by Karin Krause | Sep 13, 2023 | Latest News, News, Uncategorized
The American Floral Endowment (AFE) depends on industry leadership, insights, and expertise to support research and programs that best serve all of floriculture. This September, AFE appointed three new Trustees to join the diverse group with representation across...
by Karin Krause | Sep 16, 2022 | Latest News, News
Dr. Melinda Knuth to Serve as First Advisor to the Board As a part of the American Floral Endowment’s continued focus on the next generation of floral industry members, a special advisory position has been established for AFE’s Board of Trustees. The AFE Young...
by Karin Krause | Mar 16, 2021 | Latest News, News
In February, each of the Endowment’s committees met virtually to wrap up 2020 and plan ahead for 2021, which includes AFE’s 60th Anniversary year-long celebration. The committees include Investment, Public Relations & Development, Education, Floral Marketing...
by Karin Krause | Sep 15, 2020 | Latest News, News
AFE Chairman Passing of the Gavel 2020 Due to COVID-19, AFE’s Annual August Board Meeting like our 2020 Annual Dinner was held fully virtually unlike prior years, but that didn’t stop the annual passing of the gavel! Outgoing AFE Board Chairman, Jim Daly of...
by Karin Krause | Sep 11, 2020 | Latest News, Uncategorized
Dear AFE Supporters and Friends, It has been an honor to serve as Chairman of AFE for the past two years. Even in these unprecedented times, I believe we have accomplished a lot. There’s still a lot of work to do for the industry, but in my time as Chairman,...
by Ashley Alexander | Sep 11, 2019 | Latest News
By Ashley Alexander Purdue University’s motto is “Education, Research, Service.” During AFE’s August Board Meetings last month, the Trustees witnessed the school taking pride in living up to this motto. While in West Lafayette, IN., the Board had a chance to...
by Ashley Alexander | Dec 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
A dedicated Board of Trustees representing all industry segments serves the Endowment. All Trustees serve without monetary compensation of any kind and take part in all AFE activities, meetings and travel at their own expense. Their top duties are fundraising and...
