In 1982, Tina Stoecker, AIFD PFCI, opened Designs of the Times Florist, a creative reflection of her approach to the floral industry. Her passion for flowers and drive to run a successful business has established Tina as an inspiring force in the floral industry.
Tina's floral artistry and shop have been showcased in Florist, Florists' Review, Flowers & Florida Architecture and on the cover of Floral Management. Tina is a past president of the Southern Region of AIFD and has presented programs for AIFD at both regional and national levels. In addition, Tina has worked at the Rose Parade for Charisma Floats, presented programs for FTD's Conventions and has judged the FTD Americas Cup and Southeastern Flower Show.
Actively involved with industry education for over seventeen years, Tina has traveled across the United States, Austria, England, South America and Mexico. Most recently, Tina served as an official judge at the Interflora World Cup in Melbourne, Australia. An FTD Master Designer and Master Florist Manager, Tina combines creative design techniques with a common sense business approach to produce exquisite floral creations.