NATIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTORS & MORTICIANS ASSOCIATION, INC. 40 & Under Funeral Directors 2015 ENRICHMENT & LEADERSHIP SUMMIT FEBRUARY 8, 2015 FEBRUARY 9, 2015 NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 6290 SHANNON PARKWAY UNION CITY, GEORGIA & HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES ATLANTA AIRPORT WEST - CAMP CREEK 3833 PRINCETON LAKES WAY ATLANTA, GEORGIA Registration Information Enclosed 1
NATIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTORS & MORTICIANS ASSOCIATION, INC. 40 & UNDER FUNERAL DIRECTORS 6290 SHANNON PARKWAY UNION CITY, GEORGIA 30291 770.969.0064 (PHONE) 770.969.0505 (FAX) NFDMA@NFDMA.COM (EMAIL) WWW.NFDMA.COM Dear NFDMA 40 & Under & Friends: Greetings! The 40 & Under Funeral Directors of the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. cordially invites you to join us for an Enrichment & Leadership Summit, February 8, 2015 February 9, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. This time of education, guidance and governance will be held the National Headquarters of the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. Enclosed in this packet are your registration materials, including the tentative agenda. The following sessions will take place during this meeting: Discussion and development of an official constitution and bylaws. Nominations of New Officers A time to plan strategies for the 40 & Under Funeral Directors and receive directions from the parent association. Two Educational Offerings with CEU credit Pre-planning for the NFDMA, Inc. 2015 Annual National Convention & Exposition Mortuary Student, Apprentice & Newly Licensee Day with NFDMA. Exploration of partnerships and fundraisers for the 40 & Under Funeral Directors of NFDMA, Inc. Special arrangements for reduced air transportation fares have been made with AirTran Airlines, United/Continental Airlines and Delta Airlines, along with special rates for car rentals through AVIS. We strongly encourage you to register online at www.nfdma.com. If you have questions, or need additional information, please contact the National Headquarters at 770.969.0064 or nfdma@nfdma.com. We look forward to seeing you in Atlanta for the 40 & Under Funeral Directors Enrichment & Leadership Summit! Sincerely, The Officers of the 40 & Under Funeral Directors NFDMA NATIONAL PRESIDENT JAMYE D. JETER CAMERON, CFSP NFDMA VICE-PRESIDENT ALEXANDER C. WYNN, III, CFSP NFDMA CORPORATE CLERK OF THE HOUSE TRYPHINA WISEMAN, CFSP NFDMA NATIONAL TREASURER STARR HUTCHINGS PURDUE NFDMA CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS HALL DAVIS, IV, CFSP NFDMA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CAROL T. WILLIAMS, ED.D, CFSP, CPC 2 40 & UNDER CHAIRPERSON BRANDON M. WYLIE, CFSP 40 & UNDER CO-CHAIRPERSON JERRI J. REED, CFSP 40 & UNDER MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR CORNELL. W. ROBINSON-CARROLL, CFSP 40 & UNDER EDUCATION COORDINATOR R. DEMALE BOWDEN, JR., CFSP 40 & UNDER TREASURER ISAIAH S. IKE HOLCOMB 40 & UNDER OPERATIONS COORDINATOR RODERIC A. CLARK 40 & UNDER CHAPLAIN & NAYE LIAISON JAMARIEN P. MOORE
2 0 1 5 40 & UNDER FUNERAL DIRECTORS ENRICHMENT & LEADERSHIP SUMMIT ATLANTA, GEORGIA THE TENTATIVE AGENDA S U N D A Y, F E B R U A R Y 8, 2 0 1 5 H O L I D A Y I NN 5:00PM 7:00PM 7:30PM 8:30PM 8:00PM Current Officers Meeting Registration Open Mardi Gras Welcome Reception Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez Let The Good Times Roll Sponsored By: Wiseman Mortuary, Inc. Fayetteville, North Carolina 6:00AM 8:30AM 8:00AM 8:30AM 9:00AM 12:00Noon 12:00Noon 1:30PM Breakfast Buffet in Hotel Lobby A Morning Devotion 40 & Under Funeral Directors Business Session Lunch Co-Sponsored By: The Crystal Ball Foundation Ellenwood, Georgia 1:45PM 2:45PM 3:00PM 4:00PM 5:00PM Until Mentor Educational Presentation Leadership: What Type of Leader Are You? Presented By: Dr. Carol T. Williams, CFSP, CPC Owner Annae Enterprises, LLC Mentor Educational Presentation Professionalism: Are you prepared to be recruited? Presented By: Mr. Kyle P. Ledford, Sr., CFSP Owner Ledford Funeral Home Trenton, New Jersey Explore Atlanta On Your Own [Summit Adjourned] 3
HOW DO I REGISTER? Our registration portal can be located online at www.nfdma.com Here are the 8 easy steps... 1) Open you internet browser and go to www.nfdma.com 2) Follow the link that says Click Here To Enter Site 3) Follow the link that says Click Here To Register under the 40 & Under Summit Info 4) Enter your primary email address (Please note, each registrant MUST have his/her own individual email address.) 5) Enter your password 6) Press Enter 7) Click on All Upcoming Events (Located on the left side of your screen) 8) Follow the links to register for this event. If you are having problems with your primary email address or password, please contact the National Office at 770-969-0064. Registration Closes at MIDNIGHT on Friday, January 30, 2015! 4
GENERAL INFORMATION Hotel Information The host hotel for the 40 & Under Funeral Directors 2015 Enrichment & Leadership Summit is the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta Airport West - Camp Creek, 3833 Princeton Lakes Court, Southwest, Atlanta, Georgia. The hotel can be contacted at 404-968-2300. Adjacent to Camp Creek Marketplace and only 15 minutes from downtown Atlanta, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta Airport West - Camp Creek hotel is the perfect place for business and leisure travelers. In addition to a boutique style, the hotel offers services that include a free, 24-hour airport shuttle and an airline flight display screen in the lobby. The hotel is just 4 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). It is within walking distance of Camp Creek Marketplace with more than 100 stores and restaurants. After a day of traveling, relax by an outdoor, lakeside patio or take a dip in the heated, indoor pool. The hotel also offers the free, hot Express Start Breakfast Bar and free Wi-Fi access to keep you energized and connected. Hotel Reservations & Payments All room reservations must be made directly through the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Atlanta Airport Hotel. (Please do not send hotel reservation information or deposits to the national office) A credit card is required to make a reservation and it will only be used to guarantee your reservation. The card will not be charged by the hotel. THE RESERVATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2015. Make hotel reservations by following calling (888) 465-4329 and ask for group code for the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. Room Rates Standard King Rooms $95.00 Standard Double Rooms $95.00 A 16% tax will be added to your room rate. Room rates are good for three (3) days prior to and three (3) days after the meeting. Hotel Cancellations and Refunds All hotel reservations must be cancelled directly with the hotel, 24 hours prior to your arrival date. If you plan to cancel your room reservation(s), please contact that national office first, to see if there is a waiting list. Hotel Parking Complimentary self overnight parking Meeting Registration Registration for the 2015 Enrichment & Leadership Summit is open to all licensed funeral professionals, apprentices and students. Registration Fees The registration fee for each attendee is $25.00. THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2015. 5
TRAVEL INFORMATION Airline Information AIRTRAN AIRLINES www.airtran.com Click on A2B biz travel tab at top Click Login on left side Enter Account ID Number: 99005744 Password: funeral 1-800-247-8726 Booking your reservation in this manner will waive the $25.00 Bag Fee. DELTA AIRLINES www.delta.com 5%-10% discount Meeting Event Code : Please call the National Office for the Delta Code 1-800-221-1212 Enter the code on the main page where the Meeting Event Code is located then you will enter the SkyBonus #US0012254 on the next page where you will enter your name. You will continue to receive your skymiles and assist the association in building up skymiles points. UNITED / CONTINENTAL AIRLINES www.united.com 2%-10% discount (depending on booking class) Z Code #: - ZTC4 201487 1-800-426-1122 Note a processing fee may occur when calling the airlines. Please provide agents with the code or group name to receive the discount available Rental Car Information Avis www.avis.com Disc# T615799 1-800-331-1600 6
DOWNTOWN SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS & ENTERTAINMENT Stats Food & Play 300 Marietta Street, Atlanta, GA 30313 404-885-1473 Friedman s Shoes for Men 209 Mitchell St., Atlanta, GA 30303 404-524-0951 Friedman s Shoes for Women 223 Mitchell St., Atlanta, GA 30303 404-523-1134 Underground Atlanta 50 Upper Alabama St., SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 404-381-1247 Atlantic Station 261 19 th St., SW, Atlanta, GA 404-685-9229 Ritz Carlton Hotel Buckhead 3434 Peachtree Rd., NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 404-237-2700 Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10pm until 1am Live Local Lounge Great Jazz Uptown Comedy Corner 800 Marietta St., NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5783 404-881-0200 Oscar s Cigars 3515 Camp Creek Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30344 404-344-5766 Located 5.6 miles from the Hilton Atlanta Airport. Cigar Times 275 Baker St., N.E., Atlanta, GA 30308 404-477-0950 Located 9.2 miles from the Hilton Atlanta Airport - http://www.ricscigars.com/cigar-times-%20home.html Highland Cigar Co 245 North Highland Ave., Ste. 140, Atlanta, GA 30307-404-477-2415 Located 9.5 miles from Hilton Atlanta Airport - http://highlandcigar.com/ Lobby Shop for Cigars 191 Peachtree St., NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 404-681-4381 Located 9.8 miles from Hilton Atlanta Airport - Eastlake Golf Club 2575 Alston Dr., SE, Atlanta, GA 404-373-5722 WHEELCHAIR RENTAL Mobility Express 770-998-9984 (Sue or Jerry Sharp) Motorized Wheelchair - $45 a day (2 day minimum) Scooter Rental - $35 a day (2 day minimum) GENERAL SERVICES GROUND TRANSPORTATION The hotel provides complimentary airport shuttle service to and from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. If you do not want to use the shuttle service, we have contacted the companies below and they will provide you with Luxury service. LIMOUSINES & SEDANS A-Watkins Limousine 404.758.3181 Joshua Menifee Website: awatkinslimo.com Email: info@awatkinslimo.com Upscale Limousine 404.456.5134 Tyrone Sams Email: upscaletsams@gmail.com 7
NATIONAL FUNERAL DIRECTORS & MORTICIANS ASSOCIATION, INC. 6290 SHANNON PARKWAY UNION CITY, GEORGIA 30291 770.969.0064 (PHONE) 770.969.0505 (FAX) NFDMA@NFDMA.COM (EMAIL) WWW.NFDMA.COM 40 & UNDER 2015 8