Terri Martin-Timmernan
Springfield
Summary
Dynamic florist with 26 years of experience in floral design and customer service. Proven ability to coordinate impactful weddings and special events while managing inventory and driving sales.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Florist
Self Employed Florist
Fair Grove, MO
06.2000 - Current
- Managed end-to-end customer order generation and processing, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Created and assembled a range of floral designs, encompassing potted plants and bouquets, to fulfill specific customer requests.
- Coordinated special events and weddings, tailoring designs to client specifications
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply orders to ensure availability of fresh flowers and materials
- Transported and set up floral arrangements for large-scale functions, comprising weddings, funerals, and banquets.
- Bagged, boxed or gift-wrapped sold merchandise per customer request.
Craft Shows
Self-employeed
Strafford, MO
04.1994 - 06.1998
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Achieved increased sales through effective promotion of indoor and outdoor floral arrangements. Enhanced customer engagement by showcasing Native American bead jewelry. Drove interest in t-shirts and paintings through strategic merchandising.
Florist Designer Assistant
Pinkys Floral
Rowland Heights, CA
07.1977 - 09.1979
- Assisted in floral arrangement design, enhancing visual appeal and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and updates to inventory management system.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline daily operations, improving workflow efficiency.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and ensuring positive shopping experiences.
- Trained new staff on floral care techniques and store protocols, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Prepared potted plants and bouquets based on customer requirements.
Education
Associate of Science - Business And Marketing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO09-2022
No Degree - Business Computers
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO11-2003
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Woman's Action Center
Los Angeles, CA09-1978
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
Bell, CA06-1977
Skills
- Flower arranging
- Sales and service-oriented
- Customer Service-oriented
- Bouquet wrapping
- Creative vision
- Floral design
- Inventory management and ordering
- Marketing strategy implementation
- Client engagement and assistance
- Window displays
- Wedding design
- Handmade accessory creation
- Order preparation and processing
Timeline
Florist
Self Employed Florist
06.2000 - Current
Craft Shows
Self-employeed
04.1994 - 06.1998
Florist Designer Assistant
Pinkys Floral
07.1977 - 09.1979
Associate of Science - Business And Marketing
Ozarks Technical Community College
No Degree - Business Computers
Ozarks Technical Community College
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Woman's Action Center
High School Diploma -
Bell High School