Meet Our Team

Having grown up immersed in the family business on Newbury Street, I learned to love flowers from an early age. I fondly recall the time I spent helping with deliveries, cutting flowers, and wiring pinecones while working in the shop after school. Some of my favorite memories involve buying trips with my father to local greenhouses or the Boston Flower Market, and today, I continue the tradition by personally visiting each of our growers from New England family farms to European exporters. I also regularly visit our retail shops, working closely with the design team on the presentation and styling of our shops and collections. Above all, I delight in finding unique products and new varieties to keep Winston Flowers on the cutting edge—always fresh and ever evolving while staying true to our founding values.

• With Winston Flowers since: March 2024
• Favorite flower: Tiger lily
• What impacts your way of thinking? My set of values.

I have over 40 years of retail and wholesale experience in the grocery, restaurant, and sporting goods industries. Notably, I previously spent twelve years as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Finance & CFO of Papa Gino's and five years as CFO & COO of City Sports, Inc. Most recently, I spent the past six years serving as SVP & CFO of a family-owned and operated supermarket and wholesale distribution company.

I joined the Winston Flowers team in March 2024 after Ted Winston, a longtime acquaintance, reached out to me about the role of Chief Financial Officer. I'm happy to join another family-owned company. My role allows me to interact with people from all parts of Winston Flowers, which is what I enjoy most.

• With Winston Flowers since: February 2004
• Favorite flower: I believe beauty can be found in both the flowers and foliage of most plants.
• What impacts your way of thinking? Anything and everything could be the stimulus for how we design, and it should be ever-changing.

Having grown up on a farm in the Midwest, I gained an appreciation for hard work and the beauty of nature. I left the farm for an education in fine arts, which led me to many collaborations, including work in the theater. My evolution into an event designer has made it possible for me to combine my interest in art with my love of nature and what it produces—like the textural materials that are the foundation of what we create for our clients’ events.

• With Winston Flowers since? January 2014
• Favorite flower: Orange clooney ranunculus
• What impacts your way of thinking? Cultural and environmental influences help my creativity flow.

I was born and raised in Brazil, surrounded by the farms and mountains of Poços de Calda—also known as the City of Roses. In 1999, I decided to move to New York to pursue a career in floral design at the New York Botanical Garden. This led me to open my own floral design and wedding planning company in Stamford, CT. After years of establishing my reputation in the hospitality industry in Fairfield County, I decided to sell my company and join the award-winning team at Winston Flowers in Greenwich, CT. The transition to Winston Flowers was seamless and allowed me to expand my clientele as well as gain new experiences. It wasn’t long until I was invited to join the special event team in Boston, and I’m happy to have allowed my passion for flowers and design to take me to new places.

• With Winston Flowers since? 2014
• Favorite flower: Dark purple hellebore
• What impacts your way of thinking? When I'm designing, I love staying current with the ever-changing trends in the floral and fashion industries.

I graduated from Tyler School of Art at Temple University with a degree in Art Education. Not ready to jump into the education system right away, I uprooted to live and work with my sister on Nantucket for the summer and fell in love with the nature and beauty of New England. It was there that I discovered flowers could be an art medium all on their own. Completely enamored with the idea, I decided to move to Boston and try my hand out in the floral industry. I was hired at the Winston Flowers flagship store in Chestnut Hill, where I learned to combine proper floral techniques with my existing knowledge of design fundamentals. I’m grateful I was able to learn and grow with the company so I can share my enthusiasm and knowledge with clients every day.

I now work with our events team to ensure that our clients’ visions come to fruition. I particularly love installation day because you get to see all of the creative details, decisions, and production come together to create a stunning moment for our clients.

• With Winston Flowers since: September 2016
• Favorite flower: Lily of the valley and poppies
• What impacts your way of thinking? I am extremely impacted by all the creative minds I get to work with every day.

I have memories of planting orchids at our design studio from the time I was 12 years old. Once I joined the Winston Flowers team in an official capacity, I ran the gourmet department for seven years, designing our collections and finding new and different ways to feature products every season. Now, as an event designer, I get to be a part of client meetings, design special milestone events, and continue my education in flowers. I love creating events from start to finish to make our clients' occasions unforgettable.

• With Winston Flowers since? October 2023
• Favorite season: Summer—give me all the sun, sand, and swimming.
• What impacts your way of thinking? I’m impacted greatly by my surroundings, the season, and emerging trends. I love finding the next cool thing.

I started working in the wedding industry with my first job at 16 and have been continually pulled back to the events world ever since. After moving to New York to work in fashion design, I found myself gravitating to floral design instead when I was missing the close proximity to nature that I had in my home state of Michigan. I loved the industry and people and kept with it, working and freelancing around the city as well as in Bermuda, France, and Australia. Now that I’ve landed at Winston Flowers, I look forward to building the New York events team.

• With Winston Flowers since: April 2016
• Favorite flower: I won’t commit to one type. I love them all!
• What impacts your way of thinking? Taking risks and stepping outside your comfort zone in order to grow and live beyond your potential.

My love for hospitality and nature can be traced to a young age. I have fond memories of waiting on customers and taking care of the plants at the amusement park my family owned and operated as a child. Fast-forward to chasing my dreams on the West Coast, I was able to work in and manage some of the most sought after luxury entertainment venues in the country. After returning to the East Coast, I worked as the Director of Marketing and Sales at a floral company in Maine—and it wasn’t long until I set my sights on Winston Flowers. I joined the company in 2016, where I began my journey with a role on the design team. Soon after, I combined my knowledge of design with my passion for luxury hospitality into a role on the sales team. Now, as Senior Client Relationship Manager on the events team, I will be working with our event planners to strengthen those relationships and foster connections with new event planners as well. In everything I do, I take pride in providing perfectly executed, top-tier service.

• With Winston Flowers since: September 2022
• Favorite season: Summer into fall—I love the changing of seasons.
• Did you know? I baked my own wedding cake!

I started in the floral industry as a floral designer in 2016. Since then, I have worked in various roles from event design and event operations to partnerships and corporate account management. I love learning about a client’s vision and what is most important to them, and then working with a creative team to make that vision a reality. I am passionate about the little details that go into creating thoughtfully designed experiences.

At Winston Flowers, I am thrilled to collaborate with our incredibly talented team to provide beautiful and memorable experiences for our clients. I look forward to building relationships with our clients and event planners throughout the planning process—from those first conversations around ideas and concepts to the day of the event installation, when all of our work comes together!

• With Winston Flowers since: February 2022
• Favorite season: There’s nothing better than a brisk fall in New England.
• What impacts your way of thinking? When I need new ideas, I frequent local coffee shops or libraries. Changing up my environment helps me grab inspiration from everything going on around me—and, of course, bottomless coffee helps as well!

After graduating with a Sports, Entertainment, and Events Management degree from Johnson & Wales University, I worked at an events company executing and managing extensive lighting and décor setups. From there, I spent three years as an events specialist at a catering company, where I focused on sales, planning, and on-site event management for the social and corporate sectors. I came to Winston Flowers in 2022 and have been given the opportunity to try various roles within the company, including sales and events. My current title is the Events Operations Manager, where I oversee our in-house production and manage each operational aspect of our large-scale events and installations with our many talented partners. I love the fast-paced, ever-changing nature of events—it makes every day a new and exciting adventure.

• With Winston Flowers since: October 2020
• Favorite flower: Juliet garden rose
• Favorite season: Summer—the life and energy in the air is unmatched!

After earning my degree in hospitality and event management, I began my career at Marriott as an event manager. I fell in love with planning weddings, and specifically found my passion in the smaller details and design of each wedding—everything from the flatware to the florals. I joined Winston Flowers to dive into a different aspect of the industry. I started in client services and now I have made my way back to events! Watching a client’s vision come to life never gets old.

• With Winston Flowers since: January 2022
• Did you know? I love to travel. My favorite destinations so far are Egypt, French Polynesia, Ireland, and Greece.
• What impacts your way of thinking? My goal is to start every day with kindness. I challenge myself to communicate and work with people in a way that will be helpful, positive, and make an impact. I want all of my interactions to really make a difference.

Throughout my career, I have always taken professional positions based on my interests and passions. I worked in the airline industry with JetBlue as an Inflight Supervisor, Flight Attendant, and in Operations/Customer Support, which gave me the opportunity to feed my passion for travel by seeing wonderful places and meeting people from all over the world. My desire to work on a team with creative people and cultivate my love for flowers and plants brought me to Winston Flowers.

One of the best perks of being an event sales specialist for the Winston Wedding Collection is that I get to work with couples to interpret their vision for their perfect wedding day. I get to be part of the creative process, working with the best floral designers and the most exquisite flowers, to help add some gorgeous color and magic to every individual wedding experience. My goal is to ensure that the most important day is also the most beautiful day for every bride.

• With Winston Flowers since: 1998
• Did you know? My dog is named after my favorite folk singer, Donovan.
• What impacts your way of thinking? I enjoy a challenge and appreciate seeing the completion of a difficult task.

I grew up in Ireland and when I finished college, I moved to Boston. I started out working in restaurants and then took on a sales role for a local liquor distributor. Shortly after, a former mentor connected me with Winston Flowers to manage their delivery team. Now, in my current role, I oversee the day-to-day operations of our Boston design studio, from the design of our arrangements to their final delivery.

• With Winston Flowers since: November 2015
• Favorite flower: Ranunculus & lilac
• What impacts your way of thinking? I’m always looking for patterns that can be used to improve our client experience and lead to insights that help Winston Flowers continue to be an industry leader.

I have always had an interest in travel and genuine human connections, which lead me to pursuing a degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management at the University of Massachusetts–Amherst. Upon graduation, I joined a boutique hotel company and worked with them for seven years. I fell in love with the operations side of the hospitality industry, solving problems for staff and guests alike.

Eventually I was ready for a change of pace and jumped at the opportunity to bring my customer service and operations background to a new, yet aligned, industry. Winston Flowers fit the bill 100%. I started in the client services department and moved on to the marketing department as an operations specialist. Now, as the Studio Operations Manager, I provide our design team with administrative and operational support so they can focus on creating our beautiful designs.

• With Winston Flowers since: July 2010
• Favorite flower: Ever-changing answer! At the moment, hellebore.
• What impacts your way of thinking? I think color is a very powerful tool. Unexpected and sophisticated color stories have the ability to elevate any design.

I have always had a passion for art and design—I studied the practice of printmaking at the Massachusetts College of Art. While in school, I introduced myself to the floral industry by working for small florists in the Back Bay area of Boston, and it was then that I began to develop a passion for flowers. I was delighted to join the Winston Flowers family as a design sales associate shortly after graduation. I honed my customer service and design skills and was eventually promoted first to a managerial position and then to design manager of retail. Most recently, I have moved into the position of Lead Brand & Product Designer. My role is to oversee the ever-changing website floral collection (we rotate collections 9x per year!) and work with the marketing team on related initiatives. It is wonderful to have a career at a great company and also have the opportunity to be creative every day.

• With Winston Flowers since: 2019
• Favorite season: Fall
• Favorite flower: Too many to choose just one! Café au lait dahlia, pink hellebore, champagne vanda orchid ... the list goes on.

I graduated from Massachusetts College of Art with degrees in printmaking/graphic design and sculpture, and began in the floral industry soon after. I've worked in every facet of the industry for over 32 years and I'm grateful to be finishing my career with the best of the best at Winston Flowers. Using florals, foliage, and plantings as my design inspirations, my passion lies in creating unique and textural arrangements for our clients—whether for their homes, restaurants, or hotel lobbies. In my role, I teach, train, and support our design team so they have the knowledge and tools to represent the Winston Flowers ideal while also ensuring they enjoy their daily work experience.

• With Winston Flowers since: 2003
• Favorite season: Late summer
• Favorite flower: Dahlias

I have always been very passionate about flowers and design. From a young age, I was exposed to growing flowers and also had an interest in the hospitality industry. When I moved to Boston, I knew Winston Flowers was the best in the business and I aspired to work for them someday. Twenty-one years later, here we are.

What I love most about my job is creating beautiful and innovative designs with products that we purchase from all over the world. I have been fortunate enough to create floral displays in many of our city’s hotels, event spaces, office buildings, and residential homes. Through my work, I enjoy sharing my knowledge with co-workers and clients.

• With Winston Flowers since? August 2019
• Favorite season: Spring, because I love flowering branches, but also summer because I love spending time outdoors.
• What impacts your way of thinking? Nature and the environment. I love the simple and effortless beauty of flowers, and I love the foliage and leaves as much as flowers.

I think flowers are in my genes. I grew up living above my family's flower shop in the south of France, and from an early age, my favorite thing to do was to spend time in the store. I still remember my first arrangement and how excited I was when a client bought it. About two decades ago, I moved to New York City and joined L'Olivier Floral Atelier as a floral designer. For the next 17 years, I managed the design studio and VIP accounts. Now, after many years a L'Olivier, I feel that joining Winston Flowers is the perfect new chapter in my career. I am proud to be managing the NYC design team. Above all, floral design is my passion. I wake up every morning excited about the flowers that are going to come in, and about the orders and projects that will challenge our creativity. Using my knowledge and creativity to provide for clients' most precious moments is so rewarding.

• With Winston Flowers since: September 2019
• Favorite season: Fall, when all the leaves start turning yellow and orange and you feel that autumn breeze.
• What impacts your way of thinking? That each day we have an opportunity to learn something different and get things right.

My first job in New York City was in a flower studio as a design assistant. After a year and a half I got the opportunity to work with Winston Flowers—and here we are! Becoming part of the Winston Family was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

I believe that each day is an opportunity to grow in different ways. Being in an operations position allows me to take a closer look at every aspect of the business to learn from them, merge ideas, and provide better solutions to my team.

• With Winston Flowers since: October 2022
• Favorite flower: I love all plants and flowers. I think they’re Mother Nature’s way of showing off her art.
• Did you know?I was born and raised on the island of Jamaica. My grandparents owned a flower farm in the mountains of Upper Saint Andrew, Jamaica, so I’ve been gardening and making art with flowers from a very young age.

After university, I landed my first job in the hospitality industry and developed a passion for customer service and administration. I worked in a few other similar positions, but always felt like there was something missing. I kept yearning for a career that would allow me to be artistic. I landed a job managing a beauty shop for four years before deciding to go back into the floral industry. This was a perfect fit for me because I got to do customer service, sales, and make art. Being around flowers made me happy every day as it reminded me of the times I spent on my grandparents’ farm. I spent two years at another flower business before discovering Winston Flowers. I did my research and loved what the company had to offer!

At Winston Flowers, my goal is to ensure that I uphold the company’s standards and put my best foot forward every day. I love being in this role because it gives me an opportunity to challenge myself to learn and grow. I also get to witness everyone working as a team to create both beautiful art and memorable experiences.

• With Winston Flowers since: June 2024
• Did you know? I am a dog mom. 
• What impacts your way of thinking? I am driven by a strong sense of empathy and connection with others, and my passion for learning propels me to constantly seek knowledge and understanding, while my thankfulness cultivates a positive and grateful mindset.  

I am originally from Westerly, RI, and have an industry background in hospitality. I have held various positions within catering teams at several luxury hotels all over New England and Boca Raton, Florida. I most recently held the roles of Director of Catering at the prestigious Langham Boston and The Newbury Boston hotels. My family nurtured my passion for events and entertainment. My parents were generous hosts and threw fabulous parties. My dedication to creating memorable experiences has defined my career and led me to Winston Flowers.

As the Sales Director at Winston Flowers, my role is pivotal in driving business growth and client satisfaction. I oversee the sales team, develop strategic plans, and build strong relationships with clients to ensure our floral and event services meet and exceed expectations. My goals include expanding our client base, enhancing our market presence, and ensuring the highest standards of service and creativity. What I love most about my role is the opportunity to collaborate with a talented team, create beautiful and memorable experiences, and see the joy our work brings to our clients.

• With Winston Flowers since? 2022
• Favorite flower: Anemone
• What impacts your way of thinking? I always consider how to make the most out of any situation while adding a little humor.

I have always had a passion for design. After starting my career in college enrollment management and spending more than ten years in retail management for a home store, I decided it was time to pursue that passion. For the last six years, I have worked within the design industry in various capacities—first running a high-end antiques and vintage showroom in the Boston Design Center, and then managing the creative and operations side of a showroom for an interior designer in Boston’s South End.

As a Sales Manager at Winston Flowers, I love getting to meet new people and sharing the Winston Flowers brand with our clients. I take pride in matching the perfect product with each client’s individual needs. I couldn’t imagine any well-designed space without the addition of beautiful flowers and plants, and no one does it better than Winston Flowers.

• With Winston Flowers since? January 2022
• Did you know? I have a cat named Cat.
• What impacts your way of thinking? The team I work with on a daily basis. I am constantly collaborating and laughing with those around me!

Before working at Winston Flowers, I didn’t believe people who said they actually love their job. I worked in healthcare administration for five years, which taught me a lot but didn’t fulfill my creative side—but that all changed when I started at Winston Flowers as an Event Sales Specialist.

Now, as a Sales Manager, I am the first point of in-house contact for our existing corporate and residential clients. I love working closely with my clients and really forming relationships with each of them. My goal is always to create a custom experience for our clients—it not only makes this job special, but also helps bring my clients’ visions to life!

• With Winston Flowers since? September 2021
• Favorite flower: Ranunculus, although there is beauty in every flower.
• What impacts your way of thinking? I gather inspiration from my environment, whether it be going out in nature or from the people around me. I believe going into any situation with kindness, open mindedness, and without assumption creates the greatest outcome.

I’ve always loved being creative and exploring the world around me. After attending liberal arts schools, I found myself in the hospitality industry. While I enjoyed the fast-paced energy, I was missing that creative element. This led me to Winston Flowers. I started in client services and transitioned into the role of Sales Manager, where I oversee our Sympathy Collection and funeral work. During times of loss, it’s crucial to provide comfort and support—and I believe flowers provide a bright light and beauty during such an emotional time. It’s an honor to play a part in that process and collaborate with an incredibly talented floral team.

• With Winston Flowers since: October 2022
• Favorite season: Spring, when the world begins to pop and turn bright green!
• Did you know? I was a Division I rower in college. 

Before Winston Flowers, I worked for an event company in Dallas, Texas. One day they needed me to pick up an arrangement from their floral shop and the minute I stepped inside, I fell in love. I continued working in Dallas for a while but ultimately returned to Boston and joined the Winston team in 2022. Since then, I’ve worked at three different locations: Chestnut Hill, Greenwich, and now New York City where I cater to different areas of clientele as Sales Manager. In this role, our team members and clients impact the way I approach every interaction. My goal is to ensure that everyone’s needs are met, while going above and beyond with the finished product—I wholeheartedly believe everyone’s feelings and opinions should be valued in every interaction for the most successful outcome possible.

• With Winston Flowers since: January 2022
• Did you know? I have over 75 houseplants! 
• What impacts your way of thinking? I’m inspired by my surrounding environment. I love creating and being in spaces that feel welcoming, lush, and vibrant. I worked at plant nurseries growing up which is where I fell in love with all things plants and flowers.

Growing up, I was always immersed in nature. Whether it was attending nature classes at my local park or working in my family’s vegetable garden, there was always dirt under my nails and flowers in my hair. During my summer breaks, I would work for plant nurseries helping clients design their gardens. I moved to NYC in 2019, but when the world shut down in 2020, I found myself back in Boston, working at Winston Flowers—I’ve been lucky enough to blend my passion of florals with my career. I get to work with some of the most talented colleagues and clients who can dream up incredible designs that we get to bring to life.

• With Winston Flowers since: January 2023
• Did you know? I bake my own sourdough bread weekly.  
• What impacts your way of thinking? Creativity and looking at things differently.  

I’ve always been drawn to the creative world. I was a musical theater actor for years in NYC doing regional theater and Broadway National tours. Between acting gigs, I also had my own baking business making wedding cakes. After my daughter was born, I decided to let go of the acting world and shortly thereafter my family and I briefly moved to Miami where I worked for a local flower shop part-time. The shop was the best learning experience for me because I’ve always had a love for flowers, plus I got to work with a great team. Since relocating back to New York in 2022, I found Winston Flowers in Greenwich and have loved expressing my creativity through flowers alongside such a prestigious company.

• With Winston Flowers since? November 2022
• Favorite season: Summer, because I love spending time in the sun with family and wearing sandals.
• Favorite flower: The parrot tulip is a true showstopper.

I have spent the majority of my career in customer service and account management roles in luxury e-commerce, technology, and retail. On the side, I did freelance makeup artistry for brides and bridal parties and I was always honored to be an impactful part of their special occasions. Seeking to work in an industry that I had personal interest in, I joined Winston Flowers and I am so inspired by the team’s dedication to our clients.

As Client Relationship Manager, my main goal is to provide excellent service to our clients, and to help each one feel relaxed and special.

• With Winston Flowers since: November 1997
• Favorite flower: Ranunculus
• What impacts your way of thinking? Creating a positive environment to ensure any challenges or difficulties are met with an upbeat and hopeful attitude.

I love working with people and have held many positions at Winston Flowers over the years from the card desk and client services to holiday installations and events—all of which I have enjoyed very much. These roles have helped me grow creatively and allowed me to become passionate about the exceptional service we provide. Most of all, I love playing a role in bringing a client’s vision to life and knowing they are thrilled with the end result.

• With Winston Flowers since: June 2023
• Did you know? 9/10 I can accurately guess what will be inside a chocolate without looking at the box.
• What impacts your way of thinking? Focusing on what you can control. I firmly believe in three key factors that are always within our reach: maintaining a positive attitude, being a team player, and consistently putting in hard work.

I grew up just outside of Boston and always admired Winston Flowers for its beauty and expertise. My early gardening memories with my mother instilled a lasting passion for plants and flowers. One summer in college, I interned with Winston Flowers in client services where I gained invaluable insights into client relations and sales—it was then I promised myself I’d return to the business after I graduated. In 2023, I began my career at the Wellesley location, deepening my knowledge of the business and design process. I then transitioned to our Chestnut Hill location, where I further developed my retail expertise and understanding of garden design. Today, I'm delighted to work as a Special Services Concierge. I love building great relationships with clients and ensuring their visions are brought to life seamlessly.

• With Winston Flowers since: June 2013
• Favorite flower: Phalaenopsis and cymbidium orchids
• What impacts your way of thinking? I believe every experience has the ability to color your perspective. I try to learn from past experiences to create better ones with what I’ve learned.

My role here at Winston Flowers has been shaped by a rich background in theatre arts and years of experience working in client relations. When it comes to service, my philosophy is deeply rooted in creativity and personal connections, approaching every project with positivity and an enthusiasm for each client’s vision. Being around beautiful, fresh flowers every day keeps me inspired and working with clients to create something special is always a pleasure. I look forward to continuing to introduce our services and gorgeous designs to the NYC area.

• With Winston Flowers since? April 2024
• Favorite flower: Roses and hydrangea
• What impacts your way of thinking? When I am speaking on the phone with someone, I always try to put myself in their shoes and understand any problems that they are facing.

I come from a small town in Vermont. After high school, I moved away to pursue a career in hospitality and worked at some of the highest-end hotels in Nantucket and Aspen. When I decided I was ready for a more steady work-life balance, I was drawn to Winston Flowers.

At Winston, I aim to put a smile on the face of every person who calls into client services. My goal is to make the ordering process as easy and seamless as possible.

• With Winston Flowers since: January 2014
• Favorite flower: Ranunculus, in every color
• Favorite Winston Flowers moment: Seeing and smelling the sea of flowers that take over the Design Studio during holidays like Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day. It’s magical. 

My career began in New York City, where I worked in public relations, representing clients in various luxury industries. I handled a number of notable brands including Maker’s Mark, The Macallan, Halekulani in Hawaii, The Lanesborough in London, and Red Door Spas. It was during this time that I developed a love for marketing and eventually stepped into a role at Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy as a brand manager for Veuve Clicquot champagne. I implemented national marketing programs, developed sales collateral, and played a key role in overseeing brand events, including the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic. After more than seven years in New York City, I moved to Boston and found my dream job at Winston Flowers. As the Director of Marketing, I work with an incredible team to manage the company’s website, email campaigns, social media, public relations, and strategic programs. Without a doubt, my favorite part of my job is naming the arrangements in each collection! I’m honored to market such a distinguished and innovative brand.

• With Winston Flowers since: September 2022
• Favorite flower: Poppies and ranunculus
• What impacts your way of thinking? I’m always looking for new ways to create offline: shibori, film photography, and ceramics have been endless sources of inspiration as well as opportunities to explore texture, color, and light.

I’ve always had a passion for art and design, but I became obsessed with social media while I was in college. Instagram and Pinterest were both new and I would spend hours scrolling for inspiration. Eventually, I started posting and fell in love with curating a feed of content. I began my career as a social media contractor and then spent six years on the marketing teams of innovative beauty brands.

As the Content Manager, I collaborate with each department to showcase all areas of the business on our social channels. I strive to share photos and videos that pull back the curtain and give our followers an inside look at Winston Flowers. The social media landscape is ever-changing and I’m always brainstorming ways to engage and delight our community!

• With Winston Flowers since: August 2020
• Favorite season: Fall for the crisp air, colors, and, most importantly, apple cider donuts.
• Did you know? I grew up in Estonia and came to America when I was 19 with a few hundred dollars to my name and a loose grasp of the English language.

I moved from Estonia to New York City and spent nearly ten years working in the hospitality industry. I’ve always filled my home with plants and greenery, but never considered it as a profession until a friend asked me to put together a homemade bouquet for an anniversary with his wife. She loved it, and I was hooked. It wasn’t long before I joined the Newbury Street store as manager. Now, as the Regional Manager of Store Operations, I collaborate with all our retail managers to ensure that every store is operating at its best. It’s my job to ensure that there’s a cohesive approach across all locations and to celebrate all the beautiful and unique products that Winston Flowers has to offer.

• With Winston Flowers since: December 2021
• Favorite Flower: French tulips 
• What impacts your way of thinking? In a retail space, beauty and functionality are equally important and balance is key. Plants have such beautiful movement, texture, and color—I love combining something organic with sleek and sophisticated elements from current design trends for an effortless look. At Winston Flowers, we love to give each client a very special experience, so the small details matter! 

I graduated from UMass Amherst with a double major in Fine Arts and Sustainable Community Development. With a focus in ceramics, I loved making 3-dimensional art and sculpture, and quickly learned that it complements my interests in urban greening and landscape design that I studied in my second major. After college, my love and curiosity for nature led me into the working world of fine gardening and landscape design, and then ultimately to Winston Flowers in Chestnut Hill, where I could continue to merge my two passions of nature and art. Plants are now my art medium of choice and I’m grateful I get to spend every day bringing live, organic beauty to people's homes and gardens, and making our retail stores such a special experience for our clients.

• With Winston Flowers since: March 2021
• Favorite season: Spring! All of my favorite flowers bloom in early spring, which brings a pop of color to the world when the weather is still a little gloomy and chilly.
• Did you know? I volunteer as a lighthouse keeper every summer. 

I’ve always worked in high-end niche retail; my mother jokes that I simply follow my interests, from a jewelry store to a tea shop, and finally, to Winston Flowers. Each new role has given me the chance to explore, learn, and connect with new communities.  In my current role as the Assistant Store Manager, I strive to give clients and staff a space to feel comfortable and creative at our Newbury Street shop. I want people to be excited to come into the store, whether it be to design a bouquet, get plant advice, or simply to chat with our team—a true neighborhood florist experience.   

• With Winston Flowers since: November 2019
• Favorite flower: ‘Hanoi’ ranunculus
• What impacts your way of thinking? My environment. I like being surrounded by creative, positive people. I love all of the creativity and the beauty that my day involves.

I have been in retail my entire career and previously owned a flower shop. I left a large retail company to find my niche and, luckily, Winston Flowers was hiring! As Store Manager, I support my team at Wellesley to be successful. I love the opportunity to train each team member and develop their individual skills. Ultimately, my goal is to ensure that we are creating a wonderful experience for our clientele.

• With Winston Flowers since: January 2024
• Favorite flower: Butterfly ranunculus
• What impacts your way of thinking? My life experiences, family, and friends. 

After several successful years in fashion and general retail management, I sought a new challenge that would allow me to combine my passion for customer service with my love for flowers. As the Store Manager of our beautiful Greenwich shop, I ensure client inquiries are answered instantly and accurately. I love talking with customers and enhancing their satisfaction with our business, whether that’s in-store or over the phone. It is really satisfying to bridge the gap between clients and Winston Flowers in a way that’s not only seamless, but also exceeds clients’ expectations and keeps them coming back to the business. 

• With Winston Flowers since: 2020
• Favorite flower: Roses—they are so classic.
• Did you know? I’m originally from New Orleans, LA. I grew up in the flower district and love jazz music and southern cooking. 

I grew up in a family business; my father is a 3rd generation shoe cobbler. Every Friday, and on special holidays like Valentine’s Day, we would fill the shop with rose bunches. They were always a hit and made the store smell so sweet! Fast forward to years later, I began to work in the wedding industry and bridal sales where I’d often see elaborate floral displays and gorgeous wedding bouquets. I was given the opportunity to turn my passion for flowers into a career at Winston Flowers—and I had to take the leap. 

In garden design, we get to create stunning floral plantings in specialty containers that are rotated seasonally. We work closely with local growers in New England to source unique flowers of the highest quality for our clients. I love that every day is totally different. One day could be residential plantings while the next could be plant designs for a new business. We’re able to add so much vibrancy with our arrangements—it truly sets a space above the rest. No matter the project, we’re always determined to transform our client’s visions into reality. 

• With Winston Flowers since: May 2010
• Favorite plant: Staghorn fern
• What impacts your way of thinking? Working alongside creative people inspires me to approach the design process in new and different ways.

I started working at Winston Flowers as a delivery associate after graduating from Holy Cross in 2010. I studied economics, music production, and Mandarin Chinese in college—so as you can imagine, I hadn’t planned on a career in the floral industry. However, after joining the Winston Flowers family, I quickly fell in love with the company and haven’t looked back. Over the last few years, I spent time honing my design skills at Winston Flowers & Garden in Chestnut Hill and eventually transitioned to a role on the garden design team. Now, as the Lead Garden Designer, I bring the Winston Flowers signature design aesthetic and expertise to homes across New England. I thoroughly enjoy problem solving in creative and collaborative ways in order to live up to, and surpass, our clients’ expectations.

• With Winston Flowers since: December 2019
• Favorite season: Summer
• Favorite flower: Cappuccino rose

After graduating with a degree in Hospitality and Tourism, I started my career in the world of luxury hotels. I was first introduced to Winston Flowers when they created the spectacular lobby display in the hotel where I worked. I was so impressed with not only the quality of the design, but even more so with the service we received from the Winston Flowers team. Now, as a part of that team, I am motivated by making my clients happy day after day. Sales is ultimately about helping people and I genuinely enjoy the opportunity to provide our clients with exceptional customer service. Every day is different and unexpected, whether I am helping clients to create their dream roof deck in the city or adding new life into interior spaces in the suburbs.

• With Winston Flowers since: November 2022
• Favorite flower: Violet
• Did you know? I have a cat named Winston!

I have worked in human resources since I graduated from Salve Regina University in 2018. I enjoy supporting employees with all of their HR needs, including benefits, onboarding, training, and more. I also love plants and gardening at home, and have been a fan of Winston Flowers on Newbury Street for years—so when I stumbled upon this job opportunity, it was a match made in heaven! I previously came from a much larger company, so it has been a pleasure getting to know the associates I support here on a more personal level at this family-owned organization. Helping others is what drives and motivates me, plus the beautiful flowers I get to see every day at work don’t hurt!