Edward J Defort- Editor in Chief
Oversees and provides vision to NFDA's Publications Department. Responsible for directing the editorial content and production of all NFDA publications and writing high profile columns/articles targeted to funeral directors and consumer markets.
Phone: 609-815-8145

Dawn M. Behr - Managing Editor
Provides for the development, research, writing and editing of the editorial material for The Director magazine.
Phone: 262-814-1526

Gordon Nason –Graphic Designer
Designs and produces the graphics for The Director magazine, as well as house ads, collaterals and other related Association materials as assigned.
Phone: 262-814-1570

Gail Marquardt - Communications Director
Provide leadership in the development, oversight, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive communications plan aligned with the association's strategic plan. Assure effective integration of communication strategies in the association's programs, services, and advocacy initiatives.
Phone: 262-814-1573

Dawn Albrecht - Communications Manager
Responsible for creating and implementing strategies to further knowledge, understanding, and positive recognition for NFDA products, services, members and the funeral service profession. Develop and/or edit copy for electronic newsletter, brochures, fliers, etc to be used as news vehicles and to promote programs and services.
Phone: 262-814-1524

Scott High – Graphics Coordinator
Manages all stages of a wide variety of print and electronic communications materials and maintains positive working relationships with outside vendors.
Phone: 262-814-1542

Jessica Koth - Public Relations Manager
Responsible for the development and overall management of NFDA's external communications and community relations strategy. Creates and maintains programs to further the knowledge, understanding and acceptance of the funeral service profession, NFDA and its members. Responsible for NFDA's public affairs communications efforts.
Phone: 262-814-1536