Southwest Chapter

Hello to all in SW AIFD from your new President, Marie Gregory. I was inducted in 2018 and have served on the Board since; as a Director and  Secretary, then Vice-President and President-Elect. I live in the San Diego area and have been worked in the floral industry in many different capacities for over 30 years. I am honored to serve as the Southwest President for 2025-2026. Reflections Symposium in Palm Springs was a great event and I was happy to see so many of our members in attendance. I also extend a very warm welcome to our new inductees, we are happy you have joined us officially!

We have a dynamic team as your Board of Directors and some exciting events already in the pre-planning stages. Save the dates for Tempe Blooms on January 24/25, 2026. It is a wonderful weekend filled with fabulous outside floral displays, artists creating mural paintings and musical groups playing all around downtown Tempe. SW AIFD will have an information booth and we will also offer floral workshops to the public as a fundraiser for our Chapter. On center stage, there will be a flower competition and several design presentations as well.

In March 2026, we are working to schedule a Design show and hands-on workshop in Las Vegas. More details and exact dates to follow as available.

I am excited for this coming year. There are plenty of opportunities for everyone. Please reach out if you have any ideas, questions or requests.

Marie Gregory AIFD
MarieGregory5@gmail.com
President, AIFD Southwest Regional Chapter