Founded by Nadine Brown in 2019, The Ivy Institute offers sustainability-led floral design education, business mentoring, and a supportive community for florists and flower enthusiasts.
Nadine is one of Australia's leading sustainable florists and educators on a mission to implement earth conscious methods for the next generation of aspiring florists. Having founded several successful business models in 30 yrs - an award winning retail shop, home studio wedding/events business & currently The Ivy Institute, plus a 17 yr formal floristry teaching career - she has a breadth of industry knowledge & a passion for the art and business of floral design.
As a proud advocate for Sustainable Floristry & 2024 MIFGS Sustainability Consultant, Educator and Judge, you'll find a strong focus on earth-conscious design & sustainable practices to all of Nadine's work. With the vision that, as a collective, we can Redefine Floristry for the Future with a deeper respect for the nature we love!
