Great Lakes Floral Association

ANNUAL GOLF OUTING IS ON!!
2020-08-05 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit) | Eldorado Golf Course, 3750 W. Howell Rd, Mason, MI, 48854, United States
The 2020 GLFA golf outing will be held Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at Eldorado Golf Course in Mason, MI. The day will begin with check-in and range balls at 9:00 a.m. We will have a 10:00 a.m. shotgun start. You’ll get lunch at the turn. All golfers will meet at the clubhouse following the round for an awards ceremony. The event is a 4-person scramble format. All players will receive prizes; so don’t worry about your score or skill level. This is a day of fun and networking!
Please complete 2020 GLFA Golf Outing Reg Form and return to the MFA office no later than Friday, July 31, 2020 to register for this event.

GLFA Regional Meeting - A Covid-Conscious Christmas
2020-10-28 18:00
Great Lakes Floral Association Virtual Regional Meeting
Wednesday, October 28, 20206:00pm EST via ZOOM
This meeting is FREE to all floral industry professionals
Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!
“A Covid-Conscious Christmas”
Presented by: Derek Woodruff AAF, AIFD, CF, PFCI
Maximize your seasonal sales by extending your holiday open house and utilizing experiential retail sales tacticsto create a safe and physically distant experience for your customers. In this demonstrative virtual program,you’ll learn about how a new turn-key, Botanical Bar installation can be “holiday-ized” to capitalize on consumerscraving personalized gifts for party hosts, teachers, co-workers – or even those wanting a fun activity to do forthemselves.
You will also learn how to host an engaging holiday workshop for customers looking for an interactive companyHoliday party experience OR how you can offer NEW virtual workshops for sale with minimal effort andmaximum return.
About Derek Woodruff AAF AIFD CFD CF PFCI : Derek joined the floral industry at the age of 16 where he began learning floral design in vocational school and working for a local florist. Since then, he as continued to study the trade through institutes such as Michigan State University, the Great Lakes Floral Association (GLFA), and the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD). In 2008 he launched his own business, Floral Underground. Derek is a captivating speaker who specializes in “today’s consumer” connecting and engaging them through different types of media including demonstrations, subscription services and hands-on workshops with both plants and flowers. In addition to being an educator, Derek is considered a “National Floral Design Champion” spending many years polishing the practice of live floral design competition. This love of competition has won him numerous awards in the industry, including the GLFA’s Chuck Bannow Award and Designer of the Year (twice), AIFD’s Bobbi Cup (Thrice), Chicago’s Best in Blooms Competition, second runner-up on a national television floral design competition reality show called: “The Arrangement”, is the 2016 Sylvia Cup Design Competition Champion and was the runner-up in the 2018 FTD America’s Cup Competition.

Wear your Halloween costume to the Zoom meeting and WIN!We’ll have prizes sponsored by Syndicate Sales for the best costumes!

Register in advance for this FREE meeting here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMoce-ppjsuGdZF7U6JhU5gChYdL
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining themeeting.
Thank you to our event sponsor: Syndicate Sales

Steps to Certification
2021-01-06 10:00 - 16:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
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GLFA Education Center PresentsSteps to Certification

WHEN: Wednesday, January 6, 2021WHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – Haslett, MITOPIC: Steps to Certification• Do’s & Don’ts for Testing• Methods & Mechanics for Hands-On• Insight & Answers

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Ching AIFD, CF

Cindy guides those who plan on becoming a Certified Florist. Tips on how to prepare for both the written and designportions of the test. Students will spend part of the day reviewing the written test and then work in the design roomlearning what is needed to pass the exam. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what it takes to pass theprestigious CF exam.The class will run from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm with a break for lunch on your own.

Bring your own tools; (pruners, knife, wire cutters, and scissors)

COST: $149.00 member $199.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

Steps to Certification
2021-06-09 10:00 - 16:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

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GLFA Education Center PresentsSteps to Certification

WHEN: Wednesday, October 13, 2021WHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – Haslett, MITOPIC: Steps to Certification

• Do’s & Don’ts for Testing• Methods & Mechanics for Hands On• Insight & Answers

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Ching AIFD, CF

Cindy guides those who plan on becoming a Certified Florist. Tips on how to prepare for both the written and design portions of the test. Students will spend part of the day reviewing the written test and then work in the design room learning what is needed to pass the exam. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what it takes to pass the prestigious CF exam.

The class will run from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm with a break for lunch. Lunch is on your own.Bring your own tools; ( pruners, knife, wire cutters, and scissors)

COST: $149.00 member $199.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)

REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

Class enrollment limited to 6

15th ANNUAL GLFA GOLF OUTING!
2021-08-04 09:00 - 16:00 | Eldorado Golf Course, 3750 W. Howell Rd, Mason, MI, 48854, United States
GLFA Annual Golf Outing Registration Information

The 2021 GLFA golf outing will be held Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at Eldorado Golf Course in Mason, MI. The day willbegin with check-in and range balls at 9:00 a.m. We will have a 10:00 a.m. shotgun start. You’ll get lunch at the turn. Allgolfers will meet at the clubhouse following the round for an awards ceremony. The event is a 4-person scramble format. Allplayers will receive prizes; so don’t worry about your score or skill level. This is a day of fun and networking!

Please download and complete the 2021 GLFA Golf Outing Reg Form Here and return to the MFA office no later than Friday, July 30, 2021 to register for this event. *Or, Click Here to Register Online for this Event

Golfer Entry Fees:$80.00 per golfer or $300.00 per (1) four-person team(Includes 18 holes golf, cart, lunch, game holes & prizes per golfer)

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2021 Hall of Fame Induction Dinner
2021-10-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Treetops Resort, 3962 Wilkinson Rd, Gaylord, MI, 49735, United States
The Great Lakes Floral Foundation Requests your Presence at the

2021 Hall of Fame Induction Dinner honoring

Ms. Jackie Burrell, AIFD, CF

into the Great Lakes Floral Foundation Hall of Fame on Monday, October 11, 2021 at

Treetops Resort | 3962 Wilkinson Rd |Gaylord, MI. 49735

$100 per person

Overnight rooms available at the special rate of $119++ single/$129++ doubleCall (855) 261-8764 and mention GLFF.All Guests encouraged to wear Flamingo PINK

For further details, to sponsor a table and RSVP, please call Rod at (517) 575-0110

The Great Lakes Floral Foundation respects the rights of all individuals and encourages each to protect themselves at a level they are comfortable with.Tables of four will be available for those wishing to social distance. Please call the office at (517) 575-0110 if you would like to reserve a seat at a table of four.

About Jackie

Just five years after starting in the floral industry, Jackie Burrell opened Flowers From Sky’s the Limit, which she has run now for 41 years. A big believer in community involvement, Jackie has been an Athena Award winner, Jaycee and Business Women’s group member, Tribute Award winner from the Women’s Resource Center and Chamber of Commerce board member. Jackie was also integral in working with a Girl Scout troop in 2008 to start Flowers for Friends, a program utilizing repurposed flowers, which are delivered to those who could “use a smile”. Jackie continues to work with volunteers running the program out of her shop, to date they have delivered over 64,000 arrangements throughout the area. Jackie is a prime example of the saying, “If you want something done, ask the busiest person you know” as is shown with her work in running the design room at the Great Lakes Floral & Event Expo, assisting with keeping the Certified Florist program updated, and her service on the GLFA Board of Directors and several committees for AIFD. She feels continuing education is extremely important and goes hand-in-hand with her desire to give a “stem-up” and mentor up-and-coming florists. She has taught classes at GLFEE and the GLFA Professional Education Center and different wholesalers. Her commitment to quality workmanship, her business and the floral industry have been acknowledged with multiple awards from the Great Lakes Floral Association, induction into AIFD. Jackie was one of only four Michigan florists invited through SAF to work on the presidential inauguration in 2008. She is dedicated to the floral industry and is always willing to help out others florists when she can.

Steps to Certification
2022-01-05 10:00 - 16:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
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GLFA Education Center PresentsSteps to Certification

WHEN: Wednesday, January 5, 2022WHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – Haslett, MITOPIC: Steps to Certification

• Do’s & Don’ts for Testing• Methods & Mechanics for Hands On• Insight & Answers

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Ching AIFD, CF

Cindy guides those who plan on becoming a Certified Florist. Tips on how to prepare for both the written and design portions of the test. Students will spend part of the day reviewing the written test and then work in the design room learning what is needed to pass the exam. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what it takes to pass the prestigious CF exam.

Class will run from 10:00am – 4:00pm with a break for lunch on your own.

Bring your own tools; (pruners, knife, wire cutters, and scissors)

COST: $149.00 member $199.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)

REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

Class enrollment limited to 6

Steps to Certification
2022-06-08 10:00 - 16:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center PresentsSteps to Certification

WHEN: Wednesday, June 8, 2022WHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – Haslett, MITOPIC: Steps to Certification

• Do’s & Don’ts for Testing• Methods & Mechanics for Hands On• Insight & Answers

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Ching AIFD, CF

Cindy guides those who plan on becoming a Certified Florist. Tips on how to prepare for both the written and design portions of the test. Students will spend part of the day reviewing the written test and then work in the design room learning what is needed to pass the exam. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what it takes to pass the prestigious C

Class will run from 10:00am – 4:00pm with a break for lunch on your own.

Bring your own tools; (pruners, knife, wire cutters, and scissors)

COST: $149.00 member $199.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)

REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

Class enrollment limited to 6

Visual Merchandising & Display!
2022-07-17 08:30 - 17:00 | Monarch Garden & Floral, 317 East Mitchell St., Petoskey, Michigan, 49770, United States
Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

Visual Merchandising & Display!

Instructor: William SantosMember $125.00; Non-Member $200.00 (Includes Refreshments and Materials)WHEN: July 17, 2022 (Sunday) 8:30am to 5pmWHERE: Monarch Garden & Floral 317 East Mitchell St. Petoskey, Michigan 49770

If you your shop needs a little sprucing up or a total re-do this is the class for you. Learn the basics of Visual Merchandising. Optimize the presentation of your products. Showcase the services you offer. Make your store an experience your customers will love. The purpose of this class is to give you the tools to attract, engage, and motivate the customer towards making a purchase.

Let your store do the selling for you!

8:30am – 9:00am Coffee and social time

9:00am – 10:30am Basics of Visual Merchandising

10:30am – 12:00pm Setting the mood and creating an experience

12:00pm – 1:00 pm Lunch

1:00pm – 2:00pm Functional Workspace

2:00pm – 3:00pm Display to Impress

3:00pm – 3:15pm Coffee Break

3:15pm – 4:15pm Sources and tips to make it happen

4:15pm – 5:00pm Open Discussion and Q&A

COST: $125.00 member $200.00 non-member (Includes Refreshments and Materials)Class enrollment is limited to 15REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: William Santos, Interior Designer, Florist and Event Designer at Monarch Garden & Floral. He has 25 years of experience in the retail and floral industry. Have work for large retail corporations and small shops in the United States and Puerto Rico. Also have been co-owner and lead designer at Monarch for 14 years.

Introduction to Floral Design
2022-08-01 09:00 - 2022-08-05 17:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
SOLD OUT!

Professional Development

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GLFA Education Center PresentsIntroduction to Floral Design

Instructor: Cindy Ching, AIFD,CFMember $1,250; Non-Member $1,500 (Includes all flowers/supplies, fees are non-refundable)WHEN: August 1-5, 2022 (Monday – Friday) 9am to 5pmWHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – 1152 Haslett Rd., Haslett, MI 48840

This comprehensive course will introduce beginning students to the exciting field of floral design. Principles and elements of design, proper mechanics of construction, care and handling of fresh materials and use of color are the focal points. For those desiring to become a Certified Florist, this class is a great first step.

Time will be divided between lecture and hands-on design. All materials are included in the course fee and students will have a completed design to take home each day. Topics include: vase arrangements, symmetrical triangles, asymmetrical triangles, and horizontal centerpieces, round designs, hand-tied bouquets, corsages, and boutonnieres.

The limited course enrollment of 6 will ensure that each student receives personal attention. The class will meet from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day with a 45-minute break for lunch on your own. There is 36 hours of classroom instruction time. Since this is a personal enrichment course there will be no exams.

You must bring your own tools (pruner, scissor, and wire cutter). A floral knife will be provided.

COST: $1250.00 member $1500.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)Class enrollment is limited to 6REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

2022 GLFA Golf Outing!
2022-08-03 09:00 - 19:00 | Forest Acres Golf Course, 3535 Forest Road, Lansing, MI, 48910, United States
The day begins with check-in and range balls at 9:00am. 10:00am is the shotgun start. Lunch is included at the turn. We’ll meet in the clubhouse following the round for an awards ceremony. The event is a 4-person scramble format. All players will receive prizes; so don’t worry about your score or skill level. This is a day of fun and networking!
Golfer Entry Fees:
$90.00 per golfer or $340.00 per (1) four-person team (Includes 18 holes golf, cart, lunch, game holes & prizes per golfer)

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Download the Registration Form here for mail in Registration. Or Register Online below

GLFA Regional Meeting (DWF / Rossford, OH)
2022-09-27 16:00 - 19:00 | DWF Wholesale Florist, 9000 Harmon Pkwy, Rossford,, Ohio, 43460, United States
GLFA Regional Meeting (DWF / Rossford, OH)

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

WHEN: Tuesday, September 27th 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMWHERE: DWF Wholesale Florist9000 Harmon Pkwy, Rossford, OH 43460 (419) 241-7241

Stop in to see the latest in Fall and Christmas ideas from FloraCraft created by Jen Linehan CF, CFD of Beautiful Blooms by Jen in Sylvania, OH! Share some refreshments and visit with Great Lakes Floral Association representatives. The GLFA regional meetings are a great place to discuss what’s working for your business and what’s not. Mark your calendar today and plan to attend!

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GLFA Regional Meeting (Kennicott Brothers / South Bend, IN)
2022-09-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Kennicott Brothers Company, 2620 Foundation Drive, South Bend, IN, 46628, United States
GLFA Regional Meeting (Kennicott Brothers / South Bend, IN)

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

WHEN: Wednesday, September 28th 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMWHERE: Kennicott Brothers Company2620 Foundation Drive, South Bend, IN 46628 (574) 282-2884

Stop in to see the latest in Fall and Christmas ideas from FloraCraft created by Doug Bates AIFD, CF of Designs by Vogt’s in Sturgis, MI! Share some refreshments and visit with Great Lakes Floral Association representatives. The GLFA regional meetings are a great place to discuss what’s working for your business and what’s not. Mark your calendar today and plan to attend!

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GLFA Regional Meeting (Kennicott Brothers / Walker, MI)
2022-10-04 16:00 - 19:00 | Kennicott Brothers Company, 1858 Three Mile Rd, Walker, MI, 49544, United States
GLFA Regional Meeting (Kennicott Brothers / Walker, IN)

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

WHEN: Tuesday, October 4th 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMWHERE: Kennicott Brothers Company1858 Three Mile Rd. NW, Walker, MI 49544 (616) 785-9500

Stop in to see the latest in Fall and Christmas ideas from FloraCraft created by Skeeter Parkhouse of Wasserman’s Flowers & Gifts in Muskegon, MI! Share some refreshments and visit with Great Lakes Floral Association representatives. The GLFA regional meetings are a great place to discuss what’s working for your business and what’s not. Mark your calendar today and plan to attend!

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2022 GLFF Hall of Fame Dinner
2022-10-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, 219 S. Harrison Rd., East Lansing, Michigan, 48824, United States
On the evening of Tuesday, October 11th, we will gather to honor three of our industries finest with induction into the Great Lakes Floral Foundation Hall of Fame.

Mr. Jim Wilson – Jim Wilson & Assoc.

Mr. Brent Mains – Mains Importing

Mr. Jim Schmidt – Hyacinth House

This special event will be held at The Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center on the campus of Michigan State University in E. Lansing, Michigan.

The evenings festivities will begin at 6pm with a reception, dinner will follow at 7pm followed immediately with the Hall of Fame inductions. We sincerely hope you will be able to join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of these three men with family, friends, and industry leaders.

All three are no stranger to the floral industry or the membership of the Great Lakes Floral Association. Each has faithfully been a member of our Association, exhibiting at the annual conventions, and calling on flower shops in the Great Lakes region for over 50 years. They are known for their outstanding service, high quality products, work ethic, and positive attitudes.

Overnight rooms available at the special rate of 135++ single queen, double queen, or king. Call (517) 432-4000 or online at https://kelloggcenter.com/rooms use group code: 2210GREATL

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Thank you to our Title Sponsor: Norman Smith Enterprises

Thank you to Platinum Sponsor: Teleflora

Thank you to Hyacinth House for providing the event decor

Steps to Certification
2022-10-12 10:00 - 16:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

Steps to Certification

WHEN: Wednesday, October 12, 2022WHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – Haslett, MITOPIC: Steps to Certification

• Do’s & Don’ts for Testing• Methods & Mechanics for Hands On• Insight & Answers

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Ching AIFD, CF

Cindy guides those who plan on becoming a Certified Florist. Tips on how to prepare for both the written and design portions of the test. Students will spend part of the day reviewing the written test and then work in the design room learning what is needed to pass the exam. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what it takes to pass the prestigious CF exam.

Class will run from 10:00am – 4:00pm with a break for lunch on your own.

Bring your own tools; (pruners, knife, wire cutters, and scissors)

COST: $149.00 member $199.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)

Class enrollment limited to 6

REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

*You Must add a quantity amount Prior to clicking Get Tickets

GLFA Regional Meeting (Rokay Floral / Novi, MI)
2022-10-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Rokay Floral, 40100 Grand River Suite D, Novi, MI, 48375, United States
GLFA Regional Meeting (Rokay Floral / Novi, MI)

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

WHEN: Tuesday, October 18th 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMWHERE: Rokay Floral40100 Grand River Suite D, Novi, MI 48375 (734) 416-1300

Stop in to see the latest in Fall and Christmas ideas from FloraCraft created by Designer Edward Smith of Country Lane Flowers in Howell, MI! Share some refreshments and visit with Great Lakes Floral Association representatives. The GLFA regional meetings are a great place to discuss what’s working for your business and what’s not. Mark your calendar today and plan to attend!

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GLFA Regional Meeting (Mayesh Wholesale / Romulus, MI)
2022-10-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Mayesh Wholesale, 35935 Ecorse Rd, Romulus, MI, 48174, United States
GLFA Regional Meeting (Mayesh Wholesale / Romulus, MI)

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

WHEN: Wednesday, October 19th 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMWHERE: Mayesh Michigan 35935 Ecorse Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 728-6570

Stop in to see the latest in Fall and Christmas ideas from FloraCraft created by Deana Gress CF of Norton’s Flowers & Gifts, Ypsilanti, MI! Share some refreshments and visit with Great Lakes Floral Association representatives. The GLFA regional meetings are a great place to discuss what’s working for your business and what’s not. Mark your calendar today and plan to attend!

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Introduction to Floral Design
2023-01-07 09:00 - 2023-01-11 17:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center PresentsIntroduction to Floral Design

Instructor: Cindy Ching, AIFD,CFMember $1,250; Non-Member $1,500 (Includes all flowers/supplies, fees are non-refundable)WHEN: January 7 – 11, 2023 (Sat. – Wed.) 9am to 5pmWHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – 1152 Haslett Rd., Haslett, MI 48840

This comprehensive course will introduce beginning students to the exciting field of floral design. Principles and elements of design, proper mechanics of construction, care and handling of fresh materials and use of color are the focal points. For those desiring to become a Certified Florist, this class is a great first step.

Time will be divided between lecture and hands-on design. All materials are included in the course fee and students will have a completed design to take home each day. Topics include: vase arrangements, symmetrical triangles, asymmetrical triangles, and horizontal centerpieces, round designs, hand-tied bouquets, corsages, and boutonnieres.

The limited course enrollment of 6 will ensure that each student receives personal attention. The class will meet from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day with a 45-minute break for lunch on your own. There is 36 hours of classroom instruction time. Since this is a personal enrichment course there will be no exams.

You must bring your own tools (pruner, scissor, and wire cutter). A floral knife will be provided.

COST: $1250.00 member $1500.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)Class enrollment is limited to 6REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

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Intermediate Floral Design (5-day course)
2023-01-18 09:00 - 2023-01-22 17:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

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GLFA Education Center PresentsIntermediate Floral Design

Instructor: Cindy Ching, AIFD,CFMember $1,500; Non-Member $1,750 (Includes all flowers/supplies, fees are non-refundable)WHEN: January 18 – 22, 2023 (Wed. – Sun.) 9am to 5pmWHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – 1152 Haslett Rd., Haslett, MI 48840

This course builds upon the foundation of the Introduction to Floral design course. The focus will be on theinformation presented in the Certified Florist (CF) Manual with the goal of preparing students to take the CF examination.

Students who do not wish to take the CF exam are still welcome. The CF manual is the text for this course. You may purchase this manual at www.greatlakesfloralassociation.org (Certified Florist tab in drop down under the Education tab) or call (517) 575-0110. The manual is recommended but not required. Allother materials will be included in the registration fee.

Each day you will take home your designs. There are 36 hours of classroom instruction. Since this is a personal enrichment course there will be no exams. Includes all flowers and supplies. Lunch is on your own each day. The limited course enrollment of 6 will ensure that each student receives personal attention.

Bring your own tools (pruner, scissors, wire cutter, needle-nose pliers, and knife).

COST: $1500.00 member $1750.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)Class enrollment is limited to 6REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

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Introduction to Floral Design
2023-04-19 09:00 - 2023-04-23 17:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center PresentsIntroduction to Floral Design

Instructor: Cindy Ching, AIFD,CFMember $1,250; Non-Member $1,500 (Includes all flowers/supplies, fees are non-refundable)WHEN: April 19 – 23, 2023 (Wed. – Sun.) 9am to 5pmWHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – 1152 Haslett Rd., Haslett, MI 48840

This comprehensive course will introduce beginning students to the exciting field of floral design. Principles and elements of design, proper mechanics of construction, care and handling of fresh materials and use of color are the focal points. For those desiring to become a Certified Florist, this class is a great first step.

Time will be divided between lecture and hands-on design. All materials are included in the course fee and students will have a completed design to take home each day. Topics include: vase arrangements, symmetrical triangles, asymmetrical triangles, and horizontal centerpieces, round designs, hand-tied bouquets, corsages, and boutonnieres.

The limited course enrollment of 6 will ensure that each student receives personal attention. The class will meet from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day with a 45-minute break for lunch on your own. There is 36 hours of classroom instruction time. Since this is a personal enrichment course there will be no exams.

You must bring your own tools (pruner, scissor, and wire cutter). A floral knife will be provided.

COST: $1250.00 member $1500.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)Class enrollment is limited to 6REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

*You Must add a quantity amount Prior to clicking Get Tickets

Steps to Certification
2023-06-07 10:00 - 16:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

Steps to Certification

WHEN: Wednesday, June 7, 2023WHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – Haslett, MITOPIC: Steps to Certification

• Do’s & Don’ts for Testing• Methods & Mechanics for Hands On• Insight & Answers

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Ching AIFD, CF

Cindy guides those who plan on becoming a Certified Florist. Tips on how to prepare for both the written and design portions of the test. Students will spend part of the day reviewing the written test and then work in the design room learning what is needed to pass the exam. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of what it takes to pass the prestigious CF exam.

Class will run from 10:00am – 4:00pm with a break for lunch on your own.

Bring your own tools; (pruners, knife, wire cutters, and scissors)

COST: $149.00 member $199.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)

Class enrollment limited to 6

REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

*You Must add a quantity amount Prior to clicking Get Tickets

17th Annual 2023 GLFA Golf Outing
2023-07-26 09:00 | Forest Acres Golf Course, 3535 Forest Road, Lansing, MI, 48910, United States
We are excited to be playing Forest Akers West, the B1G championship course at Michigan State University. Check-in and range balls at 9:00am, shotgun start at 10am. Lunch included at the turn. We’ll meet in the clubhouse following the round for an awards ceremony. This event is a 4-person scramble. All players will receive prizes; so don’t worry about your score or skill level. This is a day of fun and networking in the fresh air with flower friends in a beautiful setting!

$95.00 individual golfer (Includes 18 holes golf, cart, lunch, game holes & prizes for golfer)

$360.00 foursome team (Includes 18 holes golf, cart, lunch, game holes & prizes for each golfer)

GLFA Annual Golf Outing Sponsorship Opportunities Available! Call Rod at (517) 575-0110 or email rod@greatlakesfloralassociation.org for details

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Open House / Hands on Workshop
2023-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Kennicott Brothers Co., 3945 Industrial Blvd, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46254, United States
*This class has been sold out (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

“Expand Your Designs with Techniques”

a Hands – On Workshop/Open House

Don’t miss this chance to learn, network and share experience with industry peers! This event is open to all industry members. The hands-on workshop is available to the first 30 people who register. Cost to participate in the workshop is $50 for GLFA members and $80 for non-members. Everyone is welcome to watch the workshop. A light meal will be provided for all attendees

In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to create profitable designs using different techniques with the same combination of flowers. Techniques shown in this class will include, armature, grouping, hand tying, pave, and framing. You will create an armature design that you will get to take home.

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6:00 – 6:30 (workshop check in, networking, shopping)

6:30 – 7:30 (workshop, shopping)

7:30 – 8:00 (networking, shopping, wrap up)

COST: $50.00 member $80.00 non-member (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)Class enrollment is limited to 30REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

About the Instructor: Loann Burke, AIFD, AAF, PFCI, is an award-winning floral designer and event specialist with Furst Florist in Dayton, Ohio with over 35 years in the floral industry. A highly sought after speaker and designer, she shares her passion for flowers through inspirational design seminars, product demonstrations, and hands-on workshops around the globe. Loann won the grand prize in the Sylvia Cup Design Competition, represented the United States in the World Floral Competition in France, and currently serves as Design Director for Smithers-Oasis. Loann holds a bachelor’s degree in horticulture from Purdue University, and a master’s degree in marketing from Wright State University

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Intermediate Floral Design
2023-08-26 08:00 - 2023-08-30 17:00 | GLFA Education Center, 1152 Haslett Road, Haslett, MI, 48840, United States
Professional Development

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center PresentsIntermediate Floral Design

Instructor: Cindy Ching, AIFD,CFMember $1,500; Non-Member $1,750 (Includes all flowers/supplies, fees are non-refundable)WHEN: August 26 – 30, 2023 (Sat. – Wed.) 9am to 5pmWHERE: GLFA Professional Education Center – 1152 Haslett Rd., Haslett, MI 48840

This course builds upon the foundation of the Introduction to Floral design course. The focus will be on theinformation presented in the Certified Florist (CF) Manual with the goal of preparing students to take the CF examination.

Students who do not wish to take the CF exam are still welcome. The CF manual is the text for this course. You may purchase this manual at www.greatlakesfloralassociation.org (Certified Florist tab in drop down under the Education tab) or call (517) 575-0110. The manual is recommended but not required. Allother materials will be included in the registration fee.

Each day you will take home your designs. There are 36 hours of classroom instruction. Since this is a personal enrichment course there will be no exams. Includes all flowers and supplies. Lunch is on your own each day. The limited course enrollment of 6 will ensure that each student receives personal attention.

Bring your own tools (pruner, scissors, wire cutter, needle-nose pliers, and knife).

COST: $1500.00 member $1750.00 non-member (Includes all flowers/supplies)Class enrollment is limited to 6REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

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Open House / Hands on Workshop
2023-08-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Kennicott South Bend, 2620 Foundation Dr,, South Bend, Indiana, 46628, United States
*This class has been sold out (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)

Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

“Expand Your Designs with Techniques!“

a Hands – On Workshop/Open House

Don’t miss this chance to learn, network and share experience with industry peers! This event is open to all industry members. The hands-on workshop is available to the first 20 people who register. Cost to participate in the workshop is $50 for GLFA members and $80 for non-members. Everyone is welcome to watch the workshop. A light meal will be provided for all attendees

In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to create profitable designs using different techniques with the same combination of flowers. Techniques shown in this class will include, armature, grouping, hand tying, pave, and framing. You will create an armature design that you will get to take home.

/technique/ Techniques are used to create a floral design composition; they are the skill sets required to complete an artistic work.

6:00 – 6:30 (workshop check in, networking, shopping)

6:30 – 7:30 (workshop, shopping)

7:30 – 8:00 (networking, shopping, wrap up)

COST: $50.00 member $80.00 non-member (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)Class enrollment is limited to 20REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

Instructed by Daniel Stober CF

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Open House / Hands on Workshop
2023-08-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Kennicott Bros. Co., 1331 Troy St., Dayton, OH, 45404, United States
Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

“Expand Your Designs with Techniques”

a Hands – On Workshop/Open House

Don’t miss this chance to learn, network and share experience with industry peers! This event is open to all industry members. The hands-on workshop is available to the first 20 people who register. Cost to participate in the workshop is $50 for GLFA members and $80 for non-members. Everyone is welcome to watch the workshop. A light meal will be provided for all attendees

In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to create profitable designs using different techniques with the same combination of flowers. Techniques shown in this class will include, armature, grouping, hand tying, pave, and framing. You will create an armature design that you will get to take home.

/technique/ Techniques are used to create a floral design composition; they are the skill sets required to complete an artistic work.

6:00 – 6:30 (workshop check in, networking, shopping)

6:30 – 7:30 (workshop, shopping)

7:30 – 8:00 (networking, shopping, wrap up)

COST: $50.00 member $80.00 non-member (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)Class enrollment is limited to 20REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

About the Instructor: Loann Burke, AIFD, AAF, PFCI, is an award-winning floral designer and event specialist with Furst Florist in Dayton, Ohio with over 35 years in the floral industry. A highly sought after speaker and designer, she shares her passion for flowers through inspirational design seminars, product demonstrations, and hands-on workshops around the globe. Loann won the grand prize in the Sylvia Cup Design Competition, represented the United States in the World Floral Competition in France, and currently serves as Design Director for Smithers-Oasis. Loann holds a bachelor’s degree in horticulture from Purdue University, and a master’s degree in marketing from Wright State University

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Open House / Hands on Workshop
2023-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Kennicott Brothers Co. Warren, 25300 Guenther, Warren, Michigan, 48091, United States
Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

“Expand Your Designs with Techniques”

a Hands – On Workshop/Open House

Don’t miss this chance to learn, network and share experience with industry peers! This event is open to all industry members. The hands-on workshop is available to the first 20 people who register. Cost to participate in the workshop is $50 for GLFA members and $80 for non-members. Everyone is welcome to watch the workshop. A light meal will be provided for all attendees

In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to create profitable designs using different techniques with the same combination of flowers. Techniques shown in this class will include, armature, grouping, hand tying, pave, and framing. You will create an armature design that you will get to take home.

/technique/ Techniques are used to create a floral design composition; they are the skill sets required to complete an artistic work.

6:00 – 6:30 (workshop check in, networking, shopping)

6:30 – 7:30 (workshop, shopping)

7:30 – 8:00 (networking, shopping, wrap up)

COST: $50.00 member $80.00 non-member (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)Class enrollment is limited to 20REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

About the Instructor: Robbin Yelverton AAF, AIFD, CF, PFCI is a retail floral shop owner as well as a professional floral designer/educator with 30+ years in the floriculture industry. His wide experience as educator, designer, commentator, and shop owner is evident in his informative and exciting presentations. Robbin holds a Master’s of Science degree in Ornamental Horticulture and has taught Horticulture, Floral Designs and Interior Plant Maintenance at the secondary and college level. As an award-winning designer, Robbin has presented educational programs before the American Institute of Floral Designers National Symposium, regional and state floral associations as well as wholesale and retail audiences. He is a former Mississippi, Michigan and National Alliance of Floral Associations Designer of the Year. Robbin also served on the floral design teams for the presidential inaugurations of Presidents Bush and Clinton. A former classroom instructor, Robbin’s southern influenced style, sense of humor and down to earth stage presence makes for an entertaining and educational program. His expertise in the sales, marketing and design of wedding, sympathy, holiday and everyday designs provide a diverse range of presentation subjects. As Co-Owner and Vice President of Blumz… by JRDesigns Floral & Event Professionals, a well-respected and award-winning floral business in metro Detroit, Michigan, Robbin actively uses the social medias of Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and blogging to market his own floral businesses and can provide helpful insight into their uses for the professional floral shop owner. As an editorial contributor to local news media, floral blogs and industry magazines, Robbin is a frequent source for “in-the-trenches” floral businesses information. He is known for “telling it like it is” from the standpoint of a business owner and survivor of the economic downturn. A versatile designer as well as a seasoned educator, Robbin provides a necessary balance in design and business. He and his partner Jerome Raska and their business Blumz… by JRDesigns Floral & Event Professional were selected as the 2016 Retailer of the Year by WF&FSA and Florist Review magazine. Their stores are located in Ferndale and historic Holly, Michigan.

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Open House / Hands on Workshop
2023-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Kennicott Brothers Co. Cleveland, 9550 Granger Rd, Cleveland, OH, 44125, United States
Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

“Expand Your Designs with Techniques”

a Hands – On Workshop/Open House

Don’t miss this chance to learn, network and share experience with industry peers! This event is open to all industry members. The hands-on workshop is available to the first 20 people who register. Cost to participate in the workshop is $50 for GLFA members and $80 for non-members. Everyone is welcome to watch the workshop. A light meal will be provided for all attendees

In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn how to create profitable designs using different techniques with the same combination of flowers. Techniques shown in this class will include, armature, grouping, hand tying, pave, and framing. You will create an armature design that you will get to take home.

/technique/ Techniques are used to create a floral design composition; they are the skill sets required to complete an artistic work.

6:00 – 6:30 (workshop check in, networking, shopping)

6:30 – 7:30 (workshop, shopping)

7:30 – 8:00 (networking, shopping, wrap up)

COST: $50.00 member $80.00 non-member (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)Class enrollment is limited to 20REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

About the Instructor: Frank Feysa AIFD, CFD PFCI Frank has been involved in many facets of the floral industry for many years as a retail shop owner, event designer, educator, and commercial print designer. Frank is Past President of the American Institute of Floral Designers and served as chairman of the 2014 American Institute of Floral Designers National Symposium in Chicago, Illinois. He is currently a Design Director for the Smithers Oasis Company and taught Commercial and Contemporary Floral Design at Ohio State University in Wooster, Ohio. His work has been featured in industry publications and Frank has traveled extensively presenting design programs and hands-on workshops nationally as well as internationally on a wide variety of floral subjects.

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Open House / Hands on Workshop
2023-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Don’s Flowers & Gifts, 217 E Main Ave, Zeeland, MI, 49464, United States
Keeping you at the forefront of the floral industry with Professional Development!

GLFA Education Center Presents

“Upscale Artisan Terraria for Profit!“

a Hands – On Workshop/Open House

Don’t miss this chance to learn, network and share experience with industry peers! This event is open to all industry members. The hands-on workshop is available to the first 20 people who register. Cost to participate in the workshop is $50 for GLFA members and $80 for non-members. Everyone is welcome to watch the workshop. A light meal will be provided for all attendees

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the ins and outs of creating upscale terrariums that can be premade for sale or supplied for workshops of your own. These luxury terrarium types are appropriate for homes, sympathy services, upscale corporate gifts and more! You’ll also learn proper terrarium building skills using appropriate tools and media, and maintenance for long-term success.

6:00 – 6:30 (workshop check in, networking)

6:30 – 7:30 (workshop)

7:30 – 8:00 (networking, wrap up)

COST: $50.00 member $80.00 non-member (All attendees are welcome to watch the workshop)Class enrollment is limited to 20REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON – REFUNDABLE!

About the Instructor: Derek Woodruff AAF, AIFD, CFD, CF, PFCI joined the floral industry at the age of 16 where he began learning floral design in vocational school and working for a local florist. Since then, he as continued to study the trade through institutes such as Michigan State University, the Great Lakes Floral Association (GLFA), and the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD). In 2008 he launched his own business, Floral Underground. Derek is a captivating speaker who specializes in “today’s consumer” connecting and engaging them through different types of media including demonstrations, subscription services and hands-on workshops with both plants and flowers. In addition to being an educator, Derek is considered a “National Floral Design Champion” spending many years polishing the practice of live floral design competition. This love of competition has won him numerous awards in the industry, including the GLFA’s Chuck Bannow Award and Designer of the Year (twice), AIFD’s Bobbi Cup (Thrice), Chicago’s Best in Blooms Competition, second runner-up on a national television floral design competition reality show called: “The Arrangement”, is the 2016 Sylvia Cup Design Competition Champion and was the runner-up in the 2018 FTD America’s Cup Competition.

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