2025
Support the future of death
care by investing in women’s
leadership journey to unleash
their greatness
“Let’s create the future of death care
– together.” Lisa Baue, Founder
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In a profession where women comprise over 75% of mortuary science graduates yet remain underrepresente in leadership roles, Funeral Women Lead stands as a beacon for change. We are the first and only national organization dedicated exclusively to supporting and educating women long term in the funeral and death care profession.
Our mission is to unleash greatness in women by providing mentorship, coaching, education, and a ongoing community that fosters personal and professional growth. Through our Leadership Academy, Wellness Summit, and Resource Education Center, we equip women with the tools they need to lead with confidence and compassion.
By partnering with us, you’re not just sponsoring an organization and it’s programs—you’re investing in a transformative movement that seeks to redefine leadership in the profession. With your support we will create a future where women’s voices are heard, their contributions valued, and their leadership celebrated!
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Funeral Women Lead is a pioneering organization dedicated to empowering women in the funeral profession to step confidently into leadership roles and shape the future of death care. Founded on the belief that women are the key to the survival and transformation of the profession, we offer a space where women are supported, mentored, and celebrated at every stage of their career journeys.
We are more than a leadership organization — we are a movement. Through innovative programs like our Leadership Academy, annual Wellness Summits, Community Conversations, and career-long mentoring, we create an environment where women can thrive professionally, mentally, and emotionally. Funeral Women Lead provides the resources and community women need to unlock their potential, build meaningful careers, and drive positive change across the industry.
Our mission is to “Unleash Greatness” in women by investing in their growth, amplifying their voices, and reshaping the profession to be more inclusive, forward-thinking, and women-welcoming. As we champion the next generation of leaders, we invite partners and sponsors to walk alongside us — fueling this important transformation and creating lasting impact for generations to come.
Together, we are building a future where leadership is defined by compassion, resilience, innovation, and community.
Partnering annually with Funeral Women Lead at the highest level means making a powerful, lasting impact on the future of death care. Through your year-round support, you will fuel transformational programs including the Leadership Academy, the Wellness Summit, and the Mentorship and Scholarship initiatives. Together, we will create new pathways for women to thrive, lead, and redefine leadership in the funeral profession.
As a premier sponsor, your brand will enjoy year-round exposure across all Funeral Women Lead initiatives — from the Leadership Academy to the Online Community. Your visibility will extend across national events, digital platforms, marketing campaigns, and leadership milestones.
Your investment directly fuels leadership development, education programs, wellness initiatives, and scholarships that empower women to rise into leadership roles. Every sponsorship dollar creates measurable change, supporting women as they step forward to lead the future of death care.
As one of our top-tier sponsors, you will be recognized as a founding partner shaping the future of an evolving profession. Your company’s leadership will be celebrated as part of the movement to create a more inclusive and resilient industry.
The Funeral Women Lead Leadership Academy equips women with the skills, confidence, and tools they need to step boldly into leadership roles. Your sponsorship directly supports intensive leadership training, mentorship connections, and professional development opportunities for women determined to shape the future of the profession.
Your sponsorship provides women access to a rigorous, one-year leadership experience designed to sharpen their skills, boost their confidence, and position them for personal success. By investing in their journey, you are directly contributing to reshaping the leadership landscape of the funeral profession.
Sponsors of the Leadership Academy are positioned alongside excellence, professionalism, and the future of death care leadership. Your brand will be associated with transformative education and will be recognized throughout Academy milestones, ceremonies, and communications.
Supporting the Academy means leaving a legacy of strong, connected, and visionary women leaders. Your impact will extend far beyond one cohort — helping to build a profession where compassionate, confident leadership is the standard.
The Funeral Women Lead Leadership Academy is a transformational, year-long experience designed to cultivate strong, compassionate leaders within the funeral and death care profession. Through personalized coaching, dynamic group learning, and deep self-reflection, participants build the confidence, emotional intelligence, and leadership vision needed to thrive in a demanding and evolving industry.
The Academy empowers women to break internal barriers, foster emotional resilience, and strengthen their ability to lead with authenticity, clarity, and compassion. Graduates leave with lifelong networks of support, renewed confidence, and the clarity to drive meaningful change within their careers, communities, and the profession at large.
What students will receive at The Leadership Academy:
The Wellness Summit is a cornerstone event designed to recharge, inspire, and empower women in funeral service. Your sponsorship helps create an immersive experience where attendees can focus on mental, physical, and emotional well-being — essential for sustaining leadership and success in a demanding profession.
Position your company at the heart of the wellness movement within the profession. Sponsoring the Summit aligns your brand with the essential values of resilience, self-care, and leadership sustainability.
The Summit gathers women who are current and rising stars in death care, offering sponsors a rare opportunity for authentic engagement. Through your sponsorship, you’ll build brand trust and loyalty with future decision-makers and innovators.
The Wellness Summit is one of Funeral Women Lead’s most highly anticipated events, drawing a vibrant, engaged audience. As a sponsor, your brand will be front and center, recognized before, during & after the event, in materials, and throughout the onsite full event experience.
The Funeral Women Lead Wellness Summit will be an unforgettable experience, taking place November 17–19, 2025, at the stunning Scottsdale Resort and Spa. Designed to nourish the mind, body, and spirit, the Summit blends leadership development, personal renewal, and authentic community connection into a one-of-a-kind retreat for women in funeral service.
The experience begins with a private Leadership Academy kickoff, followed by a vibrant welcome reception where all guests can connect and build new relationships. Over the next two days, attendees will engage in dynamic education and wellness sessions led by top industry experts, enjoy curated activities like yoga, meditation, and resort excursions, and gather for an elegant retreat dinner. The Summit concludes with another powerful half-day of leadership insights, leaving guests recharged, inspired, and ready to lead with renewed clarity and confidence.
Set against the serene backdrop of the Scottsdale desert, this retreat offers more than education — it offers a transformative space for growth, connection, and leadership renewal.
Experience an inspiring keynote session based on The Four Rooms Formula from the book The Powerhouse in You: How to Lead with Greater Resilience, Courage, and Confidence. This transformational framework focuses on building mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual resilience, empowering leaders to navigate challenges with strength and self-compassion. Attendees will gain practical strategies to master their mindset, regulate emotions, strengthen well-being habits, and reconnect with purpose, leaving renewed, energized, and ready to lead with clarity and confidence.
Dr. Susan S. Wilder, MD, will deliver an empowering keynote session focused on Brilliant Health Breakthroughs: simple, proven strategies to achieve optimal health, longevity, and resilience. Drawing from her work in functional medicine, Dr. Wilder challenges the status quo of chronic disease management and offers a transformative approach rooted in prevention, vitality, and personal empowerment. Attendees will leave inspired with practical tools to strengthen their well-being, extend their health span, and lead with renewed energy — proving that true, lasting health is within everyone’s reach.
The Wellness Summit is a cornerstone event designed to recharge, inspire, and empower women in funeral service. Your sponsorship helps create an immersive experience where attendees can focus on mental, physical, and emotional well-being — essential for sustaining leadership and success in a demanding profession.
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