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Register for CFBF and win a free floral design book!
Written by Amanda Ryder   
Dec. 15, 2010 - Register by Dec. 23 for the Canadian Florist Business Forum on Jan. 12, 2011 and you will be entered into a draw for a free floral design book from the Canadian Florist bookstore. And if you've already signed up, then your name is automatically in the draw.

Here's a look at the Canadian Florist Business Forum's complete program details:

Learn more, sell more, profit more
Listen as industry leaders discuss strategies to regain your selling and profit edge. Learn the best ideas from leading-edge retailers, wholesalers, growers, suppliers and innovators, all in one place on one day!

Draw value from the whole chain
The first session features legends Italo Paris, Gayle Smith and Jouke Sypkes on how growers, retailers, suppliers, and wholesalers can work together to make the flower shop more profitable despite today’s challenges.

Good food, great concepts: CFBF Power Lunch
Our expert panel discusses ways to set your store apart, from both the big box and the small shop down the street. Join Cathy Anstett, Jacque Sir Louis, Arman Patel and Thomas Wu.

Step-by-step success: The franchise option
Wayne Watson of successful multi-store chain Forest of Flowers discusses how his operation grew both revenues and market share during this past downturn. He also discusses one option for the aspiring florist – the franchise.

Wedding planners: Join them to beat them
Patsy Deswaef, AIFD, shares how building partnerships with other suppliers can provide clients with one-stop event shopping, and your business with new life.

Value-packed day includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, exhibits, all presentations, plus unique opportunities to network with fellow florists, wholesalers, suppliers, and more.