Steve Herring
Mobile,AL
Summary
Talented Floral Designer accustomed to overseeing and executing unique creations, including centerpieces, bouquets and arrangements. Highly communicative employee with expertise helping customers execute floral visions. Creative individual with extensive understanding of plants and flowers. Energetic Floral Designer brings complex design ideas to fruition, exceeding client expectations. Specialist in special events such as banquets, weddings and corporate dinners. Designs and arranges floral displays, bouquets and arrangements aligned with holiday trends and customer requests. Knowledgeable about balloons, candy and gift baskets, as well as corsages, boutonnieres and wrist bouquets. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrator
University Of California, San Francisco
10.1988 - 03.2003
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Studied processes, implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Generated reports to suggest corrective actions and process improvements.
- Computerized office activities, maintained customer communications, and tracked records through delivery.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Managed company schedule to coordinate calendar and arrange travel.
- Coordinated with human resources department to handle payroll and personnel databases.
- Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees.
Florist
Hedgerow Flowers And Giftts
03.2002 - 03.2013
- Transported and set up floral arrangements for large-scale functions, comprising weddings, funerals, and banquets.
- Trained staff on proper techniques in arranging flowers and customer service skills.
- Managed daily opening and closing of florist shop to prepare for incoming customers and balance payments.
- Developed positive relationships with clients and vendors to boost rapport and trust.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of various types of flowers and their seasonal availability.
- Utilized floral design techniques to craft unique floral arrangements.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Nurtured flowers to maintain quality and promote longevity.
- Worked with customers to determine type of arrangement desired, occasion, and date, time and location for each arrangement needed.
- Prepared new flower and greenery shipments for arrangement by stripping leaves below waterline, cutting new flowers, mixing flower food solutions and filling floral containers with food solutions.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of needs, characteristics, and varieties of flowers and greenery used in shop to inform arrangement decisions and provide information to customers.
Financial Analyst
NYNEX Corporation
05.1983 - 06.1987
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Improved emergency resolution processes to save time.
- Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security.
- Presented oral and written reports on general economic trends, individual corporations and entire industries.
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
- Researched macroeconomic, industry and company-specific data to inform investment decisions.
- Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability, and expense forecasts.
- Evaluated financial performance of investments, acquisitions and other business opportunities to provide strategic recommendations.
- Reviewed financial reports and streamlined operations to increase productivity and company profits.
- Conducted due diligence on potential investments and presented findings to investors.
Education
Master Of Arts - International Relations
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA04.1983
Bachelor Of Arts - International Relations And Economics
Brown University
Providence, RI05.1979
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Artistic Floral Design
- Plant Care and Handling
- Strategic Business Planning
Complex Problem-Solving
- Customer Inquiries
- Cost Estimates
- Compliance Requirements
- Efficient Service
- Providing Feedback
- Monthly Inventory
- Floral Shop Assistance
Languages
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Florist
Hedgerow Flowers And Giftts
03.2002 - 03.2013
Administrator
University Of California, San Francisco
10.1988 - 03.2003
Financial Analyst
NYNEX Corporation
05.1983 - 06.1987
Master Of Arts - International Relations
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor Of Arts - International Relations And Economics
Brown University
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