Trish Van De Merkt
Crystal Lake,IL
Summary
Accomplished Floral Designer and Business Owner specializing in floral arrangement design and event consultation. Develops tailored event concepts that reflect client visions while ensuring operational efficiency. Expertise in vendor negotiation and team leadership drives the delivery of high-quality floral experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner and Lead Designer
Grapevine Floral Company
Lake in the Hills, Illinois
02.2008 - 03.2012
Consulted with potential clients to refine floral design concepts for their events, ensuring alignment with their vision.
Sourced and ordered flowers and supplies from wholesalers, prioritizing quality and freshness to meet client expectations.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including hiring and training staff.
- Directed employees on daily tasks.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rogers High School
Michigan City, IN06-1974
Skills
- Floral design
- Floral arrangement design
- Event consultation
- Vendor negotiation
- Inventory management
- Business operations
- Customer engagement
Affiliations
- Currently enjoying tending to my large dahlia garden, helping my husband with his wood turning business, doing art markets and our two grandsons.
Timeline
Owner and Lead Designer
Grapevine Floral Company
02.2008 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Rogers High School