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April 29, 2021

FloraCraft® Receives Second National Award for FōM

FloraCraft’s® breakthrough new product, FōM® with PolyRenew®, has won a silver Stevie® Award for the achievement in product innovation category from the American Business Awards organization. Winning projects demonstrated achievements related to innovation in product design, redesign, manufacturing processes, operations or branding. More than 250 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this […]

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April 29, 2021

FloraCraft Hosts COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for Team Members and Families

As COVID-19 vaccines become more available in Michigan, FloraCraft® made it easy for its team to access the life-saving vaccine. The company hosted a vaccine clinic April 28 at its Ludington facility in partnership with the Mason County Health Department. FloraCraft is also offering a $50 incentive to any employee who receives the COVID-19 vaccination, […]

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April 1, 2021

Coming home: FloraCraft brings talent back to Ludington

Many raised in small towns ache for the day they can “get out.” However, as urban life begins to take its toll, it’s not uncommon for those same people to yearn for the charms of their childhood hometowns. FloraCraft is taking advantage of this by recruiting talent back to Ludington. We actively look for professionals […]

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March 30, 2021

Spring into Warmer Weather with These Colorful Crafts

Whether you’re looking for spring break projects, crafts for your kids or just want to brighten up your home with some spring colors, these craft and floral projects can do the trick. As you craft, know you’re using a product with the environment in mind. Our new FōM is made with post-consumer plastic – the […]

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March 15, 2021

FloraCraft® Receives National Award for New Sustainable Product

FloraCraft’s® breakthrough new product, FōM® with PolyRenew®, has won a Manufacturing Leadership Award for sustainability from the National Association of Manufacturers. Winning projects demonstrated achievement in one of a wide-range of categories, and were chosen by a panel of expert judges for initiatives that delivered clear and compelling value, return on investment and other tangible […]

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December 16, 2020

Easy and Festive Crafts for Your At-Home Holiday

This year has brought a new meaning to the phrase “home for the holidays.” While you and your family are spending more time at home this holiday season, we have a number of easy and fun holiday crafts for all ages. Did you know, we have a website dedicated to hundreds of craft and floral […]

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October 9, 2020

FloraCraft® CEO Eric Erwin Awarded EY Entrepreneur of the Year

FloraCraft® CEO Eric Erwin has been selected Entrepreneur of the Year for the Michigan and Northwest Ohio region by Ernst & Young LLP, or EY. Erwin was one of 10 winners announced by the organization at its virtual awards gala Oct. 8. The event featured 29 finalists selected by a panel of independent judges from […]

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September 24, 2020

FloraCraft® Promotes Annie O’Connor to Vice President of Supply Chain

FloraCraft®, the world’s leading manufacturer of craft and floral foam products, announced an addition to its leadership team with the promotion of Annie O’Connor to vice president of supply chain. O’Connor, who has been with the company since 2002, previously served as director of demand planning and supply chain since 2018. In her new role, […]

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September 14, 2020

FloraCraft® Develops First Craft, Floral Foam Made from Recycled Plastic

In a market segment not known for innovation, category leader FloraCraft® has announced a breakthrough new product that saves hard-to-recycle plastics from the landfill, enabling it to offer a “greener” product to crafters and florists. The Northern Michigan manufacturer recently debuted FōM® with PolyRenew®, a craft and floral foam line made with post-consumer recycled plastic. […]

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September 1, 2020

FloraCraft® CEO Eric Erwin Named EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist

FloraCraft® CEO Eric Erwin has been named by Ernst & Young LLP as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2020 Michigan and Northwest Ohio Award finalist. Erwin was one of 29 finalists selected by a panel of independent judges from a competitive pool of nominations. Now in its 34th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program […]

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August 25, 2020

Survey Shows FloraCraft’s® Employee Satisfaction Ranks Above National and Trade Averages

A new employee engagement survey of FloraCraft® employees shows employee satisfaction continues to increase year-over-year, ranking its workplace in the top tier of companies nationally and in the manufacturing sector. The survey measured approval ratings from employees of the Ludington-based manufacturer of craft and floral foam products on topics such as executive leadership, communication, pay, […]

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July 2, 2020

FloraCraft® Names John Nielsen as Chief Financial Officer

FloraCraft® announced John Nielsen as its new chief financial officer. Nielsen joins FloraCraft after more than 20 years as a financial executive for the manufacturing and automotive sectors in metro Detroit and Saginaw. He most recently served as treasurer for Henniges Automotive in Auburn Hills where he oversaw cash operations, risk management, foreign exchange and […]

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