Maria
Edwards Wilkinson, Owner/Operator Maria
has over 20 years of experience in the retail industry. After graduating
from the University of Oklahoma, she joined Neiman Marcus as a buyer in couture
and designer sportswear, and as a department manager in juniors. She also did
product development, designing and arranging production for sportswear under the
Neiman Marcus label. Maria
was then retained by the Hunt Family, Rosewood Corporation to open Stanley Korshak
at the Crescent as Director of women's wear. She was involved in all aspects
of the store's construction, opening, marketing plan, and procurement of
product, including negotiations with top European designers. She
then returned to her hometown of Ardmore in 1992 and joined a local nursery
where she implemented several successful programs including a plant rental service,
interior plant maintenance service, a floral design department and a gift
and garden accessories business. With
a strong desire to operate her own business, Maria developed and implemented a
plan for a unique gardening and home décor store, which utilizes her
vast experience in retail and horticultural products and services. Maria
and her staff look forward to serving your gift and gardening needs for many years
to come. |