Symposium

PASSING THE PASSION: Tom Simmons AIFD

PASSING THE PASSION: Tom Simmons AIFD

By Gerry Toh AIFD When it comes to passion, I can imagine no other than the profession of the floral artist. I was once told I was shallow in personality and character because all I could and would talk about was flowers: the business of…

INSPIRED LEADERSHIP: Lori Novak AIFD

INSPIRED LEADERSHIP: Lori Novak AIFD

By Gerry Toh AIFD The intoxicating enchantment of flowers have many people enthralled. A whole industry and culture of floral artists, designers and flower shop owners has given life to organizations like ours culminating in the annual international Symposium held in various cities throughout the…

RADICLE GALLERY at ROOTS Las Vegas

RADICLE GALLERY at ROOTS Las Vegas

The RADICLE, aka ‘The RAD’ at ROOTS Symposium is our Gallery. This exhibition space will be used to fully curate the select premier floral art created by our ROOTS artists.  It will be a beautiful community space, located in the adjoining area next to the Symposium Center Stage Ballroom for everyone to meet up and enjoy the art together before, in between, and after the stage programs everyday.

Floral Career Vision 2022

Floral Career Vision 2022

Not everyone who works in the flower industry is a designer.

The possibilities are endless for careers in the floral industry. Not all jobs require a design knife, but do potential job candidates know that? How can they find a perfect fit in the expansive $6 billon US floriculture industry?

Partners Showcase Features

Partners Showcase Features

In just a few weeks we will be happily gathering together at the ROOTS Symposium, in fabulous Las Vegas.  The excitement is building, especially with the participants from the Industry Partners Showcase.  This year’s Partners Showcase will be held Tuesday July 5th from noon to…

Help the AIFD Foundation Reach Our Goal While Enhancing Your Experience During ROOTS

Help the AIFD Foundation Reach Our Goal While Enhancing Your Experience During ROOTS

Through this Virtual Auction you can bid on experiences to enhance your Symposium experience!

WHERE TO STAY, WHAT TO DO AT SYMPOSIUM “ROOTS”

WHERE TO STAY, WHAT TO DO AT SYMPOSIUM “ROOTS”

On this trip to Las Vegas we are in a new hotel and new Symposium location. Read on for more information!

Tattoos for 200!

Tattoos for 200!

Have you heard the news?? The first 200 people registered for the ROOTS Symposium are going to receive one of the very popular ROOTS tattoos! Be one of the first 200 people to register for Symposium and receive an official ROOTS temporary tattoo! Join the…

“ROOTS” Hands-on Educational Sessions

“ROOTS” Hands-on Educational Sessions

The AIFD® National Symposium in Las Vegas once again brings you amazing hands-on learning experiences. Designed for everyone, these interactive sessions are especially great for those seeking to gain more experience or perhaps look to become CFD® or AIFD®.