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AIFD Adds New Category of Membership:
EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS

AIFD has added a new category of membership – Educational Partners. This category was created to enhance AIFD's already strong commitment to education by specifically including the private education sector.

We are excited about the prospects of this new alliance with member schools, and hope that it will be beneficial for you as well as for the whole floral industry.

Benefits of Educational Partner membership
Each approved member will receive:

1. Listing in AIFD membership directory with brief description (25 words maximum) of educational opportunities (classes offered, etc.)

2. Online Directory listing on AIFD Web site including a link to school web page (same description as in directory)

3. Use of "AIFD Educational Partner" designation in advertising, promotions, and school certificates.

4. Opportunity to speak with AIFD National Symposium participants about your school and to display school information. This "Education Connection" and will be similar to the current book fair format.

5. Symposium discounts

a. Attendance at AIFD National Symposium at AIFD member rate for one instructor who is not an AIFD member
b. Offer students who have completed a course, the opportunity to attend AIFD National Symposium at member rate (one-time only discount)

The process to become an Educational Partner is easy. Simply complete the application form and enclose the required report forms (Curriculum Report, Instructor Credentials Report, and Facilities Report). Complete the application form and reports thoroughly, answering all questions and filling in each blank. If a question, or piece of information, does not pertain to your school, please place a 'NA' in the space to indicate 'not applicable'. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

The Evaluation Form that the Education Committee will use to recommend membership is also available for your reference.

Please note that to participate in the 2004 "Education Connection" at National Symposium, applications must be received at AIFD headquarters no later than May 1, 2004. This membership category is not an endorsement or accreditation from AIFD. If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tom Shaner CAE at the address or email below.

Thank you to our AIFD Symposium Partners

Platinum Rose Partners

Gold Rose Partners

Silver Rose Partners

Bronze Rose Partner