I recently received an e-mail from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) informing me of the NFDA International Convention and Expo that will be taking place in Baltimore, Maryland, from October 9-12, 2022.  After two years of having to worry about Covid, I figured it is time to get it on my calendar and be taking part again. . . . . .I don’t know what the attendance for last fall’s expo was, but I’m pretty sure that with the country recently unlocking from Covid issues that it was not as grand and large as in the past.

I think it is time to get together and bring a big crowd to Baltimore. . . .and NFDA is going to help by putting plenty on the program. . . enough for everybody.  Here’s some of what’s in store for October in Baltimore (as promoted by the NFDA):

Keynote Speakers who will enlighten and inspire–

• Monday, October 10: Stories That Stick: The Irresistible Power of Strategic Storytelling presented by Kindra Hall, award-winning author and storytelling expert

• Tuesday, October 11: The Way Forward: Mastering Life’s Toughest Battles and Discovering Your Purpose presented by Sergeant Dakota Meyer, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Medal of Honor recipient

• Wednesday, October 12: Embrace Your Thoughts, Elevate Your Life presented by John O’Leary, author, motivational speaker, and host of the “Live Inspired” podcast

Extraordinary Education Sessions that tackle vital issues. . .NFDA has planned more than 30 engaging education sessions that include:

• Embalming: Let’s Do Better presented by Dana Goodell, The Embalmers Supply Company
• Online Deathcare: Evolving Consumer Expectations presented by Lee Senderov, Foundation Partners Group; Luke Frieberg, eFuneral; Sally Camm, Astound Commerce; Scott Ankerholz, Foundation Partners Group
• Creating Meaningful Cremation Rituals presented by Alexandra Jo, Parting Stone
• The Price is Right: How to Compete on Service presented by Danielle Burmeister, Homesteaders Life Company
• Dover Port Mortuary Full Body Wrap Demonstration presented by Danielle Wilk, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations
• Standing for Something Larger Than Yourself presented by Annette March-Grier, RN, CFSP, Roberta’s House
• What the Heck Should I Do With All This Tech?! presented by Zack Garbow, Funeral Innovations
• Understanding the Millennial Professional presented by Antonio Green, James H. Cole Home for Funerals

Innovation that flourishes in the Expo Hall–

• The NFDA Convention features the world’s largest funeral service trade show, offering the newest products, services, and innovations from around the world. Many exhibitors plan to introduce new products and services during the convention. The Expo Hall will be open October 10 and 11 from noon to 5 p.m.; and October 12 from 9 a.m. to noon.

You can learn more about the 2022 International Convention and Expo here.

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