President’s Message

The Future in Action

The Future in Action

By Renee Tucci AIFD PFCI AAF I had the pleasure of accepting an invitation from Leslighann Cravens AIFD to attend the National FFA Convention on October 29th to be  a judge in the Floriculture competition. In all, ten AIFD members were on hand to help…

Happy Fall from our AIFD President Elect

Happy Fall from our AIFD President Elect

By Brent Leech AIFD Greetings to all my AIFD family and friends across the globe. November is here and I know we’re all busy getting ready for not only Thanksgiving, but also our Christmas holiday season too.  This time of year, it’s always important to…

A Season of Change and Remembrance

A Season of Change and Remembrance

As we move into the new season, I’ve been reflecting on how much transition mirrors the work we do as floral designers. Just as summer gives way to autumn, leadership is also about guiding through change — balancing tradition with innovation, honoring the past while…

Presidents Message: A little bit of peer pressure can go a long way

Presidents Message: A little bit of peer pressure can go a long way

A new year for AIFD is officially underway, and so is the celebration of our 60th Anniversary! In mid-July, members and industry friends gathered in sunny Palm Springs for Reflection—a spectacular symposium filled with inspiration, education, and floral fellowship. Huge congratulations to coordinators Lori Novak…

AIFD Presidential Year in Review

AIFD Presidential Year in Review

As I reflect on my year as President of AIFD, I am filled with immense pride, gratitude, and admiration for the incredible floral artists, educators, and friends I’ve met along the way. Though I only had the opportunity to visit five of our six chapters…

President’s Message: Strengthening and Modernizing

President’s Message: Strengthening and Modernizing

Dear AIFD Members, I hope this message finds you well and thriving in your creative and professional endeavors. As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening and modernizing the foundation of our organization, I am pleased to inform you that the AIFD National Board has…

President’s Message: Honor and Unity

President’s Message: Honor and Unity

Dear AIFD Family, Today, as I reflect on today’s homily message, I realized that the message of honor and unity which our minister spoke about is so important in every culture and every community.  As members of this distinguished and amazing organization, we understand the…

President’s Message: Planning for the Future

President’s Message: Planning for the Future

Dear AIFD Members, I am excited to share an important initiative that will shape the future of our organization and the floral design industry. As we continue to uphold our mission to “advance the art of professional floral design through education, service and leadership and…

President’s Message: The Importance of Mentorship and Volunteerism

President’s Message: The Importance of Mentorship and Volunteerism

Dear Fellow Members, As we continue to grow and evolve as an organization, I am reminded of the incredible strength that comes from working together. As we move into spring and enter a period where many chapters are planning fundraising events, I want to take…

President’s Message: Love, Friendship and Compassion

President’s Message: Love, Friendship and Compassion

As we celebrate February’s focus on love and friendship, we as members of the American Institute of Floral Design are reminded of the powerful role flowers play in human connection. Our commitment to floral design extends beyond creating stunning arrangements; it is rooted in a…