2026 Hall of Fame Award Winners

Rothchild, Wisconsin

This award is given to an individual or individuals who have dedicated the majority of their life to the floral industry. Through their love and passion, the industry is better today.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Wholesale employee of the Year is Reserved for a member of the Wisconsin Upper Michigan Florists’ Association that has done an outstanding job seerving thier customers, employer and floral industry.

Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin 

Young Person of the Year can be anyone connected with the floral industry – retailer, wholesaler, grower, allied tradesman or trade organization member – for meritorious service to the floral industry, community, and potential service to the industry and community in the future, who is under 35 years old and has two years in the floral industry.

Clintonville, Wisconsin

Special Recognition Award – Organizational activity, research or education, retailer, wholesale distributor or allied tradesman. The award might be made to those in these categories for their contribution to the industry and/or the organization.

National Service Award can be given to anyone connected with the floriculture industry – retailer, growers, wholesaler, education, plant breeder, etc. – for outstanding service to the floral industry of America.

Retailer of the Year Award – Recognized for delivering exceptional service, standout design work, and strong community involvement. 

Grower of the Year Award – Celebrating their commitment to quality products and sustainable growing practices.