Why This Matters

Despite significant strides in gender representation, women in the funeral service industry often find themselves unsupported and underrepresented, especially in leadership roles. That’s where Your Funeral Coach steps in. Founded by Lisa Baue, a pioneer with over 44 years in the profession, we’re committed to empowering women to rise through the ranks and make their mark.
The Current Landscape
- Growing Numbers: Women now make up close to 45% of licensed funeral directors, a leap from just 5% four decades ago.
- Educational Trends: According to the American Board of Funeral Service Education, 79.25% of mortuary school enrollees in 2022 were female.
- Professional Involvement: More women are attending professional meetings and conferences than ever before.
- ABFSE is the American Board of Funeral Service Education. If you want to reach out to them for more information: https://www.abfse.org

The Challenges

- Limited Support: Many women still feel unsupported in their roles and are often in the minority in their firms and associations.
- Leadership Gap: Despite their growing numbers, women are underrepresented in leadership positions across the industry.
- Lack of Confidence and Strategy: Many women in the field struggle with self-confidence and lack a clear path or strategy for career advancement.
How We Can Help
- Networking Opportunities: A platform for women to exchange best practices, discuss work-life balance, and more.
- Mentorship Programs: Tailored coaching to help you navigate the unique challenges women face in this industry.
- Individualized Leadership Training: Specialized, one-on-one coaching programs to prepare you for leadership roles and responsibilities.

Why Choose Your Funeral Coach?

- Expert Guidance
- Community Support, including Scholarship Opportunities
- Individualized Coaching and Mentoring
Testimonials
Lisa has been pivotal in recognizing my strengths and then coaching me on how to step out of my comfort zone to grow and develop my business. I am grateful for her expertise in entrepreneurship, increasing market share, and understanding the needs of our community. Her coaching has brought clarity to my business plan and boosted my confidence. Her sessions are productive and full of useful information. Meeting with her has had quantitative and qualitative results. I continually appreciate her guidance and wisdom.
Kristen Ernst, MA, LPC