Virginia Funeral Directors Association upcoming events

TVFDA Tidewater Funeral Directors Association Installation of Officers (April 13, 2026)

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Tidewater Funeral Directors Association

Installation of Officers

Monday, April 20, 2026

Social Hour 6PM, Dinner 7PM

Sturtevant Bennett’s Creek Event Center

2692 Bridge Road, Suffolk

Spouses Welcome

Please come show your support for your officers elect

President – Chris Emery

1^st VP – Patrick Pirecy

2^nd VP – Anna Junkins

Secretary – Jamie Karpa

Treasurer – Bryan Graves

1 year director – Bryan Hunter

2 year director – PG Thomasson

Please RSVP to Jamiekarpa@gmail.com

No later than Noon on Monday, April 13, 2026

Sponsorship - 138th VFDA Annual Convention (June 07, 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

SponsoRSHIP IS OPEN

The VFDA 2026 Annual Convention

Diamond Level $10,000 (includes a 6ft table) (1 available)

Exhibit tabletop, 4 complimentary registrations, listing on website and convention brochure, digital recognition during all meetings. This sponsorship is custom to recognize our sponsor. Please reach out to staff to discuss further.

Diamond Sponsorship

Platinum Level $7,500 each (includes a 6ft table)

Exhibit tabletop, 3 complimentary registrations, listing on website and convention brochure, digital recognition during all meetings.

VFDA Annual Banquet and Awards Dinner
Parking Sponsorship

Gold Level $5,000 each (includes a 6ft table)

Exhibit tabletop, 2 complimentary registrations, listing on website and convention brochure, digital recognition during all meetings.

Sunday Continuing Education
Monday Continuing Education
Tuesday Continuing Education
Tuesday Band Hospitality
Family Dolphin Tour by Rudee Tour

Silver Level $3,000 each (includes a 6ft table)

Exhibit tabletop, 1 complimentary registration, listing on website and convention brochure, digital recognition during all meetings.

Lanyard Sponsor
Social Hour Bar prior to Banquet Dinner
Banquet Night Bar Hors D ‘Oeuvres
Tuesday Breakfast
Young Leaders Fun Night
VFDA Specific Wi-Fi Network (Logo on Sign at Registration Desk & Signage on Meeting Tables)

Bronze Level $1,000 - $2,500

Listing on website and convention brochure, digital recognition during all meetings. (This does not include a tabletop) Presidents Welcome Dinner Bar ($2500)

Presidents Welcome Dinner Bar ($2500)
Student Internship Support ($2500)
Monday Breakfast ($2500)
Sunday Breakfast ($2000)
Presidents Welcome Dinner Hors D'oeuvres ($2000)
Kids Club Sponsorship (Tuesday Banquet Night) ($2000)
Kids Club Sponsorship (Sunday Presidents Welcome Dinner) ($2000)
Tuesday Photobooth - this includes your logo on printed pictures ($1000)
Tote bags ($1000)
Service of Remembrance ($1000)
Refreshments between CEU classes ($1000)
Service of Remembrance Gifts ($1000)
Daily A/V Sponsor ($1,000)

Partner Sponsorship $500 each

Listing on website and convention brochure, digital recognition during all meetings. (This does not include a tabletop)

^{VFDA Annual Convention Name Badges}
^{VFDA Annual Convention Schedule Pages}

Friends of the VFDA $350

Listing on website and convention brochure, digital recognition during all meetings. (This does not include a tabletop.)

Daily Coffee Sleeves
Sandcastle Sponsor
Service of Remembrance Bulletins

Tabletops

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138th VFDA Annual Convention (June 07, 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Virginia Funeral Directors Association

138^th Annual Convention

June 7–10, 2026 · Virginia Beach, VA

Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort

Registration IS Open

Dates

Start: Sunday, June 7, 2026

End: Wednesday, June 9, 2026
(Board Members through June 10)

Registration

Early Bird Deadline: April 24, 2026

Sponsorship Opportunities

Cancellation Policy: Read Full Policy ·

Registration Refund Program (option provided at convention checkout)

Pricing: Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Room Block $289 USD/Night

Deadline: The deadline is May 15 to take advantage of room block pricing.

✦ Room block link provided in your registration confirmation email ✦

Tentative

Convention Schedule

Pre-Convention Saturday, June 6, 2026

3:00 – 5:00 PM	Convention Registration
5:30 – 7:00 PM	Family Dolphin Tour by Rudee Tours

Day One Sunday, June 7, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	Registration and Breakfast
8:00 – 8:30 AM	VA250 Video & Color Guard Presentation of Colors · Pledge of Allegiance · National Anthem · Convention Opening Prayer · Welcome and Opening Remarks · Sponsor Appreciation
8:30 – 10:30 AM	Danielle Wilk — Dover Port Mortuary
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM	Sponsors/Vendors Available at Tabletops
10:30 – 11:30 AM	Dedicated Time to Visit with Sponsors & Vendors (Light Refreshments)
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM	VFDA Annual Business Meeting & State Board Update
1:30 PM	Activities on Your Own — Enjoy the Beach & Pool
5:00 PM	Service of Remembrance
6:00 PM	Social Hour for Adults · Kids Club Activities & Dinner
7:00 PM	President's Welcome Reception/Dinner

Day Two Monday, June 8, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	Registration and Breakfast
8:00 AM – 1:30 PM	Sponsors/Vendors Available at Tabletops
8:00 – 10:00 AM	Ryan Thogmartin — DISRUPT Media
10:00 – 11:00 AM	Dedicated Time to Visit with Sponsors & Vendors
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Ryan Thogmartin — DISRUPT Media
12:00 – 12:30 PM	Introduction of Convention Sponsors
12:30 – 1:30 PM	Dedicated Time with Sponsors & Vendors (Mimosa & Bloody Mary Bar)
2:30 – 5:30 PM	Competition Games — All 7 VFDA District Associations Sandcastle Building Contest · Corn Hole Tournament · 4-on-4 Volleyball Tournament Which district will claim bragging rights and take home the first-ever VFDA District Trophy?
7:00 – 10:00 PM	Young Leaders Fun Night (Evening open for all others)

Day Three Tuesday, June 9, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	Registration and Breakfast
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM	Sponsors/Vendors Available at Tabletops
8:00 – 9:00 AM	Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
9:00 – 10:00 AM	Dean Rhoades — Cyber Crime Specialist, Federated Insurance Company
10:00 – 11:00 AM	Visit with Sponsors & Vendors (Register for Door Prizes with Participating Sponsors)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Carlos Black — NFDA Board Member
12:00 – 1:00 PM	Visit with Sponsors & Vendors (Door Prize Drawings — Must Be Present to Win)
1:00 PM	Afternoon on Your Own — Enjoy the Beach & Pool
5:30 PM	Social Hour for Adults · Kids Club Activities & Dinner
6:30 – 10:30 PM	Annual Installation Banquet & Awards Ceremony Entertainment by The Fantastic BrassWind Band

Board Members Only Wednesday, June 10, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM	VFDA Board Members Breakfast
8:00 – 11:00 AM	VFDA Board Meeting

Schedule updated April 1, 2026 · Subject to change