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Education Administration ProgramsOregon, United States2-10 Employees
Floral Design Institute is a Portland, Oregon-based educational institution offering programs that integrate floral design with the business aspects of the industry. The curriculum provides hands-on experience with a wide range of fresh flowers and foliages, equipping students for professional paths such as working for a retail florist, freelancing, or owning a floral business. The programs are described as contemporary and progressive, taught by instructors who bring diverse design and business expertise. Founded in 1969, the institute trains more than 1,000 students each year and attracts participants from across the United States and internationally. It operates with a small staff and a team of instructors who specialize in different aspects of design and business within the floral sector. In September 2024, coverage noted that Leanne Kesler AIFD, associated with Floral Design Institute, received a lifetime achievement award.