NGL is the Medallion Sponsor of 2024 NFDA International Convention & Expo

Madison, Wis. – National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is thrilled to be the exclusive Medallion Sponsor of the 2024 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) International Convention & Expo held on October 20-23 in New Orleans. The four-day convention has something for everyone with 30+ sessions, two keynotes, four preconvention seminars, plus many special events and activities. Click here for the full agenda.

Kicking off the convention on Monday, October 21 is keynote speaker, Amy Herman, author, lawyer and art historian. Sponsored by NGL, Ms. Herman will deliver a keynote on “The Art of Perception” where she will show how visual intelligence is relevant in the funeral profession. Ms. Herman will utilize artwork to enhance our observation skills, reveal hidden biases that may affect our interactions with families and cultivate strategies for effective and precise communication.

Following her keynote, Ms. Herman will be in NGL’s booth #1937 for “Books, Business and Beignets” signing books from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The first 200 people will receive a free book, complements of NGL.

On Tuesday, October 22, attendees who visit NGL’s booth from 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. can connect with NGL’s success solutions while experiencing a New Orleans culinary tradition. Beignets – light, pillowy doughnuts dusted with powdered sugar – will be available.

Members from our Preneed Sales, Senior Leadership, Marketing and Operations Teams are looking forward to attending one of the funeral profession’s largest conferences.  

“We love this time of year because it gives us an opportunity to connect with our valued partners and have the chance to make new friends,” said Cameron Black, Senior Vice President Preneed Sales and Business Development at NGL.

“The NFDA Convention and Expo is such an exciting time of year. It is truly an event I look forward to every year and appreciate the relationships I have made along the way,” said Judy Olson, Vice President Sales and Business Development at NGL.

Connect with our team at booth #1937. Convention attendees who stop by our booth can enter to win a Sony Bluetooth headphone set.

In addition to attending the educational sessions and expo at the convention, you can find our team at the below NGL sponsored events:

Funeral Service Foundation Golf Classic

Teeing off the convention is the 24^th Annual Funeral Service Foundation Golf Classic on Sunday, October 20. Held at TPC Louisiana, golf classic attendees will network in a shotgun scramble style tournament.

Jennifer Kaset, Vice President Sales and Business Development at NGL, is on the Community Outreach Committee for the Funeral Service Foundation and will be volunteering at the golf outing on Sunday.

NGL is a Premier Sponsor of the Golf Classic and proud to support Funeral Service Foundation in its mission of investing in people and programs that strengthen funeral service and lift up grieving communities.

2024 ReConnect

Women in funeral service are invited to attend 2024 ReConnect on Sunday, October 20 at The Porch (outside Hall I at the Convention Center). This is a unique opportunity to reunite with (or meet for the first time) NFDA Professional Women’s Conference attendees and connect with a community that celebrates and supports women in funeral service.

“We are thrilled to host this premier event, offering a unique opportunity to reconnect with and meet like-minded women in funeral service who have become and will become lifelong friends,” noted Kaset. “NGL is proud to support this effort as the event sponsor and the NFDA Inspiration Award presenter. The 2024 Professional Women’s Conference sparked many important conversations about innovative solutions to current challenges in death care. Now in its third year, ReConnect serves as the perfect venue to continue those discussions and kick off your convention week with a fun, engaging start.”

Event highlights:

• Engage with fellow funeral professionals in a welcoming environment.
• Enjoy fun games, fabulous prizes and a special gift.
• Discover where/when the 2025 Professional Women’s Conference will be.
• Meet 2024 Inspiration Award winner Leili McMurrough.

“I am looking forward to spending time with friends and colleagues who share the same passion for this profession. It’s fun to share in these experiences while supporting one another through the journey,” said Jessi Booker, Regional Vice President, Sales at NGL

Leili McMurrough is President and Program Director for Worsham College of Mortuary Science, serves as Chair of the American Board of Funeral Service Education, is a licensed funeral director and embalmer, as well as a licensed attorney.

“As a fellow woman in funeral service, I am thrilled to see Leili McMurrough recognized for her outstanding contributions,” said Kaset. “Her commitment to innovation and quality education, and dedication to student success are evident in all she does. She is a role model for funeral professionals everywhere.”

NGL is proud to sponsor the 2024 NFDA Inspiration Award. We are honored to celebrate and recognize all of the inspiring women who are making a difference in the funeral profession.

NGL is also proud to sponsor the NFDA 2024 New Orleans PWC ReConnect.

All Star Recognition Ceremony

Held on Monday, October 21, the All Star Recognition Ceremony recognizes the outstanding achievements in the funeral service profession. Kaset will be introducing Leili McMurrough, the 2024 NFDA Inspiration Award Recipient.

This award recognizes a female who has made noteworthy professional contributions to the funeral service or related field. 

About NGL

Established in 1909 National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is an insurance company headquartered in Madison, Wis. Licensed to do business in 49 states and the District of Columbia, NGL markets preneed and individual life and annuities, as well as group markets products. Information about NGL can be found at www.nglic.com; Facebook: Facebook.com/NGLIC and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-guardian-life-insurance-company.

National Guardian Life Insurance Company is not affiliated with The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America a/k/a The Guardian or Guardian Life.