By Trish Nishikawa AIFD After a four-year hiatus, the California State Floral Association hosted the “Top 10” Floral Competition this past fall, and among the winners were two new 2024 AIFD Northwest Region inductees – Judy Janzen AIFD (1st place) and Jesus Rivera AIFD (3rd place).…
In December 2024, the Society of Chinese Members of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) proudly partnered with the World Orchid Association (Malaysia Chapter) and the Kim Loo Teng Temple to present the 6th ZEN Artistry International Floral Exhibition titled 《花中说禅~佛前供花》, held in the…
The holidays can make or break a florist’s year, and we all know how quickly things can spiral when you’re unprepared. But here’s the thing: starting early gives you time to get organized, refine your designs, and ensure that your business is ready for the…
By Linda Weinberger CFD I caught my breath and smiled. The entrance to the Hicks Art Building at Bucks County Community College greeted me with a lush riot of color and flowers. Immediately my heart began to flutter and I knew we were in for…
As a florist, you pour your heart and soul into your craft. You create stunning arrangements, transform spaces, and bring joy to your clients’ lives. But in today’s digital world, beautiful flowers alone aren’t enough. To truly thrive, you need a strong online presence—and that…
By Eun-Sook Noh International Representative of ‘AIFD Korea’ The 2024 ‘AIFD Korea’ Fall Seminar was held on October 5th in Seoul, South Korea. ‘AIFD Korea’ was established in 2014 with 63 AIFD members. For the last decade, members have met twice a year, a general…
By ROCÍO SILVA AIFD, CEJ, CFD,PFCI INSTITUTO MEXICANO TÉCNICO FLORAL When we first considered joining AIFD as an Education Partner, we weren’t entirely sure what to expect. But let me tell you—it’s been transformative. From the moment we became part of this prestigious network, everything…
INSTITUTO MEXICANO TÉCNICO FLORALROCÍO SILVA AIFD, CEJ, CFD, PFCI Cuando empezamos a considerar convertirnos en Socios Educadores de AIFD, no estábamos completamente seguros de qué esperar. Pero déjame decirte algo: ha sido transformador. Desde el momento en que nos unimos a esta prestigiosa red, todo…
In honor of AIFD’s 60th anniversary, Southern Chapter isexcited to celebrate the rich history of our chapter. This is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the events and cherished memories that have shaped our chapter over the years. We invited some of our Past Presidents…
Dear Members and Friends of AIFD, As we usher in the New Year, it is with great pride and deep gratitude that we reflect on an extraordinary milestone: the 60th Anniversary of The American Institute of Floral Design. This year, we celebrate six decades of…