The current presidential campaign seems to be the stuff of dreams for comedians — the jokes must write themselves, right? But for acclaimed...
Senior Editor at The Knot Dishes Tips on (Big) Wedding Trends
Many weddings today are a multi-vendor operation — with bands (even marching bands), photo booths, tattoo artists — joining the party and fighting...
Pennsylvania Florist Recalls Former First Lady
After the recent death of Nancy Reagan, one florist is remembering the former First Lady as soft-spoken, gentle — and quick to show her...
Floral Industry Tests its Lobbying Skills in Washington
Close 90 floral industry members gathered in Washington, D.C., March 14 and 15 to channel their inner lobbyist and advocate on behalf of the needs...
In Remembrance: SAF Tommy Bright Recipient, Richard Seaboldt, AAF, AIFD, PFCI, 1939 – 2016
A beloved floral industry member, celebrated presenter and designer died March 13. Richard Seaboldt, AAF, AIFD, PFCI, entertained, educated and...
SAF Women’s Day Campaign Reaches Hundreds of Thousands
Hearing more chatter about Women’s Day this year? Don’t be surprised. Hundreds of thousands of consumers now know more about Women’s Day, thanks to...
Groundbreaking Wisconsin Florist Al Felly Dies
Albert H. Felly, AAF, 90, died peacefully at his home in Green Valley, Wisconsin, on January 17, 2016. Felly, a member of the Society of American...
First For Women Touts ‘Just Because’ Floral Gifts
Thanks to strategic outreach by the Society of American Florists, tens of millions of American women were reminded last month that “just because”...
Pop Culture Picks Up on Women’s Day. Will the Floral Industry?
International Women’s Day on March 8 is making big moves in U.S. pop culture. The blockbuster Marvel Comics superhero film “Deadpool” makes a...
Industry Loses ‘Potting Mix Pioneer’ James Boodley
James Boodley, professor emeritus of floriculture and ornamental horticulture at Cornell University and a recipient of the Society of American...
Female Floral Designers in Chicago Band Together for Women’s Day Promo
Not seeing a lot of traction for Women’s Day in your area? Why not get proactive — and get a little help from your (female) friends? In Chicago, a...
Cincinnati, Denver Added to SAF’s 1-Day Profit Blast Road Show
Florists looking for high quality, affordable floral business education have two additional venues in which to find it in 2016. SAF is bringing its...
Florists Leave Austin with Ideas, Insights and Contacts
Inspirational. Practical. Exactly the information I needed. These are just some of the comments coming in days after SAF’s 1-Day Profit Blast in...
SAF Responds to Misinformation in National Publications
While many of the national publications’ coverage of the Valentine’s Day holiday was thorough, SAF responded to several groups that provided...
Industry Leaders Talk Gut Reactions to Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day 2016 has come and gone and the good news may be cold comfort: At least, it’s over. A Sunday holiday, long weekend and — along the...