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The ability to direct a crowd through public speaking and communicate eloquently in front of a room full of people is not an easy skill to master. So, is not surprising that some funeral directors moonlight as performers in their spare time. From stand-up comedians to actors, dancers and even a Grammy-award winning singer, here is our list of 7 funeral professionals with a passion for the performing arts.

ASD is looking forward to seeing our clients and friends in Las Vegas at the 2022 ICCFA Annual Convention. Head to ASD's booth to see an interactive demonstration of our award-winning ASD Mobile app and other technologies we have created to make life more convenient for directors. Read our blog to learn what else you can expect at our booth this year. PLUS: 5 Cool Things To Check Out in Vegas.

We spent some time researching the most popular devices on the market to determine which items would most enrich the lives of funeral directors. Whether you are looking to save time, stay organized, improve operations or take better care of yourself, these tools can help you achieve your goals. Here are our picks for the 8 best gadgets for tech-savvy funeral directors.

Our ASD Spotlight series introduces you to the dedicated Team ASD superstars you have been speaking with over the phone for the years to learn about the real people behind the voices you hear every day. In this post, we profile four of our long-time employees and ask them a few questions about their experiences working for our company. Be sure to check back every month for more Team ASD Staff Spotlights.

Over the past 10+ years of creating and sharing content for the funeral profession, we have stumbled upon several pieces of profound writing that have embedded themselves in our memory. These powerful essays illuminate how time-honored funeral traditions are foundational to our society’s DNA and why those tasked with this sacred duty are essential to all of humanity.

How ASD overcame a nationwide labor shortage by establishing a southern workforce. We are proud to now have a dedicated remote team in SC with more than 70 Call Specialists residing in that state. Our company’s proactive approach to the unprecedented staffing challenges of last year has opened the door for us to provide a higher level of service to funeral homes in the southern United States.