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Southern Chapter Members Supporting Hurricane Victims

Southern Chapter Members Supporting Hurricane Victims

To all our Southern Chapter members in the hurricane-affected area, we are here for you. The devastation of both Hurricane Helene and Milton is unimaginable. We send you our love, prayers, and support. Several of our members have come together to help collect items for…

The Body Flower contest is ON

The Body Flower contest is ON

To honor a life well lived and to support and endow the David Shover AIFD Fund, AIFD Southern Chapter, in collaboration with OASIS Floral Products North America, is excited to introduce the third edition of our Body Flower Contest. The Grand Prize Winner receives a…

Gearing up for an Exciting Fall for the AIFD Southern Chapter

Gearing up for an Exciting Fall for the AIFD Southern Chapter

By Angelyn Tipton AIFD CFD GMF PFCI Exciting things are going on in Southern Chapter. We are gearing up for a busy fall. We are making exciting plans for endow the David Shover Fund by Symposium 2025. Please stay tuned for all of the design…

Speechless 2024 – A deeper look into North Carolina State Florist Association’s recent event

Speechless 2024 – A deeper look into North Carolina State Florist Association’s recent event

Reflection by Teresa Godfrey AIFD, CFD, EMC, CEJPhoto Credits: Walters & Walters, Raliegh, NC We go to them a lot, right.  Sitting theatre style in the auditorium or ballroom or warehouse with the speaker on stage in front, wowing us with their floral artistry.  It’s…

Southern Chapter Happenings

Southern Chapter Happenings

Southern Chapter is kicking off the year with a bang. We have been out and about in the region and several of our members competed in competitions and placed in the top three. Jolene Power AIFD competed at NCFA and took first place in the bridal…

Updates Emerge from the Southern AIFD Chapter

Updates Emerge from the Southern AIFD Chapter

Symposium Success The AIFD Symposium Emerge was a tremendous success! We hope you were able to join our chapter in some of the various programs, classes, and over-the-top dinners. We loved connecting with you and showcasing the beautiful work created by our Southern Chapter members.…

Welcome 2024 New AIFD Regional Chapter Presidents

Welcome 2024 New AIFD Regional Chapter Presidents

The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) is thrilled to introduce the newly appointed regional chapter presidents for 2024. Each of these talented individuals brings a unique perspective and dedication to the floral design community. Let’s meet the leaders who will shape the future of…

Celebrating the Achievements of AIFD Regional Chapter Presidents in 2023-2024

Celebrating the Achievements of AIFD Regional Chapter Presidents in 2023-2024

The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) is renowned for its commitment to promoting education and advancing the art of floral design. Each year, the dedication and hard work of the regional chapter presidents play a pivotal role in achieving these goals. In 2023-2024, six…

Happenings from the Southern AIFD Chapter

Happenings from the Southern AIFD Chapter

It has been a busy year for the Southern Chapter, with our members actively bringing floral education to enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. We invite you to join us at the AIFD National Symposium, taking place from July 2-6 in Orlando, Florida. Our membership meeting…