Southwest Chapter

I am honored to serve as the incoming President of the SouthWest region for the third time as a member of our region. I believe in AIFD and its missions and for the continued growth of our industry and those in the floral Industry, this year is especially special as we mark the 60^ThAnniversary of our organization and to celebrate the milestone. The organization began in our region and for those with a vision it was a mission. Since my induction in 1984 I have remained active my whole membership and still strive with passion for our organization. I was asked to be president to add my passion to our board.

I believe the plans we have scheduled will meet those goals and continue to educate and share our talents with our industry. We will kick off the year on September 15, 2024, at the home showroom of the incredible Mark Roberts Imports where we will show creations and beautiful products in a day long program and luncheon. The Talents of Rene Van Rems and special appearance by Rocky Pollitz and with his stylist and team of Mark Roberts. Do not miss this exciting Day.

In October we will travel to Phoenix on October 22, 2024, To Arizona Flower Market for a Fall Design Show with the talents of Joyce Monheim, Brett Leech and more surprises. It will be another spectacular day.

In March on March 16, 2025, will find us in Las Vegas a day long design show under the direction of Kenny Snauwert AIFD showing a day of designers and their talents so mark your calendars.

We are also planning a Members Brunch in May to commemorate the 60^th anniversary of AIFD.

And lastly the region will host in Palm Spring the National convention which will be spectacular and a must attend under the direction of Lori Novak.

As you can see, we have a busy and exciting year planned in our region and we look forward to sharing more in the future.

I am pleased to be your president this coming year.

Derrick Vasquez AIFD