Stormie Ingram
Yucca Valley,Ca
Summary
Entrepreneurial Owner with a proven track record of business success, adept at building operations from the ground up using strategic and scalable approaches. Demonstrated ability to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Co. Owner
Nomadic Notions
Yucca Valley, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted with the coordination of event logistics, including venue selection and vendor contracts.
- Designed Events: weddings and intimate celebrations.
- Facilitated Corporate Events.
- Designed and oversaw fabricated event rentals.
- Developed strategies for increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction.
Editorial and Commercial Food Stylist
Self Employed Services
Los Angeles, CA
03.1994 - Current
- Developed creative food styling concepts for photoshoots.
- Organized and prepped ingredients for each recipe.
- Created visually appealing presentations of food dishes that met client expectations.
- Managed large crew of assistants for commercial filming.
- Clients include: O' Magazine, Disney, The Chew, Good Morning America, Coca Cola, Nestle, Starbucks, Food and Wine Magazine, and many more.
- Cover of the Year Award for Los Angeles Magazine
Stormie Ingram Interiors
Owner-Operator
Los Angeles, CA
07.2014 - 07.2020
- Designed Corporate and Residential Environments
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines set by clients.
- Participated in industry trade shows and conferences in order stay abreast of new trends in interior design.
- Attended regular meetings with team members throughout the duration of each project.
- Provided guidance on installation techniques for various types of products such as drapery rods or light fixtures.
- Coordinated with contractors and other professionals on construction projects.
- Reviewed blueprints and structural specifications to determine the best interior design solution
- Collaborated with architects, builders, engineers and other designers to ensure successful project completion
- Reviewed project costs, budgets and adherence to schedules.
- Advised client on space planning, layout and use of furnishings or equipment.
Event Producer
Private Clientele
Los Angeles, CA
03.2015 - 03.2016
- NDA Clients referred from the Penninsula Hotel
- Stateside and Mexico
- Developed detailed event plans and timelines to ensure successful execution of events.
- Scheduled and attended pre-event meetings with clients to discuss event details and objectives.
- Created floor plans, seating arrangements, and other visuals as needed for each event.
- Assisted in the preparation of budgets and monitored expenses throughout the duration of an event.
- Monitored guest satisfaction levels throughout the duration of an event.
- Handled customer service inquiries related to specific events or venues.
- Developed relationships with vendors in order to secure discounts or special offers when possible.
- Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
Corporate Show Room Interior Designer
Tabletops Unlimited
Carson, CA
10.2004 - 03.2009
- Tabletops Unlimited is one of the largest private label dinnerware manufacturers in the world.
- Recreated their 3,000 sq. ft. Buyer's Booth that ships to McCormick Centre in Chicago twice a year.
- Oversaw the installation with Union Contractors.
- Designed their 10,000 sq. ft. Corporate Showroom in Carson, CA
- Designed the New York Showroom.
- Reviewed blueprints and structural specifications to determine the best interior design solution.
- Conducted site visits to assess existing conditions prior to beginning a project.
- Developed interior design concepts and prepared interior systems and finishes.
- Collaborated closely with customers, adjusting plans to satisfy client needs and requirements.
- Provided information about available color palettes and helped select colors that reflected client personality and goals.
- Reviewed project costs, budgets and adherence to schedules.
- Gave clients information about strategies to keep spaces fresh and inviting.
- Researched concepts and followed industry trends to provide knowledgeable insight to clients.
- Created professional presentations to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
- Maintained accurate specifications for each project.
- Coordinated with contractors and other professionals on construction projects.
Education
Interior Design
UCLA School of Interior Design
Los Angeles, CA05-2006
Associate of Arts - Theatre
Lon Morris College
Jacksonville, TX05-1975
Theatre Arts
Univ. of Texas
Austin, TXSkills
- Customer Retention
- Records Management
- Workforce Management
- Strategic Planning
- Troubleshooting
- Creativity
- Love to create experiences other than events
Accomplishments
- Interior Design Award for BEST PLASTIC SURGEONS OFFICE
- BEST MAGAZINE COVER AWARD for LA Magazine
Websites
Timeline
Event Co. Owner
Nomadic Notions
06.2021 - Current
Event Producer
Private Clientele
03.2015 - 03.2016
Stormie Ingram Interiors
Owner-Operator
07.2014 - 07.2020
Corporate Show Room Interior Designer
Tabletops Unlimited
10.2004 - 03.2009
Editorial and Commercial Food Stylist
Self Employed Services
03.1994 - Current
Interior Design
UCLA School of Interior Design
Associate of Arts - Theatre
Lon Morris College
Theatre Arts
Univ. of Texas
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