David Kesler

AIFD PFCI AAF FDI Chairman

David has been an active speaker and educator in the floral industry throughout the United States and Canada for over 30 years. Prior to joining Floral Design Institute, David was employed by Teleflora, for thirteen years. He served in various US Executive Management positions and as the General Manager of the Canadian Division of Teleflora. David is an expert in floral business management, marketing, web site development and social media. He often serves as a consultant to both national and local companies. David is an accredited member of the American Institute of Floral Designers AIFD, an education member of the Society of American Florists, and has been elected to membership in the Professional Floral Communicators International. In 2023 David was inducted into the American Academy of Floriculture, AAF.David teaches the Business Programs and selected Floral Design Programs at Floral Design Institute.

David and Leanne's world revolves around flowers. They love to travel, always together, always by train (if possible), and always to attend floral conventions, floral design seminars, training programs, floral exhibitions and events.