Kate Griffith

• Assisted clients with custom requests by listening attentively to their needs, making appropriate recommendations based on personal tastes or event themes.
• Created custom flower arrangements for in-store and e-commerce customers
• Developed strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality fresh flowers at competitive prices.
• Supported head florist with daily tasks, improving overall efficiency and workflow within the store.

After selling Exquisite Decor I ventured into Wedding Planning, as well as a few corporate events. I keep it very part time so I can focus on each client fully and allow myself to be open for employment for a company likes yours doing what I love the most. Events and Public Relations. My approach is personable and wholesome as I help clients navigate and manage their expectations. Risk Management, Logistics and Budget are always on the forefront going into any initials plans. With over 250 weddings in total during my career and still planning!

• Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
• Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
• Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
• Utilized social media platforms to engage potential attendees and promote upcoming events effectively.
• Developed and executed risk management plans to anticipate and mitigate potential issues, ensuring seamless event progression.
• Tailored event themes and content to resonate with target audiences, achieving high levels of attendee engagement and satisfaction.
• Managed event logistics from conception to completion, ensuring every detail contributed to event's success.

• A Casual position working 40 to 60 hours per year
• Demonstrated adaptability by effectively managing workload fluctuations due to changing demands or emergencies in the healthcare setting.
• Exhibited strong attention to detail when assembling and packaging sterile devices, ensuring the accuracy of contents and proper labeling for end-users.
• Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.

• Note: Business sold/ I will be offering unpaid assistance from time to time during the wedding season to the new owner
• Able to travel long distances to deliver rentals and setting up venues
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Exquisite Decor averaged between 450 to 700 event rentals per year, I had my hand in every single one of them from start to finish

• Managed vendor relationships to secure best quality of services and products for organizational needs.
• Designed custom event layouts that maximized available space while maintaining a visually pleasing aesthetic.
• Greeted patrons and participants at events to guide guests to locations and answer questions.
• Provided exceptional on-site support during events, addressing any issues promptly and professionally.
• Facilitated communication between internal events personnel and external vendors to quickly resolve any conflicts or concerns.
• Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
• Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
• Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.