Momentum: A Women’s Leadership Accelerator 2026

Join us at Momentum: A Women’s Leadership Accelerator at the Inn at Celebration in Celebration, Florida this September.

Approved for 5 CE credits in Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, DC, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Oklahoma, Rhode Island and Wisconsin. Continuing education credit applications have been submitted, and state-by-state updates will be announced as approvals are received.

Step into a room filled with driven, dynamic women who are ready to grow. We’re proud to partner with Homesteaders Life Company to bring you the very best industry-leading insight, innovation, and expertise you can trust.

Positioned as a “mini MBA for women in deathcare,” Momentum: A Women’s Leadership Accelerator delivers focused, high-impact education built to sharpen hard skills, strengthen business strategy, and accelerate professional growth. Attendees will gain practical tools and insights they can implement immediately—without stepping away from their businesses for days at a time.

“Women in funeral service are often prepared to be relational leaders, but they aren’t always presented with the same opportunities as their male peers to build financial and strategic expertise,” said Danielle Burmeister, Homesteaders VP-Marketing Communications. “We designed Momentum to close that gap, equipping high-potential leaders with the business acumen and confidence to step into their next level of leadership.”

Hard Skills. Warm Weather. Immediate Results.

Six powerhouse women leaders will guide you through strategies, insights, and practical tools you need now.

We kick things off with a welcome party and wine tasting on Wednesday September 23 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM.

Then, in one high-impact day on Thursday September 24 from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, we dive into the topics that matter most—clearly presented, immediately actionable, and tailored for busy professionals like you. You’ll leave inspired, invigorated, and ready to take on what’s next.

This is one conference you can’t afford to miss.

Feel the MOMENTUM. Accelerate your leadership.

Special Offer: Take advantage of our Early Bird Pricing of $425 (Reg. $525).

Your ticket includes the wine tasting on September 23 and beverages, breakfast & lunch on September 24. Every registrant will receive complimentary subscriptions to American Funeral Director and American Cemetery & Cremation for one year ($108 value)!

We have submitted applications for continuing education credits, which are currently pending approval. As state approvals are received, we will promptly announce them.

• : Inn at Celebration special pricing 159.00 USD per night.

Executive-Level Learning. Florida-Level Fun.

Limited seating so Don’t Wait! This event will sell out.

Info: Kick off Momentum with an unforgettable welcome party featuring an intimate wine tasting designed for connection and conversation. Sip, swirl, and savor alongside like-minded women in deathcare who are just as driven, ambitious, and passionate as you are. It’s the perfect relaxed setting to break the ice, build real relationships, and start the conference feeling energized, inspired, and already part of something powerful.

Info: Conference moderator

Info: Building a strong professional brand is about more than reputation—it’s about intention, consistency, and impact. In this session, you’ll explore how to define who you want to be known for and how to align your actions, communication, and leadership to that vision. Through personal stories and lessons learned, discover how traits like determination, adaptability, and authenticity shape your brand. You’ll leave with practical guidance on how to grow your influence, avoid common pitfalls, and build a career that makes a meaningful difference—for yourself and others.

Info: In a business world that often rewards the loudest voice in the room, introverts can feel lost. This session equips introverts with practical strategies to speak up, network authentically, and quiet the inner critic that holds them back. It also offers guidance for extroverts and leaders on how to create space where thoughtful voices are invited, heard, and valued.

Info: Women in funeral service are often essential. They are the ones families trust and the ones who make everything work. But being essential is not the same as being influential. This session is about closing that gap.

“From Essential to Influential” explores how women can step more confidently into the business side of funeral service by understanding how decisions are made and recognizing the impact they already have on outcomes.

Info: In today’s evolving funeral profession, growth comes from understanding changing consumer needs. This session shares how a family-owned funeral home identified unmet demands and expanded through an online cremation brand and pet cremation service. Learn how to spot similar opportunities by analyzing trends, community needs, and existing capabilities. Attendees will also gain practical insights on launching new services—covering branding, operations, and maintaining trust—while ensuring expansions complement traditional offerings and support long-term business sustainability.

Info: Every decision you make as a leader can shape your firm’s future. Whether you’re investing in new technology, upgrading facilities, growing your team, or fostering a strong internal culture, proving the value of these investments can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to.

So, how do you demonstrate that today’s spending will pay off tomorrow?

In this session, Courtney Gould Miller, Chief Growth Officer of Homesteaders Life Company, will explore how to build a clear, practical business case for any investment — whether it’s new software, leadership programs, or team-building initiatives.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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