2027 NextGen Seminar

January 24–28, 2027 • Dreams Macao Beach • Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 

Lead with Confidence. Shape the Future.

The NextGen Seminar is the only annual gathering designed specifically for aspiring and early-career leaders, directors and owners within the funeral service profession. Over four unforgettable days, you’ll gain the skills, strategies and connections to lead your firm—and your career—into the future.

Don’t miss this defining opportunity.

Why You Want to Attend:

• Practical Leadership Training – Learn how to inspire teams, navigate tough conversations and strengthen your firm’s culture through interactive, expert-led sessions.
  
• Earn While You Learn – Take home up to 8.0 hours of continuing education credit alongside real-world strategies you can apply immediately.
  
• Peer Power – Swap proven “next practices” with other ambitious leaders who understand your challenges and share your drive.
  
• Built-In Balance – Our schedule includes a full free day to explore, recharge, and connect outside the meeting room.
  
• Destination Inspiration – Experience the vibrant culture, history and beauty of the Caribbean while building your professional network.
  
• Momentum That Lasts – Return home with fresh ideas, renewed energy and a stronger vision for your firm’s future.

Hear from Your Peers

Registration

Meeting registration information coming soon!

Selected understands continuing education (CE) credit is a top priority for many members, so CE also is provided as part of your in-person meeting registration. We are seeking accreditation for CE for 8.0 contact hours from the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice and states that have CE requirements. Since credit and session approvals vary by state, you can check your state's approval status as it becomes available on Selected's Continuing Education page.

NOTE: Members seeking continuing education in Canadian Provinces can contact meetings@selectedfuneralhomes.org or call 800-323-4219 to request session/speaker details in order to directly submit an application on your own behalf to your Province(s) of choice.

Hotel and Travel Information

Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana, Playa, Punta Cana 23301, Dominican Republic

Selected's specially negotiated rate of $239/per person/per night for Jr. Suite Pool View rooms at the Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana is available until our room block fills. Members are strongly encouraged to book a reservation as soon as possible for best availability. Once our room block fills, the hotel will determine if rooms are available and at what rate. Selected reserves the right to cancel any hotel reservation in the room block that is not connected to a registered meeting participant.

All-Inclusive Details:

Your Jr. Suite Pool View reservation is all-inclusive with the resort's Unlimited Luxury amenities. Everything is included with your stay - from best-in-class service and gourmet restaurants and top-shelf drinks to endless day and nighttime activities:

• Limitless access to gourmet à la carte dining options without reservations required
• Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits
• Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks
• Room and Concierge service
• Pool and beach wait service
• Mini-bar refreshed daily with soft drinks, bottled water, juices and beer
• Daily maid service
• Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment
• Theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues
• Wi-Fi

Important Details:

• Adults and Children (ages 13+): $239/per person/per night
• Children (ages 3-12.99 years old): $96/per child/per night
• Infants (ages 0-2.99 years old): Free
• Maximum occupancy in room: 2 adults + 2 children under 13 years old OR 3 adults + 1 child under 13 years old
• Upgrades to other room categories are subject to hotel availability
• Check in: 3:00 p.m.
• Check out: 12:00 p.m.
• The hotel is about a 40-minute drive from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). Recommended transportation options will also be posted here soon.

Must Call or Email to Book:

In order to make your reservation and receive our discounted rate, you'll need to contact the hotel directly via phone or email and reference Selected Independent Funeral Homes. Do not make your reservations online or via a third-party company.

Reservation Request by Email:

Send an email to Leidy Jimenez at leidy.jimenez@dreamsresorts.com and copy (CC) Kelvin Cordero at kelvin.cordero@dreamsresorts.com with the information below:

Email Subject -
Reservation Request, Group: Selected Independent Funeral Homes, Name: [Guest Name]

Email Body -

• Guest Name: Full name as per passport
• Group: Selected Independent Funeral Homes 2027 NextGen
• Check‑in Date: [Date of arrival]
• Check‑out Date: [Date of departure]
• Number of Guests: Number of adults and children
• Room Category: Jr. Suite Pool View

Reservation Requests by Phone:

Guests contacting the hotel by phone must:

• Call 809-552-0150 and ask for the Reservations Department to speak with Leidy Jimenez
• Provide all information listed in the email requirements above

Deposits:

• 1st Deposit: Equivalent to 2 nights is due upon reservation confirmation
• Final Deposit: Remaining balance due November 22

Cancellation Policy:

• From confirmation date - 181 days prior arrival: 35% of full room total will be charged
• 180 - 91 days prior arrival: 50% of full room total will be charged
• 90 - 61 days prior group arrival: 75% of full room total will be charged
• Within 60 days of arrival: 100% of full room total will be charged

Special Thanks:

To Kelco, NextGen Community Program Partner, for their continued support and sponsorship of the NextGen Seminar.

Questions

If you have additional questions, simply email Selected or call 800-323-4219.

Resources

NOTE: Non-members are welcome to attend meeting sessions for which Selected has made application for continuing education to the Academy of Professional Funeral Service and applicable states. Please contact Selected at 800-323-4219 for a list of available sessions and cost.