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January 2018
In This Issue
2018 Georgia Funeral Service Expo
Marketing Alliance Program Partners
Important Reminders
Job Alerts
Contact Us
www.GFDA.org
SAVE THE DATES FOR FUTURE EVENTS March 4-6, 2018
Georgia Funeral Service Expo
The Macon Marriott City Center &
Edgar H. Wilson Convention
Center/Centreplex in Macon, GA
June 3-6, 2018
Annual Convention
King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
in St Simons Island, GA
From the Desk of Your GFDA President I hope that each of you are planning to attend GFDA’s Expo
Event in March and encouraging your colleagues not to miss this
exciting event.
Friends, don’t miss this opportunity to visit with old friends and
make new. Walk the Expo floor and visit with suppliers and learn
all that is available to better serve your families. You can
register for NFDA’s Arranger Training Program on Sunday and
there are other opportunities for continuing education hours.
Author James Hunter will be speaking on Tuesday about Servant
Leadership you don’t want to miss the opportunity to hear him.
Come and enjoy good food, great
opportunities for fellowship with colleagues,
valuable information, see the latest
products and don’t miss your opportunity at
the $2,000.00 dollars that will be given
away Tuesday afternoon.
I look forward to seeing you in Macon!
Greg Cannon, CFSP, CPC, CCO
A Past President Challenge Greg Cannon, GFDA President, and Bob Lovein, GFDA Past
President, issue a challenge to all GFDA and IFDG Past
Presidents to become an Expo Supporter! To answer this
challenge and show your support for the 2018 Georgia Funeral
Service Expo, simply complete the Sponsorship Registration
Form (found below) and return it to the GFDA office.
GFDA 2017-2018 Executive Committee
(From Left to Right) David McLeighton, Immediate Past President
Rob Roberson, Secretary - Bill Hightower, Treasurer -
Nathan Stanley, President-elect - Greg Cannon, President
GFDA Marketing Alliance Program Partners
GFDA's Marketing Alliance Program Partners offer GFDA Members incentive programs or rebates to
GFDA Members who purchase from them and revenue to GFDA based on company sales to GFDA's
membership during the period of Agreement.
2018 MARKETING ALLIANCE PROGRAM PARTNERS
Cincinnati Equitable Life Insurance Company
Federated Insurance
Matthews Aurora Funeral Solutions
More information about our Marketing Alliance Program Partners may be found by visiting their
individual pages on our website website. Simply click the provider name to be directed to their page.
Please note, GFDA Members should contact the provider or their local representative directly to learn
more about the specific services, programs and prices they offer to our Members.
Important Reminders
HAVE YOU RENEWED YOUR GFDA DUES FOR 2018? Dues invoices have been sent to the address
on file. It is very important to fully complete the renewal invoice and return it with your payment to
help us ensure our records are accurate. Need a duplicated invoice? Contact [email protected] or visit
Join GFDA and choose your membership type from the drop down windows for a duplicate invoice.
STAY IN THE KNOW! Visit GFDA MEMBER PAGE for the latest updates from GFDA, the Georgia
Board of Funeral Service and the Georgia Department of Public Health & State Office of Vital Records!
The 2018 Legislative Session is underway! For the latest information and updates, visit the
“GFDA Legislative Reports from Charlie Watts, GFDA Lobbyist” section.
Need further guidance on the recent EDRS Regulation Changes? Visit the “Notices
Georgia Department of Public Health & State Office of Vital Records” section.
Do you have a job opening at your firm or are you looking for employment? GFDA has a
Job Alert section.
Advertising with GFDA – We offer advertising in our now monthly newsletter! Contact
[email protected] for more information.
OBITUARY NOTICES ARE POSTED HERE. Please send funeral-service-related death notices to
[email protected]. We also ask that you call us at the office (770-592-8002) after emailing the
obituary information (particularly if you're sending the notice outside of regular business hours). This
ensures GFDA is able to alert members in a timely manner.
ATTENTION - The Georgia Secretary of State Professional Licensing portal for License
Renewals is now open!
Important dates to remember are as follows:
- On Time License renewal through March 31, 2018
- Late Renewal dates are April 1 - April 30, 2018
- As of May 1, 2018 any licenses not renewed will be lapsed and must go through the reinstatement
process.
License renewal deadlines apply to Embalmer, Director, Apprentice, and Establishment
DON'T DELAY - Visit HERE and renew your license(s) today!
GFDA Job Alerts
A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory
Seeking Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer, or an Apprentice
Well established, family owned and operated funeral home and crematory in Decatur is seeking a
licensed funeral director/embalmer to join our family. Candidates should have a professional
appearance and demeanor, be self-motivated, have good communication skills and be able to work
independently as well as be a part of a team. Shifts will include some week-ends, overnights and some
holidays. We offer a competitive salary based on experience, excellent medical/dental/vision benefits
package, clothing allowance, 401K with employer match, and generous vacation/sick hours.
We are also interested in hiring an Apprentice Funeral Director/Embalmer. The main requirements are
being a graduate from an accredited Mortuary College, and already passed all National Board Exams.
If you would like to be considered for a position with our family owned firm. Please contact Cy Hume at
404-292-1551, and forward your resume and contact information to [email protected]. Please
include “AST Funeral Home Opportunity” in the subject line.
North Georgia Funeral Home
Seeking Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer
A progressive north Georgia firm is seeking a Funeral Director / Embalmer. While we are a full service
firm, cremation is on the rise and if you have embraced this concept this may be the job for you.
The ideal candidate will be a team player, have a positive attitude, detail oriented, be knowledgeable
and willing to use computer software (Microsoft office), and have a current Georgia FD/Emb license.
Benefits offered include competitive pay, health insurance, dental, life, LTD, and retirement match
contributions. If you are keeping your career options open, we would welcome the opportunity to talk
with you. If you would like to be considered for this position, send your resume and contact
information to [email protected].
Thomas Poteet and Son Funeral Directors
Seeking Motivated Funeral Director/Embalmer with a Desire for Growth
Boasting a legacy rich with history and tradition, Thomas Poteet and Son Funeral Directors has been
serving families of greater Augusta, Georgia since1934. Family owned and operated, our single location
firm is the area's leading funeral service provider, also featuring both human and pet crematories.
We are looking for a funeral director and embalmer currently licensed in Georgia or has the ability to
reciprocate. Our funeral directors maintain high professional and ethical standards to ensure positive
experiences from all families we serve. You must be motivated, eager to excel, and enjoy working,
along with possessing a general knowledge of all facets of funeral service. If you just want to work and
collect a paycheck, this position is not for you!
Our benefits include a competitive salary, medical, paid time off, 401(k)and profit sharing, bonus
potential and development opportunities for career growth as well as a good work/life balance. Email
resumes to [email protected].
The GFDA Job Alert is provided as a service to members. It has helped place a number of
professionals around the state. Listings can be "open" with full detail and contact information, or
"closed" with information forwarded. The service also provides information, if requested, on individuals
seeking positions. Send your job alert request to [email protected].
2018 Georgia Funeral Service Expo
MARCH 4-6, 2018
The Macon Marriott City Center &
Edgar H. Wilson Convention Center/Centreplex
Macon, GA
REGISTRATION IS OPEN - Prices increase 2-15-18
Limited Exhibit Space Availability
Join us for over 12 hours of continuing education opportunities, including the NFDA Arranger Training,
world class speakers, and full exhibits. We have exciting social events and giveaways planned too! This
event will be one you don't want to miss!
For funeral directors, we are making it even easier for all of your employees to attend with one and
two-day registration options. Full registrations are transferable for members of your firm.
For vendors, we have great marketing opportunities through our sponsorship and advertising options.
Specific meal sponsorships include an opportunity to speak during the event and advertising space.
Contact the GFDA office for sponsorship availability. Our Exhibitor booths are selling fast! View our
updated floor plan below and register for yours today!
As a reminder, our room block is open! We can increase the block should it be necessary but the key is
to know it needs to be done early. So attendees and exhibitors are encouraged to make your
reservations when you register for the Expo.
Remember, prices increase February 15 so don't delay - send your registration today!
NFDA Arranger Training Sunday, March 4 - Separate Registration with NFDA Required
Lacy Robinson, CFSP, National Funeral Directors Association
"Elevating the Message - the WHY Behind Funeral Service"
Tyler Anderson, VP of Business Development, Precoa
"Upping Your Game - What to Do When the Competition Levels the Playing Field"
Doug Gober, Gober Strategic Capitol
"Serving the Families of the Las Vegas Mass Shooting of October 2017"
Bill Vallie, Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home
"The Opioid Epidemic"
Phil Pares, Wisconsin Heroin Task Force
"The Power of Servant Leadership"
James Hunter, J.D. Hunter Associates, LLC
Attendees will enjoy lunch each day with
Georgia Secretary of State, Brian Kemp on Monday, March 5
Senator Joshua McKoon on Tuesday, March 6
THANK YOU TO 2018 GEORGIA FUNERAL SERVICE EXPO SPONSORS (to date)
"Elevating the Message - the WHY Behind Funeral Service" with Tyler Anderson
Sponsored by Precoa
“Upping Your Game – What to Do When the Competition Levels the Playing Field” with Doug Gober
Sponsored by Bass-Mollet Publishers Inc.
“Serving the Families of the Las Vegas Mass Shooting of October 2017” with Bill Vallie
Sponsored by Matthews Aurora Funeral Solutions
"The Opioid Epidemic" with Phil Pares
Sponsored by Funeral Service Foundation
"The Power of Servant Leadership" with James Hunter
Sponsored by Batesville
Monday AM Break
Sponsored by Atlanta Crematory
Monday Lunch
Sponsored by Precoa
Monday PM Break
SCI Georgia Funeral Services
Monday Evening Entertainment by the Flying Fingers
Sponsored by Federated Insurance
Gold Sponsor
Ambulance & Coach Sales
Doric / Classic Metal Vaults
Matthews Aurora Funeral Solutions
Physicians Mutual
Silver Sponsor
Cincinnati Equitable Life Insurance Company
Bronze Sponsor
Atlantic Coast Life Insurance Company
Expo Supporters
Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors
Lovein Funeral Home, Inc.
McLeighton Funeral Service
Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home
Stanley Funeral Home & Crematory - Dublin Chapel
Stanley Funeral Home & Crematory - Wrightsville Chapel
Striffler-Hamby Mortuary
More Expo information and registration forms may be found by visiting here.
SPONSORSHIP NOTE - In addition to our level based sponsorships included on our
"Sponsorship & Advertising Form" below, we also have specific meal sponsorships,
include opportunities to speak to event attendees and program ads. If you are
interested in more information regarding the specific meal sponsorships, contact the GFDA office, 770-592-8002 or [email protected].
