About SAF's 1-Day Profit Blast
Are you ready to take your floral business to new heights? Looking for a quick getaway that will pay off big for your business? SAF’s 1-Day Profit Blast events take place around the country and provide florists with:
- Engaging Education: Three interactive sessions designed to enhance your skills, increase sales and boost profits.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow floral retailers, share ideas, ask questions and swap advice.
- Supplier Showcase: Explore a diverse range of floral products, hard goods, technology and more from top industry vendors.
1-Day Profit Blast Cranston, RI
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Location and Travel
Profit Blast Location: Carbone Floral Distributors
Carbone Floral Distributors
1 Goddard Rd
Cranston, RI 02920
About Carbone Floral Distributors
We are excited to announce that the April Profit Blast will be held at Carbone Floral Distributors’ impressive 100,000+ sq. ft. wholesale facility, renowned throughout New England for hosting some of the region’s largest wholesale shows. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this incredible facility firsthand.
Carbone Floral Distributors is a full-service wholesaler with three distinct departments:
- Fresh Flowers – Featuring over 250 varieties of fresh flowers and cut greens sourced from four continents.
- Greenhouse Plants – Offering 100+ varieties of flowering and foliage plants available year-round for every season.
- Floral Hardgoods – Stocked with a vast selection of glassware, pottery, baskets, containers, ribbons, silk and dried flowers, and home décor.
Hotel Room Block
The Loom Hotel
400 Knight Street
Warwick, RI 02886
Room Rate:
April 5: $139
April 6: $119
Click here to book your room in SAF’s room block.
Cut-off date: March 27, 2025
Always book your room using the booking link on this page.
If you receive a phone call from any company claiming they are responsible for SAF housing, it is a scam. If you have any questions about hotel rooms for SAF’s events, please contact SAF’s Laura Weaver at 703-838-5221 or lweaver@safnow.org.
Registration Rates
Rate Includes: 3 Educational Sessions | Lunch and Coffee Breaks | Supplier Expo Viewing
Bring your team! Additional registrants from the same business are only $99 each
Early Bird Registration Rates List Below
Early Bird Pricing Ends March 28
SAF Grower/Wholesaler/Supplier Members
$119
SAF Ultimate Level Retail Members
$119
SAF Premium Plus Level Retail Members
$139
SAF Premim Level Retail Members
$149
SAF Standard Level Retail Members
$169
Non-SAF Members
$219
Carbone and Flower Shop Network Customers Rate:
$169
Bring your team! Additional registrants from the same business are only $99 each
11:00 – 12:30 p.m.
Network, Meet with Vendors at the Supplier Showcase and Light Lunch Served
Lunch Sponsored By:
12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Welcome and Opening Comments
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wedding Blooms & Beyond: The Hottest Trends in Floral Design
Presenter: Loann Burke, AAF, AIFD, CFD, PFCI, event specialist at Furst Florist and Greenhouses
Say “yes” to fresh floral inspiration! This program dives into the latest wedding design trends, from innovative bouquets to sustainable styling. Learn how to incorporate modern color palettes, unique textures, and eco-friendly practices while balancing profitability. Discover expert techniques in care, handling, and pricing to create breathtaking wedding florals that are both stylish and sustainable.
What You Will Learn:
- Trendsetting Wedding Florals – Explore the latest styles, colors, and design techniques shaping today’s wedding florals.
- Sustainability & Longevity – Learn how to repurpose flowers, extend design viability, and implement eco-conscious practices.
- Smart Pricing & Floral Efficiency – Master cost-effective pricing strategies, proper care techniques, and efficient design methods for lasting, profitable arrangements.
Sponsored By:
2:00 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.
Vendor Spotlight
Vendors will introduce the products and services on display at the showcase to help elevate your networking opportunities
2:20 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.
Network and Meet with Vendors at the Supplier Showcase
2:50 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
Retail Reinvented: Boosting Efficiency, Sales & Motivation with a Lean Team
Presenter: Tim Huckabee, The Profitable Florist
At this interactive workshop retail florists will learn how to streamline operations, increase sales, and keep employees engaged—all without expanding your team. Learn how to adapt to changing sales channels, maximize productivity with fewer staff, and create a high-performance culture. Through real-life examples, workflow strategies, and mystery calls, attendees will walk away with actionable techniques to improve efficiency, enhance customer interactions, and drive sustainable business growth.
You’ll Learn:
- Real world examples of sale challenges and how to navigate them successfully
- Learn how to meet demand with fewer employees while maintaining quality and service.
- Discover proven techniques to engage and incentivize staff for better performance.
3:50 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.
Vendor Spotlight
Vendors will introduce the products and services on display at the showcase to help elevate your networking opportunities
4:10 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.
Network and Meet with Vendors at the Supplier Showcase
4:40 p.m. – 5:40 p.m.
Designing Insta-Worthy Events: Floral & Social Media Mastery
Speaker: Donald Yim, AIFD, CFD, PFCI
Dive into the world of eye-catching, Instagrammable event floral designs with this dynamic presentation. This presentation will seamlessly blend the artistry of stunning event floral arrangements with savvy social media strategies to capture and expand your online audience. Participants will learn about the art of creating event designs that dazzle both in-person and on digital platforms. This course is a game-changer for florists looking to transform their creations into photogenic masterpieces for social sharing, boosting their visibility and impact across the floral industry landscape.
You’ll learn:
- Crafting Instagrammable Floral Designs for Events: Explore current trends and design principles for creating eye-catching, photogenic floral arrangements.
- Photography and Presentation Techniques: Learn how to capture and present floral designs in a way that maximizes their appeal on Instagram.
- Leveraging Instagram for Business Growth: Strategies for engaging with your audience, building a cohesive brand image, and using Instagram’s features to attract and retain clients.
Sponsored By:
5:40 p.m.
Closing Comments
Profit Blast Cranston is Sponsored by:
Past Profit Blast Events
Somerset, NJ: November 5, 2024
Hotel and Travel Info.
DoubleTree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center
200 Atrium Drive
Somerset, New Jersey 08873
Room rate
$139 single/double
Cut Off Date
October 15, 2024
Travel information
Always book your SAF hotel rooms using the information posted above.
If you receive a phone call from any company claiming they are responsible for SAF housing, it is a scam. These companies are not in any way affiliated with the Society of American Florists and should not be used to make reservations. If you have any questions about hotel rooms for SAF’s events, please contact SAF’s Laura Weaver Kern at 703-838-5221 or meetings@safnow.org.
Profit Blast Somerset is Sponsored by:
Cleveland, OH: June 11, 2024
Hotel and Travel Info.
Intercontinental Cleveland
9801 Carnegie Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44106
Room rate
$199 single/double
Cut Off Date
May 20, 2024
Travel information
Always book your SAF hotel rooms using the information posted above.
If you receive a phone call from any company claiming they are responsible for SAF housing, it is a scam. These companies are not in any way affiliated with the Society of American Florists and should not be used to make reservations. If you have any questions about hotel rooms for SAF’s events, please contact SAF’s Laura Weaver Kern at 703-838-5221 or meetings@safnow.org.
Profit Blast Cleveland is Sponsored By: