Where Emotional Professionalism Meets Enterprise Strategy
From the front lines of deathcare to the conference rooms of corporate America, we teach leaders how to communicate through loss, grief, conflict, and change with professionalism and humanity.
Mortuary Training gives organizations the practical tools, scripts, and confidence to navigate high-stakes conversations with clarity, compassion, and consistency.
Meet Our CEO & Founder:
Martha Thayer, MA, MSP
For more than 30 years, Martha has worked at the intersection of grief psychology, communication strategy, and organizational leadership. She’s a licensed mortuary science practitioner with master’s degrees in Strategic Communication and Thanatology (the study of grief, loss, and crisis).
Corporate Training & Keynotes
A grief and loss-informed approach to leadership,
communication, and culture.
Mortuary Training & Keynotes
Specialized training for funeral homes, directors,
and family-owned firms.
Results From Clients
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“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”
Laurie Payton
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“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”
Jamie Kokot
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“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”
Lindsey Beumer
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“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”
Keith Finley
What Sets Martha Apart
Martha blends grief psychology, strategic communication, and organizational leadership in a way few trainers can.
With more than 30 years of hands-on experience supporting people through real loss, she teaches leaders how to communicate clearly, compassionately, and confidently, even during the hardest moments.
Her training programs give organizations practical scripts, structure, and tools to navigate
high-stakes conversations with consistency and humanity.
LOGOS ??? Just Mentions
National Funeral Directors Association
Aurora Mental Health Center
Ogechee Technical College
University of Minnesota
Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence
Children’s Hospital
Our Partners
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