Page B11 september 2023 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS Section B FIND A SUPPLIER OR BECOME A MEMBER AT WWW.IMSA-ONLINE.ORG JOIN THE MOST TRUSTED Marketing initiatives that promote IMSA members RESOURCE OF FUNERAL AND CEMETERY SUPPLIER COMPANIES Funeral & Cemetery Association Savings A Press Release Service Exclusively for You A Code of Ethics to differentiate IMSA Suppliers MEMBER BENEFITS Cemetery Tent new endeavor led to one of the most purchased items in his business today, funeral tents. This is in addition to the vast cemetery and funeral supplies the company has offered to their customers for the past 30 years. Many years went by, and the business continued to prosper, and eventually became American Cemetery Supplies as we know it today. Buddy and his wife Del are incredibly proud of the business they have built together over the last thirty years. It was through their teamwork and dedication to one another the business thrives today. They have gained numerous friendships throughout this business and have enjoyed seeing them at many different funeral conventions. They are very proud to say that their son is a third-generation monument dealer and that they are passing American Cemetery Supplies down to their daughter April and her husband, Jeremy next July. Despite his many accomplishments, his family is the one that he is most proud of. He is the father of three children Angela, Frank III, and April. The grandfather of six grandchildren Frankie, Victoria, Tyler, Ashlyn, Erin, Kirsten, and four great grandchildren. He enjoys being with his family and dabbling in numerous hobbies, such as drawing, watching NASCAR, cooking, traveling, and Friday date nights with Delphia. Continued from Page B1 American Cemetery Supplies NGL’s Preneed Sales Team Growing with the Addition of Two New Regional Vice Presidents Kim Price Tim Fisher MADISON,WI— National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is pleased to announce the addition of two new Regional Vice Presidents to the Preneed Sales Team. Tim Fish and Kim Price have joined the team and will focus on developing and enhancing Preneed business development opportunities with NGL’s marketing organizations, independent agents and agencies. Fish has more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience in the funeral and cemetery profession. His background in sales and leadership supports him as he works toward driving sales growth and enhancing partner relationships. “We are thrilled to welcome Tim to the NGL team. The passion he brings our profession is contagious and his deep understanding of the industry and relationships will make him an asset to NGL. We continue to strive and serve our partners daily. His experience will continue to allow NGL to be best we can be,” shared Cameron Black, Vice President, Sales and Business Development at NGL. Prior to joining NGL Fish was Vice President of Sales and Business Development at Ring Ring Marketing. He has also held senior leadership positions for several insurance carriers and industry suppliers. “I am honored to join NGL and continue their effort to help our partners grow through connection, collaboration and compassion. NGL is a leader in the preneed industry and their commitment to serving others is one of the reasons why I’m excited to join the team. I’m fo- A native of St. Louis, MO, Fish earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of Missouri and an MBA from Webster University. He serves on the ICCFA Sales and Marketing committee, was co-chair of the inaugural “Dead Talks” sales conference and a graduate of ICCFA University. He is also a certified Celebrant. Price joins the NGL Preneed Sales Team with more than 30 years of experience in the funeral service profession. “We are excited for Kim to join our Sales and Business Development Team! Her expertise in sales, marketing, team building and strategic planning in the funeral home profession are a great benefit for the partners we serve. Her experience will strengthen our support and enhance NGL’s overall commitment to drive Preneed growth as she continues to build strong relationships in the industry,” said Jennifer Kaset, Vice President, Sales and Business Development at NGL. Prior to joining NGL, Price was a partner and Vice President of Sales for Memory Glass, LLC. She was the first employee of Prime Succession and served in many capacities of executive support and office administration. She also worked for the Director of Sales at The Forethought Group (now Global Atlantic). Price has been the Tournament Director for The Memorial Classic Golf Tournament for the past 30 years and will continue to do so. She also currently serves as the Supplier Liaison to the Board of Directors for the Cremation Association of North America (CANA). “I am thrilled to join such a dynamic company and sales team! NGL’s rich history, excellent products and dedicated customer service all combine to offer families a supevisit NomisPublications.com or call 1-800-321-7479 “I Love My Funeral Director” “I Love My Cemeterian” Perfect Gift for Any Occasion! Order Your Favorite Animal Today! Booth #1823 cused on creating an environment that allows our partners to serve more families and offer the comfort and peace of mind that prearranging a funeral provides,” said Fish. rior and valuable product. I am proud to join the team and look forward to further developing partner relationships,” said Price. Established in 1909 National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is an insurance company headquartered in Madison, WI. Licensed to do business in 49 states and the District of Columbia, NGL markets preneed and individual life and annuities, as well as group markets products. Information about NGL can be found at www.nglic. com or by visiting NFDA Booth 1823. Like @Nomis.Publications Like us on Booth #2258
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