National Emerging Leaders Program: Applications Due April 15 April 11, 2024 You have just a few weeks left to submit your application for the 2024-25 NFDA National Emerging Leaders Program! Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. CT on April 15. Just 20 lucky funeral service professionals will have an opportunity to supercharge their careers and begin their jo...
Unlocking Savings: The Benefits of Joining NFDA Exclusive Offers April 01, 2024 In the world of funeral homes, managing increasing costs while maintaining quality service is crucial. To meet the growing needs of its members, Mercantile (the company behind the NFDA Business Credit Card) partnered with NFDA to create NFDA Exclusive Offers. By leveraging Mercantile’s vendor ...
SESCO to Host Webinar Series on Vital HR Topics March 27, 2024 NFDA Endorsed Provider for human resources services SESCO Management Consultants has announced their 2024 educational webinar series. If you are interested in participating, register early as events fill up quickly. March 20, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. EST: Core HR Systems That Every Business Needs...
Scholarship Deadlines Approaching – Apply Today March 27, 2024 The Funeral Service Foundation recognizes the importance of education and professional development in building a successful and fulfilling career in funeral service. Their transformative academic and professional development scholarships and opportunities will help you take your career to the next l...
FTC Issues Warning About Scammers Pretending to be Agency Staff March 21, 2024 The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a warning today about scammers pretending to be agency staff - even using the names of real FTC employees - to steal money from consumers. In the notice issued on on March 19, the FTC noted, "The FTC will never tell consumers to move their mone...
Beware of Hotel Scammers March 19, 2024 The scammers are starting earlier and earlier every year! Recently, NFDA heard from members who received emails and phone calls offering hotels for the 2024 NFDA International Convention & Expo, taking place October 20-23 in New Orleans. Registration and the NFDA's official housing b...
Major Victory for NFDA and Funeral Service: U.S. EPA Finds Formaldehyde Used for Embalming Is Not Regulated Under the Toxic Substances Control Act March 15, 2024 NFDA to host free member webinar on March 27 about the draft risk assessment. Earlier today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its draft of its determination of the health and environmental risks of formaldehyde under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for comment and pe...
Tune In: The Wired Mortician March 15, 2024 Although he is a licensed funeral director, Victor Sweeney from DuBore Funeral Home in Warren, Minnesota, has been featured on a growing number of podcasts. While his videos have been seen by tens of millions, his main priorities are: being a good husband, raising his four children, practicing his f...
Apply Now: Certified Celebrant Training Scholarships March 15, 2024 The Funeral Service Foundation will award 10 scholarships will for Certified Celebrant Training, hosted by NFDA and offered in partnership with Insight Institute. Open to all those who are verifiably affiliated with at least one funeral home and are interested in becoming a Certified Celebrant, the ...
New – Remembering A Life Journey Cards March 15, 2024 Looking for the perfect aftercare gift for grieving families? Remembering A Life Journey Cards help individuals and families explore memories of their loved ones in meaningful ways, providing them with the opportunity to reflect and share stories with others. Each of the 52 Journey Cards features an...