Updates & News
Wisconsin Designer of the Year Contest Set for Wisconsin State Fair, August 3
Once again this year the Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association will make its presence felt at the Wisconsin State Fair presented by U.S. Cellular. Featured at the annual gathering will be the Wisconsin Professional Floral Designer of the Year contest....
WUMFA Holds 1st Annual Golf Outing
The 2018 WUMFA golf outing will be held Wednesday, July 18, 2018, at Morningstar Golf Club in Waukesha, WI. The day will begin with check-in and range balls at 9:00 a.m. The first tee will be at 10:00 a.m. You’ll get lunch at the turn plus two drink tickets. All...
Shop Local…Shop Early For Valentine’s Day Flowers!
It’s the countdown to the holiday of love…Valentine’s Day is on Wednesday, February 14th. What should you give to express your love? Flowers, of course. Romance is literally in full bloom when your flower design arrives! Where should you go to get Valentine's Day...
2017 Sweetest Day Social Media Campaign
I have an exciting opportunity to share with you! The Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association, in partnership with Kennicott Brothers Co. would like to offer you access to our suite of promotional images to help generate more interest in flowers as an...
Schroeder’s Flowers is 2017 WUMFA Grower of the Year
Schroeder's Flowers is 2017 WUMFA Grower of the Year Schroeder's Flowers, Green Bay, Wisconsin, was honored as the Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association's Grower of the Year at the group's annual convention held in the Wisconsin Dells. The award is...
Bob Larson Honored with Special Services Award
Bob Larson Honored with Special Services Award Bob Larson, AIFD, of Bo-Jo's Creations, Ellsworth, Wisconsin, is the recipient of the Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association's 2017 Special Services Award. The award, given to a deserving individual who has...
WUMFA Names Rasmussen Young Person of the Year
WUMFA Names Rasmussen Young Person of the Year Jae Rasmussen from Memorial Florist, Appleton, Wisconsin, is the 2017 WUMFA Young Person of the Year. The award was presented at the annual WUMFA convention held in the Wisconsin Dells. Rasmussen began his floral career...
Krueger Wholesale is WUMFA 2017 Wholesaler of the Year!
Krueger Wholesale is WUMFA 2017 Wholesaler of the Year! Krueger Wholesale Florist, Rothschild, Wisconsin, was chosen Wholesaler of the Year at the 2017 Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association convention. Honored for their contribution to the advancement of...
Sharkey’s is WUMFA Retailer of the Year
Sharkey's is WUMFA Retailer of the Year Amy and Scott Sharkey, Sharkey's Floral and Greenhouses, Crivitz, Wisconsin, accepted the Retailer of the Year award at this year's Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association. The honor is given to a member of WUMFA who...
Mike Homyak Receives WUMFA National Services Award
Mike Homyak Receives WUMFA National Services Award The 2017 Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association National Services Award was presented to Mike Homyak, Jr. at the annual WUMFA convention. It is given to a member who provides outstanding service to the...
WUMFA Presents David Hein With Lifetime Achievement Award
WUMFA Presents David Hein With Lifetime Achievement Award The Wisconsin & Upper Michigan Florists Association presented its 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award to David Hein, AAF, at the group's annual convention held in the Wisconsin Dells. The award is given to an...
Grand Champion Floral Challenge
August 6th, 2016 at 2PM inside the Wisconsin State Fair Park three WUMFA members who placed at the March Convention will compete in the "Grand Champion Floral Challenge". The contestants are Lisa Belisle CFD, ICPF of Flora Elements Education and Design, Lori Cook of...