|
Why Belong to a State Florists' Association?
Bottom line, it benefits you! The New Hampshire
State Florists' Association is a non-profit, volunteer-run, industry
association. We would like to be the voice and the backbone of the retail
florists' in our state.
Everyone involved reaps the benefits and
advances themselves. Shop owners, sales clerks, managers, designers,
apprentices, drivers…. We can never know enough about our ever-changing
industry. Members can network - learn about new varieties, "The Chain of
Life", new companies, employee relations - maybe meet some new friends with
common interests!
It takes a dedicated Board of Directors and a
large number of volunteers to make an Association worthwhile. Here are some
skills you may acquire through Board or Membership activities:
*Management and/or leadership experience
*Public speaking experience
*Experience recruiting volunteers
*Strong communication skills
*Knows and is respected by many other industry members and able
to tap volunteers
*Good coaching/mentoring skills to help bring the next generation
of leaders along
*Varied background & can generate program ideas of interest to
the membership
The following are some Committees we will be seeking volunteers for. We
understand how busy a florists' life can be and only ask for as much time as you
are willing or able to give - every little bit counts! Please see a current
Board Member for more information on how you can help.
Membership Committee
Responsibilities include keeping a current membership list; compiling
directory; manning registration desk at programs;
Education Committee
Overseeing of educational programs
Nominating Committee
Programs Committee
Design Shows, Home & Garden Shows; Flower Shows
Representatives Committee
Legislative Representative; Agricultural Representative, Wholesale
Representative
Scholarship Committee News
Letter |