2026 NextGen Seminar
January 25–29, 2026 • The Royal Sonesta • San Juan, Puerto RicoLead 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 San Juan, recharge, and connect outside the meeting room.
- Destination Inspiration – Experience the vibrant culture, history and
beauty of Puerto Rico 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
Registration price for your first participant is $875.00. Registration price for each additional participant is $595.00.Registration includes admission to all meeting sessions, the Welcome Reception/Dinner and hospitality breaks throughout the meeting.
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
The Royal Sonesta San Juan, 5961 Av. Isla Verde, Carolina, 00979, Puerto Rico
The cut-off date for our hotel room block has passed, however you can still make a reservation directly with the hotel. Please contact Melanie Hofmann with your travel information or any questions as soon as possible.
The hotel is about a 6-minute drive from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Taxis or rideshares are available at the airport.
Special Message from Dr. Jenipher Cornelius
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.
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.