
Our Team
Gene started in the lighting industry in 1991 and has included nearly every aspect of the industry. Gene’s goal is to develop relationships with his clients and make their experience perfect. One of his favorite elements is mastering the ever-changing design trends. Gene primarily works with custom home builders, interior designers, and the architectural trade. A couple of his favorite activities include visiting the Denver Art Museum and enjoying a great dinner at a local restaurant.
Mary’s career experience has focused on representing iconic modern classic companies, specializing in finishes, furniture, and textiles. Her clients included both residential and commercial designers and architects. Mary’s background with classic, timeless design is a natural fit to help our customers select lighting products that make an impact, integrating beautifully into a project’s aesthetic sensibility. Her goal is to be a resource for design professionals and homeowners, offering the exceptional service and product expertise Ultra Design Center is known for. Outside of work, Mary loves remodeling older homes and gardening.
Amber has been in the lighting industry since 2005. Over the course of her career, she has really gravitated towards high-end custom homes and specifically loves working on homes in the mountains. Amber has a keen eye for detail and enjoys solving the daily challenge of complex lighting requests. She loves helping Builders, Designers, and the average homeowner. In her free time, she is either traveling somewhere new or enjoying everything the Colorado Rockies has to offer.
Janet’s lighting career has spanned many aspects of the industry, from owning her own showroom to working for an agency where she would specify lighting for the hospitality industry. Her specialty is residential lighting design. She enjoys the collaboration of working with designers, builders, and homeowners to help create her clients’ dream homes. When Janet is not working you’ll likely find her out on the ranch where she raises and breeds Andalusian horses.
Melanie is a native of Colorado who has always enjoyed working with people. She is excited to be working with customers and the team at Ultra Design Center as the Receptionist and Lighting Support Specialist. In her free time, Melanie loves to hike, travel, and spend time with her family, friends, and pets.
Brett brings over 10 years of leadership experience at Walgreens to the team at Ultra. Originally from Iowa, Brett has a keen sense of humor and a commitment to doing great work.