The NFDA International Convention & Expo, taking place September 10-13 in Las Vegas, will feature the world’s largest funeral service trade show, offering the newest products, services and innovations from around the world. You won’t want to miss your best opportunity to discover new products and services to help you better serve families and build your business. 

The Expo Hall will be open September 11 and 12 from noon to 5 p.m.; and September 13 from 9 a.m. to noon.

NFDA Booth Showcase

Be sure to visit the NFDA booths in the Expo Hall where you can learn about: 

• Saving time and money with NFDA Endorsed Providers – booths #1522-1528
• Resources for connecting with consumers through Remembering A Life – booth #761
  • Get a free deck of the new Remembering A Life Journey Cards! 
• How to hire quality employees or find a job using NFDA’s Funeral Career Center – booth #1527
• Staying informed with NFDA Publications – booth #762
• How you can join NFDA’s Advocacy Division in creating change in D.C. – booth #791
  • On Monday, September 11, enjoy a Bloody Mary Bar from 1-3 p.m. 
• One of the profession’s top podcasts, A Brush With Death – booth #761

Salute to Service Pavilion

The Salute to Service Pavilion has become a popular destination in the Expo Hall. In this special area, attendees can learn about funeral and burial benefits for veterans from representatives of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Mortuary Affairs, the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations and Army Military Funeral Honors. 

Making an exclusive appearance in the Salute to Service Pavilion during the NFDA Convention is the Global War on Terror Memorial Flag created by Veterans and Athletes United. This moving work of art travels throughout the United States, creating awareness of the sacrifices made by our nation’s heroes during the Global War on Terror. This 28-foot wide by six-foot tall American flag symbolizes the shape of the flag when draped on a fallen service member’s casket. It was created with 7,000 dog tags of all those who have fallen during the War on Terror and features 50 gold stars honoring all Gold Star families nationwide. 

Displayed in front of the flag is a battlefield cross sculpted in mahogany by veteran artist Alicia Dietz.

As we the sacrifices of those who died during the Global War on Terror, we also commit to making our country and world a better place. Near the Global War on Terror Flag attendees will find a peace wall on which they can share how they will work to promote peace in the world.

Pause for Paws

Funeral home owners who want to discover the benefits a therapy dog can bring to their firm – and meet certified dogs and puppies-in-training – should visit the Pause for Paws booth (#861), sponsored by Ultimate Canine and Funeral Home Gifts.

Other Expo Happenings

Monday, September 11

• Chosen Payments, Oxygen Bar, 12-5 p.m. – booth #1963
• Funeral365, Bourbon Tasting, 12-4 p.m. – booth #1111
• Homesteaders, Ice Cream Social, 1-4 p.m. – booth #1623
• Madelyn, Massage Oasis, 12-5 p.m. – booth #1439
• Physicians Mutual, Champagne Extravaganza, 12-4 p.m. – booth #1447
• Ring Ring Marketing, Carnival Fun and Food, 12-4 p.m. – booth #1103
• USA Today Network/Obituaries, Cookie Baking Station, 12:30-4:30 p.m. – booth #1358
• NFDA Tailgate Exchange Lounge, Mini Education Sessions, 1-4 p.m. – booth #753

Tuesday, September 12

• Chosen Payments, Oxygen Bar, 12-5 p.m. – booth #1963
• Madelyn, Massage Oasis, 12-5 p.m. – booth #1439
• Physicians Mutual, Champagne Extravaganza, 12-4 p.m. – booth #1447
• Ring Ring Marketing, Carnival Fun and Food, 12-4 p.m. – booth #1103
• USA Today Network/Obituaries, Cookie Baking Station, 12:30-4:30 p.m. – booth #1358
• NFDA Tailgate Exchange Lounge, Mini Education Sessions, 1-4 p.m. – booth #753

Wednesday, September 13

• Madelyn, Massage Oasis, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. – booth #1439
• Physicians Mutual, Champagne Extravaganza, 9a.m.-12 p.m. – booth #1447
• Ring Ring Marketing, Carnival Fun and Food, 9a.m.-12 p.m. – booth #1103

The latest information, including information on how to register and make hotel reservations, is available at www.nfda.org/Convention or by calling 800-228-6332.