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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…

Colouring the Pacific Northwest World: Aussie Style with Julia Rose

Colouring the Pacific Northwest World: Aussie Style with Julia Rose

By Brenna Quan AIFD The Northwest AIFD Chapter brought in the Spring season with a workshop featuring an exuberant guest instructor and Emerge Symposium mainstage designer – Julia Rose! She joined us hot off her whimsical, immersive multi-installation at the Portland Home and Garden Show.…

Southern Chapter Members shine at FSFAI Midseason

Southern Chapter Members shine at FSFAI Midseason

By Andie Muller AIFD On Sunday, April 7th, florists and enthusiasts from across the Sunshine State converged in Tampa, Florida, for a day brimming with inspiration, education, and creativity at the FSFA International Mid-Season event. This gathering brought together esteemed floral designers and educators, including…

Cherishing a Legacy from the South West Regional Chapter

Cherishing a Legacy from the South West Regional Chapter

Rocky Pollitz is a legacy member that deserves to be celebrated. Rocky’s creativity has been displayed in six foreign countries and in almost all 50 states. She has commentated at numerous AIFD and PFCI regional and national meetings plus at many state and Unit association…

Announcing the 2024-25 Election Results

Announcing the 2024-25 Election Results

The votes are in, and we are excited to announce our new AIFD National and Chapter leaders for 2024-2025. These new leaders will begin their terms on July 1, 2024. Congratulations to all and thank you for generously giving your time and skills to support…

AIFD® at the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show

AIFD® at the 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show

Submitted by Renee Tucci AIFD The nation’s largest and longest-running horticulture event took place in Philadelphia, PA, March 2-10, 2024, and many of our AIFD members and CFD’s took part in bringing it to life. GATHERED by AIFD®, organized by The North East Region The…

Gather 2024: Inspiration, Creativity and Connection

Gather 2024: Inspiration, Creativity and Connection

On March 8-10, AIFD Southern Chapter hosted Gather in Covington, Georgia for an educational weekend of creativity and learning among flower enthusiasts. Not only did Gather provide a platform for florists and designers to sharpen their skills and exchange ideas, but it also served as…

Remembering the Queen of the South

Remembering the Queen of the South

By Alan Masters AIFD CFD First among our Legacy members from the South Central Region, is our Queen of South Central, Mrs. Frankie Shelton AAF AIFD PFCI.  To know Frankie was to understand her passion for and love of the floral industry.  In our many…