The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee has announced it will hold a "markup" session tomorrow morning, Wednesday, May 5, at 10 AM, to vote on H.R. 3655, the Bereaved Consumers Bill of Right Act, sponsored by Rep. Bobby Rush (D-IL). The bill requires the Federal Trade Commission to establish a "Funeral Rule II" covering all sellers of funeral goods or services, and extends to nonprofit, religious, and municipal organizations. Penalties for noncompliance can be imposed up to $16,000 per violation, although this fact is not mentioned in the bill itself.

The ICCFA has testified in opposition to the legislation in January and urged its members to contact their Congressional representatives to express their concerns. However, the National Funeral Directors Association and various state funeral directors associations strongly support the bill. More recently other funeral service organizations have announced their opposition to H.R. 3655 including the Cemetery and Mortuary Association of California, Florida Funeral Directors Association, The Florida Cemetery Funeral and Cremation Association, and the Catholic Cemetery Conference, among others. See the letters at http://www.iccfa.com/files/HR3655-letters.pdf.

Should the bill be voted on favorably by the Energy and Commerce Committee, it is expected to go to a floor vote by the entire House of Representatives. If passed, the legislation will then be sent to the Senate for consideration. ICCFA members will be kept updated and, when appropriate, be asked to take action.

Shipping Human Remains by Air: TSA Gives Free Webinars on Certified Cargo Screening

On May 13, the Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will be conducting a free webinar called, "Certified Cargo Screening Program: Easier Than You May Think." Effective August 1, 2010, 100% of cargo shipped by passenger airlines from the U.S. must be screened. The current protocols for screening human remains will remain in effect on August 1 and thereafter until further notice, although it is not known when the notice will be given. According to TSA, "If you don't screen your own cargo, someone else will. TSA's voluntary CCSP allows you to make a decision that best fits your business model... This webinar will discuss how 100% screening may affect your business, steps to completing CCSP certification, and key benefits to joining CCSP and performing inhouse screening."

To participate in the May 13 webinar, please see the information at this link: http://www.iccfa.com/reading/2010-2019/free-tsa-webinar-and-town-hall-meetings.

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Consider the Possibilities
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a professional sales force in the Brandon/Tampa, FL area.

As Sales Manager, you'll manage leads and be responsible for coaching our Sales Staff – acting as their primary reference regarding customer service and satisfaction, prospecting, product knowledge, sales presentations, closing skills, prices, terms, paperwork, and sales guideline interpretation. In return, we'll provide the most professional training our industry offers, career advancement opportunities, excellent earning potential, and a respectful and professional work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Promote Sales
• Ensure that location sales quotas are achieved
• Recruit sales representatives
• Provide sales staff with proper training regarding sales techniques, legal requirements, and company products, policies, and procedures
• Review and evaluate sales staff performance
• Handle personnel issues and problems
• Conduct weekly sales meetings
• Ensure all contracts/paperwork are completed and returned accurately and in a timely manner
• Work in the field with the sales team (ride with staff on presentations)

If you qualify, the position offers:

• Outstanding Compensation and Bonus Potential
• Professional Training and Materials
• Full Benefit Package
• Advancement Opportunities

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years sales experience, preferably six years or more
• Minimum of one year sales management experience

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to jay.crawley@sci-us.com
or CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Funeral Director
Currently Seeking a Licensed Funeral Director in Mission, TX.

SCI is the largest Funeral Services Company in North America, located in over 40 states with over 1,600 locations encompassing 20,000 employees

We are currently seeking a licensed Funeral Director. This position reports directly to the Funeral Home Manager. You will interact directly with client families during their time of need and is responsible for creating and maintaining a premier level of client family satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Funeral Director/ Embalmer
• Must have a current Texas Funeral Director/Embalmer license
• Familiar with Texas Laws
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to max.mosher@sci-us.com or CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Funeral Director
Currently Seeking a Licensed Funeral Director in Houston, TX.

SCI is the largest Funeral Services Company in North America, located in over 40 states with over 1,600 locations encompassing 20,000 employees

We are currently seeking a licensed Funeral Director. This position reports directly to the Funeral Home Manager. You will interact directly with client families during their time of need and is responsible for creating and maintaining a premier level of client family satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Funeral Director/ Embalmer
• Must have a current Texas Funeral Director/Embalmer license
• Familiar with Texas Laws
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to max.mosher@sci-us.com or CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Funeral Director
Currently Seeking a Licensed Funeral Director in San Antonio, TX.

SCI is the largest Funeral Services Company in North America, located in over 40 states with over 1,600 locations encompassing 20,000 employees

We are currently seeking a licensed Funeral Director. This position reports directly to the Funeral Home Manager. You will interact directly with client families during their time of need and is responsible for creating and maintaining a premier level of client family satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Funeral Director/ Embalmer
• Must have a current Texas Funeral Director/Embalmer license
• Familiar with Texas Laws
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to max.mosher@sci-us.com or CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Funeral Director/Location Manager
A select number of prestigious client firms nationwide have an immediate need for experienced funeral directors and funeral home location managers. All inquiries are strictly confidential and all placement fees are paid by these hiring companies. Please send a letter of inquiry and/or resume to Global Recruiters of Batesville, info@grnbatesville.com.

Global Recruiters of Batesville is a supplier member of ICCFA and the nation's preferred choice for management search and recruiting for cemetery, cremation and funeral service professions.

Cemetery Sales Director
How does 600 interments a year and a 4,000,000 person market with an existing sales force doing over $2,500,000 sound as a base to launch your new career as Sales Director of this beautiful cemetery. We are seeking a highly professional leader with proven industry experience to manage a team of sales counselors at this premier New York cemetery. Compensation includes impressive overrides and monthly bonuses, health insurance, prescription drug coverage and matching 401k. Visit our Web site at www.rosehillsmemorialpark.com. To apply in confidence, e-mail your resume to ds@djshipper.com.

Licensed Funeral Director or Funeral Director Intern
We are looking for a licensed, experienced funeral director or funeral director intern for the newest and most beautiful funeral home in the Indiana Tri-State area, Sunset Funeral Home. Located in Evansville, IN at Sunset Funeral Home & Memorial Park, it is the only funeral home located in a cemetery in the Tri-State area. Excellent benefits, great working environment. Tremendous opportunity in one of the industry's most exciting companies. Please fax confidential resume to 888-843-5651 or email cnelke@indianamemorialgroup.com. All replies held in strict confidence.

Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Licensed funeral director or intern.

Great Florida Sales Management Opportunity!
Six Figure Income!
Are you tired of fighting those Northern winters?
We are looking for a talented Sales Manager to run 2 well established, highly respected funeral homes on Florida's Gulf Coast. These businesses have been successfully serving Florida families for over 100 years!

As a selling Sales Manger you will have access to the following:

• A Family Service Presence Serving over 500 Cases Annually!
• Great Direct Mail and Telemarketing Lead Programs!
• National Corporation with Strong Sales Mentality!
• Great Benefit Package with Major Medical and 401K!

This could be your chance to enjoy a fantastic lifestyle while earning a 100K+ income!
Please email your resume to:
Mark Helmintoller, Regional Sales Manager at mhjh2000@aol.com or call 941-474-2413

Sales Management
Recession, what recession? 2009 was by far our best year ever when we achieved a 56% increase in sales versus 2008.

Regional management positions may now be available in your area!

Senior Life Services, a large independent insurance agency operating in 20 states is expanding. Get in on the EXPLODING SENIOR MARKET selling final expense life to seniors. Easy issue, lowest rates, unlimited leads provided to you and your agents weekly. In the current recession many businesses are hurting in the USA and throughout the world, however our business is booming. Thousands of seniors purchase our product each week!

We have regional management positions available in Illinois, Ohio, Louisiana, Mississippi, West Virginia, Arkansas, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennesee, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are now accepting resumes for these positions.

Requirements include a State Life Insurance License to work, but not to apply. Applicants should have a strong successful Sales Management background in either Life Insurance or Preneed Cemetery/Funeral Sales or the equivalent. You must also have shown a track record of success in both personal sales and Recruiting/Teambuilding.

INCOME POTENTIAL—250K TO 500K+

We offer initial and ongoing training of both management and sales agents. We have an outstanding lead program (unlimited weekly), advance commissions, benefits (disability, death and retirement), annual convention, special incentives and agent & client support.

We are looking for FULL-TIME FLEXIBLE, ADAPTABLE, TRAINABLE individuals
DRIVEN TO SUCEED! CONTACT TAMMY TAYLOR AT 800-548-3249 or e-mail your resume to recruit@senior-lifeservices.com.

Do You Want an Opportunity to Earn What You Are Worth?
Stewart Enterprises is looking for an experienced sales manager with a proven track record of success in combination operations that wants an opportunity to earn what you are worth and not have your income potential capped.

We are currently seeking a sales manager in Little Rock, Arkansas to manage sales for two cemeteries and a funeral home. The successful candidate that will be selected for this position must have:

• at least 3 years experience as a sales manager in the cemetery/funeral business
• a proven track record of hiring and maintaining a stable, productive sales force
• experience managing sales in a combination funeral home/cemetery environment
• experience managing multiple locations in a single market

We offer the following benefits:

• 401(k)
• Complete health package including medical, dental, and vision care
• Bonus Programs
• Advancement opportunities

If you are looking for a company that you can retire from, give Joe Everly a call at 504-265-0370 or e-mail your resume to Jeverly@stei.com. All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Be a Part of "New Acquistions"
We are a Private Company in the process of adding New Businesses to our family of Cemeteries and Funeral Homes.
In preparation of the upcoming closings we find ourselves in need of expanding our Sales Management Team. These are high profile
Businesses in great market areas with unlimited income potential.

If you are a Seasoned Sales Manager and looking for a breath of fresh air, WE OFFER:

• Advance Commissions and Overrides
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K Plan
• Relocation Benefit
• Direct Mail Advertising
• Appointment Setters

If you are interested in a confidential interview e-mail your resume with past history to cwrouse@comcast.net.

Funeral Home For Sale—Suffolk County, NY
2 Large chapels convertible to 1 or 3 rooms
Lounge, Prep, Floral & Display Rooms with Casket Lift
6 room live-in or income apartment
Rentable office space attached to building
Parking

Inquire at PFH.LB40@yahoo.com

Easy Extra Revenue Source
Awesome opportunity for Directors to make make additional revenue. While Directors are assisting their clients in getting their affairs in order...what better time to ask them if they have their estate in order? This is a win/win/win opportunity and a fantastic means of generating additional bottom line income for funeral homes and crematoriums.

Our comprehensive Estate Planning package is far more than just a will or trust; and ensures that your client is completely prepared in the event of death or incapacitation. The program is available in all states but Louisiana.

How it works: The Client contacts us by telephone and all pressing questions are answered in plain English. We will hold your Client's hand, so to speak, and make sure they are completely comfortable. Once the documents are prepared, we'll have them drawn up under the umbrella of a top estate planning Attorney in your State. Next, they are bound and shipped to your Client with complete instructions on where to sign and mail each document.

People expect to pay thousands for this service. We are Integrity Life Skills, Salt Lake City, Utah based LLC. We are offering this service at a wholesale price for Funeral home and Crematorium Directors of $595. You should feel comfortable offering this service for anywhere between $795 and $1495 while still delivering tremendous value to your clients.

Go to www.IntegrityLifeSkills.com/EstatePartners or call Kevin @ 866-749-2555.

Consider the Possibilities—Oakbrook Terrace, IL
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a professional sales force in the Oakbrook Terrace, IL area.

As Sales Manager, you'll manage leads and be responsible for coaching our Sales Staff—acting as their primary reference regarding customer service and satisfaction, prospecting, product knowledge, sales presentations, closing skills, prices, terms, paperwork, and sales guideline interpretation. In return, we'll provide the most professional training our industry offers, career advancement opportunities, excellent earning potential, and a respectful and professional work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Promote Sales
• Ensure that location sales quotas are achieved
• Recruit sales representatives
• Provide sales staff with proper training regarding sales techniques, legal requirements, and company products, policies, and procedures
• Review and evaluate sales staff performance
• Handle personnel issues and problems
• Conduct weekly sales meetings
• Ensure all contracts/paperwork are completed and returned accurately and in a timely manner
• Work in the field with the sales team (ride with staff on presentations)

If you qualify, the position offers:

• Outstanding Compensation and Bonus Potential
• Professional Training and Materials
• Full Benefit Package
• Advancement Opportunities

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years sales experience, preferably six years or more
• Minimum of one year sales management experience

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to jay.crawley@sci-us.com
OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Consider the Possibilities—Arlington Heights, IL
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a professional sales force in the Oakbrook Terrace, IL area.

As Sales Manager, you'll manage leads and be responsible for coaching our Sales Staff—acting as their primary reference regarding customer service and satisfaction, prospecting, product knowledge, sales presentations, closing skills, prices, terms, paperwork, and sales guideline interpretation. In return, we'll provide the most professional training our industry offers, career advancement opportunities, excellent earning potential, and a respectful and professional work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Promote Sales
• Ensure that location sales quotas are achieved
• Recruit sales representatives
• Provide sales staff with proper training regarding sales techniques, legal requirements, and company products, policies, and procedures
• Review and evaluate sales staff performance
• Handle personnel issues and problems
• Conduct weekly sales meetings
• Ensure all contracts/paperwork are completed and returned accurately and in a timely manner
• Work in the field with the sales team (ride with staff on presentations)

If you qualify, the position offers:

• Outstanding Compensation and Bonus Potential
• Professional Training and Materials
• Full Benefit Package
• Advancement Opportunities

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years sales experience, preferably six years or more
• Minimum of one year sales management experience

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to jay.crawley@sci-us.com
OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Funeral Director
Currently Seeking a Licensed Funeral Director in Houston, TX

The Funeral Director is directly involved with client families during their time of need.

• Creates and maintains the Company's premier level of client family satisfaction
• Consistently establishes rapport with client families and develops an understanding of each family situation
• Effectively analyzes needs and proactively communicates appropriate Company service/product options to all client families
• Assumes responsibility for insuring that the services provided to the client family are in accordance with their wishes, while maintaining total compliance with applicable regulations
• Actively participates in community organizations in the areas they are employed
• Supports the location's marketing efforts and functions as a liaison with designated key community members
• As required by business demand, works individually and as a team member to arrange, direct and/or supervise personalized services in a single, or at multiple Company locations
• Depending on location and business demand, may also act as embalmer and/or assist prep room staff
• May assist in training of others
• Anticipates potential problems and effectively resolves customer conflicts to maintain the company's reputation as the funeral provider of choice

Education

• Graduation from accredited mortuary college required
• State Funeral Director license required
• Successful completion of apprenticeship program required
• Two years Associate's degree preferred
• International Funeral Conference Examining Board Certificate preferred
• Embalming license preferred

Experience
Minimum two years funeral service experience required

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to larry.newsom@sci-us.com OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

General Manager
General Manager needed for Houston, TX Funeral Home/Cemetery Combination Location.

This position is responsible for all activities associated with operations, customers, staff, facilities and financials in the assigned locations. The primary responsibilities of the General Manager role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Manage the daily business operations as if it were your own.
• Achieve the location's annual financial and marketing goals.
• Continuously track the ratio of sales and ensure targets are met.
• Implement new service and revenue enhancement programs to help grow market share.
• Ensure all company operational procedures and policies are implemented and practiced.
• Maintain a motivated and dedicated staff with the skills necessary to service client family needs.
• Select, train and motivate location staff to assure that they create and maintain a premier level of client family satisfaction.
• Practice and promote teamwork among location staff.
• Ensure visitations and services are conducted in a manner that exceeds the expectations of our client families and friends.
• Continuously review processes and procedures to identify areas for training/potential improvement/cost reduction.
• Plan and participate in community events designed to heighten awareness of the location

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business is preferred.
• Managerial experience in either a funeral home, cemetery, or combo location is strongly desired.
• High level understanding of all competitors and the demographic patterns influencing location business and market share.

***Successful candidate will hold a Texas Funeral Service License or have the ability to reciprocate their license quickly OR will have extensive cemetery management and sales experience.

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to larry.newsom@sci-us.com OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Consider the Possibilities—Kokomo, IN
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a professional sales force in the Kokomo, IN area.

As Sales Manager, you'll manage leads and be responsible for coaching our Sales Staff—acting as their primary reference regarding customer service and satisfaction, prospecting, product knowledge, sales presentations, closing skills, prices, terms, paperwork, and sales guideline interpretation. In return, we'll provide the most professional training our industry offers, career advancement opportunities, excellent earning potential, and a respectful and professional work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Promote Sales
• Ensure that location sales quotas are achieved
• Recruit sales representatives
• Provide sales staff with proper training regarding sales techniques, legal requirements, and company products, policies, and procedures
• Review and evaluate sales staff performance
• Handle personnel issues and problems
• Conduct weekly sales meetings
• Ensure all contracts/paperwork are completed and returned accurately and in a timely manner
• Work in the field with the sales team (ride with staff on presentations)

If you qualify, the position offers:

• Outstanding Compensation and Bonus Potential
• Professional Training and Materials
• Full Benefit Package
• Advancement Opportunities

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years sales experience, preferably six years or more
• Minimum of one year sales management experience

For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to jay.crawley@sci-us.com OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Funeral Director—Leader
Currently Seeking a Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer in Lake Jackson, TX to lead our operations in this NEW funeral home (built on an existing cemetery).

This position interacts directly with client families during their time of need and is responsible for creating and maintaining a premier level of client family satisfaction. The position could lead to a Location Manager role as soon as the location warrants adding additional licensees. We are already at 75 calls in less than 1 year!

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
• Texas Funeral Service & Embalming License (or ability to reciprocate)
• Experienced Funeral Director ready for management opportunity

Check us out and consider what we have to offer for your career. Advanced on-line training resources, career advancement opportunities in the largest organization in our industry, attractive benefits, and a wonderful community to serve with plenty of culture and personality.

Excellent new facilities built on a respected cemetery in this Texas Gulf Coast Community (5 miles to the beach). You'll have access to the very best training and employee resources in the industry.
For fastest consideration, send your resume via e-mail to larry.newsom@sci-us.com OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Separate Yourself from the Pack
NorthStar Memorial Group is a dynamic and rapidly growing collection of the most talented leaders in the industry. Our formula is simple; we have the best people at the best properties in the best markets.

We are seeking Top Producers and Top Sales Managers as we gear up for even greater expansion. We provide all the tools, training, incentives and culture that have resulted in the most prosperous and stable team in the nation.

If you want to position yourself for success, I invite you to come grow with us. Send your resume to Bob March at bob.march@nsmg.com.

Consider the Possibilities—Atlanta, GA
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a professional sales force in the Atlanta, GA area. This is an opportunity to manage the sales function for a combo in Kennesaw, a cemetery in Roswell and a funeral home in Woodstock.

Apply to today and discover how rewarding it can be to work with us:

• Salary plus performance bonuses
• Attractive benefits
• Continued learning/development/advancement

Requirements:

• Minimum of five years sales experience
• Minimum of three years sales management experience
• Must also be:
  • An excellent recruiter and trainer
  • A person of integrity
  • High energy, creative, and have the ability to motivate

For fastest consideration, send your resume via email to jay.crawley@sci-us.com OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Consider the Possibilities—Des Plaines, IN
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a professional sales force in the Chicago, IL area (Des Plaines). This is an opportunity to manage the sales function for a cemetery and nearby funeral home.
Apply to today and discover how rewarding it can be to work with us:

• Salary plus performance bonuses
• Attractive benefits
• Continued learning/development/advancement

Requirements:

• Minimum of five years sales experience
• Minimum of three years sales management experience

Must also be:

• An excellent recruiter and trainer
• A person of integrity
• High energy, creative, and have the ability to motivate

For fastest consideration, send your resume via email to larry.newsom@sci-us.com OR CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Consider the Possibilities—Rockford, IL
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a professional sales force in the Rockford, IL area. This is an opportunity to assume the reins of an already high performing sales team, not a fixer-upper.
Apply to today and discover how rewarding it can be to work with us:

• Salary plus performance bonuses
• Attractive benefits
• Continued learning/development/advancement

Requirements:

• Minimum of five years sales experience
• Minimum of three years sales management experience

Must also be:

• An excellent recruiter and trainer
• A person of integrity
• High energy, creative, and have the ability to motivate

For fastest consideration, send your resume via email to larry.newsom@sci-us.com OR
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SCICORP&cws=1&rid=625
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Immediate Opening—A SOLID PERFORMER!
A solid Company is looking for an Experienced Sales Manager to work with the sales functions of a 300+ burial Cemetery in the Mid-West. Candidate must have experience in cemetery/funeral Sales Management. The ideal candidate would be a team player who understands that recruiting and training of a sales staff is a daily function of management. The manager we select for this high profile position must have a strong work ethic, can multi task, works well with others, can manage people, communicate and implement company policy and procedures.

In return, you will be compensated extremely well and live a quality of life that most only dream about. Medical, Dental, 401K and Life Insurance is only a part of what is available to you. Don't delay, this position will not stay open long.

If you are a candidate looking for such an opportunity please e-mail your resume to rosehillelmwood@aol.com.

Simply Put... Becoming the Best
Remember the days of creating lead programs and having monies to support it? Rolling out a monthly sales contest? Recognition and award trips to exotic destinations?

At Carriage Services "The Good Ole Days" are NOW!

We are looking for driven, experienced entrepreneurs who can build successful teams for long term growth. The qualified candidate must possess unbridled energy, can energize and inspire, has the edge to make the right and sometimes difficult decisions, and execute results.

Only proven "A" Players need apply; we only have room for the best!

Current Sales Manager opportunity in our Florida market.

For confidential consideration
E-mail or fax resume to:
chuck.horvath@carriageservices.com
713-332-5417 fax
E.o.e/m/f

Place your classified advertisement with ICCFA today!

• ICCFA Wireless classified ads cost $80 and must be prepaid.
• Ads run in two consecutive issues, and include free placement on the ICCFA Web site for four weeks.
• Ads include a link to the company Web site and/or e-mail at no charge.
• Ads with a box number for confidential reply are available for an additional $15.
• Ads must be no longer than 250 words.
• ICCFA reserves the right to limit the number of ads per issue on a first-come, first-served basis.
• All advertising is subject to the publisher's approval; advertisers assume liability for all content of advertisements printed and for any claims arising therefrom against the publisher.

  For more information or to place an ad, contact Rick Platter at rickp@iccfa.com or call 800.645.7700. See more classified ads at www.iccfa.com/classifieds.

ICCFA Supply Link Allows Easy Buyer's Guide Searching
The ICCFA Supply Link, an online buyer's guide members can use to easily search for products and services from the convenience of their computers, can be accessed directly from the ICCFA home page. The Supply Link offers a "Search" function whereby members can search according to product type or company name and can be limited to a state or to a certain radius distance from a specified city or ZIP code. Users also can narrow their search to include only ICCFA-member companies. Suppliers that are ICCFA members and exhibitors are identified as such in their listings.

Discounts at FuneralReview.com and Dignity University
The ICCFA has partnered with FuneralReview.Com to provide online continuing education at a discount for members. Founded in 2002, FuneralReview.Com is North America's largest provider of online continuing education courses designed specifically for funeral directors, embalmers and preneed counselors. ICCFA members are being provided a code for use in obtaining a discount on the site's funeral courses.

All funeral courses at FuneralReview.com are approved by the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice. ICCFA members in good standing can log in using a special code to receive a discounted price on the funeral service courses. If you have not yet received your code or have misplaced it, call the ICCFA at 1.800.645.7700. For more information, visit www.funeralreview.com.

The ICCFA also offers low-cost online training on a variety of OSHA topics through a partnership with Dignity University. To access the 23 OSHA courses, visit http://online.ecampustraining.com/Dignityu/.

ICCFA News Page
The ICCFA News Page takes you to sources throughout the world for industry news and updates. It brings you the most comprehensive selection of funeral service and cemetery news available anywhere, along with frequently updated general news items related to national and world events. The News Page reports the news before anyone else and is one of the most visited page on the ICCFA Web site. Stop in each day and you'll see why.

Music Licensing
The 2009 Music Licenses are available for just $248 per property, no additional fees. Covers ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Any U.S. funeral home, cemetery or related business is eligible for membership as a Music License Member. Licensing directly with the agencies this year would cost nearly $600 per location, so this price—which requires no additional membership fee—is still the lowest available to the industry.

Tax-Related Questions
ICCFA members now also have access to an attorney for tax-related questions regarding trust earnings, care fund allocations, capital gains, investments and more. The ICCFA has retained Leslie Schneider, CPA, a tax attorney with Ivins, Phillips & Barker in Washington, DC, for telephone consultations for up to 20 minutes with no obligation. To take advantage of this member benefit, call Schneider at 202.393.7600.

ICCFA Insurance Program

Administered by Alliant Insurance Services, this program allows members to purchase commercial property and casualty insurance—including general liability, commercial property, automobile liability and physical damage, umbrella liability, professional liability, workers compensation, employee benefits and more—at rates they probably would not be able to afford on
their own. For details, call 800.390.9099.

HR Law Benefit
Through an unprecedented new benefit program, ICCFA members can now access free legal consultations regarding labor relations, human resource management and employment law. Attorney Michael Pepperman of the Labor Relations and Employment Law department at Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP (ORM&H), is available to address questions on topics ranging from hiring and firing, to employee privacy and workplace violence, to wages and hours, to equal employment opportunity and wrongful discharge issues. Michael Pepperman, Esq., has spoken on labor and employment issues at several ICCFA conferences and regional industry meetings. To take advantage of this benefit, please call 215.665.3032.

ICCFA Introduces New Sales Training Programs
ICCFA introduces new sales training programs by sales trainer and professional speaker Gary O'Sullivan, CCE. O'Sullivan's two latest products include a 10 DVD Series—The Power to Sell Preneed, and a training support system called the GoSell System. Both products provide sales managers with tools and training strategies that will help them to strengthen and motivate their teams. For more details or to place an order, call the ICCFA at 800.645.7700.

ICCFA Internet Expo
The ICCFA Internet Expo is the largest online exposition in the cemetery and funeral service industry. Cemetery and funeral home owners and operators will find 300+ providers in more than 100 product and service categories. Exhibit space is provided as a free, exclusive benefit to all ICCFA supplier and professional members. Check it out today!

Fraud Prevention & Detection Consultation Service
ICCFA has retained the services of veteran fraud investigator Robert A. Garvey Jr., CPA, CFE, CrFA, CVA, to serve as a consultative resource for members' employee theft and fraud concerns. The new member benefit, the "Fraud Investigation and Deterrence Consultation Service" or FIDCS, will allow members to discuss by telephone any issues or concerns related to suspected fraudulent activity or a desire to put systems and controls in place at their locations to deter such activity. There is no cost to ICCFA members in good standing to utilize this benefit. The number to call is 866.649.1902.

Legal Advice on Cremation Concerns
Courtesy of the ICCFA Government and Legal Fund, ICCFA members now have access to pre-paid legal advice on cremation-related issues. Through this exclusive member benefit, the association has retained Poul H. Lemasters, Esq., of Lemasters Consulting in Cincinnati, Ohio. Poul is an attorney and licensed funeral director, and members in good standing may call him at 513.407.8114 to discuss cremation concerns for up to 20 minutes at no charge.

FTC 'Red Flag' Compliance Program
ICCFA now offers members a sample compliance program concerning new Federal Trade Commission rules to fight identity theft. To have the program template sent to you, please contact us at 800.645.7700 or rfells@iccfa.com.

GPL Compliance Check
Members whose businesses must follow the FTC Funeral Rule's General Price List (GPL) requirements can have their lists reviewed for compliance by attorney Poul H. Lemasters, Esq., without charge. Contact Lemasters at 513.407.8114.

International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association
107 Carpenter Drive, Suite 100
Sterling, VA 20164
1.800.645.7700
703.391.8400
Fax: 703.391.8416
www.iccfa.com

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