It’s no secret that being a funeral professional is more challenging than ever. Between meeting families' changing needs and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of funeral service, you need proven strategies you can rely on to grow your business. Join us as host Paul Lovelace welcomes knowledgeable guests and shares insights and solutions from his 30+ years in sales, finance, and the funeral profession. Whether you're pursuing growth, aiming to reduce stress, or striving to stay on top of industry trends, The Director's Playbook offers the tools to help your funeral home thrive.
Financial confidence for funeral homes with Trevor Rupe
Feeling the pressure of rising costs, higher interest rates, and economic uncertainty?
While you can’t control the economy, you can control how your funeral home responds to it.
In this episode, host Paul Lovelace sits down with Trevor Rupe to discuss how funeral home owners can successfully navigate today's economic environment. Trevor breaks down complex financial topics and shares practical insights on pricing, planning, investments, and long-term growth.
Tune in to learn how focusing on thoughtful planning, smart financial decisions, and controllable factors can help your business stay strong, no matter what the market brings.
About Trevor Rupe:
Trevor Rupe is the Chief Investment Officer at Parkway Advisors. With a strong background in portfolio management and a practical approach to complex financial topics, Trevor brings valuable insight to funeral home owners looking to strengthen their businesses.
Connect with Trevor here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-rupe-cfa-6657aaa4/
Learn more about Parkway Advisors here: https://www.parkwayadvisors.com/
About the podcast:
It’s no secret that being a funeral professional is more challenging than ever. Between meeting families' changing needs and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of funeral service, you need proven strategies you can rely on to grow your business. Join us as we share insights and solutions on how you can improve your care for families and increase your market share. Whether you're pursuing growth, aiming to reduce stress, or striving to stay on top of industry trends, The Director's Playbook offers the tools to help you thrive.
Have a topic you want to hear on the podcast? Share your ideas and feedback with us here: https://share.hsforms.com/1pq5NVjTdR6-5m5Pm4_Xy4w2d2nt
Find more episodes here: https://www.fdl.co/podcasts
10 Sept 2026
Becoming a funeral home owner with Amanda Shropshire
What does it take to become a first-time funeral home owner with no blueprint to follow?
The short answer: Vision, resilience, and a commitment to families.
Host Paul Lovelace welcomes Amanda Shropshire to hear how she built her first funeral home from the ground up. Amanda talks about her journey from funeral director to funeral home owner and shares the lessons she learned along the way.
You’ll also hear her tips on personalized services, funeral home marketing, and asking for help.
Tune into this episode for honest insights on ownership, community involvement, and service that you can use in your funeral home!
About Amanda Shropshire:
Amanda Shropshire is the Owner and Funeral Director at Kermit Funeral Home. She also serves as the President of the West Texas Funeral Directors Association. In 2021, Amanda received the Young Funeral Director of the Year award.
Learn more about Kermit Funeral Home here: https://www.kermitfuneralhome.com/
About the podcast:
It’s no secret that being a funeral professional is more challenging than ever. Between meeting families' changing needs and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of funeral service, you need proven strategies you can rely on to grow your business. Join us as we share insights and solutions on how you can improve your care for families and increase your market share. Whether you're pursuing growth, aiming to reduce stress, or striving to stay on top of industry trends, The Director's Playbook offers the tools to help you thrive.
Have a topic you want to hear on the podcast? Share your ideas and feedback with us here: https://share.hsforms.com/1pq5NVjTdR6-5m5Pm4_Xy4w2d2nt
Find more episodes here: https://www.fdl.co/podcasts
27 Aug 2026
Digital marketing myths with Mitchell McLean and Haley Laurence
Host Paul Lovelace interviews digital marketing experts Mitchell McLean and Haley Laurence, debunking myths and revealing strategies for funeral homes to thrive online.
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