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CFDA Committees 

Have you always been interested in serving on a CFDA committee? Well, here is your chance! CFDA committees provide members an excellent opportunity to contribute your ideas, insights, and fresh perspective to the work of our association and your fellow CFDA members.

Whether you’re interested in convention planning, public policy and legislation, membership growth, finance, communications, or professional development, CFDA has a committee for you!

Convention Committee

Do you love attending CFDA’s conventions, and want to play a role in planning the next one? CFDA’s Convention Committee is charged with planning and budgeting for CFDA’s Annual Convention, including its educational sessions and social events, and also serves as the liaison between the Board of Directors and CFDA’s suppliers and exhibitors.

  • Chair: Jasmine Berrios, Hollywood Forever

  • Co-chair: Chanell O'Farrill, Hollywood Forever

Membership Committee

Are you passionate about CFDA and want to help us grow our membership? CFDA’s Membership Committee works to develop strategies for membership growth and promotes the highest ethical standards in the mortuary profession and CFDA’s Code of Ethics.

  • Chair: Kimberly Worl, Dimond & Shannon Mortuary

  • Co-Chair: Tina Maisano, England Family Mortuary

Communications Committee

Are you a great communicator, and want to promote the image of CFDA and the funeral industry? CFDA’s Communications Committee is responsible for disseminating information to CFDA members and fostering positive public opinion about the role and nature of the funeral service. The committee also serves as a liaison to related organizations and provides spokespersons for media inquiries.

  • Chair: Tania Hill, Hadley Marcom Funeral Chapel

  • Co-Chair: Jose Rodriguez, Funeraria Del Angel

Bylaws Committee

The Bylaws Committee reviews and updates the association's bylaws to ensure they are current, compliant, and aligned with the association's mission. The committee recommends amendments, educates members about the bylaws, and oversees the amendment process to maintain a clear and legally sound governing framework.

Chair: Joe Murray, Murray Funeral Services

Co-Chair: Scott Mitchell, Rose Hills Memorial Park

Legislative Committee

Have you always had an itch for politics? CFDA’s Legislative Committee works with CFDA’s lobbyists to study and propose legislation for the advancement and protection of the funeral director and embalmer industry, CFDA’s members, and industry consumers.

  • Chair: Russell Chemerisov, Hillside Memorial Park 

  • Co-chair: Savannah Hall, Neptune Society

  • Co-chair: Serena Bockelman, Cypress Lawn

Professional Development Committeee

Do you want to help future leaders in our industry hone their skills and grow professionally? The Professional Development Committee identifies and provides educational programs for members to improve their skills and knowledge, oversees CFDA’s Law Review course, and awards CFDA’s scholarships and annual awards.

  • Chair: Tori Monforte, Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home

  • Co-Chair: Raymundo Perez-Plascencia, Rose Hills Memorial Park

  • Co-Chair: Paul Holland, Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services Oakland

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is responsible for overseeing the financial health and sustainability of the association. This includes budgeting, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring accurate and transparent financial reporting. The committee works closely with the treasurer and other officers to develop sound fiscal policies, review financial statements, and provide recommendations to the board on financial matters.

  • Chair: Jim LaMar, Anthem Partners

  • Co-Chair: Rich McCown, North Star Memorial Group

  • Special Advisor: Bill Hawkins, Angeleno Mortuary

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