by Rod Crittenden | Dec 11, 2017 | Professional Tips
What’s the Michigan Floral Association (MFA) all about? Have you ever wondered what the MFA does besides send a dues invoice out once a year? It’s a valid question. When you support an organization, you have the right to know how your dues are being spent and what...
by Rod Crittenden | Dec 2, 2017 | Professional Tips
Unless you are a super early shopper most prefer not to think about Christmas in the middle of summer… or you are associated with a business or company where July marks the month to begin planning for a successful holiday season. At Hiawatha Evergreens, Christmas...
by Rod Crittenden | Nov 8, 2017 | Professional Tips
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...
by Rod Crittenden | Nov 1, 2017 | Professional Tips
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...
by Rod Crittenden | Oct 26, 2017 | Professional Tips
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...
by Rod Crittenden | Sep 21, 2017 | Marketing, Social Media, Sweetest Day
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...
by Rod Crittenden | Jun 15, 2017 | MFA Events
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...
by Rod Crittenden | May 4, 2017 | Annual Awards, 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...
by Rod Crittenden | Apr 28, 2017 | Annual Awards, Great Lakes Floral Expo
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...
by Rod Crittenden | Apr 27, 2017 | Annual Awards, Great Lakes Floral Expo
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,...
