Welcome to the final edition of the MFDA Directors Digest for 2025. As we wrap up another year, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to serve alongside you at the Montana Funeral Directors Association (MFDA). It has been an honor to work with MFDA for over eight years, and I am proud to hold the position of executive director. On behalf of the families you support throughout Montana, please accept our heartfelt appreciation for your unwavering dedication and service to the communities you serve. Looking ahead to 2026, we are proud to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the MFDA — a remarkable milestone in our association’s history. Membership renewal notices will be mailed in December, and I’m pleased to share that association dues will remain unchanged, as they have for several years, despite the ongoing challenges of inflation. Earlier this fall, the association successfully held its online Fall District Meeting. We were fortunate to have Leili McMurrough from Worsham College of Mortuary Science present on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Funeral Rule. This program qualifies for continuing education (CE) credit for morticians in Montana. Additionally, I want to remind all members that the MFDA offers free OSHA training. If you are interested in taking the course online, please feel free to reach out to me anytime. The MFDA is committed to offering informative and engaging educational programs that enhance professional knowledge, promote best practices, and encourage continuous growth in our field. These programs demonstrate our dedication to helping members improve their skills, maintain high standards and achieve lasting success. This fall, I was thrilled to attend the NFDA International Convention & Expo in Chicago! The trade show was truly a standout experience, filled with wonderful opportunities EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT Honoring Our Legacy, Embracing the Future TERRI JAMES, Executive Director, MFDA 6 | Directors Digest
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