Association & Regulatory News
Louisville to Host Selected Independent Funeral Homes’ Annual Meeting
Selected Independent Funeral Homes, the premier association of independently owned funeral professionals, announces its 108th Annual Meeting, set for September...
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OGR Launches Global Circle Club to Strengthen Connections Across the Global Funeral Profession
The International Order of the Golden Rule (OGR) has launched the Global Circle Club, a strategic international membership initiative designed...
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Start Your Engines: Registration Is Open for the 2026 NFDA International Convention & Expo
The 2026 NFDA International Convention & Expo, taking place October 25-28 in Charlotte, North Carolina, will bring that global gathering...
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Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Compassion, and Professional Judgment
This August in Minneapolis at the Cremation Association of North America’s 108th Annual Cremation Innovation Convention, Martha Thayer leads a...
Read moreDetailsNFDA Expands Music Licensing Program to Provide Broader Music Coverage for Funeral Services and Livestreams
The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) has expanded its longstanding music performance and livestreaming license member benefit.
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What Does Gathering Look Like For You?
Glenda Stansbury and Brent Patterson ask What Does Gathering Look Like For You? at the Cremation Association of North America’s...
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When THEY Don’t Choose Service, It’s Time to Adapt
The Certified Cremation Specialist (CCS) training from the Cremation Association of North America (CANA) helps funeral professionals understand how to...
Read moreDetailsTransform Your Hospice Relationships—Free Webinar with Lacy Robinson
Join Lacy Robinson for a free, high-impact webinar on Advanced Hospice Partnership Strategies with the Cremation Association of North America...
Read moreDetailsBridging the Gap Between End-Of-Life Doulas and Death Care
From her position as both end-of-life doula and funeral professional, Ashley Johnson takes the stage at the Cremation Association of...
Read moreDetailsNational Funeral Directors Association Launches Redesigned Website to Improve User Experience and Access to Resources
The updated NFDA.org features a fresh design, streamlined navigation and an enhanced mobile experience, helping users more quickly find the...
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