Be a Virtual Participant in the End Well Symposium November 13, 2023 As NFDA previously reported, it is a proud Community Partner for End Well Symposium 2023 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles on November 16. Even if you can’t attend in person, you can attend the event virtually for free! End Well (www.endwellproject.org), a nonprofit dedicated t...
Scammers Targeting Veterans November 13, 2023 Last week, the FTC sent out an alert about scammers targeting veterans and offering to assist with paperwork related to funeral and burial benefits. You can read the FTC’s alert here; you may wish to share this news with veterans in your community via social media and remind your community how...
Take Note – Important Change to Employment Laws November 13, 2023 So that you can focus on serving families, NFDA is always on the lookout for changes in laws and regulations that impact you and your business. NFDA Endorsed Provider SESCO Management Consultants recently shared that the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has issued a new joint employer rule. &nb...
Renew Your NFDA Membership, Save 10% with the Exclusive Business Card November 10, 2023 As 2023 winds down, smart funeral directors use the NFDA Business Card to maximize savings on essential expenses like NFDA membership renewal. Pay your 2024 dues with the card and earn an outsized 10% cashback** to substantially reduce this critical investment's impact. The NFDA Card, showcas...
Join the Krewe of Presenters for the 2024 NFDA International Convention & Expo in New Orleans November 01, 2023 The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) asks funeral service professionals interested in presenting an education session during its 2024 International Convention & Expo to submit proposals by December 31. The 2024 NFDA Convention will take place October 20-23 in New Orleans, Louisiana....
Funeral Service Foundation Welcomes Four New Trustees and Elects 2023-24 Executive Committee October 31, 2023 The Funeral Service Foundation’s Board of Trustees welcomed four new trustees and elected its 2023-24 Executive Committee during its Annual Meeting, held last month during the NFDA International Convention & Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. Click here to read the full announcement.
An Unexpected Calling Through Loss October 27, 2023 Fifteen years ago, Janet McGee left the funeral profession due to burnout. In 2016, a very unexpected loss reignited Janet's passion to not only return but to take on the role of funeral educator. In this month’s episode of A Brush With Death, Janet shares her story of loss, how it brou...
NFDA Formally Thanks Sponsors of Body Broker Bill October 27, 2023 We’re proud to be an unwavering advocate for you, your business, and our profession. Your issues are our issues. That’s why, on behalf of a number of supporters, NFDA thanked the members of Congress who introduced the “Consensual Donation and Research Integrity Act” (S. 2191/...
NFDA Files Comments with FTC Urging “Modest Changes” to Recusal Process October 27, 2023 We’re proud to be an unwavering advocate for you, your business, and our profession. Your issues are our issues. That’s why NFDA filed comments with the Federal Trade Commission calling on the commission to make “modest changes” to its recusal process to ensure that potential...
“Make the Connection” for Veterans in Your Community October 27, 2023 We’d like to introduce you to Make the Connection (MTC, www.maketheconnection.net), a vital mental health resource designed for veterans, by veterans. Whether it's the challenges associated with military service or the impact of current events, MTC offers a platform where veterans can find...