Wendy Havens

About Wendy Havens

With a rich background in arts administration, fundraising, and e-commerce, I specialize…

Experience

1. Owner Vintage Curator & Etsy Shop Consultant

   Zendingmachineshop On Etsy

   May 2019 — Present · Jacksonville, FL, US

   As the owner and curator of ZendingMachineShop, I specialize in sourcing, researching, and presenting vintage and antique home goods, collectibles, and decor that bring beauty, history, and a sense of calm nostalgia to everyday spaces. Each item in my shop is hand-selected for its quality, authenticity, and unique charm—ranging from Mid-century and French country to Victorian, Cottagecore, and Bohemian styles.Beyond curating and selling vintage finds, I offer consulting and creative services to help other sellers and collectors elevate their own shops and collections: Services Include:Vintage & Antique Research and Valuation – Identifying origins, styles, and fair market value with historical and design context.Decor Trends & Styling Guidance – Helping clients blend eras, refresh collections, and understand what’s resonating in the home decor space.Keyword Generation & SEO Strategy for Etsy Sellers – Optimizing listings for visibility and authentic engagement.Creative Content & Storytelling Ideas – Crafting emotionally resonant product descriptions, social posts, and seasonal campaigns.Etsy Shop Consulting & Optimization – Offering tailored support for shop setup, branding, photography, and growth strategies.With a lifelong love of treasure hunting, I help others bridge the gap between nostalgia and modern appeal—making the world of vintage more accessible, inspiring, and rewarding.

Education

• University of St. Thomas (TX)

  B.A.

• High School for the Performing and Visual Arts

  High School Diploma

Skills

• Database Integrity
• Recruiting
• Member Relations
• Project Management
• Event Planning
• Adobe Acrobat
• Crm
• Employee Training
• Event Management
• Public Speaking
• Customer Service
• Department Budgeting
• Marketing Communications
• Online Marketing
• Nonprofits
• Managing Database
• Data Analysis
• Domain Management
• Data Integrity
• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Audio Visual Support
• Microsoft Office
• Newsletters
• Data Mining
• Tumblr
• Management
• Team Building
• Strategic Communications
• Photo Editor
• Email Marketing
• Html
• Live Blogging
• Social Networking
• Content Managed Websites
• Social Media Marketing
• Strategic Planning
• Iavenue
• Social Media
• Business Intelligence
• Membership Partner Database (Foxpro)