The Studio
Established in 2013 as a one-woman floral atelier, Tori Allen has since evolved into a full-service creative studio with a dynamic team of experts in creative direction, event planning and management, styling, floral design, visual merchandising, interiors, marketing and more. We value our strong, ongoing relationships with a wide network of private and corporate clients, suppliers and collaborators in Melbourne and around Australia.
our clients include
More than just clients, we focus on building relationships. Our clients come from various sectors including retail, banking, major events and PR & Marketing. We love working with them to bring unique briefs to life.
Jess has been with Tori Allen since 2015, when she graduated from a Bachelor of Business majoring in event management and marketing. As senior event manager, Jess’s days are filled everything from spreadsheets, run sheets and site visits to liaising with suppliers, cueing brides down the aisle or expertly rallying MCs for their duties. Motivated by the satisfaction of her clients, Jess takes great pride in seeing complex events come to fruition through dedication and teamwork. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Jess has proudly powered through all 10 seasons of MTV’s My Super Sweet 16.
Jess Dupé
Senior Event Manager
Zoe has worked in some capacity with Tori Allen for over a decade. Recently appointed as our client relationship manager she brings a wealth of knowledge from a career in sales and customer relations. Her passion for creativity and weddings is evident, she thrives in a busy environment and loves working with a team and collaborating with clients. On the weekends you will find her hosting dinner parties, spending time with her twin girls and husband walking their dogs and planning their next adventures!
Zoe Weir
Client Relationship Manager
Kate joined Tori Allen in 2017 as a graphic designer, and later stepped into the role of event producer. Kate looks after activations and events from start to finish, from design work to right through to setting up events and liaising closely with clients along the way. Always inspired by her clients and their briefs, Kate loves creating fully curated spaces that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Outside of work, you’ll find Kate skiing, cooking, road-tripping and watching horror movies.
Kate Marsh
Design Manager (Activations & Major Events)
Building and maintaining lasting relationships is Sarah’s speciality. With 15 years’ experience in operations and luxury retail, she knows the importance of meaningful customer experiences in helping a business blossom. As business development manager at Tori Allen, self-described ‘people person’ Sarah is passionate about cultivating relationships with new and existing customers and suppliers. A social butterfly both in and outside of the studio, she loves travelling, spending time with family and friends, and exploring new places and restaurants.
Sarah Davies
Business Development Manager
Every studio needs its finance whiz – and Holly is ours. A chartered accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce, Holly joined Tori Allen in 2022 after many years working as a finance manager at an accounting firm. At Tori Allen, Holly manages cash flow and invoicing, payroll, and accounts. She works with the team to problem-solve and achieve our financial goals, and isn’t afraid to have a little fun along the way. Outside of work Holly is passionate about health, fitness, travel and spending time with her family and kids.
Holly Cant
Finance Manager
From finance and accounting to floristry, Lauren has had an exciting and varied career. Arriving at Tori Allen as an administrator in 2017, she later joined the floral team before becoming the studio’s beloved general manager. In this role, Lauren enjoys supporting staff to achieve their best, growing the team, as well as operational and strategic duties throughout the business. An avid gardener, you’ll find Lauren landscaping and tending to plants outside work hours, as well as spending time with family and friends.
Lauren Cassy
General Manager
Tim has led the floral studio at Tori Allen since 2019. Having spent 22 years in the industry, both in Australia and overseas, Tim is not only a highly skilled florist but also an organisational guru for even the most wild and wonderful floral briefs. When clients want to incorporate flowers into their spaces or events, Tim is their first port of call, managing enquiries, quotes and our network of collaborators with enthusiasm and ease. Outside of the studio, you’ll find Tim travelling, trying new restaurants and chipping away at his book stack. His top five flowers are hydrangeas, hellebores, tulips, dahlias and dogwood.
Tim Wartman
Floral Studio Manager
A recent addition to the Tori Allen team, Tahlia studied design and started her career as a Graphic Designer with a focus on branding. She now spends her days at Tori Allen juggling designs briefs, executing activations and collaborating back with the team on exciting projects. Tahlia’s favourite part of the role is working with inspiring people and bringing designs to life! Tahlia is a self-confessed trash TV lover, foodie, day tripper and Pilates lover!
Tahlia Oja
Event Designer
Ed arrived at Tori Allen in October 2022 with 13 years of valuable experience in styling, event design and visual merchandise under his belt. In his role as event designer, Ed thrives on crafting events that leave a lasting impression on clients and guests alike. His days at Tori Allen are diverse, involving everything from concept visualisation and creative proposals to site visits and finalising event logistics. In his free time, Ed loves to cook, watch movies, go to the beach and try out new restaurants and wine bars with friends.
Edwin Bowd
Event Producer
With over a decade of experience in professional and client services in a wide range of industries, Sarah is a new addition to the Tori Allen team. Originally studying nutritional science and with a number of customer service roles under her belt, Sarah eventually moved into client services and office management, doing everything from nurturing client relationships to improving systems and processes. A keen traveller, when she’s not hard at work Sarah loves exploring hiking trails with spectacular beach views, or visiting wineries everywhere from the Mornington Peninsula to Europe.
Sarah Chhin
Office Admin & Accounts
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
We are always seeking new talent. If you are interested or believe you may be right for a particular role, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at careers@toriallen.com.au