El mundo del diseño floral es un universo en constante evolución, donde la creatividad y la innovación son fundamentales para destacar. En este emocionante campo, ser parte de una red profesional sólida y tener acceso a oportunidades de crecimiento y desarrollo es crucial para cualquier…
By Renee Tucci AIFD PFCI AAF On a blustery Sunday in February, seven eager, potential PFDE candidates arrived at Younger & Son Wholesale in Lansdale, PA., filled with all the nerves you would expect, when pushing yourself outside your comfort zone. Attendees traveled from as…
Do you have a passion for flowers and a desire to elevate your floral design skills? If so, Gather 2024 is the event you don’t want to miss. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity, learning, and friendly competition amongst fellow flower enthusiasts. With workshops…
By Ruben Consa AIFD, PFCI, Founder The Doral Art & Flowers Festival was organized by the YOLA GUZ AIFD School of Floral Design and held December 7-17 in The City of Doral. The event touted support from city Mayor Christi Fraga and many sponsors, including…
In a world where floral design is synonymous with blooms and blossoms, step into the enchanting realm of paper when Interflora World Cup Champion Nicolaus Peters presents a world-class hands-on design session. Paper Magic: Unveiling Floral Artistry During the AIFD® Symposium Thursday, July 4, 2024,…
By Janet Black AIFD CFD TPIE was started by seven International Foliage Growers in 1973 to benefit the industry. These were dedicated people growing plants around the country. Their passion for the industry was ingrained in the shows and continues today. This year TPIE had…
Know of someone who deserves to be honored! Have you considered nominating someone but were unsure how to go about it? Let’s see if we can answer some of your questions. What does the AIFD® Awards Committee do? The primary responsibility of the committee is…
Up in the Pacific Northwest Region, a buzzing excitement has been building up in anticipation of the first NW chapter event. We will be hosting the sensational botanical artist Julia Rose, all the way from Australia! She is internationally renowned for her Interactive and immersive…
The AIFD Board of Directors met in October in Orlando Florida, at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek Resort – the home of our upcoming 2024 Symposium. The location is stunning and AIFD leadership is so excited to bring to you a lineup of presenters,…
By Brenna Quan AIFD The American Institute of Floral Designers has a special group that it recognizes: the Laureate Status Members. These individuals qualify to apply once they reach at least 21 years of membership, with a minimum attendance of 10 National Symposia. Once the…