DIANN M. HIMES
Lake Helen,Florida
Summary
Highly organized and reliable professional with extensive experience in administration, financial services, customer service, and retail operations. Proven ability to manage complex workflows, coordinate across multiple departments, and deliver accurate results under pressure. Recognized as a detail-oriented team player who thrives in both independent and collaborative environments.
Overview
56
56
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Hobby Lobby Orange City Fla
11.2018 - 12.2024
- Processed customer transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Assisted with stocking, merchandising, and maintaining store appearance.
- Recognized for professionalism and reliability.
Catering Staff Member
Tijuana Flats Orange City Fla
08.2013 - 01.2018
- Delivered and setup catering orders for commercial/business clients
- Ensured client satisfaction with punctual, detail-oriented service.
Retail Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond Orange City Fla
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Assisted customers with purchases and returns.
- Supported merchandising and floor organization.
Registration department
Dept of Elections Deland Florida
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Processed voter registration applications during election season.
- Provided assistance and information to the public.
Account Supervisor
Halliday Financial Group (HRC Investment Services, Inc) Glen Head, NY
01.1991 - 01.2010
- Administered weekly $450,000+ in 403(b) payroll contributions for City University of New York.
- Collaborated with HR departments, financial institutions, and the NY State Comptroller’s Office to ensure compliance and resolve discrepancies.
- Served as liaison for clients regarding retirement accounts, allocations, and issue resolution.
- Coordinated educational seminars statewide, overseeing logistics and promotional materials.
- Managed office operations: banking, vendor relations, supply purchasing, and general administration.
Co-owner
Sea Cliff Photograph Co. Sea Cliff, New York
01.1981 - 01.1991
- Owned and managed a 2,400 sq. ft. gallery specializing in photography and custom framing.
- Directed exhibitions, publicity, and retail operations.
- Supervised staff of five, managed inventory, and oversaw finances.
Vice-President of Resident Buying Office
Micki Douchin Inc, New York, New York
01.1971 - 01.1981
- Provided trends and research-driven information to buyers of knitwear, junior & contemporary & sportswear, directing clients to specific vendors.
- Traveled to Paris, London, Florence, Rome (see petit e'porte) and did research for market forecasting.
- Forecast predictions, colors and styles for private label merchandise. We were ahead of the times!
Assistant Buyer
Canadian Fur Inc/Plants Place New York, New York
01.1969 - 01.1971
- Assisted in the selections and buying of junior sportswear for 23 dept stores and 7 specialty stores in N.J.,N.Y. & L.I.
- Analyzed weekly reorders sales figures and negotiated stock replenishment etc.
Education
AA - Buying & Merchandising
Fashion Institute of Technology
Skills
- Office Administration & Reporting
- Customer Service & Client Relations
- Payroll & Financial Record Management
- Event & Seminar Coordination
- Retail Sales & Cash Handling
- Team Leadership & Training
- Problem Resolution & Communication
Affiliations
- Volunteered on Locust Valley HS Environmental Committee; district became a pesticide-free model recognized statewide.
- Editor of Inside Track newsletter (10–14 pages); honored at PTA Dinner for community service.
- Sales representative for Serbin Publications at Jacob Javits Photo Expo, promoting trade directories and publications.
- Organized seminars and community events for local organizations.
Publications
- Editor of the "Inside Track" L.V. High School Parents Council quarterly newsletter. I was a one woman staff, creating an interesting 10-14 page newsletter (later joined by m middle school) capturing the pulse of what was going on...issues (as parents) should be made aware of and addressed (at local ways). Was allowed to write my own column in each of the issues. Each issue had a theme and also gave an update of dept of what was going on in the school.
- In June 2003, I was honored at the PTA Dinner for my service to the community via the newsletter.
- 2003-2008 Seven Publications...Glen Stein, Santa Barbara, California...sales in charge of his booth at the Jacob Javitz Photo Show exhibitions bi-yearly in NYC, NY. Sold over 45 sets of advertising for photographers through their printing services, also sold space in his trade directories and showed his photo annual books printed in color in the Orient at very competitive prices at that time, and composed a modest market & his magazine that he published...Photographers Forum.
- 1994-1999 volunteered running library and setting up of seminars for speakers for Hicksville/Levittown metaphysical org. Eyes of Learning alternative healing modalities, Reiki, Crystals, alternative health, vegetarian, organic food, aromatherapy, flower essence
Community Service
Locust Valley High School Environmental Committee, 2001, 2005, Volunteered on the Locust Valley High School Environmental Committee (for parents) working with the L.V.C.S. District Administration. Our district was chosen as a case study for IPM by Healthy Schools Network & NYCAP. Due to our district being totally pesticide free (no pesticides since 1992) I also raised organic fertilizer since 1998. Also wrote minutes
Timeline
Cashier
Hobby Lobby Orange City Fla
11.2018 - 12.2024
Catering Staff Member
Tijuana Flats Orange City Fla
08.2013 - 01.2018
Retail Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond Orange City Fla
06.2013 - 07.2013
Registration department
Dept of Elections Deland Florida
09.2012 - 11.2012
Account Supervisor
Halliday Financial Group (HRC Investment Services, Inc) Glen Head, NY
01.1991 - 01.2010
Co-owner
Sea Cliff Photograph Co. Sea Cliff, New York
01.1981 - 01.1991
Vice-President of Resident Buying Office
Micki Douchin Inc, New York, New York
01.1971 - 01.1981
AA - Buying & Merchandising
Fashion Institute of Technology
Assistant Buyer
Canadian Fur Inc/Plants Place New York, New York
01.1969 - 01.1971
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