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Grace Flowers

Venice,FL

Summary

Ambitious Interior Design Consultant with a passion for the creative field and a strong commitment to expanding expertise. Proven ability to build strong client relationships while delivering functional and aesthetically pleasing designs. Skilled in selecting design elements based on clients' preferences and budget. Seeking a role in a company that values growth, collaboration, and creativity, where I can contribute to both individual and team success! Detail-oriented and organized, with a positive attitude and the ability to manage multiple projects. Ready to take on new challenges and responsibilities to drive success and innovation in my design career!

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Design Studio Consultant

Homes By Towne
05.2024 - Current
    • Present and Evaluate client needs and expectations , establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
    • Collaborate with sales, purchasing, and construction teams to deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to clientele.
    • Maintain strong client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
    • Foster enhanced communication among team members to create a collaborative and supportive work environment.
    • Manage multiple deadlines to meet the dynamic needs of various clients and company status.
    • Train new co-workers on design showroom processes, floorplans, Newstar (pricing), and Bluebeam.

Design Studio Assistant

Homes By Towne
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Greeted guests warmly with professionalism, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Collaborated with management to assist in design studio operations.
  • Handled incoming calls , processed requests, and relayed messages to the appropriate personal.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation and record-keeping.
  • Improved team communication with efficient scheduling and meeting coordination.

Assistant Store Manager

Drifter's Boutique and Boardshop
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Managing inventory, ensuring a safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing store environment, and assistant customers.
  • Posting on social media, tracking orders, inspecting and tagging all items, responding to followers on Instagram/Facebook.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.

Interior Decorator

Grace Flowers Designs
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Selected decorative elements for homes, managing budgets and collaborating with vendors and contractors.
  • Reviewed contractor submittals for finishes and products.
  • Created presentations that balanced client needs, budgets, and design quality.
  • Participated in furniture selection and documented all specifications.
  • Completed daily tasks efficiently (emails, phone calls, and site visits), while quickly learning new skills to improve productivity.

Home Stager

Sellstate Vision Realty
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • As a home stager, I prepared homes for viewings and photos by installing furniture and decor to enhance appeal. I worked closely with sellers and agents, and assisted photographers during shoots. Once the home is off the market / sold, I would remove all staging materials.

Home Stager

Stiver Firth International Team - RE/MAX Alliance
06.2019 - 03.2022

Home Stager

Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty
03.2021 - 01.2022

Education

Certified Residential Interior Designer - R.I.D.E. Certified in Interior Design -

State College of Florida-Manatee
Sarasota, FL
01.2021

High school diploma - undefined

Lemon Bay High School
Englewood, FL

Interior Design

Bluebeam University

Skills

  • Attention to Detail & Problem Solving
  • Client Relations & Presentations
  • Customer Service & Professionalism
  • Work Planning, Prioritization & Time Management
  • Reliable, Organized & Creative
  • Scheduling & Follow-up with Reps / Clientele
  • Teamwork & Project Collaboration
  • Fast Learner & Multitasker
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, Bluebeam (Revu), DocuSign, Outlook, Google Docs / Slides, & Canva
  • Social Media Posting & Editing
  • Friendly with a Positive Attitude / Outlook on life

Hobbies outside of work

- Traveling

- Ceramics and Pottery

- Live music and Attending Concerts

- Cooking / Baking new recipes

- Boating and Fishing

- Working out to ensure a healthy lifestyle & mindset


Additional Information

Willing to relocate to: Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, Clearwater FL

Timeline

Design Studio Consultant

Homes By Towne
05.2024 - Current

Design Studio Assistant

Homes By Towne
06.2023 - 05.2024

Assistant Store Manager

Drifter's Boutique and Boardshop
02.2023 - 05.2023

Home Stager

Sellstate Vision Realty
11.2021 - 11.2022

Home Stager

Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty
03.2021 - 01.2022

Interior Decorator

Grace Flowers Designs
01.2021 - 05.2023

Home Stager

Stiver Firth International Team - RE/MAX Alliance
06.2019 - 03.2022

High school diploma - undefined

Lemon Bay High School

Certified Residential Interior Designer - R.I.D.E. Certified in Interior Design -

State College of Florida-Manatee

Interior Design

Bluebeam University
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