in Australia for over 14 years, and also the Product Manager for Nielsen Bainbridge, which offers the largest and most popular range of matboards in both Australia, and across the globe. 

Jared's Mission Statement:

"To make a positive difference to our industry, with ethics and credibility"