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CASKET AND FUNERAL SUPPLY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

WINTER SEMINAR Sandpearl Resort Clearwater Beach

March 5 - 7, 2015

2015

CFSA REGISTRATION

Your Winter Seminar registration includes: • Thursday evening outdoor Welcome Reception with

open bar followed by buffet Welcome Dinner • Buffet breakfasts on Friday and Saturday morning • CFSA business session and recognitions • Educational programs • Saturday evening reception with open bar, followed by

the President’s Dinner & Dance Tours and activities are optional and incur an additional fee.

How to register: 1) Register online at www.cfsaa.org, or 2) Send in your completed Winter Seminar Registration

form by mail to 49-Y Sherwood Terr., Lake Bluff, IL, 60044; by e-mail to [email protected]; or by fax to 847.295.6647.

CFSA Member $895

CFSA Member—Under 18 FREE

Non-Member $1,045

Non-Member—Under 18 $450

2015 Winter Seminar Registration Rates

ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE The Sandpearl is located near two major airports, Tampa International Airport and St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. The following options are available for transfer between either airport and the Sandpearl: • A group rate of $79 per person round trip is available through Ambassador Limousine. To reserve this service,

please call 800.628.1633 or send an e-mail to: [email protected]. • SuperShuttle offers a shared ride van service from Tampa International Airport only for $50 per person round trip

(shuttle may stop at multiple hotels). Reservations can be made online at www.supershuttle.com or by calling 800.258.3826.

• Taxi service is available for approximately $60 one way.

For guests who will be driving to Clearwater Beach, valet parking is available at Sandpearl for $20 per day. Self-parking is not available.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS Sandpearl Resort Clearwater Beach 500 Mandalay Avenue Clearwater Beach, Florida 33767 Reservations: 877.726.3111 or 727.674.4111 CFSA Rate: $289/night (plus 12% tax), single or double occupancy Our room block and negotiated room rate expires on February 11, 2015. Reservations MUST be made by this date to ensure room availability during this peak season. Room Description: Bay View, available with one king bed or two queen beds CFSA room reservations include the following: • 24-hour access to the Gulf Front Fitness Center • Wireless Internet access in guestrooms and public

space (meeting space excluded) • 15% discount at The Spa at Sandpearl • Access to the Business Center • Sandpearl Resort standard room amenities, including

refrigerator, coffee maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, complimentary bottled water and daily newspaper

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday, March 5, 2015 6:30 p.m. Welcome Reception & Dinner on Outdoor Gulf-View Lawn Friday, March 6, 2015 7:30 a.m. Buffet Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Business Session 9:00 a.m. Educational Program 12:00 p.m. Depart for Stephen K. Newcomer Memorial Golf Tournament 12:30 p.m. Depart for Clearwater Marine Aquarium “Behind-the-Scenes” Tour Evening Dinner on Your Own Saturday, March 7, 2015 7:30 a.m. Buffet Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Business Session & Recognitions 9:30 a.m. Educational Program 11:30 a.m. Depart for Bright House Field - Philadelphia Phillies vs. Toronto Blue Jays Spring Training Game 6:00 p.m. President’s Reception 7:00 p.m. President’s Dinner & Dance

ENJOY CFSA’S POOLSIDE CABANA

Winter Seminar attendees wait all year for the chance to network and socialize with their industry colleagues in a relaxed, fun environment. This year we are providing the perfect space for CFSA members to gather—a private, poolside cabana complete with HDTV, ceiling fan, and service from the staff at the nearby Tate Island Grill! CFSA’s cabana is free for Winter Seminar attendees and will be open for use from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

STEPHEN K. NEWCOMER (1939 - 2006)

Steve Newcomer began his career in the casket industry with Missouri Casket Company at the age of 14, as the fourth generation to participate in the family business. During his career, he success-fully held positions with companies including Amedco, Service Corporation International, the York Group and Artco Casket Company. He was actively involved in CFSA beginning in the early 1980’s and until he passed away in 2006. Steve served as President of the Board of Directors in 1993-94, and is remembered for his passion and relentless dedication to the industry. A longtime Chair of the Golf Committee, Steve is honored by CFSA every year through the annual Stephen K. New-comer Memorial Golf Tournament.

TOURS & ACTIVITIES: FRIDAY, MARCH 5 - OPTION I

Stephen K. Newcomer Memorial Golf Tournament Departure: 12:00 p.m. (lunch available at the clubhouse) Join us for the 7th Annual Stephen K. Newcomer Memorial Golf Tournament! The challenge of the golf courses at the Belleair Country Club (www.belleaircc.com) is only paralleled by its beauty. Designed by Donald Ross, one of America’s most fa-mous golf course architects, the greens and fairways reflect essentially the same spirit and original features as Ross designed them in the early 1900’s. Beautifully main-tained and extraordinarily scenic, the course will challenge and inspire golfers of all levels. Golfers will have the opportunity to eat lunch at the clubhouse or practice at the driving range before teeing off at 1:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to the first- and second-place teams, the team with the latest-surviving Pink Lady ball, as well as to the “Longest Drive” and “Closest to the Pin” winners. Price: $150 per person (includes cart), $60 per person club rental

FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER-ON-YOUR-OWN

On a visit to the Gulf coast, cuisine is as essential to the experience as a day on the beach! The Clearwater area is best know for its seafood, but you can find something for every taste within a few miles of the resort. Continuing a Winter Seminar tradition, attendees will have the opportunity to dine at a local restaurant of their choice on Friday night. Enjoy Clearwater's only AAA Four-Diamond restaurant, Caretta On The Gulf, located right in the Sandpearl, or pick up a list of local restaurants at the CFSA registration desk. For a preview of recommended restaurants nearby, go to www.visitstpeteclearwater.com.

ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS: SATURDAY, MARCH 7 Major League Baseball “Grapefruit League” Spring Training Baseball Game in Clearwater: Philadelphia Phillies vs. Toronto Blue Jays Departure: 11:30 p.m. (lunch available at the ballpark) The five-time consecutive National League East division title winners, Phila-delphia Phillies, have been coming to Clearwater each spring since 1948. After setting a franchise record with 102 regular-season victories in 2011, the team also had the best record in baseball for the second year in a row. They now train at one of the newest venues in the Florida Grapefruit League, Bright House Field. The ballpark offers some of the best sight lines of any Spring Training ballpark and all of the blue-colored seats are angled toward the infield; in fact, the ballpark feels a lot smaller than its 8,500 capacity. A 50-feet-wide by 10-feet tall 'Tiki Pavilion' just beyond the left field fence will al-low fans the option of sitting on a barstool to watch the ballgame and choos-ing from a wealth of drinks. A kids play area, located down the left field line, will keep the little ones busy and also includes a kid-sized menu. All attendees will be seated behind home plate and will receive a $10 voucher to be used toward food or beverage at Bright House Field. Food is moderately priced and there are a wide variety of food options, including Delco’s Cheesesteaks, Lee Roy Selmon’s Barbecue, Boar’s Head Cuban Sandwich, as well as standard ballpark favorites including hot dogs, brats, and pretzels. We strongly recommend that you order tickets to this event with your CFSA Winter Seminar registration form prior to Friday, February 6, 2015. Tickets not ordered prior to this date may not be seated with the group. Price: $65 per person

ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS: FRIDAY, MARCH 5 - OPTION II Clearwater Marine Aquarium “Behind-the-Scenes” Tour Departure: 12:30 p.m. (lunch on your own)

Go behind the scenes at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, a unique non-profit hospital dedicated to rescue, rehab and release of marine animals. Numerous forms of marine life are permanent residents at the aquarium, all of which have serious injuries that prevent their return to the wild. The aquarium's best-known permanent resident is Winter, a bottlenose dol-phin who was rescued in December 2005 after having her tail caught in a crab trap. Her injuries caused the loss of her tail, and the aquarium fitted her with a prosthetic tail which brought worldwide attention to the facility. Winter later starred in the 2011 film, Dolphin Tale, and its 2014 sequel, Dolphin Tale 2, shot partially on location at the aquarium. Other animals permanently housed at the facility include sharks, sea turtles,

American river otters, pelicans, and sting rays. This tour will take you through the aquarium’s open-air critical care facility, an area closed to the general public. Note: This tour is limited to 20 participants. Price: $70 per person

ABOUT THE SANDPEARL The first new resort to be built on Clearwater Beach in 25 years, the Sandpearl Resort has been recognized by the Expedia Insiders' Select ranking of top hotels, where it was rated #8 in the world in 2009 based on customer satisfaction and value for the dollar. A recipient of the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond award, the Sandpearl is an unrivaled Clearwater Beach resort. The Sandpearl showcases an enticing array of re-sort activities that allow you to be as active or inactive as you please during your stay. Guests will enjoy:

• Zero-depth entry, climate-controlled lagoon pool • Poolside food and beverage service and live enter-

tainment at Tate Island Grill • 700-foot private white sand beach with beach chairs

and umbrellas, including nightly bonfires at beach-front fire pits

• On-site water sport rentals, including jet skis, pad-dleboards, and kayaks

• Massages, facials, body wraps and more at The Spa at Sandpearl (CFSA guests receive a 15% discount!)

• Clearwater’s only Four-Star restaurant, Caretta on the Gulf

• Camp Ridley, a special club with special activities for children ages 5 to 10

• Proximity to Clearwater’s top attractions To learn more about the Sandpearl Resort, visit www.sandpearl.com.

WEATHER Apart from its natural beauty, the uniquely perfect climate of Clearwater is the predominant feature of the area that attracts millions to this place. Its most pleasant seasons are spring and fall, when visitors enjoy sunny days and cooler evenings. Here’s what to expect in Clearwater Beach in March:

• Average High Temperature: 77° F • Average Low Temperature: 56° F • Average Precipitation: 3.85 inches • Average Gulf Water Temperature: 68° F

2015 WINTER SEMINAR SPONSORSHIP

Maximize the value of your CFSA membership! CFSA offers a varie-ty of sponsorship opportunities as-sociated with the Winter Seminar. Sponsors receive significant recog-nition benefits in pre- and post-event marketing materials, as well as dur-ing the event. All sponsorships are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, so reserve your spon-

sorship today! For more information or to become a sponsor, go to www.cfsaa.org, or contact CFSA at 847.295.6630.

“DO-IT-YOURSELF” ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES Voted “Best Beach Town in Florida” by USA Today readers in 2013, Clearwater Beach offers fun for all ages, from kid-friendly water sports and cruises to beachside dining and dancing hot spots. Below are just a few of the local activities and attractions that you can take advantage of during your stay. For more information on these “do-it-yourself” optional activities, or to pre-arrange tours, contact the Sandpearl Resort Concierge at 727.674.4185 or [email protected].

Sunsets at Pier 60 Daily Festival. Located right on Clearwater Beach and less than 1/4 mile from Sandpearl Resort, Pier 60 is a family-friendly destination known for its fishing, restaurants and shopping as well as "Sunsets at Pier 60", a daily celebration starting two hours before sun-set, featuring arts and crafts vendors, street musicians and entertainers. In addition to the Sun-set festivities, Pier 60 features a large children's playground, covered pavilions, snack shops, shopping, restaurants and bars, fishing rentals, boat tours, and a modern pier for fishing or just enjoying a stroll.

Caladesi Island State Park. With 3 miles of pristine beaches accessible only by boat, Ca-ladesi Island is an unspoiled paradise, and a magical place for swimming, sun-bathing, fish-ing, hiking, snorkeling, or shelling! As one of the few completely natural islands along Flori-da´s Gulf Coast, Caladesi´s white sand beach was rated America’s Best Beach in 2008.

Dolphin Exploration Tour. This 2-hour tour will take you out on the beautiful emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico in search of the Sun Coast’s favorite, the bottlenose dolphin. In addition to offering guaranteed dolphin sightings, your Captain will highlight some of the fasci-nating facts about the natural wonders the Gulf Coast offers. There is something for everyone, from Tommy the Turtle Explorer Time for the kids to unlimited beer, wine, vodka punch, or soft drinks for the adults.

Captain Memo’s Original Pirate Cruise. Cruise away to the less traveled road of briny bucca-neers and seafaring seadogs. Set your course with the cool reggae island & steel band music playing throughout the rigging of the Pirates Ransom. Every passenger will enjoy their choice of free soft drinks, beer, wine, or champagne while aboard ship. Get lost in the pirate antics of treas-ure hunts, face painting, water gun games, stories and dancing for all.

Sunset Celebration Cruise. Sail the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico as you view a beauti-ful Florida sunset, and if you’re lucky you may witness the legendary “green flash.” Your Captain will point out interesting facts about the Gulf Coast as well as sights along the way. Guests are offered unlimited beer, wine, or vodka punch, with a special champagne toast at sunset.

And More! Other popular activities that you can enjoy right in the Clearwater Beach area include: jet ski rentals and tours, kayak and paddleboat tours, parasailing and “sky surfing,” or private yacht and fishing charters. You can even stay right within the grounds of the Sandpearl and enjoy Sunrise and Sunset Yoga or Beach Boot Camp fitness classes, Family S-mores Nights at the resort’s wood-burning fire pits on the beach, and poolside “Movies Under the Stars.” For more information about Clearwater Beach, go to www.visitstpeteclearwater.com.

TAMPA & ORLANDO Looking to make a side trip, or to “piggy-back” onto your Winter Seminar activities? Just 40 minutes from Clearwater Beach, Tampa offers a variety of family and cul-tural attractions, including Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, Lowry Park Zoo, the Museum of Science and Industry, and Adventure Island water park. For more information, go to www.visittampabay.com. Less than two hours from Clearwater Beach, Orlando is home to the famous Dis-ney theme parks, as well as Florida’s newest theme park, Legoland, and two Universal Studios parks (home of the brand new “Wizarding World of Harry Pot-ter” exhibits). Not into theme parks? Consider a visit to the town of Winter Park, known for its shops, restaurants, and museums, or take in a performance of La Nouba Cirque du Soleil at the Walt Disney World Resort. For more information, go to www.visitorlando.com.

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REGISTRATION FORM CFSA WINTER SEMINAR 2015

MARCH 5-7, 2015 • SANDPEARL RESORT CLEARWATER BEACH

CFSA MEMBER REGISTRATION

NON-MEMBER REGISTRATION FRIDAY, MARCH 6 SATURDAY, MARCH 7

Optional Tours and Activities: Circle all applicable activity fee amounts. Golfers, please indicate your handicap and, if you are renting clubs, whether you are right- or left-handed. See brochure for complete description of optional tours and activities.

FULL NAME

ADULT

CHILD (<18)

ADULT

CHILD (<18)

Golf Tournament

Golf Club Rental

(if needed)

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Tour

MLB Spring Training Baseball Game -

Philadelphia Phillies vs. Toronto Blue Jays*

TOTAL

$895 FREE $1,045 $450

$150

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$60

R or L $70 $65 $

$895 FREE $1,045 $450

$150

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$60

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$895 FREE $1,045 $450

$150

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$60

R or L $70 $65 $

$895 FREE $1,045 $450

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TOTAL AMOUNT DUE

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(Circle One)

Cancellation Policy: Registration fees will be refunded minus a 25% fee if notifying CFSA staff before 3/3/15; no refunds will be issued after this date. Hold Harmless: Registration for optional activities signifies that you agree to hold CFSA, its staff, and agents harmless against all claims of losses or damages to property or persons as a result of participating in optional activities. Special Needs: Those with special needs as identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act, or dietary restrictions, should notify CFSA staff at (847) 295-6630 or [email protected] at least two weeks prior to the event.

*Please send in registrations with baseball ticket purchases by Friday, February 6, 2015 to guarantee seating with the CFSA group. PAYMENT METHOD: q Check enclosed q Bill my company (CFSA members only) q Charge my credit card below ________________________________ ____________________________________ ___________________________ _____________ ________________ NAME ON CARD BILLING ADDRESS CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP _______________________________________________ ________________ ____________ ______________________________________________ ACCOUNT NUMBER EXP. DATE SEC. CODE AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

Send completed form to: CFSA, 49-Y Sherwood Terrace, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 • Fax 847.295.6647 • E-mail [email protected]

Contact Name ____________________________________________________ Company Name _________________________________________________________ Email ______________________________________________________________________ Phone _______________________________________________________ Payment Method: q Bill our company (CFSA members only) q Check enclosed q Credit Card (information below) Name on Card ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Billing Address________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip _______________________________________________________ Card # ____________________________________________________________________ Exp. Date ______________________ Sec. Code* _____________________ * Last 3-4 digits on the card’s signature panel Authorized Signature _________________________________________________________________ Date _________________________________________________

THURSDAY, MARCH 5

Welcome Reception Open Bar q $1,500 Welcome Reception Hors d’Oeuvres q $1,000

Welcome Dinner Buffet CO-SPONSORSHIP (two available, or check both boxes for full sponsorship) q $1,500 q $1,500

Welcome Dinner Desserts q $1,000 Welcome Dinner Table Wines q $1,000 CFSA Poolside Cabana q $500

FRIDAY, MARCH 6

Breakfast Buffet CO-SPONSORSHIP (two available, or check both boxes for full sponsorship) q $750 q $750

Coffee, Water & Soft Drinks q $750 Educational Program (includes introduction of speaker) q $500 Stephen K. Newcomer Memorial Golf Tournament (includes trophies and prizes) q $500 CFSA Poolside Cabana q $500

SATURDAY, MARCH 7

Breakfast Buffet CO-SPONSORSHIP (two available, or check both boxes for full sponsorship) q $750 q $750

Coffee, Water & Soft Drinks q $750 Educational Program (includes introduction of speaker) q $500

q $1,250 q $1,250

President’s Reception Hors d’Oeuvres q $1,250

President’s Dinner Buffet CO-SPONSORSHIP (two available, or check both boxes for full sponsorship) q $2,000 q $2,000

President’s Dinner Desserts q $1,000 President’s Dinner Table Wines q $1,250 President’s Dance with DJ q $1,000 President’s Dinner/Dance Table Arrangements q $750

OTHER SPONSORSHIPS

Post-conference Photo Montage (included with April CFSA Newsletter) q $1,750

Sponsor Signage q In-Kind Marketing and Advertising q In-Kind General Sponsorship (Write the dollar amount of your sponsorship to the right) q $ ____________________

President’s Reception Open Bar CO-SPONSORSHIP (two available, or check both boxes for full sponsorship)

CFSA Poolside Cabana q $500

Winter Seminar Program Book (included in on-site registration packets) q $1,000

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES CFSA WINTER SEMINAR 2015

MARCH 5-7, 2015 • SANDPEARL RESORT

Send completed form to: CFSA, 49-Y Sherwood Terrace, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 • Fax 847.295.6647 • Email [email protected]

Please indicate which event/item(s) you wish to sponsor or co-sponsor. If co-sponsoring a function, you will be notified of the second co-sponsor. All sponsorships are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Call CFSA at 847.295.6630.