Andrea Cole

HER Story Turning Flowers – and Dreams – Into a Thriving Business Craftswoman. CEO. Community Builder.

What if a single bouquet of flowers could change your life? For Andrea Cole, that’s exactly what happened. In 2016, a simple Valentine’s Day gift from her then-boyfriend (now husband) ignited a spark—not just romantically, but professionally. That bouquet wasn’t tossed a few days later. Instead, it became the seed of something extraordinary: a bold business that now touches thousands of lives across the country.

Andrea is the founder of dbandrea®, the nation’s leading flower preservation studio. But more than that, she’s a modern woman building a business on her own terms—where passion meets precision, and creativity is the currency of growth.

A Love Story Becomes a Business Story

It didn’t start with a business plan. It started with curiosity, a glue gun, and a vision to preserve something beautiful. Andrea taught herself the intricate art of flower preservation—then mastered it. What began as a personal project soon blossomed into a full-fledged enterprise.

Today, her company invests over 30 hours of handcrafted work into each order, transforming once-in-a-lifetime floral arrangements—from weddings, pageants, and memorials—into timeless keepsakes. Each piece is a blend of
science, artistry, and heart.

Andrea didn’t stop at creating beautiful art—she built a powerhouse brand around it. At dbandrea®, she leads a team of artisans, marketers, and client specialists who mirror her commitment to excellence. And she does it all while maintaining a distinct brand voice rooted in elegance, legacy, and love.

As if that weren’t enough, Andrea also serves as Director of Marketing and Communications for the WIPA (Wedding International Professionals Association) Dallas-Fort Worth chapter, where she mentors others and fosters collaboration in the events industry.

Andrea Cole proves that you don’t need to choose between creative passion and commercial success—you can have both. She’s redefined what it means to be a founder, showing that entrepreneurship can be deeply personal, purpose-driven, and powerfully feminine.

In a world that often urges women to play it safe, Andrea chose to build a brand from love, lead
with authenticity, and scale with integrity. Her journey is a masterclass in how to turn meaning into momentum.

Final Petal of Wisdom

Andrea Cole didn’t just preserve a bouquet—she preserved a moment, a memory, and a movement. Her company, dbandrea®, stands as a reminder to all that the most powerful businesses aren’t always born in a boardroom.

Sometimes, they bloom in living rooms, sparked by heart—and led by women who dare to dream.

Why Andrea’s Story Matters

Women are often told to “stay in their lane,” Andrea forged her own path. Her story is a blueprint for anyone who’s wondered if they could turn a creative spark into a sustainable, scalable brand.

She didn’t raise venture capital. She didn’t wait for permission. She believed in her product, built a community around it, and let the results speak for themselves. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, Andrea’s story is a powerful reminder: creativity is currency, and passion is strategy.

Start with meaning.
Passion projects have power.
Perfect your craft.
She mastered preservation techniques before scaling.
Build community.
Her leadership role in WIPA keeps her connected.
Elevate the industry.
She’s not just selling a service—she’s redefining one.