More than a gifted florist and inspired instructor, Lottie Nys AIFD, distinguishes herself as an enthusiastic mentor to aspiring and accomplished designers alike. Her commitment to high industry standards and passion for design are contagious.

Early on, Lottie resolved to learn from the best. That motivated her to seek formal training with Phil Rulloda, Els Hazenberg, Hitomi Gilliam, John Haines, Tor Gunderson and many others. In 1997 she was inducted into the American Institute of Floral Designers. When Lottie “speaks from experience” she is drawing not just from her impressive training and credentials, but also from her work in retail, her 13 years at the Teleflora Education Center, her experience as a designer for PFD magazine and as a visual display artist for major permanent showrooms across the country.

Throughout her years in the industry, Lottie has served on the AIFD Regional Board, AIFD National Boardas a Representative to the South Central Region and as secretary of AIFD’s National Board. She has faithfully attended retreats, workshops and design programs. Lottie has been a part of “Survival of the Creative Mind”, “Designing for Excellence” and even traveled to Paris and Singapore as a member of the Design 358 team.

Lottie’s desire for learning is rivaled only by her dedication to sharing what she has learned with others, inspiring them to realize their own creative potential.