meet the team
Founder
Candice Prato
"With elegance, romance, and nostalgia in every bloom, flowers swept me off my feet early in life, and have been my source of inspiration ever since."
Candice, the lead designer of CC Bloom, a floral design studio and flower farm situated in Armstrong, BC, has had a longstanding passion for flowers. Her love for unique and exquisite blooms eventually led to her pursuing a career in floral design. She finds immense joy in the creative process, from romantic and lavish garden-style arrangements to minimalistic and modern flower-forward designs.
CC Bloom's team specializes in crafting one-of-a-kind floral designs for weddings and events, primarily serving the Okanagan area. Candice's fondness for weddings inspired her to create a stunning wedding venue on her picturesque property.
My deep-rooted passion for fresh-cut flowers has flourished with the support of my dedicated team and loving family. From planting and nurturing to harvesting and arranging exquisite, seasonally-inspired floral designs, I have found gratification in the entire growth process. The wedding venue addition was a perfect complement to my business.
I hope you stick around and grow with us here at CC Bloom.
xo
Candice
HAYLEY
FARM MANAGER
Hayley is Candice’s daughter, after her travels abroad she returned to work on the farm and is now our farm manager. From planning the garden each season and starting all the seedlings and all the things farm, she also has helped with designing florals for bouquet subscriptions to weddings, she has become such an asset and very knowledgable within the business, she makes up an integral part CC BLOOM and is always wearing that gorgeous smile!
BECKY
DIGITAL & WHOLESALE MANAGER
Becky came to us after attending a workshop! After years in graphic design and owning her own businesses, her yearning for plants and growing finally took over, and we are so happy we have her! She has become a real asset around here and her knowledge is vast, she helps with so much more here at CC Bloom than just in the garden and we know how lucky we are to have her on our team!
AMANDA
EVENTS COORDINATOR
Amanda has a long-running history in the wedding and events industry. She came on board in 2022 as we began developing our own wedding venue here at CC Bloom. She is going to be spearheading all of our new events at the farm. Amanda brings a certain level of professionalism and excitement, making wedding planning feel fun and easy.
Jay
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Jay is the executive assistant at CC Bloom, known for her meticulous attention to detail and her role in ensuring smooth operations. She expertly manages consignment and oversees all inventory, highlighting her essential contribution to maintaining efficiency and organization within the company.
BRITA
FLORAL DESIGNER
Brita is a long time friend and trusted companion to CC Bloom. Brita commutes from Vancouver to join the team for larger events, and has extended huge support as both a friend and fellow floral designer over the years.
HEIDI
floral designer & Dayof Coordinator
Heidi brings extensive experience from her years in the floral industry in London. As a talented floral designer at CC Bloom, she blends creativity with a warm, personable approach, making her a beloved member of the team. In addition to her design work, Heidi serves as our in-house Day-of Coordinator for all micro weddings and elopements.
Caddie
FARM CREW
Caddy brings her expertise in flower cultivation and farmwork to CC Bloom, where she plays a vital role in nurturing vibrant blooms and ensuring the farm's agricultural operations run smoothly. Her hands-on approach and commitment to quality contribute to the beauty and diversity of CC Bloom's floral offerings.
BRAYDEN
CREATIVE MEDIA SPECIALIST
Bringing a wealth of expertise in photography, videography, website design, and social media creation. With a strong background in wedding and event videography, Brayden combines technical skills with creative vision to beautifully capture the essence of the farm’s events and offerings. Brayden plays a key role in crafting and sharing the unique story of CC Bloom.
PAIGE
FARM CREW
Paige joined CC Bloom in 2024, balancing her summer job there while pursuing her university studies. She brings dedication to her role in flower cultivation and landscaping, contributing to the upkeep and charm of CC Bloom's outdoor spaces.