Hello, I'm Kathryn! I'm a 39 year old woman with a huge passion for all things plants, flowers, bouquets, and making people happy. I've grown up nurturing plants and gardening and after spending 20 years in sales, management, and business development for other companies, I'm over it. I'm ready to open my own store that will include (but not limited to) all types of plants, succulents, cactus, and unique hard-to-find flowers. Decorative pots, creative planting options, gift packages for the succulents, and I'll be working with other local small businesses to include items that complement the plants. The store will be in a great location. I'll be marketing/advertising on social platforms and selling the items online as well. My business plan is in order and I’ve done all the research.
I've spent my life selling other companies' products and services so I have no doubt I can sell something I'm so passionate about. Please consider funding my dream!! I sincerely appreciate your consideration!
House of Flowers will include many amazing items for sale. I know what I would like to find in a flower/plant store but after researching, I can easily commit to all types of flowers, succulents, plants (cut and potted), decorative pots of all sizes, vases, decorative mirrors, dried flower bouquets, gardening tools and accessories, special occasion decorations/greeting cards/gifts, candles, seeds for flowers and vegetables, flower pot stands, Bonsai trees, gift bags, and more.
There will also be helpful items that gardeners would look for such as fertilizers, plant food, and pest control supplies.
Startup costs will include (but not limited to) rent, utilities, business insurance, acquiring plant inventory and materials such as potting soil, ceramic pots, etc. A small portion will go to advertising and signage. Depending on the age of the store, there may need to be some upgrades but the look will be fresh and clean. Costs will also include a cooler for cut flowers, plant lighting and shelving for new plants/cuttings.
Kathryn Gemmill is a 39 year old woman with a strong background in sales, management, and business development. She has a BA in Political Science and Leadership from Marietta College and a Master’s in Business Management from Strayer University. She has directed a sales operation that covered the state of Pennsylvania with 10-20 sales reps and also sold more than $1 million in contracts for the largest pest control company in the US. She has managed others, handled HR items, payroll, and understands the need to make sure making a profit takes precedence to ensure House of Flowers succeeds.
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