Future Leaders Forum Own the Future at the 2025 OGR Future Leaders Forum! The OGR Future Leaders Forum is where growing professionals, second-career staff, and emerging leaders gather to cultivate their potential within the funeral home profession. This year's theme, "Owning the Future," speaks to the ambitions of tomorrow's funeral service leaders. Through hands-on workshops, expert-led sessions, and real-world insights, attendees will gain both the hard and soft skills essential for owning and operating a successful funeral home. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, grow, and take the next step toward your future in funeral service! This event provides a unique platform for attendees to share their experiences, exchange ideas, and collaborate on approaches to advance their careers while contributing to the growth and evolution of their respective funeral homes. With a focus on innovation thinking, participants will be encouraged to think ahead, envisioning ways to better serve the diverse needs of today's families while anticipating the evolving demands of tomorrow. Once again, the OGR Foundation will be providing scholarships of $350 to the first 15 OGR member funeral homes that enroll a staff member in the Future Leaders Forum! Sign up now and secure your scholarship! REGISTER NOWPricing$199 for Future Leaders from OGR member firms Hotel InformationThe 2025 Future Leaders Forum has a room block at the Doubletree by Hilton Port Huron! Read more about the room block below and click here to book your room now! The last day to book is August 4, 2025. The hotel is approximately a 6-minute drive from Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. Doubletree by Hilton Port Huron Room rate: $119 per night, plus taxes and fees. Available Dates: August 25 (check-in) - August 27 (check-out) Visitor InformationFrom boat tours and lighthouses to golf and fishing, Port Huron offers authentic coastal charm. Check out fun things to do in the area here! Schedule OverviewSchedule is subject to change. Check back later for updates. Monday, August 25
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Who are Future Leaders? OGR Future Leaders are members who are not yet in primary decision-making roles at their funeral homes, regardless of age. Whether you are just starting out in the funeral service, you're starting a second career, or have been employed at a funeral home for 20+ years, this group is for you. Ways to get involved with the Future Leaders
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