At the end of January, I had the opportunity to go to Tampa, FL to help promote the American Institute of Floral Designers® at the Tropical Plant International Expo. TPIE is the trade event showcasing the latest trends in foliage, floral and topicals. The show exhibit area, of 200,000 square feet showcased living and vibrant plants creating a visual indoor garden. The immense trees and unusual foliage are amazing to see. The open space was transformed into a sea of lush topicals.
“The Create Theater” provided the stage for; Eileen Cheng AIFD, Tina Coker AIFD, Alejandro Figueira Fernandes AIFD and Derek Woodruff AIFD.The designers provided helpful hints and techniques to create the upscale use of plants for elaborate celebrations, office or home applications.
Our ROOTS Symposium Brochure is coming to you in a digital format this year! With a couple of clicks, you will be able to download it. Headquarters is always available to help you too. Our Symposium is jam packed with phenomenal education and the workshops we are craving. Thank you ROOTS Team!
When you have a chance to put your feet up, relax, and take a break from the design bench, make sure you tune in to our Master Class Design Presentation on March 20th. Brook Raulerson AIFD will entertain you with fabulous designs for all occasions and available for one-on-one questions.
I am excited to pack my bags and travel. I will be going to; the Southern Chapter in Bowling Green KY, South Central Chapter in Wichita, KS, and Great Lakes Floral Association Expo in Grand Rapids, MI. I will round out March joining the Incoming President Elects and National Board Members for our Annual March Board Meeting. We will meet in Chicago, at the Hilton Hotel, our 2023 Symposium venue.
My Best,
Janet Black AIFD
2021-2022 National Board President
