Dennis Newgard
Foundation Partners Group
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Professional managerial candidate with deep understanding of operational excellence and team leadership. Proven ability to drive growth and enhance productivity through strategic planning and effective resource management. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability to meet organizational goals, showcasing excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Work History
General Manager
3 Months- Directed operational strategy, enhancing service quality and customer satisfaction across multiple locations.
- Managed budgets and resources, ensuring financial efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, increasing workflow efficiency and reducing turnaround time.
- Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate team productivity, driving accountability and high standards of excellence.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, providing insights for informed decision-making at the executive level.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to best practices throughout operations.
MANAGING FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER
3 Years- Prep Room Manager – Maintained Equipment & Supply Orders
- At Need Arrangements and selection of funeral goods and services
- Ensure policies and laws are followed as demanded from State of MT
- Assist with Services / Set up of chapel & flowers and equipment
- Pre-Need and At-Need Arrangements
- Embalmer / Cosmetology / Restorative Art
- Sell cemetery property & markers
- Coordinated funeral services, ensuring compliance with regulations and client wishes.
- Managed arrangements for cremations and burials, providing compassionate support to families.
- Oversaw preparation of deceased individuals for viewings and services, maintaining dignity and respect.
- Implemented cost-effective solutions to improve service delivery and client satisfaction.
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER
5 Years 5 Months- Made At Need Arrangements and selection of funeral goods and service
- Coordinated funeral service arrangements with families, ensuring personalized experiences and adherence to cultural traditions.
- Managed logistics for transportation of remains, collaborating with local authorities and crematoriums.
- Oversaw preparation and presentation of deceased, maintaining high standards of care and respect.
- Sold Burial Vaults & Monuments
- Ensure policies and laws are followed as demanded from State of Montana and North Dakota.
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER
- Made At Need Arrangements and selection of funeral goods and services
- High volume firm with many different faiths and customs
- Witness Cremations and assisting family
- Ensure policies and laws are followed as demanded from State of CA
- Assist with Services / Set up of chapel & flowers and equipment
- Pre-Need and At-Need Arrangements
- Prep Room Manager – Maintained Equipment & Supply Orders
- Embalmer / Cosmetology / Restorative Art
- Insurance Agent – Homesteaders Life
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER
- Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer
- Made funeral arrangements and assisted on services
- Crematory Operator
- Pre-Need Arrangements/Licensed Agent
- Embalmer and Prep Room Supervisor
- Dressing/Cosmetology / Restorative Art
- Handled day to day operations / being on call
- Conducted grief counseling sessions, providing emotional support to families during difficult times.
- Communicated with insurance companies to secure death benefits for payment of services.
- Continuously updated industry knowledge by attending professional workshops, conferences, and seminars.
- Responded to emergency calls with sensitivity and professionalism, offering immediate support during times of need.
STUDENT / LICENSED APPRENTICE
4 Years- Student Apprentice
- Served 2-year apprenticeship
- Service Attendant
- Transfers
- Apprentice Embalmer
- Dressing, Cosmology and Casketing
- Answering phones and families questions
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new tasks and procedures as needed.
- Assisted in project completion, ensuring timely delivery and meeting deadlines.
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER / CEMETERY MANAGER
2 Years- Cemetery Manager – Fairmont Memorial Park
- Cemetery and Monument Sales
- Assisting with witness cremations – Fairmont Memorial Park
- Pre-Need and At-Need Arrangements Funeral & Cemetery
- Embalmer / Dressing / Cosmetology / Restorative Art
- Assisted on services, high volume of clients with arrangements, funerals and receptions on site
Education
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science
Associate of Science - Psychology
High School Diploma
Skills
Leadership and team building
Problem resolution
Operations management
Effective leader
Efficient multi-tasker
Training and development
Goal setting
Verbal and written communication
Schedule management
Employee development
Facility management
Staffing
Certification
- CA – Funeral Directors License # 2469
- CA – Embalmers License #8888
- CA – Insurance License OM38694
- CA – Crematory Operator Certificate
- MT – Funeral Directors License #5701
- ND – Funeral Directors License #3608
Timeline
General Manager
Foundation Partners Group
03.2026 - 06.2026Read More
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Cloyd Funeral Home
01.2023 - 01.2026Read More
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER
Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home
01.2021 - 2022Read More
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER / CEMETERY MANAGER
Bryan Braker Funeral Home / Fairmont Memorial Park
01.2015 - 01.2017Read More
STUDENT / LICENSED APPRENTICE
Wilson & Kratzer Mortuaries
01.1999 - 01.2003Read More
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER
North Sacramento Funeral Home
2015 - 01.2020Read More
FUNERAL DIRECTOR / EMBALMER
Ullrey Memorial Chapel
2004 - 01.2015Read More
San Francisco College of Mortuary Science
Associate of Science from Mortuary Science
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Minot State University
Associate of Science from Psychology
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Mohall High School
High School Diploma
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