Company Research Report: Kendal Floral
Company Overview
Name
Kendal Floral
Mission of the Company
To grow quality products that create lasting relationships and healthy environments.
Founding Details
- Founded by: Ken and Randal
- Inception: Began with fresh greens from a van and planting seeds with local florists.
Key People
- Ken (Co-founder)
- Randal (Co-founder)
- Herbert (Business partner from early 90s, instrumental in South American expansion)
Headquarters
1960 Kellogg Ave, Carlsbad, California, 92008, USA
Number of Employees
No information is available.
Revenue
No information is available.
Company Recognition
Kendal Floral is known for its role as an industry leader in importing, distributing, and supplying fresh-cut flowers. They connect South American grown flowers with retailers and their customers globally.
Products
Overview
Kendal Floral offers a wide range of fresh-cut flowers facilitated through their family of flower brands: Benchmark Bouquets, Benchmark Growers, and Florexpo.
Benchmark Bouquets
- Description: Delivers fresh cut flowers daily through their website and Amazon store.
- Key Features: Accessible, daily customer delivery with an emphasis on freshness.
Benchmark Growers
- Description: Supplies high-quality flowers from over 30 farms in Colombia.
- Key Features: Focus on social and ecological responsibility.
Florexpo
- Description: Leading importer and distributor of a wide variety of fresh-cut flowers.
- Key Features: Ensures consistent quality with a significant importation network.
Recent Developments
Recent Developments
- Expansion of connections with over 40 farms in the U.S. and South America.
- Emphasis on sustainable, eco-friendly agricultural practices.
New Products Launched
No information is available.
New Features Added to Existing Products
No information is available.
Partnerships
- Developed significant partnerships in South America during the early 90s, notably starting with a collaboration with Herbert on a bus tour in Ecuador.
Additional Information
Sustainability Initiatives
- Operates Rainforest Alliance Certified farms.
- Engages in sustainable agricultural practices.
- Contributes back to local communities.
Community Engagement
- Commitment to improving the lives of workers and their families, ensuring a safe work environment.
Career Opportunities
- Offers various positions ranging from corporate roles to retail sales merchandiser positions across national outlets like Costco.
Contact Information
- Email/Contact: Customer Service at 888.828.9875
- Operating Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 3 PM
This report is intended to provide an overview of Kendal Floral, focusing on its mission, offerings, historical background, and recent developments based solely on the provided data.
