Danielle Burmeister, 

Vice President of Marketing Communications, Homesteaders Life Company

Danielle Burmeister is Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Homesteaders Life Company, a national leader in secure, reliable preneed funding. Danielle grew up in a small apartment above her family’s funeral home, cleaning cars and playing “Taps” at graveside services. She later worked in event marketing for the Iowa State Fair and as a professor of English and Communication at a nearby college, before finding her way back to funeral service. In Danielle’s current role, she leads the team responsible for all aspects of Homesteaders’ marketing and branding. Danielle has a Bachelor’s degree from Central College and a Master’s degree from Iowa State University.

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⚐  ADDRESS: 5700 Westown Pkwy West, West Des Moines, Iowa, 50266

✉ EMAIL:  dburmeister@Homesteaderslife.com

✆  PHONE: (515) 822-8103

⎚  WEBSITE:  homesteaderslife.com

Will Bischoff

Senior Vice President - Strategic Markets

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Stephanie Castagnier Dunn

Chief SBA Revenue Officer

Phoenix SBA a Community Bankshare Company

As EVP, Chief SBA Revenue Officer, I am responsible for driving the strategic direction, growth, and performance of the bank's small business lending department. I am honored to lead a team of professionals who are dedicated to serving the diverse and dynamic needs of entrepreneurs across the country.
 
With over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing small businesses across various sectors. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise in banking, entrepreneurship, and financial innovation to support the U.S. business economy. I also serve as a public appointed Council Member for the State of North Carolina's Innovation Council, where I contribute to the development and implementation of policies and initiatives that foster innovation and economic growth in the state.

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Matt Van Drimmelen

Owner/Founder

Full Circle Aftercare

Matthew Van Drimmelen is the founder of Full-Circle Aftercare, a service-based Aftercare company that partners with funeral homes nationwide. With a background in grief support, estate logistics, and strategic growth planning, he has helped hundreds of funeral firms implement meaningful aftercare that delivers both compassion and measurable business results.

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Nathan Hurst

National Sales Manager 

Federal Eagle

Nathan has 43 years of proven sales experience in the funeral car industry managing the dealer network and serving funeral home customers. His background includes senior level leadership positions with two of the largest Hearse manufacturers. Nathan lives in Arkansas. When he is not working, you’ll find him with family and friends or on the golf course.

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Tom Cole

Vice President of Sales

Federal Eagle

Nathan has 43 years of proven sales experience in the funeral car industry managing the dealer network and serving funeral home customers. His background includes senior level leadership positions with two of the largest Hearse manufacturers. Nathan lives in Arkansas. When he is not working, you’ll find him with family and friends or on the golf course.

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