Thursd is a floral meetup spot where international professionals in floriculture can share stories about anything related to floriculture. Relevant and important content will be shared by Thursd and embedded on the website, linking it to the original publication, and creating free basic profile’s related to it. Today Scott chats with Arjen Schotel and Arnold Wittkamp, two of the founders of Thursd from the Netherlands about this exciting new project. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes and learn more about our guests on our website www.theflowerpodcast.com

Bonus Episode: Scott chats with Holly Chapple and the Winners of the "It Could Be You" contest. Eleven designers came together and sat down for a heart-to-heart chat to discuss topics close to their heart. We talk about pricing, marketing, and the challenges of being in business in the flower industry. Be sure to subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your podcast app. You can learn more about all of our guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com

Our guest this week is Nia Bradley-Hobbs, she is the floral half of LuvShifting. LuvShifting is so much more than a florist. From weddings to kimonos Nia and her husband transform their love of flowers into timeless keepsakes. Through Art, Fabric design and Graphics, floral moments are captured and used to create bespoke fashions and accessories. They're located along the southern coast of England. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and learn more about Nia and our other guests at theflowerpodcast.com

Shane Connolly, Owner of Shane Connolly and Company, chats with Scott Shepherd this week. He discusses the wedding he designed for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, his love for the meaning of flowers, and his passion for creating foam free designs. Shane is a wealth of knowledge and experiences. Be sure to subscribe and follow where ever you listen to podcasts. Check out our website theflowerpodcast.com and learn more about our guests.

Our guest this week is Amy Balsters, owner of Amy Nicole Floral. Amy has been in the retail floristry and special event industry for over 20 years and now uses this experience to teach others. Amy and Scott chat about how the importance of learning the fundamentals, hiring, teaching, and how to change mindsets. You can learn more about her and our other guests at theflowerpodcast.com. Be sure to subscribe and share our podcast with your flower friends.

Emily Coulter owns Morrice Florist on Martha's Vineyard. With little flower knowledge, Emily revamped and re-branded the business, turning it into part floral shop, part boutique, and part greenhouse which can be used for demonstrations, workshops, and dinners. We talk about building relationships with growers, vendors, and customers. Be sure to subscribe to The Flower Podcast on your app. You can learn more about Scott and our guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com

Traveling abroad this week, Scott chats with Nicole Schenkel-Zureikat, owner of Rox and Rose, an organic flower grower in Wolfstein, Germany. Nicole's floral journey began in 2013 when she began growing organic cut flowers on 3 acres in southwestern Germany. Joined by her husband, Samer, their cut flower farm is thriving and freshly cut organic flowers are cultivating their way throughout the markets of Germany. Learn more about Nicole and our other guests at www.theflowerpodcast.com. Be sure to subscribe and leave a review for the podcast on your app of choice.

Julie Tobi chats with Scott this week on The Flower Podcast. With a degree in counseling and a self-professed obsession with personal growth and the development world, Julie's background paved the path for her work, a Career Pivot Coach. Julie and Scott chat career changes, life balance, and what defines you...And it's not your career! We hope that this episode will help you to reconnect with your purpose and passion. Be sure to subscribe to The Flower Podcast. Go to www.theflowerpodcast.com and learn more about Julie and all of our other guests.

Our guest this week is Christin Geall, owner of Cultivated by Christin. Her love of flowers and plants transcends everything she does. Christin truly cultivates inspiration. She's a Canadian floral designer, writer, gardener, photographer, and author. Scott and Christin discuss all of these areas and her new book to be released Spring of 2020. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes. Learn more about Christin at www.TheFlowerPodcast.com

This week's guest is Emily Thompson owner of Emily Thompson Flowers is located in New York City. I have followed Emily's creative artful design work for years and her artistic gift for taking the raw beauty in nature and orchestrating a floral masterpiece in any season. Emily chats about sustainability, technical excellence, season changes, and much much more. Go to www.theflowerpodcast.com and learn more about Emily and all of other past guests. Be sure to subscribe!!