Ana-Maria Stamateanu
Isleworth,London
Summary
Experienced florist and floristry tutor with over three years in floral design, education, and community wellbeing. Co-founder and Director of Flowerphul CIC, a Community Interest Company focused on wellbeing through floristry, contributing to a Bronze Medal-winning exhibit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025.
Skilled in designing and delivering NCFE-aligned floristry courses, managing assessments via Google Classroom, and providing constructive learner feedback. Proficient in creating complex arrangements such as bouquets, floral instalations, and asymetrical designs. Experienced in high-volume order fulfillment, stock rotation, and teamwork during peak seasons.
Now seeking to bring my diverse experience, creative skill, and dedication to a floristry team where beauty, precision, and purpose are equally valued.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-founder
Flowerphul Community Interest Company
Southall , London
02.2025 - Current
- Achieved a bronze medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 with Flowerphul.
- Facilitated floristry workshops promoting mental well-being, and elevating confidence.
- Curate and assemble all floral materials, including crafting distinctive flower 'recipes' that blend colours, textures, and scents to enhance relaxation.
- Participated in funding application processes to enhance programme accessibility.
Seasonal Tutor Floristry
London Borough of Hounslow
Hounslow
08.2023 - Current
- Design a comprehensive scheme of work that outlines the curriculum, learning objectives, and timelines for the course.
- Use Google Classroom to assign assessments, collect learner submissions, and maintain a record of their progress and achievements.
- Continuously research and integrate new techniques, trends, and tools in floristry to provide up-to-date instruction.
- Develop and teach floristry qualification courses to meet NCFE standards and ensure compliance with their assessment criteria.
- Teach and enforce safety protocols for using tools, handling materials, and working in a workshop environment.
Florist
Ecomnova
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Inspect and condition plant materials to ensure freshness, quality, and longevity of arrangements.
- Design and assemble diverse floral pieces
- Thrive under pressure during peak seasons such as Christmas, Valentine's Day, and Mother’s Day, consistently meeting high demand.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and efficiently handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Professionally wrap and package arrangements to enhance presentation and protect during transport.
Warehouse Florist
Fleurametz
Feltham
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Ensured proper stock rotation (FIFO) of flowers to maintain freshness.
- Managed tasks including printing, ensuring quality standards, and packing orders.
- Order picking and packing.
- Produced high-volume orders to effectively meet customer demand.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
Domestic Assistant
Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd
Isleworth, Hounslow
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Provided a safe environment for residents and staff, practising safe systems of work and strictly adhering to COSHH regulations.
- Performed laundry duties, including washing, ironing, folding, and storing clothes and linen.
- Offered compassionate care and assistance to elderly or disabled individuals, enhancing their quality of life through dedicated support.
Bridal Consultant
HM BRIDE DRESSES SUCEAVA
SUCEAVA, ROMANIA
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Communicated with customers about wedding dress collections and offers, including policies, restrictions, and refund policies.
- Knowledgeable about various materials used in bridal dresses, including lace, taffeta, satin, chiffon, and organza, and their benefits for different dress styles.
- Handle last-minute changes, special requests, or challenges with professionalism and efficiency to ensure client satisfaction.
Education
Level 2 - Floristry
Meadowbank Adult Education
2022
A-Levels - Technician in Economic Activities
Technical College PETRU MUSAT Suceava
2016
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation and adaptability
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Customer Service
- Inventory management and ordering
- Floristry trends awareness
- Horticulture knowledge
- Creative vision
- Creative problem solving
Certification
- Modern Floral Design – Lacy Bird Style
- Floral Design and Botanical Set Design — Valentina Teinitzer (Studio de Pasquale)
- Table Styling with Flowers – Daniel Ruiz
- The Installations Masterclass – Joseph Massie
- Cut and Come a Masterclass – Sarah Raven
- Design and Creation of Floral Compositions – ORA The Floral Agency
- Ikebana: flower arrangement for beginners – Louise Worner
Hobbies and interests
- Exhibition and competitive floral design
- Gardening and flower growing
- Floral design and creative flower arranging
- Volunteering in community wellbeing projects (Flowerphul CIC)
- Graphic design using Canva (posters, mood boards, social media, floral mockups)
Timeline
Co-founder
Flowerphul Community Interest Company
02.2025 - Current
Seasonal Tutor Floristry
London Borough of Hounslow
08.2023 - Current
Florist
Ecomnova
11.2022 - 07.2024
Warehouse Florist
Fleurametz
07.2021 - 11.2022
Domestic Assistant
Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd
09.2020 - 07.2021
Bridal Consultant
HM BRIDE DRESSES SUCEAVA
03.2017 - 07.2019
A-Levels - Technician in Economic Activities
Technical College PETRU MUSAT Suceava
Level 2 - Floristry
Meadowbank Adult Education
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