Everything You Saw and Didn't See at Symposium!
"The Sky's The Limit" Highlight Video
Did you miss out on the special parts of this year's Symposium? Check out this highlight reel of what went on in Kansas City. You just might see yourself!!
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Sharon McGukin AIFD Interviews at KCTV!
Sharon McGukin AIFD, new president-elect, participated in a live interview on Saturday morning, July 11, to discuss National Symposium.
Click here to read more, see pictures and watch a snippet of the interview!
Martinis for All! AIFD Fellowships with Members and Guests at Opening Reception
On Saturday night, the AIFD members came together to fellowship with each other over martinis and hors d'ouerves.
The student designs were on display and everyone got an opportunity to meet each other and share in a whole lot of laughs!
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Tina Stoecker AIFD Named President of American Institute of Floral Designers
AIFD elected and installed a new Board of Directors during the organization's 2009 National Symposium held in Kansas City July 11-16.
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AIFD Unveils 2009 Award Winners
AIFD announced the 2009 award winners during ceremonies that took place during the organizations 2009 National Symposium. Among the award winners, Bette Lou Barker AIFD of Santa Ana, Calif. was recognized with AIFD's Special Award of Recognition.
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AIFD President, Vice President & President-Elect Participate in a FOX News Interview!
On Monday, July 13, Tina Stoecker AIFD,president, Tom Bowling AIFD, vice president, and Sharon McGukin AIFD, president-elect, of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) participated in a live interview with FOX News to discuss this year’s National Symposium and to demonstrate ways in which non-designers can achieve popular floral looks in their homes and at events.
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Meet the Newest Members of AIFD!
The American Institute of Floral Designers proudly congratulates its newest members on their achievement in earning the coveted AIFD designation. Please join us in welcoming each new member!
"It's been exciting and we're looking forward to learning as much as we can about some great techniques."
"I am looking forward to being inducted and doing shows across the country. AIFD will help me broaden my field of design!"
"The most important thing about Symposium is the learning process. The most important thing about learning is to go back home and teach someone what you've learned."
"It's great to come to a place where everyone is so nice and willing to help the event come together. Even if you don't know something, they take the time to explain."
"This is my second symposium and I think that this is the place to be to learn, grow and be inspired."
"We love it! Education at its finest!!"
"I tested for AES this year and now I get to relax and enjoy the educational programs."