US: WF&FSA conference draws record crowd
The high attendance continues an upward trend. The 2015 conference drew a crowd of 780; the 2014 event had about 750 attendees. Past WF&FSA President Alan Tanouye of Floralife Inc. has attributed the popularity of the event to its location in South Florida (and proximity to many WF&FSA members) and its focus on education and networking time — features that participants prioritize.
In fact, this year’s event, held at the Miami Airport Convention Center, featured networking opportunities, including an Oktoberfest celebration on Wednesday, educational programming, products, 110 table top displays, as well as a Breeders Showcase.
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