OFDA Annual Convention 2025
2025-04-29 08:00 - 2025-05-01 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Hilton Columbus at Easton, 3900 Chagrin Drive, Columbus, Ohio, 43219, USA, Columbus, Ohio, 43219, United States
April 29 – May 1, 2025
Keynote Speakers: Emily De La Cruz and Monica Torres
I am honored to be presenting next to the @funerallawlady in our upcoming co-presentation. Along with help of Cairn Partners our Platinum sponsor Bill Summers from Cairn Partners and we will also be hosting our annual student day festivities on career day. Come and join us. Student are encouraged to attend.
Learning Lab: Multimillion Dollar Mistakes: Minimizing the Risks of Mortuary Litigation
Register for the Event: Register Here
Venue/Hotel Information:
Hilton Columbus at Easton is the OFDA convention headquarters. First class accommodations are available at the AAA 4-Diamond Hotel that offers many extras including Herb n’ Kitchen, swimming pool, expanded fitness center, technology for the business traveler, and the Easton Social (lobby bar). Enhance your stay by experiencing all Easton Town Center has to offer—shopping, dining, entertainment!
Reservation Information for OFDA Convention Attendees:
A room block has been reserved at the Hilton Columbus at Easton (3900 Chagrin Drive, Columbus, OH 43219) for OFDA convention guests. The special group rate is $199 plus tax per night.
How to Reserve Your Room:

By Phone: Call (614) 414-5000 and mention code 939

Reservation Deadline:
To receive the OFDA group rate, reservations must be made by 5:00 PM on April 5, 2025. The group rate is subject to availability at the time of reservation. Rates are based on daily room availability and may fluctuate as the hotel reaches capacity. We encourage booking early to secure the best rate, ensure availability and enjoy all the perks of staying within the conference venue for easy access to events and networking opportunities!
Additional Details:

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made by 4:00 PM at least 48 hours before the scheduled arrival date, or a one-night room and tax charge will apply.
Check-In/Check-Out: Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out is by 12:00 PM (noon).
Late Check-Outs: Requests for late check-outs are handled on a case-by-case basis and can be made directly with the Hilton Front Office, subject to availability.

Directions to the Hilton
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact OFDA at (614) 486-5339.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsor

IFDF Annual Convention 2025
2025-05-28 - 2025-05-31
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM (EDT) to Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM (EDT) 2025
I am so excited to be invited back to my home state association. This convention is one of the best in the country. The weather is great and the people are awesome. If you are looking to join an association that is committed to protecting independent funeral homes this is the convention to attend. I will be be sitting on a professional panel representing the technical embalming section this year along with a few of the best and brightest in the field.
Along with help of Cairn Partners our Platinum sponsor Shelly Shmidt from Cairn Partners and I will be hosting our annual student day festivities at the 2025 IFDF Annual Conference & Trade Show will take place Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM (EDT) to Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:30 AM (EDT) 2025 at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa. Fly into Daytona or Orlando and drive to Hammock Beach to join us!
There are TWO SEPARATE ROOM BLOCKS – One is for the conference attendees and the other for our wonderful sponsors, suppliers and trade show participants.

Conference Supplier Block
Click Here to reserve your room online
Group Code: IFDFV

Conference Attendee Block
Click Here to reserve your room online
Group Code: IFDFME

You can also call the resort at speak to a reservation specialist. 866.841.0287, then prompt #1 followed by prompt #3.
Questions? Please call the IFDF office at 850-222-0198 or send an e-mail to Heather Bernier at hbernier@ifdf.org
We look forward to seeing you next May 2025!Special Thanks to my sponsor
