Meet Jayde Jonathan Glover | General Contractor & Touring DJ

Jayde Jonathan Glover, a professional operating as both a General Contractor and a Touring DJ, discusses his approach to risk-taking and career management. He believes in pursuing endeavors that make him feel alive, regardless of uncertainty or the opinions of others, choosing a life with a healthy combination of predictability and surprise over a purely safe existence. This philosophy allows him to navigate two demanding and seemingly disparate careers successfully. As the owner of Ardor Design & Build, Glover specializes in ground-up construction and extensive renovations for residential and commercial properties. He acknowledges the high-stress nature and significant liability associated with the construction industry, crediting his partners, Albert Valdez and Zeke Evers, for helping manage the business more smoothly. Together, they have completed notable projects, including several for Fat Sal’s Deli, from their Venice Pier location to their new corporate headquarters in Los Angeles. Concurrently, Glover maintains a vibrant career as a DJ under the name “Kieffer Smutherland.” He holds residencies at prominent Hollywood clubs such as Bootsy Bellows and Hyde, and regularly performs at other well-known venues like The Highlight Room and Poppy’s. He collaborates with restaurant groups like the Vanderpump Group, hosting the popular “Smutherland” event every Friday at Tom Tom with Tom Schwartz, an event that draws fans globally, especially bachelor/bachelorette parties and 'Vanderpump Rules' enthusiasts. Additionally, he has a weekly residency at “The Hideaway” in Pacific Beach, San Diego. Glover's daily schedule is intense, often involving construction site oversight, building regulation navigation, and collaboration with architects and engineers from 6 AM to 5 PM, followed by DJ performances from 10 PM to 2 AM. He finds that the stress of his contracting work is effectively balanced by the exhilarating experience of performing for large crowds as a DJ. He views the demanding schedule and associated lack of sleep as a necessary “price to be paid” for moments of peace and the fulfillment derived from his dual passions. If a friend were visiting Los Angeles, Glover would craft an itinerary showcasing both his professional and leisure worlds. This would include dining at Fat Sal’s on the Venice Pier, visiting other restaurant groups he collaborates with for drinks, and attending his DJ sets at either Bootsy Bellows or The Highlight Room, complete with VIP treatment. A weekend would also involve overseeing a construction project in Santa Monica, visiting other local bars like Tom Tom or Tower 12, and another DJ performance. Sundays would feature a brunch party he DJs at Hyde nightclub, followed by a trip to San Diego for his show at “The Hideaway,” illustrating his non-stop, dynamic lifestyle. Glover extends credit to Andrea De Lancellotti, whom he identifies as an exceptional designer and real estate agent, and his father, Jeffrey Glover, for his newly published book, “Jungle Steam.” This recognition highlights the supportive network and influences in his life and career. #GeneralContractor #TouringDJ #RiskTaking #CareerBalance #ArdorDesignAndBuild #KiefferSmutherland #LosAngelesNightlife #Entrepreneurship #GeneralContractor #TouringDJ #RiskTaking #CareerBalance #ArdorDesignAndBuild #KiefferSmutherland #LosAngelesNightlife #Entrepreneurship