Type Of Business:
1) Gift shop 2) Sole proprietorship 3) Sole proprietorship
Marketing Area:
1) Regional 2) Regional 3) Regional
Major Product/SVS:
1) Invitations; Gifts; Eclectic gifts; Housewares 2) Candle products 3) Business services
Hobbies/Sports:
Making jewelry; Doing jewelry shows; Rocks; Mining
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Political Science, The Florida State University; Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Comparative Religions, The Florida State University (1982)
Affiliations Awards:
Sustaining Member, Junior League of Miami; Big Brothers Big Sisters of America; Femme Professionals; Autism Society
Charity:
Junior League of Miami; Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Autism Speaks Inc.
Number Of Years In Profession:
36
Number Of Years In Current Position:
8
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to constantly changing with the times, and not resting on her laurels.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she loves paper.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. George has been in the retail business in different capacities for more than 37 years. She was a principal at Miami Twice, where she sold vintage clothing, and worked with TV shows, such as Spin City and Sex in the City. She has also worked in the corporate offices of Victoria’s Secret.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Purchasing; Merchandising; Handling human resources; Printing; Marketing; Budgeting; Running all the companies
Awards/Honors:
Volunteer of the Year, Junior League of Miami (1999-2000)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. George hopes to increase the value of her companies, sell them, retire and consult.