Montana Florist Association

08/01/2025

Hello MFA members! We hope 2025 is off to a great start and Valentine's Day prep is underway. We are OVER THE MOON excited to announce that AIFD American Institute of Floral Designers has awarded our state association a scholarship opportunity to attend the 2025 AIFD Symposium!! It's happening July 12-15th in Palm Springs, California.

If you've ever wanted to attend and felt it was out of your reach now is the time! Deadline to apply is Tuesday April 1st. We will announce the winner April 15th.

Scholarship Winner will receive….

* 1 Complimentary General registration ($849.00 value). (General registrations include access to main stage programs, a selection of breakout education sessions, the Industry Showcase and Opening Reception. Hands-On Workshops and scheduled dinners may be purchased by the recipient.) A special registration code will be provided to the recipient to register for the Symposium.

* Marketing Collateral for Social media posts.

* Press release for the winner to send to local media and for use on their personal social media, announcing they have won the AIFD® Symposium Inspire & Empower Scholarship.

* Special certificate suitable for framing for presentation to the winner of the Scholarship.

* VIP seating to a main stage program of the Scholarship winner’s choice.

* A VIP welcome arrangement if staying at the host hotel.

The link for all the information and guidelines:
https://1drv.ms/w/c/64cf3ed9dfcca0b3/EflBKPrtW2FIqyK5twVkgpMBR-ZZmCygI0nkmvAbl34H7g?e=RWxCrc

Online form to be submitted:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfznZbsnQR5gvf659gZMolNXj6DqRnl9yz7oeicLSswaKofOQ/viewform?usp=sharing

To read more about the 2025 Symposium click the link below.
https://aifd.org/2025-symposium-reflection/

DO NOT miss out on this opportunity! If you have any questions that that links don't hesitate to reach out to our MFA AIFD Member, Lindsey Peterson by email. [email protected]

25/12/2024

Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all our members near and far! We hope you had a successful holiday season. Looking forward to 2025!

Cheers,
2024-2025 MFA Board

President 🌹Lisa Petritz
Vice President 🌹 Samantha Stoffers
2nd Year Board Member🌹 Lacy Cates
First Year Board Member🌹 Darla Klemann
Industry Professional 🌹Patrick Williams
Past President/Treasurer 🌹 Bev Luedtke
MFA Secretary 🌹Lindsay Irwin
Social Media/AIFD Liaison 🌹Lindsey Peterson, AIFD

28/11/2024

Wishing all our MFA members a Happy Thanksgiving!!

17/10/2024

We’d love your feedback from the 2024 MFA Convention. Please fill out the online survey by October 31st. One lucky person will win their choice of a MFA Sweatshirt or T-shirt. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1diYEkTqPyUQ1wRg-uvRzSYpKvKVeOYYwQkPzP6oCnuQ/edit?ts=67116d55

If you use this link - please comment somewhere in the survey your email. Thank you!!

17/10/2024

We need your input and feedback! If you attended the 2024 MFA convention please fill out the following online survey.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1diYEkTqPyUQ1wRg-uvRzSYpKvKVeOYYwQkPzP6oCnuQ/edit?ts=67116d55

Deadline to send it is October 31 at 8pm. One lucky survey gets their choice of an MFA sweatshirt or MFA t-shirt.

09/10/2024

Scholarship deadline is October 15th!

ICYMI We are excited to share this opportunity with those who have longed to attend an AIFD Symposium but need a little help to do so! This scholarship provides up to $2,500 to cover your Premium Registration, your selection of Hands-on Workshops and Experiences, with the remaining available for approved travel expenses. AIFD celebrates 60 years in 2025 and has an amazing line-up planned in Palm Springs plus the Designs of the Decades Competition! This opportunity is certainly worth a look! Hope to see you there!

https://form.jotform.com/201186574362153

08/10/2024

Our 2025 MFA Convention is set for October 17,18 and 19th at Fairmont Hot Springs. So mark those calendars!

21/09/2024

We are ONE WEEK from the
Montana Florist Association 2024 MFA Convention!!!
Are you ready for a weekend of education, networking and fun? We sure are. The 2024 board has been hustling and bustling to make this weekend a successful one.
🧚🏻‍♀️ hands on classes withPoppy Parsons, AIFD, CFD, EMC
🧚🏻‍♀️ vendor shopping— feeling excited.
🧚🏻‍♀️main stage presentation with Mike Hollenbeck, AIFD, CFD
🧚🏻‍♀️round table learning
🧚🏻‍♀️ design contest
🧚🏻‍♀️ MFA swag for purchase
🧚🏻‍♀️ Wheel of Fortune & bingo fun at the President’s dinner
There is still time to register! Click the link below and hit the drop down or contact our MFA Secretary Lindsay Anne Larson Irwin by phone 406- 542-0309.
Link…..⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://montanafloristsassociation.godaddysites.com/

13/08/2024

Looking forward to having business speaker, Alexis Orozco, FTD Technology Sales Specialist, speak at the 2024 MFA Convention.

Blossoming Online: A Florist’s Guide to E-commerce Success
Presented by:
In todays digital age, having an online presence is essential for florists to thrive and
grow their business. This presentation will guide florists through the fundamentals of e-commerce, from setting up an attractive online store to mastering digital marketing
strategies. Participants will learn how to enhance customer experiences, optimize online
sales, and navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape. Whether you're new to e-commerce or looking to refine your online strategy, this guide will equip you with the
tools and knowledge to bloom in the digital marketplace.

Sponsored by: FTD

To read more about Alexis go to: www.montanafloristassociation.godaddysites.com

11/08/2024

The MFA Board Members have been working hard on this year's "Enchanted Garden" themed Convention....take a look at this year's Agenda (*subject to changes).
You can now Register on our website at https://montanafloristsassociation.godaddysites.com/

Fri. September 27th
11a MFA Board Members meet at Fairmont
11a Pre-convention MFA Board Member meeting
11a-4p Vendor setup complete
4p-5p MFA registration table open
6p-9p Friday night murder mystery with Food and Drinks

Sat. September 28th
7:30a-8:30a Breakfast
8-9a Live! Design Contest
8a-5p MFA Registration Table open
9a-5p Vendor Shops open
9:30a-10:30a 1st Hands On Workshop with Poppy Parsons AIFD, EMC - “ THE POWER OF ONE” sponsored by Smithers Oasis.
11a-12p Business Speaker- Sponsored by FTD
12p-4p Flowers to Wear Table sponsored by Reliant ribbon-
make something Enchanted to wear to the dinner festivities.
12p-1p Lunch with Vendor Presentations
1:15p-2:45p 2nd Hands on Workshop with Poppy Parsons AIFD, EMC
3p-5:30p Shopping with Vendors
3:30p-5:30p Round Table educational session with Poppy, Mike, and other fellow florists- small instructional sessions teaching a multitude of topics...(hand tied bouquets, social media posts,
Elements and Principles of design,...and much more).
This is the perfect opportunity to have
one on one conversations with the presenters and ask any specific questions.
6p-7p Enchanted Garden No Host Cocktail and Mingle time.
7:15p-8:30p President's Dinner –Wheel of Fortune, 50/50 tickets, Gift Giveaways....

Sun. September 29th
7:30a-8:45a Breakfast
8a-3:30p MFA Registration Table open
8a-3:30p Vendor Shops open
8a-9a MFA annual Public meeting with announcements.
All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
9:30a-11:30a Design Show with Mike Hollenbeck, AIFD- "How to keep your Enchanted Garden growing and your Flower Shop flourishing."
11:45a-12:45p Lunch and announcements by incoming MFA President.
Design Contestwinners Announced, 2025 Convention Announced.
1p-2:30p Resume Design Show with Mike Hollenbeck AIFD sponsored by Washington Floral Service.and Northwest AIFD “ This or That”
2:30p-3p Auction off Design Show creations
3p Convention closes

11/08/2024

Book your room now for the 2024 MFA Convention....

Fairmont Hot springs Anaconda, MT
1500 Fairmont Road
Fairmont, Montana 59711 (Between Anaconda and Butte, Montana) https://www.Fairmontmontana.com
406-797-3241 or 1-800-332-3272

*When booking your rooms be sure to request the Montana Florists Association room rate. $179+ fees.
If booking online our group ID is 29709.

*Rooms must be reserved by September 4th to receive the discounted room rate. All rooms come with passes to the hot pools that are open 7am-10pm everyday.

Don't forget to bring your swimsuit!

11/08/2024

You can now purchase 2024 MFA Convention Registration tickets online thru the MFA Website. https://montanafloristsassociation.godaddysites.com/shop/ols/products/mfa-member-full-registration

Registration packets have gone out and Members should be receiving theirs this week. If you haven't, please get a hold of new MFA Secretary Lindsay Anne Larson Irwin at Bitterroot Flower Shop 406.542.0309

Come for the whole weekend of Convention! A Full Registration gets you all meals, Friday Night Meet & Greet, Business Speaker, Shopping with Vendors, Flowers to Wear Hour and the Design Show Sunday. You will need to purchase additional tickets for: LIVE! Design Contest Both Hands On Classes You can....

27/07/2024

23/07/2024

If you would like to become a Member, go to https://montanafloristsassociation.godaddysites.com to download the Member Form.
You can now pay your Membership online as well.

MFA Member's get the Member discount when coming to Convention...if you would like to see Mike and Poppy, please join!

Montana Florists Association