Saturday, April 27, 2024

NFDA Convention: Funeral Directors from Across the Country Reunite in Nashville

While the 2020 NFDA International Convention & Expo took place in a virtual format, 2021 was the time for funeral directors, vendors, and deathcare professionals to gather in person at Nashville’s Music City Center from Oct. 17 to 20.

NFDA Seeks Presenters for 2022 International Convention & Expo

The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) asks funeral service professionals interested in presenting an education session during its 2022 International Convention & Expo to submit proposals by December 31.

Leader Links: Funeral Profession Finding New Ways to Reach Consumers

From the “Death Positive” movement in Austin, TX, to the rare access to a funeral for a Brazilian tribe chief, the funeral industry reaches every part of the world, and here’s the roundup of the most recent links to keep you informed.

FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program Reaches Over $1.2 Billion

FEMA has provided over $1.2 billion to more than 196,000 people to assist with COVID-19-related funeral costs for deaths occurring on or after Jan. 20, 2020.

CANA’s Cremation Symposium Returns

For many people, CANA’s 2020 Cremation Symposium would be the final in-person industry conference they attended for months.

Excess Death and the Future of Deathcare

The results from extensive research on contemporary death rates pre-COVID, the impact of the pandemic, and what this means for the future of deathcare may surprise you.

FEMA Distributes Over $1.47 Billion to COVID Funeral Fund Applicants

FEMA has provided over $1.47 billion to nearly 226,000 people to assist with COVID-19-related funeral costs for deaths occurring on or after Jan. 20, 2020.

CANA’s 2022 Symposium Puts Your Story Center Stage

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the funeral profession works better together.

How Aesthetics and Perceived Value Impact Your Funeral Business

For years, funeral industry professionals and the general public alike have turned to cremation as a “cheap option” when it comes to disposition. However, we are beginning to see an expansion in how the deathcare industry is framing cremation for families.

Speers Group of Companies Joins Anthem Partners

Anthem Partners, a premier operator of funeral homes and cemeteries, has announced that the Speers Group of Companies has joined Anthem Partners.