IFDF Funeral Profession 2023 Series
IFDF Funeral Profession 2023 Series - A Rewarding Employee Review Process
Year-End Review of the Funeral Profession: 2022 and Beyond
The funeral profession is heading into a very interesting and important time. In the coming year, the funeral profession will be at the forefront of many important conversations and decisions. As more families are choosing cremation and direct burial services, funeral directors will need to be prepared to provide these services in a respectful and compassionate manner. As the industry is becoming more digital, funeral directors will need to be savvy in navigating online memorial services, social media, digital marketing, and other technologies. As the need for end-of-life planning grows, funeral directors will need to be knowledgeable in the legal and financial aspects of the profession. Finally, funeral directors will need to be prepared to work with families from all backgrounds and cultures, understanding the needs of each and providing a respectful and dignified service. In short, the funeral profession is headed for some exciting and challenging times in 2023.
IFDF FUNERAL PROFESSION -INTERVIEW WITH Mimi Mythen
Colette Kemp, IFDF Communications Committee Co-Chair, recently interviewed a newly graduated up-in-coming funeral professional called Mimi Mythen. Mimi is a member of the IFDF Communications Committee.
Mimi Mythen has been in Florida for seven or eight years. Growing up, she lived in multiple locations as her father was in the Navy, so her family moved a fair bit. Mimi currently resides in Jacksonville.
Mimi became interested in the death care field when learning about natural burials and ways to give back to the environment when you pass away. Her mother came home from work one day and told her about a Ted Talk she had watched by a woman named Caitlin Doughty. Caitlin talked about burial practices that nourish the environment and nourish the planet. Mimi's mom was unsure why, but it made her think of her daughter.
This was way before Mimi had any interest in the funeral profession. She listened to the Ted Talk and then researched and started to fall in love with green burials and natural burials.
From there, her journey began, and you can watch this video to learn more about Mimi Mythen and what matters to her. Enjoy!
You can watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pb6TI46QY2I&t=28s
IFDF FUNERAL PROFESSION -INTERVIEW WITH Mimi Mythen
Colette Kemp, IFDF Communications Committee Co-Chair, recently interviewed a newly graduated up-in-coming funeral professional called Mimi Mythen. Mimi is a member of the IFDF Communications Committee.
Mimi Mythen has been in Florida for seven or eight years. Growing up, she lived in multiple locations as her father was in the Navy, so her family moved a fair bit. Mimi currently resides in Jacksonville.
Mimi became interested in the death care field when learning about natural burials and ways to give back to the environment when you pass away. Her mother came home from work one day and told her about a Ted Talk she had watched by a woman named Caitlin Doughty. Caitlin talked about burial practices that nourish the environment and nourish the planet. Mimi's mom was unsure why, but it made her think of her daughter.
This was way before Mimi had any interest in the funeral profession. She listened to the Ted Talk and then researched and started to fall in love with green burials and natural burials.
From there, her journey began, and you can watch this video to learn more about Mimi Mythen and what matters to her. Enjoy!
You can watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pb6TI46QY2I&t=28s
IFDF FUNERAL PROFESSION -INTERVIEW WITH Monica Torres
Each month for our blog, Colette Kemp, IFDF Communications Committee Co-Chair, interviews people from our profession's best of the best.
For this month's blog, Ms. Kemp shares her experience at the NFDA Professional Women’s Conference in Miami, where she caught up with Monica Torres, who is speaking at our IFDF annual conference in June.
You can read the full article here https://www.ifdf.org/news/ifdf-funeral-profession-2022-series---interview-with-monica-torres
About IFDF:
The Independent Funeral Directors of Florida's mission is to promote, enhance and perpetuate independently owned and operated funeral homes, crematory, and cemetery firms in the state of Florida.
IFDF FUNERAL PROFESSION -INTERVIEW WITH Mariah Ballard
Each month for our blog, Colette Kemp, IFDF Communications Committee Co-Chair, interviews people from our profession to provide insights and perspectives that may be helpful to funeral professionals and independent funeral home owners as they grow their businesses and serve their families.
As this monthly blog is about “perspectives,” I thought it would be good to hear from a professional recruiter and get their tips and thoughts on hiring funeral professionals. Mariah Ballard is a search consultant for independent funeral homes. She specializes in supporting them to find qualified people to serve families.
You can read the full article here https://www.ifdf.org/news/ifdf-funeral-profession-2022-series---interview-with-mariah-ballard
About IFDF:
The Independent Funeral Directors of Florida's mission is to promote, enhance and perpetuate independently owned and operated funeral homes, crematory, and cemetery firms in the state of Florida.
IFDF FUNERAL PROFESSION -INTERVIEW WITH BOB HORN
As the Principal of Kemp Funeral Group and someone new to the profession, Colette Kemp has looked for ways to contribute to the industry while learning and meeting new people.
Ms. Kemp currently serves on the membership committee at the Association for Independent Funeral Directors of Florida, and she is the IFDF Communications Committee Co-Chair. She writes each month for the association's new blog series in this role.
Ms. Kemp recently caught up with Mr. Bob Horn for this month's interview. Mr. Horn recently received a Funeral Service Foundation (FSF) Distinguished Service Award at the 2021 NFDA International Convention & Expo in Nashville, Tennessee.
You can read the full article here: https://www.ifdf.org/news/ifdf-funeral-profession-blog-series-interview-with-bob-horn
About IFDF:
The Independent Funeral Directors of Florida's mission is to promote, enhance and perpetuate independently owned and operated funeral homes, crematory, and cemetery firms in the state of Florida.
IFDF FUNERAL PROFESSION -INTERVIEW WITH TANYA SCOTECE
As the Principal of Kemp Funeral Group and someone new to the profession, Colette Kemp has looked for ways to contribute to the industry while learning and meeting new people.
Ms. Kemp currently serves on the membership committee at the Association for Independent Funeral Directors of Florida, and she is the IFDF Communications Committee Co-Chair. She writes each month for the association's new blog series in this role.
This value-packed article is a must-read for independent funeral home owners. Dr. Scotece offers her unique insights into trends in the profession and advises on reaching students, engaging with them, and successfully hiring them.
You can read the full article here https://www.ifdf.org/news/ifdf-funeral-profession-2022-series---interview-with-dr-tanya-scotece
About IFDF:
The Independent Funeral Directors of Florida's mission is to promote, enhance and perpetuate independently owned and operated funeral homes, crematory, and cemetery firms in the state of Florida.
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