Funeral Service Foundation Announces Scholarships to the 2019 NFDA International Convention & Expo

Brookfield, Wis. – The Funeral Service Foundation is expanding its Foundation ’45 Awards to include up to 10 scholarships for licensed funeral directors to attend the 2019 NFDA International Convention & Expo in Chicago, October 27-30, 2019. Scholarships cover registration and event fees, and three nights standard accommodation in a convention hotel. “We take our role to support funeral directors throughout their career very seriously,” says 2018-19 Funeral Service Foundation Chair Bob Arrington. “Education has …

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3 Reasons Why You Should Be Involved in Your Recycling Process

Working in the death care industry, we understand that the families you work with are always your top priority. That’s why when it comes to choosing the best solution for the recycling of the post-cremation non organic materials, it’s not always going to be something at the top of your to-do list. In addition to meeting the needs of the families you serve, running a business, and managing employees; overseeing your recycling program can fall …

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AFCCA Board Members Advocate in Washington DC

Each year, NFDA holds it’s Advocacy Summit in Washington DC. This year our NFDA Policy Board Representative, Hillary Adair, AFCCA Board Treasurer, Steve Palmer, AFCCA Board Executive Director, Heather Long and guest Jimmy Wilson attended on behalf of our AFCCA Members to discuss important legislation that affects our industry. The Legislation H.R. 497 / S. 598: The BRAVE Act: Burial Rights for America’s Veterans’ Efforts Act of 2019 Watch the video This is third year we’ve …

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NFDA Leadership Conference: Building Passionate Funeral Service Leaders

Brookfield, Wis. – Funeral professionals who want to make a positive difference as they serve on state and national association boards and committees should make plans to attend the 2019 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Leadership Conference, which will take place July 13-16 at the spectacular Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Diego, Calif. Attendees will have ample time to relax, rejuvenate and breathe in clean ocean air, while developing their leadership skills with peers. …

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NFDA Addresses Tragic Deaths in New Public Service Announcements

When a loved one dies under tragic circumstances, some families choose to not have a funeral. They may be embarrassed and worried what others will think due to how their loved one died. Regardless of how someone died, there are, very often, memories worth commemorating. The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) has released the two public service announcements (PSA) that encourage families to memorialize their loved ones, regardless of how they died. These PSAs are …

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Well Attended Evening with Lacy Robinson

The AFCCA Board of Directors is so happy to have seen such a positive response to the “Evening with Lacy Robinson” on March 13th. We had over 70 attendees come to mix, mingle and learn that night. We are committed to offering more opportunities such as this seminar in the future, we hope that you find value in them and continue to attend! A special thank you to AFCCA President, Amie Gazda and the staff …

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Congress Acts to Support Veterans

For Immediate Release: March 1, 2019 Contact: Jessica Koth, 262-814-1536, jkoth@nfda.org NFDA and its members will advocate for a bill that would improve death benefits for veterans  Brookfield, Wis. – The Burial Rights for America’s Veterans’ Efforts (BRAVE) Act of 2019 (H.R. 497/S. 598) has been introduced in the United States Senate and House of Representatives. The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) urges the 116th Congress to pass this important legislation, which would ensure veterans …

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Q&A With Lacy Robinson: What Can I Expect from “Intelligent Conversation 101?”

You may be wondering what an evening with Lacy Robinson discussing “Intelligent Conversation 101” will entail. Luckily, Lacy is more than happy to answer and all questions that may have come to mind. Lacy, we’re looking forward to having you return to Arizona and speak to our group about how to communicate with the different generations.  I’m curious what sparked your interest in studying the generations? I’ve always felt drawn to senior adults specifically The …

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An Evening with Lacy Robinson

Intelligent Communication 101 – Meaningful Engagement with Every Generation

Join us for an evening of education, networking, light fare and beverages.

No cost for AFCCA Members • $15 for Non-Members

This interactive presentation will have you rethink and re-tool how you communicate with every person participating in making funeral arrangements.

Lacy Robinson will present powerful insights of each generation’s (Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials and Generation Z) consumer motivations. You will learn effective communication strategies resulting in more meaningful arrangement conference for all participants. Discover innovative ideas for creating life celebration events that emotionally connect every person touched by the life lived.

Excellent course for everyone at all levels within the Funeral Home or Cemetery.

ADVANCE NOTICE TO ATTENDEES: lots of ah-ha moments and note taking will occur.

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