Mary Elliott Receives Accredited Floral Design Designation

Karen Ross, President of Montgomerys Florist, has announced that Mary Elliott, Head Floral Designer, has been awarded the floral industrys coveted Accredited Floral Design Designation, and has been inducted into the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) during ceremonies at AIFDs internationally acclaimed Symposium held recently in New York, NY.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) September 4, 2004 -Karen Ross, President of Montgomerys Florist, has announced that Mary Elliott, Head Floral Designer, has been awarded the floral industrys coveted Accredited Floral Design Designation, and has been inducted into the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) during ceremonies at AIFDs internationally acclaimed Symposium held recently in New York, NY.

The American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) is a non-profit education association dedicated to the advancement of professionalism and the art of floral design. The AIFD Accredited membership is regarded as a high honor in the floral industry with approximately 1,500 members worldwide, recognizing those who have excelled in floral design skills. Candidates become accredited by successfully demonstrating their advanced abilities before an international panel of evaluators.

I am very excited about this award," said Elliott. It is an honor and privilege to join this distinguished group of professionals."

Montgomery's Florist, a family owned and operated business, has served the Triangle since 1922. Committed to providing only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, Montgomerys Florist specializes in fabulous containers with elaborate designs, always offering the latest trends in flowers. The firm offers a variety of services including, fresh and silk flowers, rental flowers for special events, custom bouquets, and more. For more information on Montgomerys Florist located on Six Forks Road in Raleigh, please call 919-847-3381 or on the Internet www.montgomerysflorist.com.

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