A floral industry leader who many considered a mentor, friend and unparalleled big thinker died in late June. Peter Ullrich, the former CEO and president of Esmeralda Farms Inc., passed away on June 29 surrounded by loved ones after a difficult battle with cancer,...
Make America Great Again! I’m with her! Feel the Bern. … If it seems like this year’s presidential election is seeping into everything, including your design room, you’re not alone. One in four HR professionals say employees in their organizations are more riled up...
A Society of American Florists-backed bill that would allow small businesses to help pay premiums and other out-of-pocket costs associated with medical care and services for their employees is one step closer to passage. On June 22, the House approved The Small...
According to The Wedding Report, the most popular months to tie the knot are June, July and August, which also happen to be the steamiest and harshest time for flowers. Florists who want to impress not only brides and grooms but also the maid of honor (who takes home...
What does a shoe shine have to do with your sales team? A lot more than you might think, says Rick Canale of Exotic Flowers in Boston. In a blog post on sales-generating ideas, Canale shared his thoughts on why extra touches can make a big difference to a customer’s...
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