Learn More Before You Vote!

Who will help lead NFDA into the future? To help you get to know the individuals seeking your vote in the upcoming election for seats on the NFDA Board of Directors, a virtual candidate forum was held and is now available for on-demand viewing.

In this informative session, each candidate shared their vision for the profession and spoke about their leadership experience. This is a valuable opportunity to hear directly from the individuals who want to represent you and the future of funeral service.

Watch the forum and meet the candidates at NFDA.org/Elections.

2025 Election Information

Qualified NFDA members will cast their votes for officers on the Board of Directors via electronic ballot from June 12–25. Those elected will serve a one-year term beginning after the 2025 NFDA International Convention & Expo. The individual elected as president-elect will automatically assume the role of president following the 2026 Convention.

• President-elect:
  • Chris E. Christian, CFSP, CCO – Rogersville, TN
• Treasurer:
  • Steven Spann, CFSP, CCO – Dickson, TN
• Secretary:
  • Homer E. Elwood Jr., CFSP, CCO – Clinton, SC
  • Ellen Wynn McBrayer, CFSP, CPC, CCO – Villa Rica, GA

State association representatives will elect two at-large representatives to the NFDA Board of Directors during the Leadership Conference, August 3–6 in Napa, California. These individuals will serve two-year terms beginning after the 2025 Convention.

• At-Large Candidates:
  • Carlos D. Black – Mobile, AL
  • Christopher Costello – New Orleans, LA

Visit NFDA.org/Elections to view candidate bios, election details and to watch the virtual forum.