Friday, March 29, 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.

How Perceived Value and Cremation Terminology Can Change Your Business

We are beginning to see a much-needed shift in the way our profession thinks about, talks about, and sells cremation services to families.

Randy Anderson Installed as President of the National Funeral Directors Association

Randall P. “Randy” Anderson, CFSP, CCO, of Radney Funeral Home in Alexander City, Alabama, was installed today as 2021-22 president of the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA).

CANA: Families Prefer Experience Over Extravagance

Today, it is more important than ever to understand the wishes of the people arranging the funeral and help them plan personalized tributes that honor the life lived.

The National Funeral Directors Association Recognizes Passare with the 2021 NFDA Innovation Award

Today, the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) presented Passare with the 2021 NFDA Innovation Award during its International Convention & Expo.

The Art of Maintaining Discipline in All Aspects of Your Firm

Plans look great on paper because they reflect what we know we should do. Execution can be difficult because “working the plan” demands discipline; sometimes the plan requires us to be leaders, and leading can be hard.

Life Forest® Cemetery Presents G.I.S Technology at Green Burial Council’s Annual Conference

Life Forest is the first cemetery to legally offer burial of human and pet composted and cremated remains in a deed-recorded cemetery plot where the bereaved can plant a tree to serve as a memorial marker.
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Harnessing the Long-Lasting Power of Video

We know a video is powerful enough to stand the test of time and has the ability to live on through generations, but how can you utilize this power for your funeral home in a similar and long-lasting way?

MKJ Marketing’s 2022 Scheduled Seminars

Every year, funeral home, cremation, and cemetery professionals look forward to MKJ Marketing seminars, knowing they will address the most pressing issues the industry is facing while offering accommodations in locations that foster imagination, collaboration, and inspiration. 2022 will be no exception.

I Applied to the FEMA COVID Funeral Assistance Program: Here’s What I Learned

I was able to apply as a “co-applicant” on behalf of several clients who had suffered a loss due to COVID and below is a synopsis of my experience so you can know what to expect in the process of applying and timeline for receiving a check.