Board Leadership

Our Board Leadership

Committed. Engaged. Moving Us Forward.

The Board of Trustees is made up of men and women from across the profession whose participation is based solely upon a belief in – and a commitment to – the Foundation’s mission of lifting up grieving communities by investing in people and programs that strengthen funeral service.

Each member of our board leadership team may serve up to two three-year terms. In accordance with Foundation bylaws, at least 60% of the Board of Trustees must be licensed funeral directors and maintain membership with the National Funeral Directors Association.

“The Trustees of the Funeral Service Foundation are dedicated individuals who bring a diversity of experience and a sincere commitment to the Foundation’s mission. It is a privilege and honor to serve as the Foundation’s Chair this year as we continue to invest in education, programming and resources that benefit funeral service and the communities and families we serve.”

2023-24 Funeral Service Foundation Board of Trustees

Bottom Row L-R: Tim Schramm, Carmalita March-Harris, NFDA Liaison Chris Robinson, Treasurer David Falconer, Chair Mark Krause, Immediate Past Chair Lisa Baue, Chair-Elect John Heald, Beth Kmiec, Jeff Smith, Will Bischoff

Top Row L-R: Todd Lumbard, NFDA CEO Christine Pepper, Bryant Hightower, Jimmy Lucas, Thomas Pontone, David Hernández, Jr., Jenn Parvin, Matt Outcalt, John Faulk, W. Ashley Cozine