STERLING, Va. (Dec. 16, 2024) – The International Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association (ICCFA) invites deathcare professionals to DEAD Talks 2025, an annual sales-focused conference offering cutting-edge insights into data-driven performance, technology integration, and artificial intelligence. The event will occur February 4-6, 2025, at the Park MGM Las Vegas.
This year’s conference features sessions to give attendees actionable knowledge to transform their sales and business growth approach.
Sessions include:
- Using Data to Drive Better Performance:
- “Three Surprising Discoveries from Consumer Insights” – George Owens, Fortitude Research and Marketing, will explore unexpected insights into consumer behavior.
- “Interactive Workshop: Leverage, Plan & Act on Current Industry Consumer Insights”—Dan Kientzel, Service Corporation International, will offer practical tools for harnessing data for better results.
- Ways to Leverage Technology in Your Sales Process:
- “Un-Cremating Your Profits with Technology” – Eric Banks, Funeral 365, will explain how technology can unlock new revenue streams.
- “Interactive Workshop” – Nick Timpe, CSE, webCemeteries, will provide hands-on guidance on incorporating technology into sales.
- Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Funerals:
- “Artificial Intelligence 2.0”: Chuck Gallagher, American Funeral Financial, will discuss how AI advancements are transforming the profession.
- “AI Impact on Funerals”—Aaron Avner, Tukios, will discuss AI’s practical applications in serving families.
The conference will close with a motivational wrap-up session, “Monday Morning Mindset,” featuring Shane Pudenz of Carriage Services and Erin Creger of Security National Family of Companies.
Registration information:
Early bird registration is available through Dec. 30, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
| Registration Type | Early Bird Price | After Dec. 30 |
| Individual ICCFA members | $745 | $775 |
| Individual non-members | $975 | $1,000 |
| 2-4 attendees | $725 per person | $745 per person |
| 5-9 attendees | $700 per person | $725 per person |
| 10+ attendees | $675 per person | $700 per person |
Online registration closes Jan. 29, 2025.
Hotel accommodations: Park MGM, located at 3770 S Las Vegas Blvd., is a smoke-free property on the Las Vegas Strip and offers discounted rates for attendees. The ICCFA room block closes on Jan. 3, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
| Dates | Rate (per night) |
| Sunday and Monday | $80 |
| Tuesday through Thursday | $118 |
| Friday and Saturday | $220 |
Why attend?
Attendees will gain expert insights, practical tools, and networking opportunities to drive sales success and stay ahead of deathcare trends. DEAD Talks 2025 is the must-attend event for deathcare professionals looking to grow their businesses and adopt innovative practices.
Learn more: For more information or to register, visit https://iccfa.com/sales/ or contact the ICCFA meetings department at 703-391-8400.
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Founded in 1887, the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association is the only international trade association representing all cemetery, cremation, funeral and memorialization segments. The association is comprised of more than 10,000 members in the cemetery, funeral home and crematory industries, supplier and related businesses worldwide.
