The Federation of Credit and Financial Professionals resulted from the joining of two groups: The New York Credit and Financial Management Association and the NACM Mid-Atlantic (both founded in 1896). In the intervening 100-plus years, in order to remain relevant to the changing needs of the tens of thousands of dedicated professionals they have faithfully served, both Associations have strived to preserve the time-honored focus on education and professional development.

With the merger of these organizations in 2006, the FCFP now presents to their membership a variety of opportunities and programs that neither association could separately.

Benefits of Membership

Membership to the FCFP provides more than just a resume boost - it also supplies the following tools that a credit professional needs to advance their ability and career.

CONTINUING EDUCATION: The FCFP annually prepares an educational calendar that provides membership with ample opportunities to expand their skill base, continually increasing the diversity of our industry specific workshops, in addition to the needed Credit Administration Program classes for members to earn their NACM designations on their own set timeline.

NETWORKING EVENTS: The FCFP also schedules networking events throughout the regions it serves, so that all members will have opportunities to see old friends and meet new ones. These events are beneficial to every professional in the commercial credit industry to share thoughts as well as investigate possible career opportunities.

TRADE GROUP BENEFITS: A large portion of our membership also belong to trade groups that share a common customer base, and usually the same debtor list. With shared information, members are able to discuss actions that result in faster payment and forming solid credit policies.

DUAL MEMBERSHIP: Joining the FCFP automatically enrolls you as a member of the National Association of Credit Management. Members may take advantage of the education sessions and teleconferences hosted by NACM, in addition to earning nationally accredited designations for credit professionals.

PUBLICATIONS: Members receive subscriptions to Business Credit, the official publication of the NACM, and the Journal of Trading Partner Practices, the official news source of the FCFP, as well as periodic electronic alerts.

PREFERRED BUYER STATUS FOR SERVICES FROM BERNARD SANDS: These services include commercial collection and credit reporting; more information can be found at www.bernardsands.com.

PREFERRED BUYER STATUS FOR SERVICES FROM SMYTH SOLUTIONS: These services include staffing and AR management; more information can be found at www.smyyth.com.

ACCESS TO INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT BRIEFS AND OTHER RESEARCH: The FCFP receives offers from association sponsors (i.e. Euler Hermes ACI) to give our membership complimentary access to their publications on international economy and economic forecasting.

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For further information contact:

Yesinne Alvarez
President, FCFP
201-714-4521
yalvarez@federationofcredit.com

Kerry Prata
Membership & Events Manager
201-714-4514
kprata@federationofcredit.com