Happy Fourth of July! - NFDA Offices Closed July 02, 2025 “What was important wasn't the fireworks, it was that we were together this evening, together in this place, looking up into the sky at the same time.” ~Banana Yoshimoto Please note, the NFDA offices will be closed Friday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. ...
Recruitment and Retention - Real Advice from Real Funeral Directors June 30, 2025 How can funeral homes attract and retain qualified staff in today’s challenging environment? The Funeral and Memorial Information Council (FAMIC) is helping answer that question with a new series of short videos featuring real funeral professionals sharing practical, peer-driven advice. Amo...
NFDA’s Virtual Cremation Seminar Returns This August! June 30, 2025 Can’t make it to an in-person NFDA Cremation Certification Seminar? NFDA has you covered! Get certified from anywhere during our next Virtual Cremation Certification Seminar, taking place August 27-28. This program is essential for every funeral professional offering cremation services. Whe...
Think You Know Funeral Service? Prove It in Funeral Face-Off! June 30, 2025 Where are the ceruminous glands located? A. In the ear B. In the eye C. In the mouth D. Under the skin If you confidently answered A. In the ear, you just might have what it takes to compete in Funeral Face-Off, NFDA’s fun and fast-paced funeral service trivia competition! Back by ...
Discover What’s Next in Funeral Service: Explore the Expo Hall at Convention June 30, 2025 What is one of the top reasons funeral professionals choose to attend the NFDA International Convention & Expo year after year? The Expo Hall. At the 2025 NFDA Convention in Chicago (October 26-29), the world’s largest funeral service expo will once again bring together leading supplier...
Leadership Conference: Register Now and Don’t Miss the Closing Party! June 30, 2025 Time is running out to be part of NFDA’s most inspiring event of the summer. The 2025 Leadership Conference takes place August 3-6 at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California; registration closes July 25. If you haven’t secured your spot, now is the time. This energizing e...
Putting on the Finishing Touches? Pursuit of Excellence Entries Due July 15 June 30, 2025 With the July 15 deadline fast approaching, now is the time to put the finishing touches on your Pursuit of Excellence Program entry. Whether you’re nearly done or just getting started, here are a few key tips to help you finalize a strong submission: Double-check the requirements: Revie...
URGENT: Avoid $150,000+ in Penalties – Renew Your Music License NOW June 29, 2025 Imagine facing a lawsuit with penalties exceeding $150,000 just because you didn’t renew a $334 license. This could be your reality if you don’t act immediately. If you have not renewed your music license with NFDA for 2025, you are putting yourself and your business at serious legal ...
Need Help Getting to Convention? Apply for a Scholarship! June 29, 2025 Attending the 2025 NFDA International Convention & Expo is an investment in your career and the Funeral Service Foundation wants to help make it possible. The Foundation will award up to 20 scholarships, each valued at up to $2,200, covering: convention registration, up to three nights of lod...
Convention Hotel Rooms Going Fast – Book Today! June 29, 2025 Planning to attend the 2025 NFDA International Convention & Expo in Chicago? Don’t wait to reserve your hotel room! The availability of hotels is dwindling - 80.2% of NFDA rooms across all hotels are booked! Several official convention hotels are already sold out (Fairmont Chicago – ...