Foundation Partners Group

Breaking into funeral service is hard. Passing the NBE is harder. Building a career you're proud of — that takes a community. That's exactly what Mortuary Mentor is for. On May 6th at 1pm CT, we're hosting our next Mortuary Mentor session — a virtual gathering for funeral service students and emerging professionals who want real guidance from people who've been there. This session covers: → NBE prep strategies that actually work → Building a resume that gets you in the room → And yes — taking care of yourself through one of the most emotionally demanding careers there is This program is one of the ways we invest in the future of our profession — not just our own team, but anyone finding their footing in funeral service. All the details are in the flyer. Interested in attending? Reach out to our hosts directly. Thank you to Allison Craft and Allison H. for building something worth showing up for.

Welcome to the team, Ben Brink and Gabrielle McCarron. Excited for what’s ahead. https://lnkd.in/gw5tDSkD

Compassion isn't enough. That's the uncomfortable truth at the center of a new column by our own Josiah L. A., published in ICCFA's Memento Mori magazine this spring. Josiah's argument: when funeral service teams lack operational clarity, even the most caring professionals leave families feeling uncertain, anxious, or disappointed. The gap between intention and experience isn't a failure of heart — it's a failure of system. In the piece, he outlines The FPG Way — a four-part framework our teams use to bring consistency to every phase of the family journey, from the first 2am phone call through the final delivery of service. The insight that stuck with us: "When confusion drops, confidence rises." That's not just a customer service principle. It's a leadership one. Josiah serves as Director of Field Training and Change Management at Foundation Partners Group, and we're proud to see his thinking represented in one of the industry's leading publications. The full article is attached — well worth the five minutes. Link: https://lnkd.in/gKiUUEEm ICCFA | #FuneralService #OperationalExcellence #LeadershipDevelopment #DeathCare

📍 We’re proud to reaffirm our commitment to the St. Petersburg community through a $1M reinvestment in the Tyrone Family Tribute Center by Anderson-McQueen Funeral Homes, supporting local families with enhanced spaces designed for dignity, compassion, and choice. This thoughtful renovation goes beyond repairing hurricane damage — it modernizes and strengthens the facility for the future, with family-centered spaces such as: ✨ A welcoming area for children ✨ Upgraded pet cremation support ✨ A reimagined cremation viewing center that honors transparency and personal traditions. Together with community leaders and partners, we’re celebrating this investment at the grand reopening and look forward to continuing to serve Pinellas families with purpose and care. 👉 Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/gEM4k2Ye #FoundationPartnersGroup #FPGNews #CommunityInvestment #FuneralService #CompassionateCare

Mentorship is at the heart of a strong funeral service community. Our team members, Allison Henz and Allison Craft, joined Jaden Fowlkes, host of the Millennial Mortician podcast to discuss how guidance, access, and opportunity are shaping the future of our profession. We’re grateful for leaders who invest in learning, growth, and the next generation.

At Foundation Partners Group, we’re proud to spotlight team members who elevate care far beyond the walls of our locations. Allison Henz, Community Engagement Advisor at the Cremation Society of Minnesota, has developed an innovative education program for hospice nurses, social workers, and nursing students - helping demystify the cremation process, clear up misconceptions, and empower caregivers to better serve families. By creating space for honest conversation, hands on learning, and transparent tours of our care center, Allison has already educated more than 150 caregivers across Minnesota. Her work is strengthening end-of-life experiences for families and building meaningful partnerships with the Hospice community. Scroll through to read the full article featured in AFD. 👏 Thank you, Allison, for living our mission through compassion, education, and collaboration.

In a recent interview at the NFDA Convention, CEO John D. Smith, MBA shared how FPG is shifting from acquisition-driven growth to building a unified, people-centered operating company. A company rooted in community connection, culture, and service excellence. This transformation starts with our teams, our leaders, and the communities we serve every day. Read more about John’s vision and the path forward below. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gAw3BYJi

Honoring every family means honoring every culture. This year, Springfield Memorial Gardens hosted its first-ever Día de los Muertos celebration, creating a welcoming space for remembrance and cultural tradition. Thank you to Kristi Pyle and the Musgrove Mortuary team for leading this important work and strengthening community trust. Learn more in the full article. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/g9nXGANE

This Veterans Day, we proudly honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of the men and women who have served our country - including the many veterans who are part of our Foundation Partners family.  Their dedication to service continues each day as they care for families with compassion, leadership, and integrity. ⬇️ Click to read full article, hear from Foundation Partners CEO John D. Smith, and also learn how our veteran team members continue their mission of service: https://lnkd.in/gJsDTdi6

Selling a business is never easy. Just ask Mark Krause who sold Milwaukee-based Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service to Foundation Partners Group in 2022. Three years later, Mark is living his best life and grateful that his business and his team are in good hands. 👇 Read Mark’s full interview in the Milwaukee Business Times: https://lnkd.in/gjCtDK4d