Jay Dodds is the Chief Strategic Officer for the Park Lawn Corporation. He has over 40 years of experience in the funeral and cemetery profession. He holds a funeral director and embalmers license in both Texas and New Mexico. In addition, he is a certified cremation operator.
Jay was founder, owner, and President of the Signature Group before joining his company with Park Lawn. Prior to founding Signature, he was the executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Carriage Services. Over his career he has led and managed businesses across North America.
Jay is Past President of the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association, Trustee Emeritus for the Funeral Service Foundation, Past Trustee of the ICCFA Educational Foundation, Recipient of the Lasting Impact Award, and a board member of the Pierce Mortuary Colleges.