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2022 Conference Schedule

Embalming & Restorative Art Seminar

Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
5808 Baum Blvd  |  Pittsburgh, PA
April 28-29, 2022

NFDA invites you to join leading experts in restorative art and embalming for an exceptional seminar for novice and seasoned embalming professionals.

  • Hands-on skull reconstruction using various techniques
  • Hands-on, life-like restorations with the exclusive Headzo models
  • Complete restorative art instrumentation and toolkit to take home
  • Practice cosmetic application methods to present a completed project
  • Discuss various contemporary RA and embalming topics throughout the seminar

Due to an overwhelming response to attend this event, space for the Embalming & Restorative Art Seminar is now full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact a Member Services Representative at 1-800-228-6332 Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time. Thank you.

Professional Women’s Conference

Confidente Hotel
Miami, FL
April 29 - May 1, 2022

As the premier event for women in the funeral service profession, the Professional Women’s Conference offers you the opportunity to generate new ideas for your business, network with other women in the funeral service profession, and create lasting relationships – all in a fun, dynamic environment!

Participate in a variety of interesting, informative seminars that will provide new ideas for your business and for serving families. You’ll gain fresh perspectives and add new ideas to your toolkit that you can implement immediately.

Due to an overwhelming response to attend this event, space for the Professional Women's Conference is now full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact a Member Services Representative at 1-800-228-6332 Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time. Thank you.

Advocacy Summit

A Message Concerning the Cancelation of the 2022 Advocacy Summit

Your health and well-being is our greatest concern. For this reason, and given the current political climate in Washington, D.C., the NFDA Board of Directors does not feel it is in the best interest of our members to hold our annual in-person Advocacy Summit in May. Please be assured we are looking into alternatives that would allow virtual contact with your federal legislators later in 2022. At this time, we are planning to resume our in-person Advocacy Summit event in 2023.

Leadership Conference

Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
July 10-13, 2022 | Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Join us at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, Florida July 10-13 for the NFDA Leadership Conference. You can count on informative sessions, networking opportunities and ideas you can use. This event will leave you inspired, invigorated, and ready to take on the issues of the day!

This is a perfect opportunity to step outside your business to take your leadership skills to the next level.

What you'll experience:

  • Hear from top-rated experts and discuss the future of funeral service
  • Participate in stimulating breakout sessions
  • Uncover the challenges and opportunities in today's business environment
  • Sharpen your leadership abilities or begin your journey here

Register Today!

Meet the Mentors

Emory Conference Center Hotel
August 14-16, 2022 | Atlanta, Georgia

Each year, NFDA randomly selects 50 members who are 40 years of age or younger, or new to the profession (first licensed within the last five years), to participate in an exclusive meeting with some of the profession’s leading funeral directors.

All you have to do for your chance to participate is enter the drawing and submit a letter of good standing from your employer! 

And here's the best part... thanks to a grant from the Funeral Service Foundation, the program is free for up to 50 people randomly selected to attend. (You only pay for your transportation to the program!) 

The registration fee, access to amazing mentors, two nights of lodging, a reception and meals during the program (more than a $799 value) are covered by the Funeral Service Foundation to provide support in your funeral service career. 

The application process is open April 18 - May 18, 2022. 

Selected participants will be notified in early June.

NFDA International Convention & Expo

October 9-12, 2022
Baltimore, MD

Join thousands of funeral service professionals from around the world at the annual NFDA International Convention & Expo! This amazing event offers the best in networking, education, the world’s largest funeral service Expo, and so much more! Get your future in focus and prepare for the experience of a lifetime. 

Reconnect with your friends and colleagues while earning CE hours and experiencing what’s new in the profession.

Registration opens July 1, 2022