Welcome to Reflection 2025 the AIFD National Symposium

July 12-15, 2025 | Palm Springs

Recap Video

The American Institute of Floral Designers successfully concluded its highly anticipated Reflection Symposium, held from July 12-15, 2025, at the Palm Springs Convention Center and Renaissance Hotel, Palm Springs, CA. This year’s Symposium welcomed 767 registered attendees from 23 countries (from Australia to the United Kingdom) and 43 U.S. states and the District of Columbia – a truly incredible gathering as this year’s event also celebrated the 60^th anniversary of the American Institute of Floral Designers.

The Reflection Symposium featured an array of enriching activities, including 10 Main Stage presentations, numerous hands-on workshops, and engaging lectures. Attendees had the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and be inspired by designers from throughout the United States, Australia, Finland, Germany, The Netherlands, Singapore, and Sweden, all while exchanging ideas and exploring the latest trends and techniques in floral design.c

One of the symposium’s highlights was the annual Induction and Awards Celebration, where the American Institute of Floral Designers welcomed the following individuals into the ranks of accredited AIFD members:

Samantha Barber AIFD, CFD – Ontario, Canada (not able to attend in person)
Kimberly Brannan AIFD, CFD – Missouri, USA
Rhoda Burke AIFD, CFD – Maine, USA
Siu Ting Chan AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Chia-Chen (Lydia) Chang AIFD, CFD – Macau (not able to attend in person)
Bik Yan (Jacqueline) Choy AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Hyerim Go AIFD, CFD – South Korea
John Grayson Henderson AIFD, CFD – Mississippi, USA
Wing Shan (Carmen) Ho AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Victoria Howle AIFD, CFD – Nevada, USA
Xeuting Huang AIFD, CFD – China
Callie Hutson AIFD, CFD – Oklahoma, USA
Christina Ignatius AIFD, CFD – Arizona, USA
Jeungeun Jang AIFD, CFD – South Korea
Karey Kelly AIFD, CFD – Mississippi, USA
Yunkyoung Kim AIFD, CFD – South Korea (not able to attend in person)
Tae Ho Kim AIFD, CFD – South Korea
Michele LaPorte AIFD, CFD – Arizona, USA
Mandy Lau AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
King Fa (Maggie) Law AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Kiabek Lee AIFD, CFD – South Korea (not able to attend in person)
Lina Leung AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Yin Yin Li AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Zi Ling Liang AIFD, CFD – China
Kuachin (Vivian) Liu AIFD, CFD – New Jersey, USA
Pak Yin (Michelle) Lo AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Kin Ka Loo AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong (not able to attend in person)
Yanhua Lu AIFD, CFD – China
Masami MacPhee AIFD, CFD – Washington, USA
Amy McCord AIFD, CFD – Oklahoma, USA
Marie Miyashiro AIFD, CFD – California, USA
Leanne Muenstermann AIFD, CFD – Illinois, USA
Stephanie Navas AIFD, CFD – New York, USA
Eun Sook Noh AIFD, CFD – South Korea
Seunghee Ok AIFD, CFD – South Korea
David Parker AIFD, CFD – Louisiana, USA
Colby Peters AIFD, CFD – Louisiana, USA
Julia Prokhorova AIFD, CFD – Texas, USA
Jennifer Rupnow AIFD, CFD – Indiana, USA
Kailey Russell AIFD, CFD – Missouri, USA
Stephanie Rutherford AIFD, CFD – Michigan, USA
Elisabeth Stover AIFD, CFD – Texas, USA
Rebecca Sullivan AIFD, CFD – Texas, USA
Shuk Man Tong AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Teresa Ka Bik Tsui AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
Faiber Vargas Medina AIFD, CFD – Florida, USA
Tanna Victory AIFD, CFD – Michigan, USA
Yin Kum Wat AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong (not able to attend in person)
Anje Williams AIFD, CFD – Louisiana, USA
Wei Xu AIFD, CFD– China
Renee Younger AIFD, CFD – Maryland, USA
Wah Yuk Yung AIFD, CFD – Hong Kong
QiuYi Zhang AIFD, CFD – China

The AIFD also honored several individuals for their outstanding contributions to the floral design community, celebrating their dedication and positive impact on the industry. These distinguished recipients are as follow:

Tom Bowling AIFD, CFD – Award of Distinguished Service to AIFD
Tina Coker AIFD, CFD – Award of Distinguished Service to AIFD
Melinda Lynch AIFD, CFD – Award of Distinguished Service to the Floral Industry
Laura Dowling – AIFD Award of Merit Industry

The 2025 AIFD Reflection Symposium was a resounding success, fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence in floral design. The AIFD looks forward to continuing its mission to inspire and educate floral designers worldwide. The next AIFD National Symposium “Elevate” will be held July 2-6, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.

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