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One Voice. One Industry. Your Future. When we speak with one voice… “SAF makes this so easy to do, they give you all the tools that you need to be able to walk into your congressperson’s office and be prepared with answers, you know what to expect. “ BJ Dyer, AAF, AIFD Bouquets Denver, CO Every year, dozens of issues that directly impact your business arise in Congress--health care, immigration, estate taxes, funding for critical industry research, and more. And every year, SAF members from across the industry --retailers, wholesalers and growers—come together in Washington to share their concerns with legislators. Our industry is heard… By speaking together with one clear voice in offices throughout Capitol Hill we tell our story and move our industry’s issues forward on the congressional agenda. And YOUR business future is protected. It’s your future SAF works to protect…your livelihood and the livelihood of your employees and co-workers. By adding your voice to those of your peers, and sharing personal perspectives directly with legislators, you build awareness and understanding in Congress that no individual effort can possibly achieve.Join your fellow floral industry members for the most important and powerful two days you’ll ever spend in Washington   Never Lobbied Before? Don’t Worry. We’ll show you how, step by step. Experienced SAF members and staff will teach you everything you need to know and hold your hand all the way. You will: Learn about the issues and the best way to talk to legislators. Practice telling your story by talking about what’s important to you. Arm yourself with SAF handouts and clearly detailed talking points. Partner with an experienced SAF lobbyist when you hit The Hill.