Talmage McLaurin, AIFD, creative director at Esmeralda Farms, will present his 2025 Floral Trends Forecast at SAF Miami 2024. SAF’s annual convention also features 20 education sessions, networking opportunities, and an optional tour. Drowning in rising costs...
Next gen florist Helena Polites (center) of Polites Florist, was the driving force behind the shop’s recent purchase of Farrell’s Florist. She credits her father, Chris Polites (right), for mentoring her and helping her close the deal with Tim Farrell...
The Society of American Florists’ first Congressional fly-in of 2024 wrapped up in March, but the impact of the conversations with representatives is long-lasting. More than a dozen retailers, wholesalers, growers and importers met with legislators on Capitol Hill...
SAF’s fly-in attendees enjoy a quick break in front of the US Capitol: From left: Tim Farrell, AAF, AIFD, PFCI, Teleflora, Drexel Hill, Pa.; Austin Bryant, AAF, Heart of Florida Greenhouses, Inc., Zolfo Springs, Fla.; Lillie Wightman, SAF; Dave Legge,...
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