2024 Symposium “Emerge”

2024 “Emerge” Time to Register
July 2-6, 2024 | Orlando, Florida

What Can You Expect at Emerge?

Registration Brochure and Program Information

We are so excited for such a dynamic and enriching program loaded with so many options to educate, inspire, and thrill every attendee. Please click on the PDF links below to check out the full, comprehensive program and registration information.

In English: English Reg brochure PDF
En Español: Spanish Reg brochure PDF

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What Does It Costs to Attend Emerge?

With a program so robust in offerings, the cost of registration is truly a bargain!  There are options to consider including registration rates that include educational programs alone, with gala dinner tickets, or even access to special and engaging hands-on workshops. Included in all registration are: Main Stage programs, the Industry Showcase, networking and social opportunities, and so much more.  Please see the pricing options below to get an idea of how you can best structure your Emerge experience. Further information and details are also included in the Registration brochure and on the paper registration form below.

PFDE Registration
The registration link includes the opportunity for all different attendee options including PFDE registration. Simply complete the page that includes your contact and address information and on the next page will include the registration option you might have your best Symposium experience.

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Registration Fees

	Premium Registration		General Registration
Register before May 15	AIFD/CFD Member $949	Nonmember $1,019	AIFD/CFD Member $749	Nonmember $799
Register after May 15/Onsite	AIFD/CFD Member $999	Nonmember $1,069	AIFD/CFD Member $799	Nonmember $869
Ambassador Registration | $479 – Includes Leadership Celebration – limited to 45 people. Application and prior approval necessary.
Additional fees apply fore Workshops/Special Lectures – View registration form for additional details.

Registration form PDF

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Ready to Emerge…. Registration online is simple!

So, you’ve taken a look at the brochure, you’re already excited and ready to be inspired, simply click the button below to start your registration process. Hurry up and register today as Early bird pricing ends on May 15 and prices will rise after that!

If you would prefer to submit your registration by mail, please click here to print out the Registration form and mail form and payment to:

AIFD
3620 American River Dr., Ste 230
Sacramento, CA 95864

All mail registrations need to be received no later than June 1, 2024!

For all registrations, we are excited to be launching a new system this year. You will be receiving a registration confirmation email which will include a personalized bar code. When you arrive in Orlando (while registration is open) you can simply visit our desk, scan your confirmation and your badge and information will print out in real time! 

Welcome to “Emerge” the 2024 AIFD National Symposium!

More than just an ordinary flower show, the AIFD® National Symposium is the floral industry’s premiere floral design education event. Emerge 2024 is destined to be a gathering of design talent from all points of the globe. With it’s exciting and engaging lineup of programs and presenters, Emerge, is sure to be the most breathtaking display of outstanding world class floral artists you can find under one roof.

The Symposium will feature 10 dynamic Main Stage educational programs, each unique and presented by leading floral educators from around the world. Emerge also offers several Hands-On workshops that you can add to your educational experience. Workshops vary and do have limited seating so be sure to register early.

Attendees will find many value-added educational opportunities such as lectures from favorite industry professionals, trend setting product displays, and the popular Industry Showcase where attendees are introduced to new merchandise and can network with a variety of floral suppliers and growers. Additionally, coming together as a community of floral designers allows attendees to connect with colleagues and friends, build stronger relationships, and support each other as we as continue to develop professionally and personally. Emerge stands to provide attendees with rich and robust experiences in programs, connections, and so much more.

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What’s New This Year?

This year, we have something that we’re bringing back to enhance your Symposium experience…The informative and inspiring AIFD Symposium Educational Book!  For only $50, you can access great information, detailed descriptions, sketches, inspiration, etc. by securing one of these limited print Education Books.  Please select the book when registering online to make sure that you can pick your copy up when you get to Orlando!

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Where Should I Stay?

As always, AIFD works hard to ensure wonderful accommodations and easy access to the dynamic Symposium programs and activities and Emerge is no different! This year, we are excited to be holding the Symposium at the beautiful…

Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek Resort in Orlando, Florida
With a very special AIFD room rate of only $199/night for single/double occupancy, plus tax and resort fee

The hotel is located on the Disney World property at
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane
Orlando, FL 32821
T: 407.597.3600
To access the AIFD contract rate and secure your room today.
Booking: https://book.passkey.com/go/AIFD2024
Room block Deadline: June 7, 2024

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What Other Fun Can I Plan On For Emerge?

Orlando, Florida is such an incredible destination and has so much to offer visitors. To enhance your experience and stay in Florida, our friends at Visit Orlando have created a special webpage just for AIFD Symposium attendees which us full of discounts, travel information to help you plan your trip, and special details about Orlando’s welcoming and inclusive environment.

To find out more about Orlando and ways that you can show your attendee badge and save, please click here

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Help Us Share the Emerge Excitement!

As we all get ready to come together and celebrate our community at Emerge, we want your help! Once you have registered, please hop on over and share your excitement on Instagram and Facebook…please just make sure to tag us. Here’s all the details:

Instagram: @AIFD_official
Facebook: @AIFD.CFD
Use these hashtags: #AIFD2024EMERGE #AIFDorlando2024 #emergetogether #proudtobeAIFD

Please be on the lookout in your email and on social media for news and more information to come to make this year’s event and experience even more amazing. We look forward to seeing you at Emerge in Orlando!