Cynthia Kung Jones
About Cynthia Kung Jones
Cynthia Kung Jones serves as the Director of Commercial Sales for the East Region at GrowGeneration Corp, a position she has held since 2023. With extensive experience in hydroponics and greenhouse sales, she has transitioned from a background in fashion and international freight coordination to a leadership role in commercial sales.
Work at GrowGeneration
Cynthia Kung Jones currently serves as the Director of Commercial Sales for the East Region at GrowGeneration Corp. She has held this position since 2023, leading the Eastern commercial sales team. In this role, she focuses on enhancing internal efficiencies and spearheading leadership development initiatives within the organization.
Previous Sales Experience
Before joining GrowGeneration, Cynthia Kung Jones accumulated extensive experience in the hydroponics and greenhouse sales industry. She worked as a Greenhouse & Hydroponic Sales Specialist at Engineering Services and Products Company from 2016 to 2020. She also served as NE Territory Sales Manager and Area Sales Manager at The Hawthorne Gardening Company from 2020 to 2022, and as a CEA, Hydro Retail & Greenhouse Sales Representative at BFG Supply Co from 2022 to 2023.
Educational Background
Cynthia Kung Jones studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned an Associate's degree in Applied Science, Fashion Design from 2005 to 2006. She later completed a Bachelor of Science in Management, Fashion at the same institution from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she attended Laguardia High School from 1999 to 2003.
Career Transition
Cynthia Kung Jones transitioned from a background in fashion and international freight coordination to a leadership role in commercial sales within the hydroponics industry. Her diverse career includes various positions in merchandising, planning, and international account management, showcasing her adaptability and breadth of experience.
Early Career Roles
Cynthia Kung Jones began her career in the fashion industry, working as a Production Intern and Manager of International Accounts at Hanky Panky in 2010 and 2011. She also held roles at Jade Marketing Group LLC as a Product Development Assistant and Brand Production Coordinator in 2012, and as a Global Compliance Specialist at Bob's Discount Furniture from 2013 to 2014.