Podcasts about national funeral directors association

On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host Gabe Schauf, is joined by Sabena Nanji, founder of FIOH, to learn how funeral directors can use it to simplify the planning process and include the family every step of the way. Click here to visit FIOH About FIOH:  Forever In Our Hearts (FIOH), the revolutionary online funeral planner that's transforming how funeral directors and families navigate the planning process—from the first call to the final service. FIOH isn't just another digital tool; it's a comprehensive platform designed to reduce paperwork and give funeral directors more time to focus on what truly matters: supporting families during life's most delicate moments. The platform features a customized digital storefront where funeral directors showcase their complete range of services and packages, while our intuitive family portal brings everything together in one organized space. Families can effortlessly connect with funeral staff through secure messaging, upload and share documents and images, and keep all the details in one accessible place. FIOH also introduces a game-changing marketplace tailored to the unique challenges of the funeral industry—helping professionals seamlessly swap shifts, locate local licensed embalmers, arrange transportation, and find other essential service providers. FIOH is building a community where every member supports one another, ensuring that every funeral is handled with care, efficiency, and compassion.  

In this episode of Insight, host Ariel Backus sits down with Phil Douma, executive director of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association (MFDA). Phil shares the rich history of MFDA, founded in 1880, and its pivotal role in shaping the National Funeral Directors Association. He also reflects on his personal journey to becoming Executive Director, inspired by the loss of his father and his career in funeral services and policy. The conversation covers MFDA's services, including the master escrow plan for prepaid funerals, trends in funeral director demographics, and relevant regulations. Phil highlights the importance of funeral rituals in the grieving process and discusses the association's educational and legislative efforts. This episode offers valuable insights into the funeral industry and addresses common questions surrounding this often-overlooked field.   MSAE Insight is produced by Association Briefings.

On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, talks with Welton Hong, founder of Ring Ring Marketing, about what the future of the profession looks like in terms of overall call volume, and what funeral homes can do to prepare. Welton is a leading expert in helping funeral homes convert leads from online directly to the phone line. He's the author of the book Making Your Phone Ring with Internet Marketing for Funeral Homes and a regular contributor to NFDA's The Director magazine and several other publications. Welton has a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Prior to starting Ring Ring Marketing, he was a senior technologist at R&D facilities for Intel, Sun Microsystems, and Oracle. He regularly speaks at conferences and other events for people in the death care industry. Click here to learn more about Ring Ring Marketing.

On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, talks with Kevin O'Connor, author of Two Floors Above Grief.  Kevin shares his inspiration for the book he wrote about growing up in his family's funeral home in Elgin, Illinois.  Kevin's book Two Floors Above Grief has reached Amazon best-seller status in categories such as Teens/Young Adults, Parenting, Family Relationships, Death/Grief, and Biographies/Memoirs. Through his social media presence at thegriefnavigator, Kevin provides invaluable resources to those navigating their grief journeys. Kevin has been a guest on numerous radio broadcasts, podcasts, and videos discussing his experiences with writing, publishing, grief, education, and his unique family time growing up in an apartment above a funeral home in the 1950s through 1970s. Kevin has performed in over 30 theater productions since the 1970s. His educational career spanned from 1973 to 2020, during which he served as an elementary teacher, principal, professor, and curriculum coordinator in California, Illinois, and Florida. Kevin resides in Ft. Lauderdale with his husband, Leon. Their family includes five sons and seven granddaughters. For more insights into his book, ongoing stories, and interests, visit www.kevinoconnorauthor.com.

On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, talks with Mike McKenna about Core Scientific, an industry leader and the go-to choice for some of the largest corporations and funeral groups in North America in cremation metal recycling. Mike McKenna is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the funeral and cremation profession. He is dedicated to educating funeral professionals on the latest industry trends and best practices in cremation metal retrieval.  Mike ensures clients' interests are protected and their crematory operations are optimized. He also excels in handling total logistics, providing clients with regular updates on the shipping and receiving of materials to provide a seamless and efficient process. Click here to learn more about Core Scientific

Dr. Camelia Clark, a spokesperson for the National Funeral Directors Association, joins Lisa Dent to talk about their recent survey that found one third of people are uncomfortable talking about death and making funeral plans. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

This episode of the We Talk Health Podcast is part 2 of our Donate Life Series. April is National Donate Life Month. We talk with two funeral directors, Bob Arrington and Sean Kimmins about what inspired them to get into the funeral industry, and how important it is for funeral directors to support organ donation.We also hear from Sean about receiving a kidney donation from a living donor.Guests:Bob ArringtonFounder, President, Funeral Director/Embalmer, Arrington Funeral Directors, Past President of the National Funeral Directors Association and Advisory Board Member of Tennessee Donor ServicesSean KimminsKidney RecipientLicenced Funeral Director & Embalmer, Stephenson-Shaw Funeral HomeHost:Kara MobleySocial Media CoordinatorReferences:If you're interested in learning more, registering or have any questions about what it means to be an organ donor, visit the Tennessee Donor Services website at donatelifetn.org or donatelife.net.Bethegifttoday.com

This Day in Legal History: Georgia Outlaws LynchingOn December 20, 1893, Georgia took a historical step by becoming the first state in the United States to outlaw lynching. This groundbreaking law declared lynching a criminal act, subject to a punishment of up to four years in prison. The enactment of this law was a response to the rampant and brutal practice of lynching, primarily targeting African Americans in the post-Civil War era.Despite the law's presence, its enforcement was another matter. The statute struggled to curb the barbaric practice, largely due to deep-seated racial prejudices and a lack of political will. This failure was notably highlighted by Ida Wells-Barnett, a prominent African American journalist and crusader against lynching. In her 1899 pamphlet titled "Lynch Law in Georgia," Wells-Barnett meticulously documented instances of lynching and the state's inability to enforce its own law effectively.Wells-Barnett's work served as a crucial document, shedding light on the harsh realities and ineffectiveness of the law in Georgia. Her detailed accounts provided a stark contrast to the legal intentions of the statute, revealing a disturbing continuation of racially motivated violence. The pamphlet not only exposed the failures of the legal system but also helped catalyze the anti-lynching movement nationally.This legislation in Georgia, while a legal landmark, underscored the complexities and challenges in addressing deeply entrenched social evils through law alone. The ongoing struggle against lynching highlighted the necessity for a combination of legal reform, societal change, and relentless advocacy. The efforts of individuals like Wells-Barnett were instrumental in keeping the spotlight on this critical issue, ultimately contributing to the broader civil rights movement in the United States.WilmerHale, a Big Law firm, is conducting an investigation into the sudden dismissal and subsequent reinstatement of Sam Altman as CEO of OpenAI, a Microsoft-backed startup. This probe aims to aid OpenAI in regaining trust and credibility, while also allowing WilmerHale to recover from its controversial handling of a congressional hearing involving two university presidents. Experts like James Park from UCLA and Simon Gaugush, a former federal prosecutor, see this investigation as crucial for restoring faith among OpenAI's employees and investors, especially after the turmoil caused by Altman's brief ouster.WilmerHale has a history of advising on high-profile crises, having worked with clients like Meta Platforms Inc. and PurduePharma. However, its reputation suffered a setback when it was criticized for the advice given to Harvard and University of Pennsylvania presidents during a hearing on antisemitism. Despite this, OpenAI chose WilmerHale for its expertise in crisis management, just days after the firm's mishap at the congressional hearing.Sam Altman's abrupt firing was reportedly due to a lack of candor with OpenAI's board. This event led to a leadership shakeup and a restructuring of the board, which now includes a non-voting observer from Microsoft. The investigation by WilmerHale, led by Hallie Levin and Anjan Sahni, is expected to delve into the circumstances surrounding Altman's dismissal and scrutinize OpenAI's corporate structure.Corporate boards often prefer law firm-led investigations as they can identify internal issues while maintaining attorney-client privilege. These probes, according to Jason de Bretteville, a partner at Stradling, are typically aimed at uncovering compliance failures and preempting any stakeholder challenges. The outcome of WilmerHale's investigation, especially whether it will result in a public report, remains to be seen. However, given the regulatory scrutiny over OpenAI's partnership with Microsoft, maintaining secrecy could potentially harm the company's public image.OpenAI Probe Is WilmerHale Test After College President DebacleDonald Trump was disqualified from appearing on Colorado's presidential primary ballot by the state's Supreme Court, citing his alleged involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. This ruling is based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which bars anyone engaged in insurrection from holding federal office. However, a lower court previously ruled that while Trump's actions could be considered insurrection, this section doesn't apply to presidents. The Colorado Supreme Court's decision is currently on hold pending review by the U.S. Supreme Court, to which Trump plans to appeal.The case raises unprecedented legal issues, especially since Section 3 of the 14th Amendment is rarely invoked and the U.S. Supreme Court, with a conservative majority including three Trump appointees, has shown skepticism towards expanding court powers. The dissenting justices in the Colorado decision emphasized that Trump hadn't been criminally convicted of insurrection and lacked basic rights such as subpoena power in this case.Trump's campaign has denounced the ruling as undemocratic, planning a swift appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. They argue that these disqualification efforts in Colorado and other states are politically motivated attempts to prevent him from holding office.The impact of this ruling on the 2024 election might be limited, as Colorado, a state with Democratic leanings, is not crucial for Trump's electoral success. However, similar lawsuits in more pivotal states could influence the election, with judges likely to consider the Colorado ruling in their decisions.Meanwhile, disqualification cases against Trump in over 12 states have seen mixed outcomes. Courts in Michigan, New Hampshire, Florida, and Minnesota have dismissed similar cases, often on procedural or jurisdictional grounds, indicating that courts generally resist unilaterally disqualifying candidates from ballots.Why was Trump removed from Colorado ballot and what does it mean? | ReutersTrump's Legal, Political Fate Rests With Supreme Court He ShapedCivil rights groups, led by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), filed a lawsuit challenging a new Texas law (SB4) that increases state powers to arrest, prosecute, and deport individuals for illegal border crossings. This law, signed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, conflicts with the federal government's authority under the U.S. Constitution to enforce immigration laws, according to the lawsuit. SB4, effective from March, criminalizes illegal entry or re-entry into Texas from a foreign country and empowers state and local law enforcement to act on these violations. It also authorizes state judges to order deportations, with severe penalties for non-compliance.The ACLU argues that this law, one of the most stringent state-led immigration measures in the U.S., could result in racial profiling, particularly against Brown and Black communities. The lawsuit also contends that SB4 illegally prevents migrants from seeking asylum or other humanitarian protections in the U.S. El Paso County, Texas, one of the plaintiffs, anticipates a significant increase in arrests due to this law, straining its resources and conflicting with its policy to incarcerate only high-risk individuals.Governor Abbott defends the law as a necessary response to the Biden administration's failure to curb illegal migration. However, legal experts, like Cornell Law School's Stephen Yale-Loehr, have pointed out the law's vulnerability to legal challenges based on a 2012 Supreme Court ruling that immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sees the law as an opportunity for the Supreme Court to revisit this precedent.This lawsuit is part of a series of legal challenges faced by Texas under its Operation Lone Star, aimed at deterring illegal border crossings. These include court rulings against Texas' measures such as installing razor wire fencing and floating barriers along the Mexico border.Lawsuit challenges Texas efforts to restrict illegal border crossings | ReutersIn Florida, a new bill is being proposed to regulate the collection of biometric data, such as fingerprints, from the deceased by funeral homes. This legislation was prompted by Mark Cady-Archilla, who discovered his mother's fingerprints were scanned and shared with Legacy Touch, a company that creates keepsakes, without his consent. The Florida bill, unique in its focus on the deceased, requires funeral homes to disclose in writing what data they collect and why, and whether it is sold to third parties, giving legal representatives the option to opt out.This move in Florida is part of a broader legislative interest in biometric privacy, with laws in other states like Illinois, Texas, and Washington already providing biometric privacy rights to living residents. However, the collection of biometric data from the deceased often falls outside current laws. Federal courts have held that privacy rights end at death, and funeral industry practices vary widely.Legacy Touch, which partners with funeral homes to collect and transfer fingerprint scans, states that homes do not legally need permission to scan fingerprints but should communicate with families. They also offer commissions to funeral homes for orders placed. The National Funeral Directors Association recommends obtaining written consent for fingerprint collection.In Massachusetts, a policy requires consent for the removal of personal materials, including fingerprints or DNA, from a deceased body. This policy came into effect after a family was upset to learn about the collection of a decedent's fingerprints for jewelry offerings.Cady-Archilla, who filed a civil suit against the funeral home that handled his mother's body, argues for the need to protect the deceased's privacy. He emphasizes the importance of dignity and informed consent in handling the remains of loved ones.The Florida bill, if passed, could set a precedent in regulating biometric data collection from the deceased, potentially influencing similar legislation in other states. It raises questions about the nature of biometric data and the rights of individuals after death, as well as the responsibilities of companies and funeral homes in handling such sensitive information.Florida Tests Waters for Privacy Law With Focus on Dead People Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Calling all Professional Women!Listen in as Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast is joined by Melissa Posey Loose, MA, LFD, CCO of National Funeral Directors Association as they discuss the exciting details of the upcoming NFDA Professional Women's Conference! We are honored to be one of the sponsors for the 2023 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Professional Women's Conference taking place May 5-7 in San Antonio, Texas. There is an exciting lineup of speakers sharing a wide range of topics, scholarship opportunities, engaging discussions, networking, and more! To register for this inspiring conference, visit www.nfda.org/pwc 

Hi there, and welcome to my channel and this video on final expense burial plans. If you're watching this, you're probably looking for information on how to plan for your own final expenses, or perhaps you're helping a loved one make these important decisions. Before we dive into the different options for paying for final expenses, it's important to understand that the cost of burial and cremation in the United States has been steadily increasing over the years. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the median cost of a funeral with viewing and burial in 2020 was $9,000, while the median cost of a cremation with a memorial service was $6,000. And those costs are only expected to rise in the future. Listen full episode for complete detail.

Listen in as Lisa Baue of Your Funeral Coach Talks podcast is joined by Training & Development Manager, Melissa Posey Loose, MA, LFD, CCO of National Funeral Directors Association. They discuss the upcoming NFDA International Convention & Expo in Baltimore on October 9-12. They discuss the upcoming NFDA International Convention & Expo in Baltimore on October 9-12. Melissa also highlights the education and activities that will be available. 

Meet the speakers headlining the NFDA's International Convention and Expo in Baltimore. Kindra Hall, Dakota Meyer and John O'Leary join host, Gabe Schauf to share about themselves and a little about what they will be discussing in Baltimore. 

Mary Gardner, DVM, Co-Founder and CIO of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia. After graduating from the University of Miami, she began working as a trainer for an enterprise-wide order management software. After learning the intricacies of the software and the variety of ways different businesses used it, she moved into a Business Architect role where she led the design of new software initiatives. Her innate talent for understanding logistics in a client-centric organization developed a unique skill set for a veterinarian. After 10 years in software, she found herself longing for something different and more meaningful. The path she selected was to become a veterinarian. She completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2008 from the University of Florida. She worked in general medicine at a veterinary clinic in south Florida for two years before discovering her niche in end-of-life care. Gardner is a published author for many articles and a textbook, speaks all around the world on geriatrics and end of life care and was voted 2020 VMX Small Animal Speaker of the year. Coleen Ellis founded Pet Angel Memorial Center, Inc, the United States' first stand-alone pets-only funeral home.  Now a well recognized thought-leader on the subject of pet death-care by organizations such as the National Funeral Directors Association and the International Cemetery, Crematory and Funeral Association, her work within the pet death care industry has begun to span the country as others who share in her passion for pets and their respectful treatment in death desire to open their own care centers. In response to consulting demand, Coleen founded Two Hearts Pet Loss Center, to guide those people who also wish to provide death care services in their communities, as well to be an educational resource in the pet grief discipline. Most recently, Coleen was awarded the first Death and Grief Studies Certification specializing in Pet Loss Companioning by Dr Alan Wolfelt, at his Center For Loss in Ft Collins, Colorado.

According to the National Funeral Directors Association, approximately 58 percent of people in the U.S. are now cremated at death. That number has risen dramatically in recent years, and is expected to keep climbing. Experts note that religion is a major influence in the decision of how to dispose of the body at death. For example, until 1963, the Roman Catholic Church prohibited cremation for members.Does cremation violate God's Word, or is it an acceptable choice for believers? Dr. David K. Bernard answers this question by explaining the Scriptural view of the human body and how it relates to cremation.If you enjoy this podcast, leave a rating and a review on iTunes or your preferred podcast platform. We also greatly appreciate it when you share Apostolic Life in the 21st Century with your family and friends.

May 16, 2022 ~ The WJR Senior News Analyst tells Paul according to the National Funeral Directors Association the majority of funeral directors are men so he checked in with a local woman who wants to change that statistic.

April 29, 2022 ~ Pat Lynch, Licensed Funeral Director at Lynch & Sons and Former President of the National Funeral Directors Association, talks with Guy Gordon about the rise in cremation services over traditional burials.

Episode 119: Vonda and Lori are joined by Audrey Kristoff, Product Manager at Flower Clique, to chat about sympathy sales. We recently hosted a webinar for FC members only and shared facts about trends in the funeral business (available from National Funeral Directors Association website) as well as tips on how to increase sales in your store. In the webinar Ralph Giordano AIFD from Giordano's Floral Creations and Trish Engle from K'nees Florist in Moline, IL, both Flower Clique members, shared their tips that have gained them a major increase in their overall flower sales.Our SponsorsFlower CliqueFlower Clique Prep Schools

According to a report by the National Funeral Directors Association, one of the most common funeral home needs is an increase in staff. Many funeral directors believe that finding the right people will be their greatest challenge over the next five years. As a result, the Journey to Serve campaign was created to help funeral homes recruit veterans and lead them from one selfless position of service to another.On the latest installment of FD Talks, host Rob Davidson speaks with Lee Wiensch, CFRE and Executive Director at Funeral Service Foundation, and Jim Price, President of ICCFA Educational Foundation. The three discuss:What makes veterans a great fit for the funeral professionHow Journey to Serve was created and how it's being received in the funeral professionHow funeral homes can use these tools to welcome veterans to their staffAnd more!

Come join us at the 2022 Wichita Business Expo at Century II on Thursday, September 29!  This is the premiere business-to-business trade show in Wichita.  No matter what you are looking for, you will find it at the Expo! Learn more now!When one thinks of dynamic and evolving industries, funeral services does not immediately come to mind.  However, Ashley Cozine is continuously looking for opportunities to innovate with the Cozine Memorial Group and he shares those developments with hosts Don and Ebony.  On this episode we discuss: The origins of the longtime family-run business Finding unexpected opportunities to expand and diversify The real competition that Cozine faces Running building projects during the middle of a pandemic How social media fits into the business climate Only having one shot to please your customers Learn more about Cozine Memorial Group:http://www.cozine.comFacebook ProfileInstagram ProfileTwitter ProfileLinkedIn ProfileCozine Memorial Group's tradition of providing funeral services to the families of Wichita, Kansas and the surrounding communities began in 1913. Since that time, they have continued to expand our offerings and raise the bar of funeral service in our community and across the country.Broadway Mortuary and Kensington Gardens have earned a reputation for caring, compassionate service with unsurpassed professionalism and attention to detail…making Cozine Memorial Group the leading choice among funeral, cremation, and cemetery providers in Wichita!Their commitment to providing funeral and memorial service excellence to families like yours has been recognized on a national level. They are the only mortuary in Wichita to have been inducted into the National Funeral Directors Association's Hall of Excellence. This achievement recognizes the top 2% of funeral homes in the nation for outstanding services to families, commitment to the community and dedication to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.Continuing this legacy of service excellence while also redefining funeral service, they are excited to announce that our new Cozine Life Events Center is currently under construction and set to open in 2021. This new facility will set the standard for funeral service and provide families with unmatched options and hospitality as they honor, celebrate, and remember the life of their loved one.Other Resources:Getting to Know Ashley Cozine (article)Broadway Mortuary Owners have Unique Plan for the Future (article) Thanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Join the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce! This podcast is brought to you by the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce and is powered by Evergy.  To send feedback on this show and/or send suggestions for future guests or topics please e-mail communications@wichitachamber.org. This show is part of the ICT Podcast Network.  For more information visit ictpod.net

The Funeral Service Foundation is the philanthropic voice of the funeral profession and the charitable arm of the National Funeral Directors Association. In this episode, host Gabe Schauf speaks with Kelly Manion, the Director of Community Engagement for the Funeral Service Foundation, and two scholarship recipients. The discussion focuses on how the Foundation invests in people and programs to strengthen funeral service and lift up grieving communities. Find out how the Funeral Service Foundation helps the helpers!

The funeral and burial industry has raised concerns about the high number of people that gather at funerals, calling for greater regulation of funeral events. This as the industry continues to struggle with securing coffins for burial and space for corpses at mortuaries. The health department has recorded between 200 and 400 COVID-19 related deaths over the last 48-hour period bringing the total number of deaths since the national lockdown to over 70-thousand nationally. Deputy President of the National Funeral Directors Association, Dr. Lawrence Konyana says families that have been hit by Covid-19 deaths in quick succession are opting to hold a single funeral service for multiple relatives...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the best books I've read thus far in 2020 is Mortellus's "Do I Have to Wear Black: Rituals, Customs & Funerary Etiquette for Modern Pagans." Sadly it doesn't officially come out until February, but I was so excited about it I wanted to talk to them about it early!  Mortellus is a BTW Witch living in North Carolina and a member of the National Funeral Directors Association and the National Funeral Director and Morticians Association. We are still in the middle of a pandemic, seems like the right time to talk about death, right?  We'll chat about Moretllus's book, Gardnerian Witchcraft, Southern Witch Living, and lots of other stuff!    

Guest: Manesh Govender | President at National Funeral Directors Association

According to every study I’ve seen, the aging and mortality rate is still locked in at 100%. Yet, with all that certainty …we caregivers often shy away from the conversation about death and what to do about the funeral. In light of that, we reached out to the National Funeral Directors Association for some help in starting the conversation.  Randy Anderson from the NFDA joined our show to discuss this challenging topic. Bringing compassion and an easy-going conversation style, sitting down with Randy is like having a cup of coffee with a friend.   Meaningful funerals don’t come without planning. We’ll plan weddings for months, but often cram planning a funeral service into a few hours.  Randy recommends sitting down with a NFDA member and “…have the talk of a lifetime.” Also, before having the conversation, visit this site for a Rememberingalife.com for an easy checklist and planning guide. Also, for information on Randy Anderson's funeral homes in Alexandria City, AL please visit their websites. Even if your family is not in his area, check out their great sites to see what to look for in YOUR area.  Radney Funeral Home Langley Funeral Home

Talking about and pre-planning for one’s funeral, burial and death are not easy topics to discuss. But in this episode we talk with Bob Buhrig, owner and operator of Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory, as he answers questions with grace and compassion, and offers his expert advice and insight to help understand, embrace and plan for these touchy subjects. Learn about the five critical questions your survivors want you to answer before your death, along with insight into cremation, pre-funding and veterans benefits. http://www.nfda.org (National Funeral Directors Association) https://www.buhrig.com/5-critical-questions 37 East Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Tel: (717) 766-3421 www.buhrig.com

Funeral Nation 091 --- BREAKING NEWS!!! A new service introduced to the Funeral Industry and the boys talk about National Funeral Directors Association​ which starts in a little over a week! Also, the WTF is a great funeral home advertisement. _____ Title sponsor: http://www.cjf.com/ Sponsors: http://www.sichcasket.com/ http://www.AfterCare.com/ http://www.ucbi.com/ http://disruptmedia.co/ http://funeralnation.tv http://skyways-media.com/ Listen to us on the iTunes Podcast app!

This past October, nearly 6,000 business executives, most of them mom-and-pop operators, gathered in Austin, Texas to attend a global conference designed to make them more successful at their jobs…. as Funeral Directors. Death remains a huge business in the United States and one of the few major industries that continues to be dominated by individual and family owners.   On Monday Morning Radio this week, Jessica Koth, public relations manager for the National Funeral Directors Association, explains why the challenges and prospects facing funeral home operators are a microcosm of the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem. She also highlights the numerous opportunities for other small businesses to sell their products and services to funeral home directors. Jessica is interviewed by Wizard Academy faculty member Dean Rotbart and wealth management expert David Biondo.  Dean and David are co-hosts of the weekly Business Unconventional radio news magazine broadcast on 710 KNUS AM in Denver. For sponsorship opportunties, contact Dean Rotbart at 303-296-1200. Be sure to follow B. Unconventional on Twitter: @BUnRadio and subscribe to Roy H. Williams's Monday Morning Memo.  The best things in life really are free! Monday Morning Run Time:  24 mins 39 SecsPhoto: Jessica Koth, National Funeral Directors Association