The Impact team has worked with the Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association (WFDA) since 2019 and has enjoyed working on their annual convention, watching it grow and evolve over the last few years. The Impact team members that serve WFDA include Caroline Bowers, Heather Kramer, JoEllen Graber, and Andrea Murray. The group came together recently to work on their 140th Annual Convention in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. It was an opportunity for everyone to reconnect, work on their continuing education, and have some fun.
The convention kicked off with one of our team’s favorite pieces, a LaCrosse Loggers baseball game and welcome reception. As Caroline put it, “The sun was hot, the beers were cold, and the smiles were warm!”
On day two, guests started their day of continuing education with Keynote Speaker, Conor Cunneen, aka IrishmanSpeaks. Conor showed how everyone can have the Gift of GAB (Goals, Attitude, Behavior) and how the Gift of GAB can impact every environment in a positive manner. Conor was a great speaker and set the tone for a fun day. Connor’s presentation was unique in that it was not necessarily industry specific but really spoke to attendees regardless.
The crew ended the day with a beautiful Service of Remembrance honoring those members and spouses lost since the last time WFDA gathered in 2019. Funeral Home Gifts generously donated gift certificates to the families of those lost to create a custom tribute blanket in honor of their loved ones.
Following the Service of Remembrance, attendees moved upstairs for a beautiful sunset river view during the President's reception to honor outgoing WFDA President, Jenna M. Krenz. The reception included an open bar and tasty appetizers.
The convention wrapped up on day three with more educational sessions, a ceremony honoring members celebrating their 25 and 50 year licensee awards, and the installation of the newly elected Board Officers and Representatives.
Our team was proud to be a part of this successful convention. WFDA members also raised $3,150 towards their Political Action Fund setting the tone for the direction WFDA is headed in for their upcoming year.
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