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Members consistently rate NFDA publications among their most valued membership benefits. Whether you want in-depth analysis, business intelligence, legislative updates or resources for students entering the profession, NFDA publishes it.
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NFDA members receive The Director in print and have full access to the digital edition through the portal and the Director app — so you can stay current in whatever format works best for you.

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NFDA Publications

Nation’s premier, award winning funeral service publication.

Published monthly, The Director staff covers and reports in-depth features on business trends, regulatory and legislative developments and thought leadership from across funeral service. NFDA members receive a complimentary subscription in print and digital.  
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Business intelligence for funeral home owners. 

The NFDA Memorial Business Journal focuses on the business and financial side of funeral service — operations, management and the data you need to make informed decisions.  MEMBER BENEFIT: READ MORE MEMBER BENEFIT: READ MORE >
Legislative and regulatory updates, direct to you. 

The NFDA Bulletin keeps members current and focuses on the latest funeral service news, business topics, and NFDA news and events —  delivered by email.  BECOME A MEMBER BECOME A MEMBER >
For students entering the profession. 

A free quarterly e-newsletter designed to help funeral service students prepare for their transition from school to career. Published four times a year. Back issues available below. 
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The Director publishes articles from funeral professionals and recognized experts on topics that help readers run better businesses, serve families more effectively and understand where the profession is headed. If you have expertise worth sharing, we want to hear from you.
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