Testimonials...   Hi John,   I wanted to take the time to say thank you for a very enlightening and empowering class on floral design.  I know that wedding floral design is going to assist my business greatly in its expansion.  Your knowledge and skill was perfect for my introduction to the industry.  Because of you, I am entering the world of floral design with a keen understanding and overwhelming appreciation for “floral engineers”J  I came home and started working immediately on a few designs for my portfolio.    I wish you well in your endeavors and I will be back next year for the advanced class.   I will keep in touch   Jeannelle Muhammad President/CEO LifeTime Events, Inc. 301-694-8283  ph. www.lifetime-events.com   I highly recommend John Klingel, AAF, AIFD and PFCI for any floral related educational projects.  I have personally known and worked with him for over 20 years on the design circuit. I know that the difference between floral design schools is that John provides one on one for his students.  You won’t find his ability to personally adjust the subject matter and challenge to meet the needs of each student at any other school. Respectfully, Alan Parkhurst AIFD, PFCI alanparkhurst@yahoo.com   Dear John, Well, I’m back at the shop and into the swing of things again.  I really enjoyed attending the Basic Floral Design course at the South Florida Center for Floral Studies.  Boy, you cover a lot in that time frame.  I particularly liked the information about post-harvest care and handling of flowers and the business practices and procedures you gave us.  Just when you think you know it all well, no one does. I have started applying the suggestions you made in my shop and although, my staff initially rejected some of it they have grown to adjust and we are all better professionals for it. Stay in touch, Regards, Sherry Tannozzini Flowers from the Rainforest Sunrise, FL   www.blooms4u.com     Dear John:   I hope this message finds you well.   Finally I have a day to re-send the message that I been trying to get to you, specially the pictures of some of the work of the past two weeks and my personal view of the class that I was able to take at the South Florida Center for Floral Studies.   Let me start by saying how lucky I feel to have selected your school and learn from the best!  The curriculum, the knowledge that you past on to all of us, the suggestions and stories and mainly the way you taught the class combined with your personality made it fun, and easy to absorb all that information  that on the daily bases I find myself utilizing it and practicing.   It is after all a new business foe me, but I have decided to embrace the challenges that come along. I'm feeling very confident and I can't wait to have the opportunity to take the advance course.   I thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me get the confidence that I need to pursue this new venture. I love flowers, I love people and mainly I love to do something that makes me feel productive and happy, and the combination of the flowers with the decor, event services makes me feel just like that!   As I said that last day of school, you will be hearing from me, I thing you are a great person and you are the best of the best.   Thanks,   Best Regards   Kathy Tyrrell   Celebrations Flowers & Wedding Creations 4617 Lake Worth Rd. Greenacres, Fl 33463 561-968-299 www.celebrationsflowers.net   Dear John,   As a veteran of the gift basket industry, business owner and educator for the gift basket industry I understand the benefits of a solid education. When I decided to expand my business a few years back into event design with an emphasis on florals I wanted to learn as much as possible about floral design.  I started my education with an introductory three week floral design course which gave me a basic understanding of the mechanics of floral design. However, it wasn't until I attended your advanced floral design course that it really came together for me. Then when you announced your first wedding workshop I was thrilled to attend and rightfully so, the course was fantastic!   Your passion for floral design shows in everything you do John and I am thankful to have had the opportunity to learn from someone as experienced and talented as you are.  I would highly recommend the South Florida Center for Floral Studies to anyone looking to enter or expand their knowledge of the floral design industry.  I wish you continued success with the school and look forward to visiting you during my next trip to sunny South Florida!   Best Wishes, Karyn LoCicero Love My Basket info@LoveMyBasket.com Recommendation from Jack Connelly Pineda Florist Melbourne, Florida   The reason I decided to drop you a line was to thank you for everything you did for Karen & me.  You accepted us unconditionally, treated us with respect, ignored my sarcasm, and truly 'taught' us.  Due to my background; I know a great teacher when I meet one.  You Sir are the greatest.  I hereby award you with the infamous Dr. John Francis William Connelly 'Teacher of the Year Award'.  I'll have you know that it is an award that many have chased but few have caught.  In all sincerity, thank you Sir for your patience, your method, and your ability.  You have truly changed the direction of our lives and I'll always remember you.   Sincerely,   Jack and Karen Connelly jconnelly@pinedaflorist.com All above testimonials are from center for floral studies.(http://www.centerforfloralstudies.com/)