Mission Statement

The Mission of the Association shall be to advance the sale and service of flowers through education, events, and social functions; and to promote integrity, honesty, and professionalism in the floral industry.

CRFA, Colorado Retail Florists Association, is a trade association for all sectors of the floral industry. Our members include retail florist, freelance florists, floral students, floral associate members, including wholesalers, manufacturers, and service providers that work with the floral industry.

Through a structure of sub committees and a dedicated Board of Directors – CRFA oversees the publishing of a yearly directory, this web site, several hands on workshops presented during the year that teach our members basic techniques through the newest trend in our industry. CRFA also co-sponsors a floral expo with the Colorado Wholesalers and conducts floral design contests and exhibitions.

CRFA is the voice of the floral industry to the general public.

Last, and most important, belonging to the CRFA ensures a network of giving fellow florists who support one another.