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SHELBIE SIGNOR

Westerly,RI

Summary

Dynamic and creative professional with over 20 years of experience in design and event management, combining artistic vision with strategic execution. Proven track record in fostering exceptional customer relations and delivering outstanding administrative and financial management. Recognized for achieving record sales while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction and engagement. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive innovative solutions and elevate brand experiences.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Floral Designer

Broadview Florist and Garden Center
09.2021 - Current

Design arrangements and bouquets for orders and deliveries

Specialized in coordinating events such as proms, weddings, and funerals.

Conducted routine upkeep of refrigeration units, visual displays, and storage facilities.

Oversaw maintenance and treatment of cut flowers.

Tailored service solutions to meet unique customer needs.

Wedding consultations and event staging

Fostered collaborative relationships with luxury hospitality venues.

Floral Department Manager/Wedding Specialist

Whole Foods Market
06.2005 - 09.2021
  • Maintained product availability by ordering, labeling, stocking, and inventorying department merchandise.
  • Lead a department team of six who consistently met sales/goal projections.
  • Worked with clients to understand their needs, quote prices and discuss arrangement options.
  • Selected and ordered flowers directly from the wholesalers and growers.
  • Managed the administrative and financial aspects of the business, keeping accounts and records current.
  • Created custom floral arrangements for all occasions, including weddings, holidays, and funerals.
  • Promoted trust and respect among associates by communicating company, department, and job-specific information.

Florist

Saks Florist
10.2003 - 06.2005
  • Unpacked stock and received orders.
  • Communicated with clients via telephone and in-person to discuss desired types of arrangements, prices, and place of delivery.
  • Selected floral and foliage for various types of arrangements using numerous combinations to synthesize and develop new creations.

Event Florist

Mark Hall Renaissance
03.2002 - 10.2003
  • Created high end arrangements for special events and weddings.
  • Delivered and staged exquisite floral pieces on site of events.

Education

Certification for Floral Design and Events - Artistry of Design

Rittners School of Floral Design
Boston, MA

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Community College of Road Island
Warwick, RI

High School Diploma - General Studies

Westerly High School
Westerly, RI

Skills

  • Artistic abilities
  • Leadership/Management skills
  • Motivated to help clients
  • Team Player
  • Strong communication and support training skills
  • High knowledge of floral and events
  • Inventory oversight
  • Organizational Skills
  • Goal Setter
  • Wedding floral design
  • Customer orders
  • Floral consultations
  • Flower arranging
  • Floral arrangement techniques
  • Hand tying bouquets
  • Order placement
  • Funeral floral design
  • Floral trend awareness
  • Client consultations
  • Floral education

Hobbies

Disc golf

Yoga

5k runs

Timeline

Floral Designer

Broadview Florist and Garden Center
09.2021 - Current

Floral Department Manager/Wedding Specialist

Whole Foods Market
06.2005 - 09.2021

Florist

Saks Florist
10.2003 - 06.2005

Event Florist

Mark Hall Renaissance
03.2002 - 10.2003

Certification for Floral Design and Events - Artistry of Design

Rittners School of Floral Design

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Community College of Road Island

High School Diploma - General Studies

Westerly High School