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coast to coast: May 2005
Rose named after Marie Osmond |
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Written by Canadian Florist Magazine
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 Rose named after Marie Osmond
Since the debut of her #1 single, “Paper Roses,” at the tender age of 13, Marie Osmond has been associated with roses, and now has the distinct privilege of having a rose named in her honour. The “Marie Osmond™” rose made its debut on QVC Network, when it was introduced in conjunction with the sale of “Marie,” the 12th porcelain doll in Marie Osmond’s Coming Up Roses collection, which was designed by Marie herself and named and themed after the “Marie Osmond” rose.
Marie Osmond joins the ranks of numerous notable celebrities who have roses named in their honour, including Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth, Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, Cary Grant and Judy Garland.
The “Marie Osmond” lavender rose plant is a stunning, highly fragrant, two-toned lavender rose that is hardy, easy to grow, and resistant to disease. The centre of each blossom is a soft, pale lavender, and the outer petals are a deeper, darker shade of lavender. For more information, visit www.charismabrands.com., or call (800) 779-5335.
Flower Sites More Popular Than Amazon and eBay
FTD and 1-800-Flowers.com made the list of top five retail websites during the month of February, surpassing online giants Amazon.com and eBay, according to internetretailer.com.
FTD Expands Team
FTD is pleased to announce the expansion of the FTD Business Consultant team in Canada with the additions of FTD Field Business Consultants Marc Farand and Angelo Pace. This development broadens the already strong level of customer service that Canadian florists receive from the floral industry’s most well-recognized brand.
“Our Canadian team is the best in the industry, and I’m thrilled to expand this team, ensuring every town and city in Canada is well represented by a progressive-thinking, intelligent business consultant,” says Frank Stornelli, vice president, FTD Canada. “These changes put FTD at the top in Canada.”
Marc Farand joins FTD, representing the provinces of Quebec, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. One of Farand’s goals as an FTD Field Business Consultant is to ensure that the FTD Membership base spreads to small towns, increasing ease of sending FTD in his territory.
“I am excited about being a part of the FTD team simply because I believe in what FTD is offering its member florists and what the florists can provide to their customers,” says Marc Farand, field business consultant, FTD.
Angelo Pace will be working closely with FTD Members in part of Northeastern Ontario.
“I aim to work directly with each of my members to ensure that they are seeing profitable, business-building results from the products and services they use,” says Angelo Pace, field business consultant, FTD. “Not every business is the same, and I look forward to unravelling solutions that directly, positively affect my customers.”
Dallas Market Center to Launch New Gift and Home Temporary Shows
Dallas Market Center (DMC), the world’s largest wholesale merchandise resource, announced plans to launch new gift and home temporary shows in January 2006. Beginning with the inaugural show, all temporary resources will be leased and managed by Dallas Market Center, providing a convenient and comprehensive marketplace with more new products for buyers.
Temporaries are an important component of the sourcing experience for specialty stores seeking unique products that provide a competitive edge. Additionally, temporaries allow companies to showcase and provide new products and undiscovered resources for retailers looking to maximize sales margins.
The new gift and home temporary shows in Dallas will take place each January, March, June and September, bringing together the best available temporary resources into a comprehensive sourcing environment for buyers. The new temporaries will be organized into an exciting destination of distinct product neighborhoods on the 12th and 13th floors of the World Trade Center.
Dallas Market Center was the first and only wholesale marketplace to recognize the importance of offering its customers efficient cross-buying and cross-selling opportunities together under one roof.
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World-Renowned Floral Artist Visits Seneca College
Students from the Retail Florist program at Seneca College had a special opportunity to see an exclusive demonstration from world-renowned, German master floral artist, Klaus Wagener.
Seneca College was the only college he visited on his trip to Toronto before his appearance as guest designer at Canada Blooms. Ten students participated in the floral competition at Canada Blooms this year: six in the Ontario College competition and four in the student competition organized by Flowers Canada. This year’s theme was the Garden Party.
Congratulations to 3 Seneca students who won prizes at these competitions. Lori Kernick won 1st prize for the Flowers Canada competition. Eun Choi won 2nd prize in the theme category for the Ontario College Competition and Sophie Nguyen won 3rd prize in the Bridal category. The People’s Choice award was also awarded to Eun Choi in the theme category.
Students from Seneca also volunteered during Canada Blooms by preparing and caring for floral displays, and assisting Wagener during his show and workshop.
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