Foundation Scholarships
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NACM Commercial Services Foundation Scholarships
Through our Foundation Scholarship Committee’s dedicated fundraising initiatives, they have successfully raised over $100K. We take pride in reinvesting these scholarship dollars directly back into our community, supporting our members in the advancement of their credit profession.
The scholarships offered through the Foundation assist applicants in the pursuit of education and training, achieving professional designation, and attending national and regional programs.
NACMCS Foundation scholarships
- Classes & Webinars
- Regional & National Conferences
- Certification Courses
- Certification Exam Fees
NACM National scholarships
- National & Regional conferences
- Credit Learning Center Courses
- NACM National online courses
- International Education
- Grad School
Mission Statement
The NACM Commercial Services Foundation promotes and advances the professionalism of individuals in credit management and provides career development opportunities.
Phylliss Clark Memorial Fund
The Phylliss Clark Memorial Fund was established in honor of the well-known and respected manager of the NACM Oregon education/communications department, who died in an auto accident Memorial Day weekend in 1993. Because of Phylliss’ strong commitment to education and her dedicated service to NACM and CFDD, the Foundation established an endowment worthy of her memory.
Each year, earnings from the endowment are distributed as scholarships to qualified members of the two Oregon-area Credit & Financial Development Division (CFDD) chapters to offset registration and attendance costs to regional conferences. In selecting these yearly scholarship recipients, special recognition is given to first-time attendees.
Jane Newton Memorial Scholarship Fund
Jane Newton worked at our local NACM office for 47 years serving and supporting countless members. Many of those years Jane spent furthering her own education, and actually completed her Bachelor’s degree just three years before she retired. Jane was a mentor and strong supporter of any member who had the desire to strengthen their knowledge in the credit industry. She believed that credit people were professionals and worthy of higher education, status in management, and merit.
NACM has established the Jane Newton Memorial Scholarship Fund to help further the education of our members. We want to thank you for helping us keep Jane’s memory, work ethic and love of education alive.
NACM CS Foundation
A Word From Our Members
Empire Southwest
Kilgore Tec Products
Radius Recycling
Board of Directors
The Foundation’s Board of volunteer Directors are elected annually by its membership. Board members are responsible for raising and distributing funds to support a wide variety of educational and professional development pursuits. To this end, the Foundation has awarded nearly $100,000 in scholarships.
Alaina Worden, CCE
Chair
Carson Oil
Alex McEntee, CCE
Vice Chair and Scholarship Committee Chair
Pendleton Woolen Mills
Jody Johnson, CBF
Secretary
Star Rentals, Inc.
Seth Leeper
Treasurer
BrucePac
Mallory Bell, CBA
Director and Eastside Fundraising Chair
CPM Development Corp
Tricia Crisman, CBF
Director and Westside Fundraising Chair
Steelscape, Inc.
Heather Calahan
Director
Connell Oil, Inc.
Melanie Etzel, CCE
Director
Orepac Building Products
Yolanda Garrett
Director
Rev.com
Kim Jones, CBA
Director
Carson Oil
Jessica Kempton, CBA
Director
PNW Railcars, Inc.
Holly Krein
Director
Stoneway Electric Supply Co.
faq
Scholarships
Are scholarships available for certification classes?
Yes! NACM Commercial Services Foundation and NACM National provide scholarships to help offset the cost of books and tuition fees. You also should check with your employer regarding tuition reimbursement for job-related classes.
Who is eligible to receive a scholarship?
Any employee of a member firm of NACM Commercial Services.
Where do scholarship dollars come from?
The Scholarship Committee plan and host various fundraising events throughout the year to raise money and from generous donations from our members.
How often can I receive a scholarship?
Once per calendar year.
faq
Education & Events
I’m not sure where to start. Where do I get the information, I need?
We offer Certification Roadmap Introduction classes several times a year. This complimentary session will guide you through the process of:
- How to earn a Designation
- Registering with NACM National
- Deciding which classes best suit your needs and schedule
- Earning roadmap and CEU points to earn for certification.
Are scholarships available for certification classes?
Yes! NACM Commercial Services Foundation and NACM National provide scholarships to help offset the cost of books and tuition fees. You also should check with your employer regarding tuition reimbursement for job-related classes.
What are my options for participating in classes?
NACM offers several ways to meet class requirements:
- In-house at NACM Commercial Services
- Annually at Credit Congress
- Through NACM National Credit Learning Center
- Through local colleges and universities
Do I need a college degree to start working towards designation?
No. Work experience will be taken into consideration when determining certification requirements. You will need an updated resume when you are ready to register. If you have completed college classes, request official transcripts to send to NACM National with your registration.
