Yolanda Jolivette Amos is a proud native Houstonian with a deep-rooted passion for the art and profession of Floriology. She will serve as the 2026 Family Reunion Event Florist, lending her expertise and creative vision to assist with décor and floral design for this special celebration.

Yolanda is the eldest daughter of the late Elizabeth Pradia Jolivette and the late Paul Jolivette, Jr. of New Orleans, Louisiana. Having attended the 2005 reunion, she is especially excited about reconnecting with family and contributing her talents to make the 2026 gathering both beautiful and memorable.

An accomplished and respected professional in the floral industry, Yolanda is an active member of the Texas State Florist Association. She recently completed a two-year term (2023-2025) as Retail Director on its Board of Directors. Yolanda holds the distinguished designation of Texas State Certified Master Florist Advance and is currently preparing to earn her Certified Floral Designer credential. She also serves as an educated committee member and Vice-Chair for the Texas Master Florist Certification Program.

Dedicated to mentoring and education, Yolanda travels throughout Texas to administer Level I and Level II floral certification testing for high school students, helping to cultivate the next generation of floral professionals.

Beyond her professional achievements, Yolanda is a devoted mother to three sons — Craig Jr., Dorian Lamonte, and Loren Jamail Amos — and a proud grandmother to seven grandchildren: Craig III., Janay, Jaydon, Pierre, Jordyn, Jackie, and Cyan Amos. She cherishes time spent traveling and vacationing with her family.

Yolanda is honored and enthusiastic to serve on the Pradia and Pradier Family Reunion Executive Board and looks forward to meeting as many family members as she can.