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How the Event Business Has Changed
Starting out in the special events world 40 years ago, it was all about “The Wedding”. Rental companies provided tents, tables and chairs. There were no pro companies or linen manufacturers and fewer event coordinators except for those who specialized in guiding a...
Your Latest Member Benefit… A New Website
I would like to introduce you to the latest Michigan Floral Association member benefit, the NEW MFA website. The new site is constructed with cutting edge technology using Elegant Themes and Word Press. We have created a site that is easy to navigate on either a PC or...
A Special Piece For A Special Event
Trendy copper goes well with yellow, lime green, blackberry, chocolate, green and brownish tones. When doing corporate, party, or event flower designs, it is important to set the right atmosphere. Here is a tablescape perfect for a corporate gathering. I have used...
Preparing For The Holidays
Preparing for the holidays can be a busy time of year for small businesses. The hustle and bustle can be overwhelming. Kennedy’s Flowers and Gifts makes the season bright with exciting events and special promotions. Our mission is to spread joy, and this is especially...
2017 Sweetest Day Social Media Campaign
I have an exciting opportunity to share with you! The Michigan Floral Association, in partnership with Kennicott Brothers Co. and Nordlie a Kennicott Brothers Co. would like to offer you access to our suite of promotional images to help generate more interest in...
MFA Annual Golf Outing Wednesday, August 2nd
The 2017 MFA golf outing will be held Wednesday, August 2, 2017, at Eldorado Golf Course in Mason, MI. The day will begin with check-in and range balls at 8:00 a.m. We will have a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start. You’ll get lunch at the turn. All golfers will meet at the...
Lovelady Gets Wholesale Employee of the Year Award at Great Lakes Floral Expo
Lovelady Gets Wholesale Employee of the Year Award at Expo Conseulo Lovelady, Mayesh Wholesale Florist, Romulus, Michigan, has been chosen as the Michigan Floral Association's Wholesale Employee of the Year. The award was presented at the 2017 Great Lakes Floral Expo...
Edward Smith named 2017 Retail Employee of the Year
Edward Smith named 2017 Retail Employee of the Year The Michigan Floral Association presented the Retail Employee of the Year award to Edward Smith, Country Lane Flower Shop, Howell, Michigan. The ceremony took place at the 2017 Great Lakes Floral Expo. After...
Dahlson Honored with Special Recognition Award
Dahlson Honored with Special Recognition Award The Michigan Floral Association has honored Patrick Dahlson, CEO of Mayesh Wholesale, with its 2017 Special Recognition award. The award, presented to an individual or company that has shown exemplary dedication to the...
Jason Rudicil named Young Person of the Year
Jason Rudicil named Young Person of the Year Jason Rudicil is the Michigan Floral Association's Young Person of the Year. He was honored at the 2017 Great Lakes Floral Expo in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Rudicil, who works at Eastern Floral in Grand Rapids, Michigan,...