Twenty-One Students Awarded AFE Scholarships
The American Floral Endowment (AFE) has awarded 21 students with scholarships totaling $54,500. In this 2021 scholarship cycle, 57 applications were received and reviewed. …
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Memorial Tribute Established in Memory of Bob Williams
The American Floral Endowment (AFE) announces a new memorial tribute in memory of Robert “Bob” Williams II. Smithers-Oasis CEO Robin Kilbride, along with Red & Katie Kennicott of Kennicott Brothers Co., established the fund. …
A Path to Success – Emma Lookabaugh Shares the Impact of American Floral Endowment
Behind the work that the American Floral Endowment (AFE) undertakes to provide for the floral industry are the moving stories of our impact. Back in 2014, a promising NC State graduate student and ornamental enthusiast was awarded the prestigious Paul Ecke Jr. Scholarship through AFE – her name was Emma Lookabaugh. …
Connecting Floral Industry and Opportunity
The AFE Career Center is an industry-wide employment platform that connects floral businesses with eager job seekers. Since its launch in 2020, the Career Center has provided an intuitive space where employers can find an ideal candidate pool – offering convenient functionality to attract, screen, and manage applicants. …
The American Floral Endowment’s Young Professionals Council is Requesting Input on Careers within Our Industry
Feedback from experienced industry members is vital for AFE’s Young Professionals Council and other new graduates as they navigate their early careers and decide on a path for their futures. This survey will provide critical insights that AFE will compile, summarize, and provide as a resource to young professionals interested in entering industry careers. …