Last Chance for Early-Bird Savings: Register for the 2026 Professional Women’s Conference February 06, 2026 February 16 is the last day to save on registration for the 2026 NFDA Professional Women’s Conference, taking place May 6–9 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. If this conference has ever been on your radar, now is the moment to act. Designed by and for women in funeral service, the Professio...
When Words Matter: A Must-Read Guide for Every Funeral Professional February 06, 2026 The words we use shape how families experience one of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. That’s why NFDA’s newest research-based guide, "When Words Matter: A Funeral Director’s Guide to Clear & Compassionate Communication," is essential reading for every fune...
Last Call: Nominate an Inspiring Woman for the 2026 Inspiration Award February 06, 2026 Women across funeral service lead with compassion, strength and purpose every day by supporting grieving families, mentoring colleagues and strengthening their communities. The NFDA Inspiration Award, presented annually at the NFDA Professional Women’s Conference, honors a woman whose work tru...
Mental Health Hub: Ease Anxiety February 06, 2026 By SupportLinc, NFDA's Member Assistance Program Anxiety is the mind and body’s reaction to stressful and unfamiliar situations. It's common to feel anxious from time to time, but prolonged worry might begin to interfere with your daily life, relationships and overall health. When a...
Save With NFDA: Start Planning Your Summer Getaway Now February 06, 2026 Winter may still be in full swing, but now is the perfect time to start planning your summer vacation, and NFDA’s Discount Advantage Program can help you save before the busy travel season begins. Available exclusively to NFDA members, the Discount Advantage Program offers valuable discou...
Last Chance to Register: Don’t Miss NFDA’s “Disposition Demystified” Virtual Conference February 06, 2026 Families are asking tougher questions than ever about disposition and funeral professionals are expected to have clear, confident answers. This is your last chance to register for NFDA’s 2026 virtual conference, Disposition Demystified, taking place February 17–18. Registration closes Mo...
NFDA Announces Tribute Technology Sponsorship of Arranger Training Program February 05, 2026 Partnership supports gold-standard training that helps funeral professionals better serve today’s familie. The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is pleased to announce that Tribute Technology is a sponsor of NFDA’s Arranger Training program, a highly regarded educational e...
Recommendations for Employers Regarding ICE Enforcement Actions January 26, 2026 by Chris Farmer, NFDA General Counsel As everyone in United States is aware, there have recently been Executive Orders signed by President Trump regarding the enforcement of immigration policies which has resulted in an increase in federal enforcement throughout the country by Immigration ...
Celebrating 40 Years of Leadership: Christine Pepper January 24, 2026 On January 27, NFDA CEO Christine Pepper marks an extraordinary milestone: 40 years of service to the National Funeral Directors Association and the funeral service profession. Four decades ago, Christine walked through NFDA’s doors into a profession that looked very different from the one ...
Scam Alert: Sophisticated “Band for a Memorial Service” Scheme Resurfaces January 23, 2026 NFDA has been made aware of a new variation of a band-related scam that resulted in a significant financial loss for a funeral home. The incident underscores just how convincing – and costly – these schemes have become. In this case, a caller posing as a family member requested a memo...