• Respond to leads, schedule and meet with prospective clients for tours, increasing bookings by 30%.• Process contracts for all events and maintain client relations.• Conduct planning meetings with all non-wedding clients, discussing floor plans, decor, vendors, logistics and timeline.• Acting venue rep/coordinator for all non-wedding events.• Billing using Stripe program for deposits, installation payments and final balances.• Scheduling of all employees needed for weddings and events.• Purchase and maintain inventory of linens, accessories, and housekeeping needs.• Promote through social media.

• Consult with clients regarding event decor.• Calculate and purchase all flowers and materials for each event staying within the allotted budget.• Construct a weekly production plan and schedule.• Process spreadsheets and correspond with brides using Microsoft Office and Excel. • Photograph and catalogue accessories using Microsoft Publisher.• Create fresh flower bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages and table arrangements.

•Worked one on one with customers, designing and creating custom arrangements for their homes. •Increased sales by accessorizing the furniture sales floor with table arrangements, ledge gardens, potted plants, etc. •Set up and displayed all holiday decor and merchandise.•Assisted corporate department buyer at Americas Mart. •Purchased and replenished department inventory keeping sales floor attractive and full.

•Directly responsible for all mannequin make up design and finishes. •Hired and trained new artists while supervising and delegating projects according to staff abilities. •Built relationships with clients through design consultations.•Attended industry trade shows.

•Staged and styled showroom for market weeks and special events. •Designed and applied make up and specialty finishes to mannequins. •Conducted consultations with clients regarding custom make up and finishes. •Procured non corporate sales. •Attended semi annual trade shows. •Provided showroom tours for fashion students. •Hospitality for international guests during market week. •Restored and refinished damaged mannequins.