We're Excited to be With You in Las Vegas September 10, 2023 We're so excited to spend time with you in Las Vegas during the 2023 NFDA International Convention & Expo. If you haven’t yet registered, we still want to see you! Please register by calling 800-228-6332 or send an email to NFDA@NFDA.org. You can also register onsite. Here are a few things you need to know: Before You Go, Download the My NFDA Mobile App You'll need it! Get the most from your conference experience with the mobile app sponsored by Tribute Technology! You'll find features like daily schedules, speaker information, attendee networking and more. You must use the app to receive CE credit. Download the "MY NFDA" app in the Apple Store or Android Play Store. (This is a brand new app – last year’s convention app will not work!) Open the app. Click on the event and then "Select This Event." On login option screen, select "Log In with an Email Link." Type in your email address and click "Send Link." Tip: You must use the email address you used when registering. Have questions? Our helpful staff at the registration desk can help you download and get into the app. Ride the Loop Looking for a quick, convenient way to get from Resorts World to the Las Vegas Convention Center – West Hall? Just ride the Vegas Loop! The Vegas Loop runs between Resorts World (station is next to the giant globe) and the West Hall of the Convention Center (station is in the west side of the building). The cost is $4.50 per day (unlimited rides per day). Tickets can be purchased via a QR code posted at the Resorts World Station. The Vegas Loop will run: Saturday, Sept 9: 7:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. & 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12: 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thanks to Homesteaders Life Company, the first 500 attendees will enjoy one full day of free rides on The Vegas Loop on Monday, Sept. 11. Pick up Your Badge The first thing you should do when you arrive at the convention center is swing by the convention registration desk to print your badge using our badge printing kiosks! The registration desk is located in the Las Vegas Convention Center – West Hall Rooms 106-109. Registration staff will be on hand to lend a hand if you have questions. If you haven’t registered, want to upgrade your Expo pass to experience the full convention, or need to purchase tickets for the Under 40 Party, our registration team will be happy to assist you. Attendees must wear their badge at all times during convention, this is your ticket into sessions, the expo hall, etc. Don’t Miss NFDA Central Discover everything you need to achieve more in your business, community and life! NFDA Membership: If you’re not already a member, this is the perfect time to join the world’s largest funeral service association. Discover how NFDA can provide you with the resources you need, when you need them, to help you and your firm adapt and grow in the future. If you are an NFDA member, then stop by to renew your membership and/or music/webcasting license. Plus receive a free gift when you renew your NFDA firm membership. NFDA Store: Looking for a perfect gift for the families you serve, or resources that will help you be more successful in work and life? The NFDA Store offers convenient one- stop shopping for all the resources you need, including books, community-outreach materials, novelty items, NFDA merchandise and Remembering A Life items. NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Program: Visit the Pursuit of Excellence Program booth in NFDA Central to get to know the 2023 honorees and leave inspired by their creative ideas for serving families and communities. Plus, start your journey toward earning this prestigious recognition; when you register for the 2024 program year, you’ll receive a special convention-only discount! Funeral Service Foundation: The Foundation awards a variety of academic and professional-development scholarships, offers free professional and community resources, and makes grants to organizations that advance its mission of investing in people and programs to strengthen funeral service and lift up grieving communities. Visit the foundation’s booth (just outside the Expo Hall near NFDA Central) to learn about scholarships and resources that support every stage of your career, and how you can make a gift that will impact the profession. Something for Everyone Have you picked the education sessions you’re going to attend? There’s more than 30 to choose from, so check out the schedule online or in the app. (Pro Tip: use the Schedule feature in the app to create a schedule of the sessions you’re planning to attend). Get Inspired Don’t miss our general sessions! We have three amazing keynote speakers – Suneel Gupta, Mark Schulman and Dennis Yu – as well as the All-Star Recognition Ceremony and Service of Remembrance. Add them to your schedule in the app! Explore the Expo Don’t miss a thing in the Expo Hall! The NFDA Convention features the world’s largest funeral service trade show, offering the newest products, services and innovations from around the world. You won’t want to miss your best opportunity to discover new products and services to help you better serve families and build your business. Be sure to look for the Salute to Service Pavilion, the NFDA Booth Showcase, the Tailgate Exchange education sessions and other fun activities. Have a Question? If you have a question or need anything while you’re onsite just look for an NFDA staff person and they’ll be happy to help answer your question or point you in the right direction. We wish you safe travels … see you in Las Vegas!