When Donald founded Epic, the goal was simple: craft a better way to help people like you fight back against cavities. Now, 17 years later, we’re living that dream bigger and better than ever before.
Despite all that, we’ve worked hard to make sure we stay true to our “aw shucks” small business roots. We definitely like to know a little something about who we’re in business with, so here’s a little about our team in return.
Donald Bailey - Founder and Chief Smile Officer
Donald has had a passion for peddling tasty treats ever since he was young, as seen from his first venture into the world of business as a 13-year old: selling candy out of his backpack to his fellow junior high students. When Donald’s having a bad day, his favorite thing to do is read through our most recent customer reviews as reminder of the difference our product can create. In addition to his work, Donald loves drone photography and stealing a few minutes to play a round of Golf Clash on his phone.
Monica Bailey - Chief of Staff
Donald’s wife and partner-in-crime Monica is passionate about taking Epic to the next level and loves managing the Epic Team. Monica enjoys making caramel apples and crème brulée, was crowned Mrs. Utah America in 2016, and will never be spotted far from a cold can of Coca-Cola (with fresh lime).
Bennett B. - Official Mascot, Lego Engineer
Bennett became our official mascot a year or two back when we realized his photo was too dang cute not to share. Bennett is enthusiastic, inquisitive, and is always asking when it will be his turn to be "the boss of Epic." When he’s not assembling some new Lego contraption, Bennett loves to kick back and watch an episode of the Wild Kratts.
Davis B. - Dinosaur Research Specialist, Junior Paper Shredder
Spending countless hours studying dinosaurs and dragons, Davis also makes time in his busy schedule to shred whatever documents need it for the Epic Team. According to his meticulous research, there’s a dangerous crocodile living inside the shredder that must be fed paper frequently.
Elle B. - Junior Fresh Fruit Mint Taste Inspector
When she’s not performing her taste-testing duties every Epic Fresh Fruit mint in sight, Elle loves distracting her dad from his work. Other Epic employees have noticed that she’s got Donald wrapped around her finger, but they don’t mind.
Ashley M. - Executive Assistant
Ashley and Amelia Earhart have one thing in common, they love to accomplish big tasks. As an Executive Assistant, Ashley keeps our fearless leaders organized and supported. Her positive attitude brings sunshine to Epic every day. If you want to reach her outside of the office, you’ll need to head to the nearest ocean. She’s probably there enjoying her favorite seafood, shrimp!
Laura T. - Special Projects Manager
Laura has a thing for puzzles – that’s what makes her the perfect fit here at Epic. As our Special Projects Manager, Laura helps solve our puzzles and pushes Epic to the next level. When she’s not elbow deep in a project, you can find her spending time outside and working on one of her many art projects. Because of her knack for ceramics, you’ll always find some clay speckled on her somewhere.
Jake B. - Production Worker
Jake isn’t a big fan of seafood, but that’s okay…we weren’t planning on releasing a fish flavored gum. As one of our production workers, Jake knows how the sausage is made! He helps the production team with packing our gum and mints into the beautiful packages that arrive at your door! When he’s not working hard here at Epic, you’ll find him either at the gym or the local thrift store.
Kevin V. - Warehouse Worker
In a perfect world, Kevin would have a pet chimpanzee, but since we don’t live in a perfect world, he’ll have to settle for the next best thing…fearing them. He could probably live amongst apes if he wanted to, he loves bananas! Kevin works hard moving inventory in the warehouse and even harder grabbing the warm paper from the printer. (It’s his favorite part of the job.)
Kyanne G. - Supply Chain Manager
Kyanne keeps Epic’s supply of delicious gum and mints high and keeps her own supply of hot sauce even higher! That’s right, she loves anything spicy, but she does miss out when she travels, TSA won’t let her bring any sauce. Despite that devastating loss, Kyanne loves to travel so much that she would own her own plane if she could. While flying high in the sky, she’d be watching Aliens.
Neliah R. - Production Worker
Neliah loves The Little Mermaid, which makes sense because her name definitely sounds mermaid-y. She doesn’t have a tail, but that’s probably for the best…it might get stuck in the packaging machines! As a production worker, Neliah keeps the gears turning and product pumping. Her family calls her “Smelly Nelly” but that can’t be true, her favorite flavor of Epic gum is cinnamon!
Hailey K. - Production Manager
As our Production Shift Lead, Hailey oversees the packaging process for Epic Gum & Mints in our clean room. A lifelong bowler, Hailey’s always looking for opportunities to perfect her skills, both on the production line and at the bowling alley. Hailey dreams of one day owning a whole bunch of pet bunnies.
Marvin A. – Warehouse Manager
Marvin would love to own his own island one day. He’d happily sit on the beach and eat bananas ‘til the sun goes down! As our Warehouse Manager, Marvin is responsible for keeping inventory tidy and tracked. He’s a natural at the job and we’re lucky to have him. We love his can-do attitude, and he loves chewing on Epic gum, it’s a match made in heaven!
Jordan M. – Quality Assurance Manager
Chocolate and cheese – who doesn’t love those things? Jordan, that’s who. Instead, he loves enjoying the finer things of life, like the salt and vinegar fries at Buffalo Wild Wings and spending his free time outside the office doing things like snowboarding, going to concerts, and traveling! Like anyone else with refined taste, Jordan knows most of the good music was already made in the 80's.
Kim G. - Production Worker
As a part of our production team, Kim loves seeing the finished product. She works with the team to ensure the packaging process is slippery smooth, just like your teeth after using Epic products. Kim loves the orange-mango gum here at Epic, but at home she loves Chinese food. On any day you’re likely to find her with her favorite take-out watching The Strangers.
Kate H. - Operations Administrator
When it comes to operations, Kate has it locked down. Her hard work and attention to detail keeps the wheels running smoothly over here. Kate’s extra careful approach to work extends to her personal life too…she’s never broken a bone! Hopefully her plans to skydive don’t change that. She loves eating sushi and hiking but finds it tricky to do at the same time.