NFDA Names Chris Farmer as General Counsel October 07, 2021 Look for an exclusve interview with Chris Farmer in the October 7, 2021, issue of the Memorial Business Journal. The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is pleased to announce that Christopher L. Farmer will join the association’s staff as its new general couns...
A Brush With Death Episode #29: Convention Preview Series – Part 1 October 01, 2021 The NFDA International Convention & Expo is only a few weeks away and, in the newest episode of A Brush With Death, we’re giving you a glimpse into some of the amazing education sessions planned for this event. Host Gabe Schauf interviews three of our presenters: Bill...
Expanded Tax Benefits for Businesses that Give to Charity During 2021 October 01, 2021 The Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020, enacted last December, provides several provisions to businesses that give to charity. The new law generally extends through the end of 2021 two temporary tax changes originally enacted by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security ...
Recognizing Depression October 01, 2021 It’s normal to be sad or irritable from time to time. But if you can’t seem to shake those feelings, you might have depression. Changes in sleep, appetite, energy, and focus are other tell-tale signs that something is not right. The NFDA Work/Life Resource Program (EAP), a benefit of you...
Making Music Together in Nashville September 30, 2021 In just a few weeks, we'll be in Nashville for the 2021 NFDA International Convention & Expo (October 17-20). This is your chance to reunite with colleagues, reexplore the way you conduct business, and renew your passion for this rewarding career. The historic “Music City” is kno...
Find Inspiration in Music City September 23, 2021 We're returning to Nashville for the 2021 NFDA International Convention & Expo (October 17-20). This is your chance to reunite with colleagues, reexplore the way you conduct business, and renew your passion for this rewarding career. NFDA has added a third keynote speaker to its line-up of e...
NFDA and FSAC Bringing the Professional Women’s Conference Back to Canada September 20, 2021 The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), in partnership with the Funeral Service Association of Canada (FSAC), will host the second ever Professional Women’s Conference – Canada. Known as the profession’s leading gathering for women in funeral service, the event in Canada...
Funeral Service Foundation Opens Applications for Academic, Professional Women’s Conference and Career Development Scholarships September 20, 2021 The Funeral Service Foundation is now accepting online applications for academic scholarships, Professional Women’s Conference scholarships, and Career Development scholarships. Click here to learn more and apply today.
A Partnership to Advance Science September 17, 2021 Helping families plan for a meaningful end-of-life experience is at the heart of what NFDA members do for families – and now there’s an additional way to help families find meaning in their loved one’s death, particularly when planning in advance. The Brain Donor Project is a no...
Tell Congress You Want Better Health Insurance Coverage September 17, 2021 Recently, The Association Health Plans Act of 2021 (H.R. 4547) was introduced in the House. This bill would expand healthcare options and lower costs for small businesses and individuals that belong to an association. What is an association health plan? In its simplest sense, an association he...