ABOUT VALET

LEADING THE WAY TO BETTER WAYS OF DOING LIGHTING.

In everything we do, we believe in making things better. We believe in radical alignment with our customers and are willing to break industry norms to get there. We are pioneering new norms by making our offerings available nationwide, applying technologies that enable faster, better service, and focusing on the needs of our customers. Beyond light fixtures and controls, we sell experiences, and our commitment to the success of our customers is palpable. As lighting design and supply leaders, we are committed to blazing trails to better ways of doing lighting.

we look forward to SHOWING you THE WAY.

OUR PEOPLE

With a team of dedicated, thoughtful people that genuinely care about making lighting better, we’re raising the bar. Raising expectations that lighting can be both beautiful and uncomplicated, so you can thrive.

James is the Founder and CEO of Valet. As CEO, he is currently focused on how to best organize for the future. He is Lighting Certified (LC) by the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions and has over 11 years experience leading Valet.
James has lived all over the US, but grew up in the Mountain West where he developed a love for sports and the outdoors. He was an academic and athletic All-American college baseball player at Arkansas and Southern Miss while earning a BA in Philosophy. His senior year at USM, he was elected Team Captain and played in the College World Series for the first time in school history. James was drafted in the 12th round and played professional baseball in the New York Mets and Cincinnati Reds organizations.
While earning his MS in Geography, James was assistant-editor for the Southeastern Geographer, drilled ice cores for climate research on the McCall Glacier in the Brooks Range of Alaska, and climbed all 58 14,000’ peaks in CO for thesis research. He Co-Founded Valet in 2013 while writing and defending his master’s thesis.
James is passionate about philosophy, reading, fitness, nutrition, music, and mountaineering. To keep the fires burning, he has a growing list of mountaineering accomplishments, including the Grand Teton and every state highpoint in the contiguous US from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. His next objectives include: Denali, CA 14ers, PNW volcanoes, CO 13ers, and the highest peaks in Europe and Canada.
James has been a member of EO Nashville since March of 2020. He is married to his college sweetheart, Ashley, and they have two boys, Oliver (9) and Walden (6).

JAMES EWING, MS, LC, IES

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Ashley's path to heading up all things financial for Valet started with an accounting course in high school and over 9 years (and counting) experience as an enrolled agent with her own tax business. Hailing from the countryside of Mississippi, Ashley enjoys spending time exploring the outdoors, gardening, yoga, and DIY projects.Ashley has a BA in accounting from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is married with two children. — Ashley's path to heading up all things financial for Valet started with an accounting course in high school and over 15 years (and counting) experience as an enrolled agent with her own tax business.
Hailing from the countryside of Mississippi, Ashley enjoys spending time exploring the outdoors, gardening, yoga, and DIY projects.
Ashley has a BA in accounting from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is married with two children.

ASHLEY EWING

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Zach, a native of Franklin, Tennessee, began working in the lighting industry in 2019 when he joined Valet Energy. Prior to Valet, Zach worked in the finance industry in Indianapolis, Indiana after he graduated from Butler University with a degree i… — Zach, a native of Franklin, Tennessee, began working in the lighting industry in 2019 when he joined Valet Lighting Company. As of November of 2024, he is Lighting Certified (LC) by the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions.
Prior to Valet, Zach worked in the finance industry in Indianapolis, Indiana after he graduated from Butler University with a degree in Finance and Marketing. During his time at Butler, Zach was a proud member of the football team. Through sports, he discovered his passion of being a reliable team member contributing towards a common goal. Looking to pursue his passion, Zach found the perfect outlet working at Valet. He strives to utilize teamwork to ensure the lighting process is a smooth experience for all stakeholders throughout a project. In his free time, Zach enjoys watching sports, playing golf, and going to concerts.

ZACHARY BACON, LC

APPLICATION ENGINEER

Born and raised in Murfreesboro, Garrett is a long-time Middle Tennessean. Originally earning a BS in Biology at Harding University, Garrett has an earnest passion for understanding the “why” behind everything in our world. As of November of 2024, he is Lighting Certified (LC) by the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions.

Garrett had a lightbulb moment in 2021 leading him to join the team at Valet. Valet’s emphasis on creating a positive customer experience resonates with Garrett, so he spends each day focused on how to add value to the interactions between members of the Valet team and our partners. Garrett is passionate about fulfilling Valet’s mission to make life better for our partners, and he strives each day to make this a reality.

Outside of work, Garrett enjoys giving his time to his passions for guitar, home DIY projects, and relaxing in the company of his wife and two rescued mutts.

GARRETT BRYANT, LC

APPLICATION ENGINEER

Our purpose is to make life better for the people touched by our work – employees, customers, vendors, and partners. We believe that our business is a reflection of its people, and that our work is an expression of what we find meaningful – connecting with others, being engaged in inspiring projects, and embracing challenges that teach us both what we are capable of and that we can always get better. We are here to experience the feeling of being alive with a deep sense of gratitude for the journey - to help our people thrive - and lighting is our vineyard.