When textile company Boll and Branch used “What’s better than flowers and chocolates?” as a marketing email subject line, the Society of American Florists reached out— and received an apology from the company within hours. “I’m so sorry about this,” wrote a...
The Society of American Florists recognizes the industry’s best and brightest with a range of awards and professional designations acknowledging hard work and dedication to the floral industry. The 2021 awards deadline has been extended to March 15th, 2021 to ensure...
After a long year away from friends and family, everyone is looking for ways to connect with loved ones. This means that Valentine’s Day sales have the potential to be higher than ever, even with a Sunday event. Holiday statistics pulled from Society of American...
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and big floral holidays are the perfect time to increase your visibility by taking advantage of media opportunities. As a shop owner, you are the spokesperson for your business and the local flower expert in your community so...
2020 taught us to expect the unexpected and be prepared for anything. Valentine’s Day 2021 is no exception — the country is still in the midst of a global pandemic and the holiday falls on a Sunday during a holiday week. With consumers feeling isolated and wanting...
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