National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) participates in and sponsors several state and national Preneed conferences and expos throughout the year. This creates an opportunity for our team to stay current on industry trends, network and learn how we can better serve our partners.
Here are some of the conferences our team will attend this year. We hope to see you there! If you’d like to connect with us before an event, reach out at PreneedSalesTeam@nglic.com.
ICCFA Dead Talks
February 4-6 at Park MGM in Las Vegas
The conference provides an opportunity to continue important conversations and generate thoughtful ideas to further enhance and grow funeral service. We enjoy learning about the latest trends and innovations in the profession.
TerraCon
February 4-5 at Greater Tacoma Convention Center in Tacoma, Wash.
As interest grows in terramation, we look forward to attending this conference to learn about trends in eco-conscious death care. Industry professionals, students, regulators, and environmental advocates share knowledge, challenges, and innovations in a way that has never been seen before in the industry.
NGL is proud to be the Title Sponsor of this conference.
CANA Symposium
February 26-28 at Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas
As the proud Keynote Sponsor of this conference, NGL is thrilled to learn more about bridging hospice and funeral services, marketing and sales strategies for cremation, and more. Rob Heins, NGL’s Regional Vice President of Sales will emcee this event.
Utah Funeral Directors Association Annual Convention
April 9-10 at Veridian Event Center in West Jordan, Utah
UFDA continuously provides valuable resources and innovative opportunities for funeral service professionals in Utah and the surrounding area. We look forward to professional networking and building new relationships.
WFDA Professional Women’s Conference
April 15-16 at The Abbey Resort in Fontana, Wis.
We look forward to celebrating Wisconsin’s women in the funeral service profession at this year’s conference. We always leave feeling inspired by the profession’s future.
OFDA Convention and Expo
April 29-May 1 at Hilton Columbus at Easton in Columbus, Ohio
Think outside the box at the Ohio Funeral Directors Association’s 145th OFDA Convention & Exhibition. This informative convention will highlight the evolving needs of bereaved families, empower attendees to enhance their services and create meaningful experiences for those they serve. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, share best practices and explore new ideas that will enable them to make a lasting impact in their profession.
NGL is a Platinum Sponsor of this conference.
ICCFA Experience
April 30-May 5 at Mandalay Bay Resorts & Casino in Las Vegas
Join thousands of other death care professionals for this one-of-a-kind event. This year’s conference has been rebranded as the “Experience,” and we can’t wait to see what’s in store. Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge with world-class keynotes and in-depth educational breakouts, check out the latest and greatest goods and services in our exhibit hall, or connect with your colleagues from across the globe, you won’t want to miss this event.
NFDA Professional Women’s Conference
May 15-18 at Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa in Santa Ana Pueblo, N.M.
At the Professional Women’s Conference in Santa Ana Pueblo, you’ll be in the company of women working in funeral service who share similar experiences and backgrounds. For generations, roles in funeral service have been primarily occupied by men, but that is changing. And it’s changing rapidly. You will be inspired and inspire others with your presence at the conference. You won’t want to miss the opportunities to make connections and new friends and develop a plan for success that you can take back home to implement lasting change.
NGL is a proud sponsor of the Inspiration Award, which will be presented during the conference.
California Funeral Directors Association
June 1-3 at Signia by Hilton in San Jose, Calif.
The theme of this year’s 120th annual convention is “Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future.” Attendees will reflect on the legacy of the funeral profession while looking ahead to the opportunities and innovations shaping its future. This convention gives newcomers and seasoned professionals a chance to recharge, reflect and relax.
Texas Funeral Directors Association
June 8-11 at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas
Join us at the TFDA 139th Annual Convention & Expo, one of the largest state funeral expos in the country. Participate in the sessions to learn and share knowledge, products, services and ideas.
Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association
June 9-11 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.
The 144th WFDA conference is the largest gathering of funeral directors in the state.
National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association (NFDMA)
July 5-9 in Secaucus, N.J.
The NFDMA annual convention gathers funeral directors, morticians and embalmers to network and participate in inspiring and informative educational sessions.
CANA Convention
August 6-8 at Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix, Ariz.
CANA’s 107th Annual Cremation Innovation Convention invites funeral professionals from across the profession to the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Attendees will enjoy an experience of luxury and innovation in cremation and death care!
NFDA
October 26-29 in Chicago, Ill.
Join thousands of funeral service professionals from around the world at the NFDA International Convention & Expo! This amazing event offers networking, education, the world’s largest funeral service expo and so much more.
You can reach your NGL Preneed Sales Team at preneedsalesteam@nglic.com.
