Employee Spotlight

David, Outlet Manager, Visual Merchandiser, and Sales Associate

Thursday, July 29, 2010

David is the manager, visual merchandiser, and sales associate for the Wisteria Outlet. He might just be the runner-up to that Dos Equis guy as the most interesting man in the world.

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?

Great work environment, friendly employees, and exponential growth

What is one thing about you people probably don’t know?

I have an acrylic plate in my head from a train accident when I was five years old.

What is your favorite place to visit?

My friends and the Grapevine Bar!

What is the one place in the world you’ve never been but would love to go?

Bali/Edinburgh

How would you describe your personal style?

Unorthodox and always evolving

I’m know for:

My height, tattoos, and vintage cowboy boots

What is your favorite Wisteria item?

Currently, a modern purple chaise and a wooden mannequin in the Outlet. However, it changes every other week.

What is your most treasured item?

Murano glass lamp and a medicine bag recycled from a Neiman Marcus jewelry bag

How many/what languages do you speak?

English, a little Spanish, and bad German

My one indulgence is:

Parmesan crisp wafers from EatZi’s (a local restaurant)

Craziest food ever eaten:

I cooked and ate crickets for a fundraiser, bbq monkey skewers in Africa, and I was told I had eaten dog in rural Venezuela

Favorite spot in my house:

My bed!

Favorite food:

Tex-mex!

My pet:

Step-dog: Dottie Love and I’m getting a kitty soon.

Favorite place to watch the sun set:

From any place with a view!

Stephanie, Product Development Project Manager

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Stephanie is our project manager in the product development department. She is probably the calmest/chillest person at Wisteria and gets along with everyone. And all the girls are jealous of her fast-growing hair and because she can eat whatever she wants and never gain a pound!

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?

The wonderful people and opportunities.

What is one thing about you people probably don’t know?

I really wanted to be a dancer for Janet Jackson when I was younger. I thought I would be dancing for the rest of my life. Guess not!

What is your favorite place to visit?

So far, Maui!

What is the one place in the world you’ve never been but would love to go?

Fiji or anywhere in the South Pacific.

How would you describe your personal style?

Simplistic and comfortable.

I’m know for:

My hair; it grows really fast.

What is your favorite Wisteria item?

Moorish Chest

What is your most treasured item?

My grandmother’s wedding ring.

How many/what languages do you speak?

Only one, but maybe I’ll learn Hindi one day.

My one indulgence is:

Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs.

Craziest food ever eaten:

Once had Peking duck that was hanging from a window with our VP of Accounting.

Favorite spot in my house:

My bed

Favorite food:

Anything Italian

My pet’s name is:

Syrus, my Rhodesian Ridgeback

Favorite place to watch the sun set:

On the beach with my husband and a cocktail.

Sang, Accounting Clerk

Sang is our Accounting Clerk. He is probably one of the nicest and most patient people you will ever meet. He and his wife are currently looking forward to the sleepless nights with their first little girl on the way! Please pray they don't lose their sanity!

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?
I enjoy being around and working with great people. Also, some of the products we have are really unique and fascinating.

What is one thing about you people probably don't know?
I'm an amateur musician. I love playing the guitar, and I'm currently leading worship at my church.

What is your favorite place to visit?
New York and New Jersey, my hometown.

What is the one place in the world you've never been but would love to go?
Many, many places, but I'd especially love to go to Europe one day.

How would you describe your personal style?
Laid back and soft spoken.

What is your favorite Wisteria item?
w2626 Chicken Note Holder Frame

What is your most treasured item?
My 1991 USA Fender Stratocaster Guitar

How many/what languages do you speak?
Two: English and Korean.

My one indulgence is:
Haagen Dazs strawberry flavored ice cream. I could eat a gallon of those.

Craziest food ever eaten:
Black goat meat soup. Did not enjoy it by the way.

Favorite spot in my house:
My little study room.

Favorite food:
Cheddar's Key West Chicken and Shrimp.

My pet's name is:
Willy, A Finnish Spitz

Favorite place to watch the sunset:
On the small mountain near my house called the Prayer Mountain.

Employee Spotlight: Trisha

Friday, June 18, 2010

Trisha Irwin is our marketing coordinator. She is a hard worker and always fun to be around!

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?
Every day is different! At Wisteria, I am constantly surrounded and inspired by so many creative minds and learn something new every day. I am so thankful for the many opportunities the company has given me to develop my career.

What is one thing about you people probably don’t know?
I have moved 6 times in the past 7 years, and am thinking about moving again in September.

What is your favorite place to visit?
I love roaming the aisles at Barnes and Noble with a cup of coffee.

What is the one place in the world you’ve never been but would love to go?
I have wanted to visit Paris since I could talk, but have not made it there yet. Although, if I could travel anywhere in the world today, I would have to visit Greece. The water looks so beautiful, and I am ready for sunny weather.

How would you describe your personal style?
I absolutely love dresses, especially when they have a bright, mod pattern.

What is your favorite Wisteria item?
The French Colonial Armchair

What is your most treasured item?
An embroidered bird that my great-grandmother made. My grandma had it framed and gave it to me for my birthday one year. It has been hanging in my bedroom ever since.

How many/what languages do you speak?
English and French (although my accent is terrible and I am very out of practice)

My one indulgence is:
mani/pedi’s

Craziest food ever eaten:
Deep-fried alligator

Favorite spot in my house:
My comfy chair in my living room. It is right next to the window and a great place to relax.

Favorite food:
Macaroni and Cheese

My pet’s name is:
Annie. She is the most adorable black lab that has ever existed.

Favorite place to watch the sun set:
On the beach

Employee Spotlight: Angela

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Angela is our merchandising assistant. She receives and organizes all of our products when they first get to our warehouse. She is very sweet, a hard worker, and famous for her breakfast tacos!

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?
I would have to say the wonderful bunch of smart people I work for as well as my fellow co-workers and of course the great little outlet that is just a few steps away from my desk!

What is one thing about you people probably don't know?
I am a CLEAN FREAK!

What is your favorite place to visit?
My parent house

What is the one place in the world you've never been but would love to go?
ANYWHERE!

How would you describe your personal style?
Very usual

I'm known for:
My power walking.

What is your favorite Wisteria item?
w1377 Vintage Chinese Butcher's Table

What is your most treasured item?
My wonderful, lively grandmother

How many/what languages do you speak?
Spanish and English

My one indulgence is:
chocolate

Craziest food ever eaten:
cows tongue - DELISH!

Favorite spot in my house:
living room

Favorite food:
cheese and onion enchiladas

Employee Spotlight: Mallory

Monday, May 10, 2010

Mallory is our production coordinator. She has a super fun personality and always gives us a reason to laugh when a laugh is needed.

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?
Our ability to laugh and work as a team.

What is one thing about you people probably don't know?
I cannot handle the sight of blood and I am deathly afraid of dinosaurs.

What is your favorite place to visit?
My grandparents' house in Buena Vista, CO

What is the one place in the world you've never been but would love to go?
New Zealand

How would you describe your personal style?
Eclectic

I'm know for
My yellow pants and hair!

What is your favorite Wisteria item?
w3407 Reinterpreted French Waste Bin Table

What is your most treasured item?
my button collection

How many/what languages do you speak?
English

My one indulgence is:
Peanut M&Ms

Craziest food ever eaten:
Possum

Favorite spot in my house:
my blue reading chair

Favorite food:
Thai cuisine

Asad, IT Manager

Friday, January 22, 2010

Asad is our IT Manager. He comes to the rescue when something goes wrong with our computers and calmly deals with all the requests we have for our website.

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?
I enjoy working at Wisteria because of its friendly atmosphere and the great group of people that I get to learn from everyday. By working here, I have learned many things and have gained a lot of experience.

What is one thing about you people probably don't know?
I am a huge college football fan. Hook 'em Horns!

What is your favorite place to visit?
Miami. The weather in Miami is beautiful throughout most of the year.

What is the one place in the world you've never been but would love to go?
It's really hard to pick one place but if I have to, I would love to go to Denmark.

What is your favorite Wisteria item?
w447 Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl Bird Mirror

What is your most treasured item?
Family and friends.

How many/what languages do you speak?
Three: English, Urdu, and Hindi

My one indulgence is:
The computer/internet I can't live without it.

Craziest food ever eaten:
Fried Peanut Butter Cup Macaroon at the State Fair of Texas.

Favorite spot in my house:
My living room with the huge TV so I can watch my football.

Favorite food:
Italian. I love Olive Garden.

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