Listen "How Continuing Education Elevates Floral Design with Kristen Pulcheon"
Episode Synopsis
In this illuminating episode of Mornings with Mayesh, we dive deep into the transformative power of continuing education in the floral industry with Kristen Pulcheon, Executive Director of Fiori Florals Design Studio in Central Ohio. Since launching in January 2020, Kristen has built Fiori into a powerhouse that executes nearly $2 million in events annually. Drawing from her 20-year journey through the wedding and special events industry—spanning luxury bridal fashion, event venues, and finally floral design—Kristen shares candid insights on how ongoing education has been crucial to her team's remarkable success. As both a seasoned business owner and a bride-to-be herself (with her wedding just days away!), Kristen offers a unique perspective on excellence in floral design. She reveals her strategies for cultivating a learning culture that balances technical skills with creative development, adapting to industry shifts, and measuring the return on educational investments. Listeners will discover practical approaches to team development that can be implemented in businesses of any size, from solo floral artists to large studios. Kristen also discusses emerging trends in the industry and the skills she believes will be essential for floral professionals in the coming years. Whether you're looking to scale your floral business, enhance your design capabilities, or simply find inspiration from one of the industry's rising stars, this conversation provides valuable takeaways for anyone passionate about the world of flowers and design. Duration: 45 minutes Visit our blog for the show notes and video replay: https://www.mayesh.com/blog/how-continuing-education-elevates-floral-design-with-kristen-pulcheon
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