Owner And General Manager Of Operations
Larson Floral & Party Innovations
Glendale, Az
This is a business specializing in wedding & party rental equipment, sales and theme prop rentals for special events, including a full service flower shop serving as a complete source for decorating. Some of the items include: archways, candelabras, columns, Punch fountains, chocolate fountains, advanced balloon formations, silk plant rentals, table linens, backdrops, theme props, wedding accessories, invitations, and much more. Our focus is creating a magnificent themed environment that brings detail and delight. As the lead floral designer, creativity is essential. Whether it’s the perfect wedding bouquet, decorated arch, or the most sophisticated centerpieces across the room, the innovation of design and the variety of products are so important. Great emphasis is placed on making sure every client is thrilled by exceeding all expectations in providing the best products and delivering the exceptional, “above-and-beyond” customer service we are known for. As owner, achieving that outstanding reputation, is extremely important. • Responsible for all business operations to plan, coordinate, set-up & decorate 1000’s of weddings and special events successfully resulting in many happy clients and consistent business growth each year.• Responsible for researching and developing product lines, controlling inventory, negotiating cost, purchasing products and formulating competitive pricing. • Supervise, hire, train, manage and promote employees - lead staff to achieve goals.• Create ongoing, detailed marketing plans for multiple-departmental-divisions, reaching out to customers and directly impacting business growth.• Prepare and maintain budgets resulting in excellent credit rating; accurately process accounting activities while ensuring proper financial control of business.• Act as a consultant assisting customers with product selection, guidance on services, explaining benefits and obtaining detailed information to help clients make proper decisions.