Meet Will: Landmark's First Intern

At Landmark, growth isn't just about the number of firms we partner with; it's about the people who help us get there. This summer, we put that belief into practice by welcoming our very first intern, Will Caruso, onto our M&A and FP&A team.

It was a first for us in every sense, and it's one we're already looking forward to repeating.

From day one, Will was brought directly into the work that drives Landmark's growth. Over the course of the summer, he:

Built post-partnership forecasting models to support newly integrated firms
Contributed to and helped present quarter-end and board meeting materials
Developed purchase price, offer alignment, and sensitivity analyses across three separate partnership deals
Led deal work and communicated directly with an outside consulting group on behalf of Landmark
Designed a company-wide digital portal to help the team track and manage past and future partnerships

“Our growth and the culture we’re building is rooted in our people. Will brought real curiosity and ownership to everything we gave him this summer, and that's exactly the kind of person we want representing Landmark. Investing in people like Will, early and intentionally, is how we build the next generation of leaders for this company and for the firms we serve.”

—Seb D'Appolonia, Co-founder, President and CEO, Landmark Funeral Group

A Front-Row Seat to How Landmark Grows

Beyond the day-to-day project work, Will was involved in some of Landmark's biggest conversations of the year, including our Q2 senior leadership team meeting and our H1 board meeting. It gave him a direct line of sight into how strategic decisions get made, and it gave our leadership team a chance to get to know him more as a professional and a person.

“As the program comes to a close, I leave with an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the people who made this experience special.”

— Will Caruso, Intern

Investing in People, the Same Way We Invest in Partnerships

Landmark is built on the idea of partnering with funeral professionals who've built something meaningful and are looking for a steward to help carry it forward while continuing to preserve its legacy. That same philosophy applies to our people internally. Investing in someone early, giving them real responsibility, and trusting them to rise to it is exactly the kind of culture we're building as we grow.

“Will was both curious and a reliable contributor. He exceeded our stretch goals for the position. The true marker of success is that the internship felt too short. We’re going to miss him.”

— Alfie Watterson, VP Corporate Development, Landmark Funeral Group

Will's summer with us is proof that opportunity here is available to anyone willing to bring curiosity and passion with a strong work ethic and genuine desire to contribute.

Thank you, Will, for everything you brought to our team this summer. We're proud to have been part of the start of your career, and we can't wait to see where it takes you next.

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Legacy Partner Mark Noll Named Beaver County's Entrepreneur of the Year

By Katelyn D'Appolonia • October 6, 2026

Landmark Funeral Group is honored to share that Mark Noll, founder of Noll Funeral Home and one of our valued Legacy Partners, has been named Beaver County's Entrepreneur of the Year by Beaver County Chamber of Commerce. A Legacy of Service Mark began his career in funeral service in 1986, and in 1998 he founded and opened his own firm, Noll Funeral Home, followed by Noll-Schwerha in 2000. For nearly three decades, he has served as owner, president, and funeral director, guiding business operations, supporting his team, and, most importantly, caring for the families entrusted to him. Mark's commitment to Beaver County extends well beyond the funeral home. He serves as President of the Fort McIntosh Foundation and as a Board Member of PUSH, and he co-founded two Beaver restaurants, Grumpy Beaver and Hash N Smash. Recognized for Excellence The Entrepreneur of the Year award recognizes an outstanding local business leader or founder who demonstrates exceptional innovation, leadership, and community impact within Beaver County. It honors individuals who drive economic growth, show a strong commitment to the region, and make their community a better place to live, work, and do business. "Funeral service taught me that success is really about people: showing up, listening, and taking care of one another. That lesson has guided everything I've done since, in business and in the community. I'm honored by this recognition and grateful to have spent my career serving my community alongside wonderful colleagues. This honor belongs to those who've worked beside me and to the families and neighbors who've trusted us." — Mark Noll, Legacy Partner, Noll Funeral Home A Partnership Built on Shared Values Since joining the Landmark network of Firms, Noll Funeral Home has continued to serve Beaver County families with the same personal care and community commitment that has defined it for generations. This award is a reflection of the ongoing dedication that Mark has instilled in the business and continues to pour into the community today. "Mark embodies everything we hope to honor and support at Landmark: a founder who built something lasting by putting families and community first. We're proud to call him a Legacy Partner, and we're thrilled to see Beaver County recognize what his team and the families they serve and care for have known for years." — Seb D'Appolonia, CEO, Landmark Funeral Group Congratulations to Mark and the entire Noll Funeral Home team on this well-deserved honor.

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