Tag: CBA

Growth is never linear. Even if two people take the same path, they may arrive at different places. At NACM, we keep this in mind when supporting our members through their professional certification journeys. 

Credit management is often seen as a hands-on, learn-as-you-go profession. Most professionals describe falling into it with little idea of what to expect, only to quickly realize they’re exactly where they need to be. But this profession isn’t for the faint of heart. It requires grit, genuine passion and a specific kind of know-how—best attained by earning a professional certification. 

For Erica Burke, CBA, manager, credit and collections at Superior Essex International LP (Fort Wayne, IN), her desire to learn and grow sparked a journey toward the Credit Business Associate (CBA) designation.

Encouraged by both his manager and mentor, Yaseen Owen, CBF, CCRA, area financial services manager at J.R. Simplot Company, decided to enroll in NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Program to earn his Business Credit Associate (CBA) and eventually, his Credit Business Fellow (CBF).

The CBF is one of six designations that comprise NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Program, signaling advanced competence in business and credit law. For Gorman, this certification wasn’t just an educational opportunity—it was a way to distinguish himself among his peers.

After earning her bachelor’s in business administration and international business in 2008, Jennifer LeMaster, CBA, CICP, AR and credit supervisor for Lhoist North America (Fort Worth, TX), decided to return to the classroom to further enhance her credit expertise by earning her certifications through NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Program.

NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program helps turn lessons into stepping stones, equipping credit practitioners with the knowledge and credibility to grow and thrive in their careers.

Credit management is shaped by market cycles, economic trends and digital transformation. In an industry like this—you can’t afford to stand still. Staying ahead of the curve requires continuous learning, and many credit professionals build their expertise by earning certifications through NACM and FCIB’s six-level Professional Certification Program. 

More than just a learning experience, NACM and FCIB’s Professional Certification Program transforms participants, equipping them with the confidence and knowledge to make greater contributions to the credit profession.