Spring 2017
 PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Hope your spring is off to a great start because our Association is blooming!  We have grown by leaps and bounds over the past several years. 

President's Message
NEWS FROM YOUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
I am so proud to be a part of the IAOPCC and the amazing people I’ve come to know, respect, and learn from.  Nowhere else can you be assured of the highest level of experience, expertise, and ethics than from this group!  

News from Your Executive Director
  IAOPCC 46TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE
  2017 CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES
The IAOPCC is offering Continuing Education Classes prior to the 2017 Conference in Seattle. Take advantage of special package pricing for you and your staff. Come a day early and earn certifications to enhance your professional knowledge.

IN MEMORY OF GUY EDSON
We are saddened by the loss of our friend and colleague, Guy Edson of Granite Creations. Guy passed away unexpectedly due to an aneurysm on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017.

After high school, Guy began working for his family's business, Northeast Granite and Granite Creations, in Montpelier, VT and would later become the proud owner. He had a huge and compassionate heart. His enthusiasm was infectious. He reached out to everyone and anyone that he could help. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Guy is survived by his wife, Patricia Degen Edson, and their three children:  Sarah Edson Rowan and her husband, D. Walker Rowan, and their two children, Noah and Eleanor Rowan; his son and business partner, Christopher Edson; and his little girl "Livy," Olivia Edson. We send our condolences to Patty and his family.  He will be missed.

RECENT CERTIFICATIONS
Congratulations to our IAOPCC Members who have obtained certifications!

View IAOPCC Member Recent Certifications
NEW BOARD MEMBER - BYRON HUTCHISON
Please welcome your newest member to the IAOPCC Board of Directors, Byron Hutchison of Paws and Cherish Pet Cremations, LLC in Deerfield Beach, FL. Byron will bring a wealth of experience to the Board and we are excited to welcome him aboard.

IAOPCC Board of Directors
ACCREDITATION UPDATE
The IAOPCC Board has voted to increase fees related to Accreditation. As of September 1, 2017 the workbook review fee will increase to $450.00. The IAOPCC will honor the $250.00 review fee for all workbooks received at the Home Office on or before September 1, 2017.

Effective immediately the Accreditation Workbook will be $100.00.   
NEWS FROM BASI, BASI & ASSOCIATES
The Impending Cash Crisis
It's now 2017 and American businesses have added employment and grown for the past 4 years. Growth is a good thing, representing wealth and income that comes from prosperity. On the other hand it takes money to generate sales and revenue. 

The Impending Cash Crisis
RESOURCES
Our goal is to provide a list of resources that you can draw from to provide your staff and clients for educational and informational services. If you have a resource that you would like to submit for consideration, please email the Home Office at  info@iaopc.com

DID YOU KNOW?
Fuel Efficient Driving - The Hartford
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, speeding, rapid acceleration, and excessive braking can waste gas and decrease gas mileage by roughly 15 to 40%. Challenge yourself to review your driving habits. What are you doing to lower the operating costs of your company vehicle? 

Did You Know?
ATTENTION SUPPLIERS!
We've made some exciting updates to our 2017 Advertising Program. The News & Views will now be distributed in two printed issues (Summer and Winter) and two electronic issues, eNews & Views (Spring and Fall). The IAOPCC offers several advertising options to fit every budget!

ABOUT THE IAOPCC
The  International Association Of Pet Cemeteries & Crematories (IAOPCC)  is an organization dedicated to advancing the standards, ethics, and professionalism of pet cemeteries and crematories around the world.   With Members in more than 15 countries, we are the Recognized Leader in the Pet Aftercare Profession!