JOIN THE TEXAS STATE
FLORISTS' ASSOCATION...
and experience the essential tools and exceptional learning that will enhance
every aspect of your professional development. We connect great ideas and great
people and then add the association’s services and professional resources for
you to Shape your Future.
CONVENTIONS AND EXHIBITS
The TSFA convention held each year in July provides members with education
seminars, design shows and symposiums, design competitions, an annual meeting,
one of the largest industry trade shows in the nation, exciting entertainment,
social events and an opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with other members.
CREDIT UNION
The
Florist Credit Union membership is open to all TSFA members, their
employees and their families. The credit union encourages its members to save
regularly, provides loans when money is needed, supplies financial advice,
counseling and other services. The Credit Union Board is elected by the
membership and each member, regardless of the size of his or her share account,
is entitled to one vote in the operation of the Credit Union.
The
Florist Federal Credit Union Newsletter
TSFA JOB BANK
Find the perfect employee at TSFA’s Job Bank. Here, employers can access the
most qualified talent pool with relevant work experience to fulfill staffing
needs.
EDUCATION
Texas Certified Florist Program:
TSFA has been a leader in the field of educational programs and was the first
state florist association to develop a voluntary certification program for its
members.
The overall program consists of twelve courses, six in Management and six in
Design Production. The member is then eligible to take an examination to
qualify as a Texas Master Florist, and is consequently awarded a certificate
and gold pin.
Beginning and Intermediate Floral design courses are offered throughout the
year to train new employees in the floral industry.
Texas Master Florists' Advanced Program:
The Texas Master Florists' Advanced Certification is one of the most
comprehensive educational programs offered in the floral industry. This unique
opportunity is designed for members who have already obtained the prestigious
Texas Master Florist designation. The Texas Master Florists' Advanced
Certification program of professional excellence, is presented through
comprehensive hands on workshops and seminars.
Professional Certified Florist Program:
Because of the interest and inquiries from many other floral organizations,
TSFA authored and copyrighted the complete Texas Certified Florist program and
titled it the "Professional Certified Florist Program." It is available on a
nationwide basis.
Consumer Marketing
TSFA promotes the professional florist during public shows and annually at the
State Fair of Texas where over 1 million consumers view the professionalism of
our members and the beauty of our products. TSFA has developed a relationship
with the Texas media that benefits the Texas florists.
INSURANCE
TSFA Group Health, Life Individual Insurance Programs:
TSFA's major medical health insurance program is available to members through
Association Insurance Services, Inc. They have the ability to place TSFA
members with the finest health insurers at very competitive rates. All types
and varieties of plans including Disability, Dental, Cancer and Life coverages
are available to fit your individual needs. Regardless of your current
situation with health coverage, please contact. Association Insurance Services,
Inc., P.O. Box 202438, Austin, TX 78720-2438, (512) 219-1911 or (800) 291-1061
or call TSFA.
TSFA Occupational Accident Program:
TSFA's Occupational Accident Program is designed specifically for retail and
wholesale member owners who do not carry worker's compensation insurance and is
a way to protect themselves against financial losses associated with on-the-job
accidents at a very reasonable cost. Please contact: Association Insurance
Services, Inc., (512) 219-1911 or (800) 291-1061 or call TSFA.
LEGISLATION
Legislative information, provided by the Association through its publications,
fax network, and website, keeps members informed on important legislative
proposals, administrative agency activities, tax legislation and rulings, and
changes in the law which may have an effect on your business. TSFA holds a
Legislative Action Day each year the Texas Legislature is in session to give
the members the opportunity to meet with Legislators from their districts and
discuss legislation and issues vital to the floral industry. In 2003, TSFA's
leadership was successful in a major victory for Texas Florists. Texas
Legislators passed Legislation banning deceptive telephone listings,
prohibiting the use of phonebook listing that misrepresents a florist's
location.
ADVOCACY
TSFA continually works with elected officials at the state level to shape
legislation and regulatory proposals that affect the floral industry. TSFA’s
leadership was successful in a major victory for the Texas florists when the
Texas Legislature passed legislation banning deceptive telephone listings,
prohibiting the use of phonebook listings that misrepresent a florists
location.
BUSINESS FORMS AND ENVELOPES
These items are available through TSFA at savings of 20% to 40%. Your
Association knows your needs and can supply the finest quality
custom-manufactured forms, computer forms and envelopes. For new orders, send a
sample to TSFA with your request.
TSFA WEBSITE
TSFA's website, www.tsfa.org, promotes retailers by shop listings and
wholesalers and growers through a secure site with the password available to
TSFA members. Other areas include a consumer page, educational information and
calendar of events.
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
TSFA offer FREE classified advertising privileges for members. Companies
advertising new merchandise or products they sell in the regular course of
their business will pay the regular classified advertising rates. For more
information call TSFA.
I.C. SYSTEM
The association-sponsored collection service for florists,
I.C. System, is a collection service that is ethical, efficient and
effective. The System fully complies with consumer protection laws in force
throughout the country, and serves over 800 businesses and professional
associations and societies.
PUBLICATIONS
The Bloomin' Texan provides useful articles
on a variety of subjects. It presents new ideas on ways to make your business
more successful, keeps you up-to-date on issues of concern to the Industry and
upcoming events in your area, presents new products and changes in laws, and
carries new stories regarding your associates in the floral industry. The
magazine is mailed to all TSFA members monthly, except in July, the TSFA
Yearbook, published in July, contains information on the Annual Convention, a
membership roster, the Constitution and Bylaws of the organization, lists of
the officers, directors, committees and staff. Manufacturers, wholesalers,
retailers, growers and service organizations may
contract to place advertising in The Bloomin'
Texan or the TSFA Yearbook.
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