The Society of American Florists' 138th Annual Convention brought together over 470 floral professionals from 42 states and five countries from September 6 to 9, 2023.
On September 9, the annual Stars of the Industry Awards Recognition honored those who have made an indelible mark on the industry, as well as the winners of the Outstanding Varieties and Sylvia Cup Competitions.
A press release and additional details on each of the 2023 Stars of the Industry award honorees are available via the links below. View all releases here.
- Floriculture Hall of Fame Inductee: Dr. Terril Nell, AAF
- Alex Laurie Award Winner: Kimberly Williams, Ph.D.
- Gold Medal Award Winner: Deliflor Americas
- Paul Ecke Jr. Award Winner: Mike Black
- Tommy Bright Award Winner: Tim Farrell, AAF, AIFD, CFD, PFCI
- Next Gen Rising Star Award Winner: Nicole Palazzo, AAF
- Sylvia Cup Competition Winner: Michael Smith, AAF, AIFD, CFD, FDI, FSMD, PFCI
- Marketer of the Year Award Winner: CalFlowers
- Outstanding Varieties Winners
- American Academy of Floriculture (AAF) & Professional Floral Communicators – International (PFCI) Inductees
Below is an impression of the event. For all photos from the event, click here.
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