Kates-Boylston Publications – American Funeral Director

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American Funeral Director, the leading independent trade magazine for funeral directors and other funeral service professionals, is in its 130th year of publication, continuously featuring content pertaining to cremation, preneed, funeral business topics, professional vehicles, computers/software, insurance, funeral service history, business tips/tools and other content of specific interest to those working inside and allied to the profession.
Published monthly (12 issues per year)

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"I'm an avid American Funeral Director reader and my business thrives as a result."
- Timothy E.Ryan, Timothy E. Ryan Funeral Homes


In March's Issue

  • Cover Story
    • Undertaking Ground Zero – Compelled to help after the devastating earthquake in Haiti, the author gets rare permission to assist with the handling of the dead at ground zero in the capital of Port-au-Prince. By Paddy Lynch
  • Convention Preview
    • Convention – Discover what ³The Next Step² is for your business with our coverage of the 2010 ICCFA Convention in San Antonio. By Tanya Kenevich
  • Business
    • Business Tips –Properly managing your staff and dealing with all of the challenges they present can be a daunting task for any business owner. These tips will help you keep everyone on the right track. By Calvin Sun
  • Business
    • Higher Standards – Retirement may be a simple decision for some, but retirement plans can be very complicated. Learn how to properly navigate your plan. By Nick Stonnington & Aaron Werner
  • AFD Profile
    • How They Lived – Obituary writers take on the challenging but rewarding task of turning the lives of everyday somebodies into compelling life stories. By Sharon Verbeten
  • Marketing
    • Marketing Research Myths – Many businesses view market research as a valuable tool, but does the research always stand up to scrutiny? By Glenn Gould
  • Book Review
    • ‘Dot Boom’ – Respected funeral industry professional Alan Creedy takes a look at a book that can help death-care professionals prepare for the coming influx of baby boomer clients. By Alan Creedy
  • Products
    • Office Improvements – Stationery products are a great way to connect with families and generate revenue. Also, a well-furnished office and prep room can help your funeral business be a cut above the competition. By Tanya Kenevich
  • Essay
    • Spring Without Bob – The author tries to come to grips with her grief over her deceased husband as she faces down her first season without him. By Alice Casella

In Every Issue

  • Association News
  • Calendar popout
  • Classifieds
  • Editor's Message
  • AFD Vault
  • Products
  • Supplier News

Awards

Association of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE)
  • Silver Award Special Section, "Katrina's Wake,” November 2005
  • Gold Award Publication Re-design, 2004
  • Silver Award Best News Article, "Start Scrubbing Your Call Lists,” September 2003
United Communications Group (UCG)
  • First Place Good Writing, "After the Fire," April 2007
  • Third Place Best Interpretive/Analytical Reporting, "Rosa Parks: Making History in Life and Death," January 2006
  • Honorable Mention Good Writing, "When War Hits Home," December 2006
  • Second Place Good Writing, "Survivor Louisiana,” November 2005
  • Third Place Best Interpretive/Analytical Reporting, "Katrina's Wake,” November 2005
  • Honorable Mention Good Writing, "Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals Profile,” August 2005
Specialized Information Publishers Association (SIPA)
  • Second Place Best Investigative Reporting: "Clayton Smart Saga"
  • First Place Best Spot/Exclusive News Story: “Case Closed,” December 2005
  • Honorable Mention Best Exclusive News Story: “Survivor Louisiana,” November 2005