2026 Death Care Professionals Convention

Swinomish Casino & Lodge - Anacortes, WA
August 4-6, 2026

We are proud to announce the 2026 Death Care Professionals Convention, taking place in the beautiful city of Anacortes. This year’s event promises to be one of our most dynamic and forward-thinking gatherings yet.

From emerging innovations like Cryonics to practical sessions on how Artificial Intelligence can strengthen and grow your business, our educational lineup is designed to inspire, challenge, and equip today’s death care professionals for the future.

We’re also thrilled to introduce a wide range of new suppliers, bringing fresh ideas, products, and services to explore. Whether you're looking to expand your offerings or build meaningful partnerships, this convention is full of opportunity.

Hosted at the stunning Swinomish Casino & Lodge, you’ll enjoy breathtaking waterfront views while connecting with colleagues from across the profession. With a welcoming atmosphere, engaging sessions, and countless networking opportunities, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with education, innovation, and connection. We look forward to seeing you in Anacortes!

Attendee Registration

Must be an employee in the Funeral Profession (Funeral Home, Cemetery, Crematory) but NOT a Supplier.

Full 3-Day Registration
Member	Before June 1st $395	On or After June 1st $495
Non-Member	Before June 1st $495	On or After June 1st $595
Single Day Registration
Member	Before June 1st $195	On or After June 1st $295
Non-Member	Before June 1st $295	On or After June 1st $395

Additional Attendee (Guest/Spouse)	$200
Alcor Classic Golf Tournament	$145
Deception Pass Tour	$75
Whale Watching Tour	$85

Agenda

Monday, August 3rd
2:00 PM	WSFDA Board Meeting - Hospitality Room 2nd Floor
6:30PM	WSFDA Past President's Dinner - By invitation only
Tuesday, August 4th
10:00AM - 3:00PM	Alcor Classic Golf Tournament: 12885 Casino Drive Anacortes, WA 98221 Vendor Set-Up
Supplier Reception
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	WCCFA Board Meeting- Hospitality Room 2nd Floor
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Visit Suppliers
5:00PM	Drinks, Appetizers & Networking

Wednesday, August 5th
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM	Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Supplier Introductions
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Alcor Extended Life Foundation - James Arrowood: Final Disposition Options: Introducing 'The Third Way'
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Tukios- Micah Spicer: Who's driving Who?: AI has to start somewhere. it needs input. It can't dream and it can't imagine on its own. It needs Human thought to begin to enable you and become useful. It's a tool to be used to improve your life and the lives of those around you. When used correctly it can enhance, optimize, grow and sustain your business.
11:00 AM -11:15 AM	Break- Visit Suppliers
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM	Contessa King - The Anatomy and Restoration of Missing Features and Tissues: This presentation examines traditional and non-traditional approaches to the restoration of damaged or missing anatomical features in postmortem cases. Integrating techniques from forensic science, plastic surgery, and anaplastology, it addresses both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of tissue restoration. A case study will be presented to illustrate the use of these techniques in the restoration of a decedent.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Deception Pass Tour: Snacks and Non- Alcoholic beverages will be provided 5596 State Route 20 Anacortes, WA 98221
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Whale Watching Tour: Snacks, beer and wine will be provided. 5596 State Route 20 Anacortes, WA 98221
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Yard Games: Fun for the whole family! PLINKO, Corn Hole and More!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Cigars & Bourbon Special Event Sponsored by: Dignified Assurance Planning
Thursday, August 6th
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Wigren Forensic - Carl Wigren: Inside the Autopsy Room: What funeral directors should know (and have always wanted to ask)
10:00 AM -11:00 AM	LifeNet Health - Erika Grant: From Fatigue to Fortitude: The Role of Resilience in Death Care
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Federated Insurance - Damon Morris: The Benefits You May Not Know You Have
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Washington State Updates with Pam & Pete


1:00 - 1:30 PM Supplier Meeting
1:00 - 2:00 PM	WSFDA Annual Membership Meeting
1:00 - 2:00 PM	WCCFA Annual Membership Meeting
2:00 - 3:00 PM	Supplier Meeting
5:00 - 6:00 PM	Happy Hour
6:00 - 8:00 PM	Dinner & Awards (Cocktail Attire) Let's Celebrate the Best of the Best together!
8:00 PM	Dance

Suppliers

Please email director@wsfda.org to verify availability before registering

Supplier Registration includes:

One Supplier Booth
One Full Attendee Registration


Member	Before June 1st $650	On or After June 1st $750
Non-Member	Before June 1st $750	On or After June 1st $850
Additional Attendee	$200

Supplier Information Guide

Location Information:
Swinomish Casino and Lodge 12285 Casino, Dr, Anacortes, WA 98221

MEETING ROOMS:
Exhibits: Walton Event Center

Important Scheduling Notes:
Suppliers are welcome to mail material to Swinomish Casino & Lodge, please make sure your
packages DO NOT arrive prior to Wednesday July 29,2026. When shipping your items please
put the the attention of WA Death Care Professionals, your company name must be clearly
marked on the outside of the packages. We will do our best to have your packages at your
table upon your arrival.

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Golf information will be posted soon

10:00 am to 3:00 pm Exhibit tables available for set-up (Please arrive within this window to
ensure you are fully set up before the supplier reception begins.

Registration Open for suppliers and attendees 10:00 am -2:00 pm

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

This is a great day to network though out the day and in to the
evening. If you would like to take advantage of entertaining your clients, this is a great day.
Some will be going tours, others will be hanging back at the hotel. There are not concrete plans
Wednesday evening, if you want to host a dinner this is a great evening to do it. There is a
wonderful steakhouse in the hotel, 13 Moons. It is advised you make reservations.

Thursday, August 6, 2026

The final day of session will conclude at 12:30pm. Please begin to tear down your booths as
soon as you are able to. Some of the suppliers will have be in meetings, if this is the case
please tear down following your meeting. The venue needs to reset that space for our evening
banquet. Please have your booths broken down by 2:30 pm.

What will the booth look like?

Each exhibitor will have a 6 ft table. There is power around the edge of the room, those who
requested power are already near outlets.

Booth Assignments: Booth assignments will be pre assigned, please look for your assigned
booth and do not change tables without authorization, some suppliers have specific needs and sponsored at levels that granted them priority booths.Freight Handling: All items shipped in must be coordinated directly with the facility: stated above. No earlier the July 29, 2026.

Company Information:

If you did not already register additional booth reps or give us the attending rep name, please
take a moment to email the information over (director@wsfda.org), we want to make sure we
are ready for your team as they arrive.

No additional reps will be authorized day of without immediate additional payment.

Cassandra “KC” Foifua
WSFDA Executive Director
director@wsfda.org