Leadership Conference

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Thank you for attending the 2026 Leadership Conference in Louisville, KY. We’re thankful so many of you were able to participate in this invigorating retreat to enhance your leadership skills.

Mark your calendars for next year. The Leadership Conference will take place:
July 11 – 14, 2027
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa
Santa Ana Pueblo, NM

The 2026 Leadership Conference: Louisville Through Our Lens

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Designed for funeral service professionals at every stage of leadership, this program brings together current leaders, emerging leaders, volunteer leaders and association executives who are committed to advancing the profession. Whether you lead a firm, serve on a state association board, manage a team, or aspire to step into a greater leadership role, this experience offers valuable insight, connection, and professional growth. Attendees will gain practical strategies, fresh perspectives and meaningful networking opportunities to strengthen their leadership skills and help shape the future of funeral service.

NFDA has created a toolkit to help you organize and articulate the costs and — more importantly — the benefits for your professional growth and your organization. 
Justification Toolkit
Letter Template
Conference Expense Workbook 
Event Summary Action Template 
Best practices in association management, leadership development topics, keynote speakers, the latest news in legal and advocacy efforts, and facilitated discussions on current challenges and opportunities in funeral service.
Ample opportunity for networking with your peers in the Breakout by Office sessions as well as social events. You’ll meet the candidates for the NFDA Board of Directors Officers prior to the election. Voting for the At-large Representatives on the NFDA Board of Directors takes place during Leadership Conference.

Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors!