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EFFICIENCY THROUGH EVOLUTION WHILE PRESERVING EXPERIENCE

We're excited to partner with NFDA in Chicago to kick off the 2025 NFDA International Convention & Expo with the Future of Deathcare Summit. We hope you enjoy your time in Chicago and the chance to connect with funeral service professionals from across the country. Together, we look forward to shaping the future of how we support families.

 

Networking opportunities, including a cocktail hour, will be woven throughout the event!

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Meet Our Event Speakers

Gain the knowledge you need at this groundbreaking event that will feature thought leaders from throughout the death-care profession. They will highlight strategies to navigate business transitions, market products and services, use technology, and capitalize on new and innovative ideas.

Chris Cruger

Chris Cruger, CEO of The Foresight Companies, began his career in funeral service more than 25 years ago as a financial analyst at SCI where he quickly rose up the ranks. Becoming vice president of business development. One of the foremost authorities in the funeral and cemetery industry, he provides an array of services to the profession as the CEO of The Foresight Companies, including buying and selling firms, valuation services, business financing, succession and advisory services and more.

Dr. Amy Schiffman

Dr. Amy Schiffman, a Hospice Care Expert, is the co-host of the podcast “Mastering Medicare” and is one of the nation’s leading experts in geriatrics and palliative/hospice care. She is the chief medical officer for a human services agency and oversees their hospice agency, private duty agency and a Holocaust survivor program. A board-certified emergency medicine physician, she completed her emergency medicine residency at the George Washington University School of Medicine and has established herself as one of the nation’s leading experts in geriatrics and palliative/hospice care.

Michael Schimmel

Michael Schimmel is the founder and CEO of Sympathy Brands, and its family of brands including Cemetery.com, eCondolence and shiva.com. He is a leading expert for death-care and end-of-life professionals, helping bring industry knowledge to clients interested in bridging technology, business efficiencies, and consumer expectations. Prior to founding Sympathy Brands, Michael was a corporate and intellectual property attorney advising entrepreneurs and corporations on operational and financial matters related to technology, professional services, and e-commerce business strategies.

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