| Why attend SAF Phoenix 2009?
Here's what attendees have to say.
"...by far the best industry event I've attended for both content and networking."
— David Picard, Tsubaki Flowers, Hudson, N.H. (first time attendee)
"Lots of great, useful topics and information. I was impressed that all size of shops could utilize and benefit from the subject matter...introduced lots of new promo ideas...I will try several of them." — Karen Gantz, Flowers by Pro Sports Club, Bellevue, Wash. (first time attendee)
"GREAT idea-oriented programs with lots of applicable stuff... I am a wholesaler and I've already shared LOTS of the retailer information with our customers...super!" — Tina Rojahn Elsafy, Rojahn & Malaney Co., Milwaukee, Wisc.
"This is my second [convention]...I feel I have made worthwhile business connections." — Linda Zoerb, AAF, La Crosse Floral, La Crosse, Wisc.
"Well organized, good location, great seminars that pertained to key aspects of business. Outstanding Varieties Competition was one of the best of all." — Chad Nelson, Eufloria Flowers, Nipomo, Calif.
"Great programming, great entertainment and nice location. Keep up the good work." — Wanda Weder, Highland Supply Corporation, Highland, Ill.
"The subjects of most need and interest to me were all addressed very thoroughly. The material was all presented in a very professional manner." Faith Middleton, Woodinville, Florist, Woodinville, Wash.
"Nice mix of networking and classes. Diversified attendees." — Ted Robinson, Vissers Florist & Greenhouses, Anaheim, Calif.
"Very useful information...great networking...beautifully organized. Great marketing ideas." — Bob Gordon, Floral Design Studio, San Luis Obispo, Calif.
"Great program! Very beautiful location! Continue the outstanding seminars." — Jim Gobert, Bonnie Brae Flowers, Denver, Colo.
"My husband and I split up to cover as many seminars as possible. I was able to apply [ideas] immediately."
Jane Gobert, Bonnie Brae Flowers, Denver, Colo.
"Very smooth...well planned...lots of variety...plenty to do... [education session] planners kept a pulse on concerns and provided ways to explore answers to relevant questions." — Bob Dyer, Bouquets, Denver, Colo.
"[I] renewed old friendships and made new ones."
Thomas McElroy, Newton Greenhouse, Newton, N.H.
"Lots of learning and lots of fun!" — Tom Hamilton, Beavercreek Florist, Beavercreek, Ohio
"I was surprised by how much fun I had, how much I learned and the new friends I made. The spirit of the convention is excellent. I'm looking forward to next year!" — Barbera Brooks, B. Brooks Fine Flowers, San Francisco, Calif.
"This year's educational programs were some of the best." — Frank Mischler, M ischler's Florist, Williamsville, N.Y.
"Best yet!" — Bob Aykens, Memorial Florists & Greenhouses, Appleton, Wisc.
"Educational seminars were very good. Breakfasts, etc. were entertaining." — June Van Wingerden, Ocean Breeze International, Carpinteria, Calif.
"Well organized, good location, great seminars that pertained to key aspects of business. Outstanding Varieties Competition was one of the best of all." — Chad Nelson, Eufloria Flowers, Nipomo, Calif.
"Lots of good info...great networking and meeting face-to-face with industry leaders." — Jeff Miklos, AIFD, PFCI, 1-800-Flowers.com, Carle Place, N.Y.
"Programming was excellent. The [educational session] discussions show wholesalers the direction the industry is going...[it] helps with strategic planning."— Alan Tanouye, Vans, Inc.
"Lots of thought went into planning this event. I like the emphasis on marketing, business and profits [in the educational sessions.]"— Michael Trogdon, AAF, Burge Flower Shop, Inc., Asheboro, N.C.
"Great energy in the air...a sense of purpose. Kudos to all involved." — Steve Frye, Baisch and Skinner, St. Louis, Mo.
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