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  • September 10, 2025
Embracing the Beauty of Dried Flowers

As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, fall ushers in a natural palette of earthy tones and rich textures—an ideal backdrop for the beauty of dried flowers. Once considered old-fashioned, dried florals are experiencing a modern renaissance, thanks to their sustainable appeal and stylish versatility. In the gentle fading of summer’s bloom, […]

  • September 9, 2025
Chrysanthemum Week 2025: Roots, Culture, and Innovation with Deliflor on The Bloom Show Live

This Bloom Show Live broadcast took us inside Deliflor during Chrysanthemum Week 2025 in Colombia, where Correspondent Joe Don Zetzsche joined host Sahid Nahim as co-host. Together, they spoke with Juan David “JD” Lecuona, Commercial Director of Deliflor,  and David Marin, General Director of Deliflor, to explore how breeding innovation, company culture, and community spirit […]

  • August 26, 2025
Inside the SAF Phoenix 2025: Education, Innovation, and Community

Earlier this month, I had the honor of attending the Society of American Florists (SAF) Convention 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, held August 11–14,  and what an experience it was. This floral industry convention was packed with value, inspiration, personal surprises, and countless opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate the floral community. As Williee Armellini of […]

  • August 20, 2025
Honoring Legacy & Preserving Floral History with Red Kennicott and Williee Armellini

This special two-part episode of The Bloom Show brought together two floral industry legends whose careers have shaped the way flowers move, sell, and inspire. Host Sahid Nahim welcomed Red Kennicott of Kennicott Brothers and Williee Armellini of Flowers and Cents for an engaging conversation about legacy, leadership, and the importance of preserving our industry’s […]

  • August 15, 2025
Proflora 2025: The Trade Show Where Global Floriculture Connections Bloom

Proflora 2025 is the perfect place to connect with all the key players in the floriculture industry. Buyers, growers, breeders, suppliers, and other essential professionals will come together, making this trade show a unique opportunity to conduct business, start valuable conversations, and find strategic partners who strengthen the global flower supply chain and logistics processes. […]

  • August 14, 2025
The Floral Industry and the Coming AI Surge: Why You Should Be Paying Attention Right Now

Change isn’t coming—it’s already here. Over the past few weeks, the heads of Anthropic and Ford have made headlines by openly acknowledging that AI could eliminate half of their workforce. Let that sink in. These are not startup founders waving a flag—they’re leaders of some of the most established companies on the planet. They’re not […]

  • August 8, 2025
Proflora 2025 Is Almost Here: Colombia Welcomes the World’s Flower Industry

Final preparations are underway for Proflora 2025, the most important floriculture trade  show in the world, set to take place from October 1 to 3 in Bogotá. More than an industry  event, it’s a gateway to the heart of one of the world’s leading flower exporting countries. Colombia, the world’s second-largest flower exporter, offers a […]

  • August 5, 2025
“Life in Bloom debuts new episodes on Create TV – with Flower Farms, Lei Day in Hawaii, and even Bob Ross”

Grand Rapids, MI, August 5, 2025 – “Viewers continue to relax with flowers, enjoying their health and wellness benefits in the process! And I’m beyond excited for them to enjoy the new season as it debuts on Create TV,” enthuses J Schwanke, host and creator. J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom is a flower lifestyle television […]

  • July 30, 2025
The Profitable Florist Takeover: The Seven Deadly Sins of Running a Flower Shop

The Bloom Show Takeover with Tim Huckabee, founder of The Profitable Florist and now an official Bloom Show Correspondent, delivered a powerful message for every retail florist: many of the challenges holding flower shops back are self-inflicted. With over 26 years of coaching experience, 6,000+ flower shop visits, and 7,000+ florists trained worldwide, Tim has […]

  • July 24, 2025
How Did 1-800-Flowers Start? Jim McCann Reflects on Innovation, AI, and Letting Go

On The Bloom Show, host Sahid Nahim welcomed a trailblazer whose name is nearly synonymous with innovation in floral retail: Jim McCann, Founder of 1-800-Flowers. From one flower shop in New York City to a multi-brand gifting empire, Jim’s story is packed with hard-won wisdom and forward-looking perspective for anyone navigating change in today’s business […]

  • July 21, 2025
Joe Don Zetzsche Joins New Bloom Media: A Bold Vision for the Future of Floral Retail

In a landmark episode of The Bloom Show, Sahid Nahim sat down with one of the floral industry’s most respected voices—Joe Don Zetzsche—for a wide-ranging and timely conversation about the future of florals, technology, collaboration, and marketing. With more than 35 years in mass retail and 16 years leading the floral division at H-E-B, Joe […]

  • July 8, 2025
Beyond the Resume: How Pollen Talent Is Transforming Floral Jobs and Hiring

In today’s fast-moving job market, hiring has become more complex—and more critical—than ever. On a recent Bloom Show Takeover, Sahid Nahim welcomed Pam Lopez, Head Recruiter at Pollen Talent, for a deep dive into how the floral industry can adapt its recruiting strategies for a new era.  With over 15 years of experience recruiting across […]