Agenda

8 a.m. Tee Time Begins
ChampionsGate Golf Course at the Omni Orlando Resort 
The International Course boasts a raw design of a rustic "down under" style of a coastal links course from Greg Norman's homeland, but with new turf surfaces that will allow conditions to be firm and fast for longer drives and will provide more challenging putting experiences on larger more undulating greens. 

The International Course was recently ranked no. 9 in the top overall ranked courses by GOLF Advisor. The 7,363-yard links-style International Course is home to sprawling greens and wind-swept dunes, featuring 18 of the most dramatic and challenging holes in the state.

Includes: Golf cart, range, transportation to/from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, drinks on course, lunch, and prizes.

4 - 5:45 p.m.
Registration & Check-in

6 - 7 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Location: Yacht Club Marina

7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Registration

7:30 - 8 a.m.
Continental Breakfast

8 - 9:15 a.m.
Welcome & National Emerging Leaders Introductions
Randall Anderson, CFSP, CCO, President of NFDA Board of Directors
Meet the 2022-23 Candidates: NFDA Officers and At-large Representatives

9:15 - 9:30 a.m.
Break

9:30 - 10:20 a.m.
2021-22 National Emerging Leaders Capstone Presentations

10:20 - 10:50 a.m.
2021-22 National Emerging Leaders Graduation
Help celebrate the inaugural class!

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Breakouts by Office
Discuss topics related to your specific role on the board while sharing ideas that are important to your association’s success.

12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Service on the NFDA Board of Directors
Wondering what it takes to serve on the NFDA Board of Directors? Join us for this brief, informal presentation, and open Q & A session. NFDA Board members Dutch Nie and Randy Anderson will provide an overview of the expectations and commitments (financial, travel and time) and the process for seeking a position.

7 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Registration

7:30 - 8 a.m.
Continental Breakfast

8 - 8:15 a.m.
Introduction
Randall Anderson, CFSP, CCO, President of NFDA Board of Directors

8:15 - 9:15 a.m.
Association Management Topic
Sheri Jacobs, CAE, CEO & President, Avenue M Group

9:15 - 9:30 a.m.
Break

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Issues Forum – Workforce Development Challenges & Opportunities
Moderated by Sheri Jacobs, CAE, CEO & President, Avenue M Group

10:40 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Voting for At-large NFDA Board of Directors Candidates
This is an open session; however, only designated state association representatives are eligible to vote.

12 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Randall Anderson, CFSP, CCO, President of NFDA Board of Directors

12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Bonus Session - Succession Solved: How to Sell a Business
Tim Bridgers, Senior Vice President of Funeral Home and Cemetery Lending, Live Oak Bank
After investing years of hard work to build a business with value and purpose, it’s critical to carefully consider your options for succession. A properly executed succession can ensure your legacy and fund your retirement, so it’s important to understand the risks and challenges involved.

Through Live Oak Bank’s years of industry experience, their funeral and cemetery lending team has learned a thing or two about what makes a succession successful. In Bridgers will cover the key elements of preparing to sell your business. From choosing a successor to maximizing business value, you’ll be able to take these ideas back to your business and start planning for your future.

6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
A Magical Evening at EPCOT®
Attendees will enjoy cocktails and dinner in an exclusive, reserved area inside EPCOT®. Attendees will savor in delectable desserts overlooking the World Showcase while enjoying the nighttime spectacular Harmonious, which showcases an innovative combination of floating giant screens, choreographed moving fountains, lights, pyrotechnics and lasers accompanied by music and film from various Disney© movies.

7 - 10 a.m.
Registration

7:30 - 8 a.m.
Continental Breakfast

8 - 8:15 a.m.
Introduction
Randall Anderson, CFSP, CCO, President of NFDA Board of Directors

8:15 - 9:45 a.m.
Panel Discussion: The State of Funeral Service Post Pandemic
Moderator: Chris Farmer, NFDA General Counsel
Jay Dietz, Vice President of Operations, Vertin Group
Jay Dodds, President & Chief Operations Officer, Park Lawn Corporation
Vern Pixley, Senior Managing Director, Service Corporation International
Kent Robertson, President & Chief Executive Officer, Foundation Partners Group
Bill Wimberly, Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Legacy Funeral Group

9:45 - 10 a.m.
Break

10 - 11 a.m.
Knowing What You’re FOR
Jeff Henderson, Author, Speaker, Business Strategist
The world has changed. It’s no longer about being known as the best company in the world. It’s about being known as the best company FOR the world. In this day and age, consumers are seeking meaningful brands that are known for something more than making money and providing a service. People expect brands to contribute to well-being and quality of life, and those are the companies that get their business. Jeff will help you identify and close the gaps between what you want to be known FOR and what you actually are known FOR, by both your customers and your team.

11 a.m. 
Closing Remarks
Randall Anderson, CFSP, CCO, President of NFDA Board of Directors