NACM Connect and the Commercial Law League of America are happy to announce the agenda for the 2025 Legal Symposium. The program will be 100% virtual this year and the sessions will be recorded, so if you can’t attend live, you can still access the presentations from our esteemed speakers.

The Topics:

March 6, 10:00 a.m.
Primer for Credit Managers:  What Every Credit Manager Needs to Know About Managing a Distressed Credit Prior to and During a Bankruptcy Proceeding
Salene Kraemer, Esq., MBA, CTPD
Delve into the intricate dynamics of managing credit risk when a customer faces financial distress. We will explore proactive measures that can be implemented prior to a bankruptcy filing, as well as best practices for maintaining relationships and minimizing losses during the bankruptcy process. In this session we will cover:
• Bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy options for distressed businesses.
• Basics of a chapter 11 proceeding from both the creditor and debtor perspective.   
• How to protect a claim prior to a bankruptcy  
• How to protect a claim during a bankruptcy  
• Issues that can arise during a case 
• Discuss collection strategies 

March 13, 10:00 a.m.
Fraud is Everywhere: From Credit Application to Payment
Wanda Borges, Esq.
Fraud impacts the commercial trade credit industry, from the initial credit application to payment.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, this program has been prepared to equip the credit professional with the knowledge to detect, prevent, and address fraud in the commercial trade credit industry.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, the presentation will include the following points:
• Types of Fraud
• Key Indicators of Detect Fraud
• Red Flags in Credit Applications and other documentation
• Best Practices for Fraud Prevention
• Some Case Studies will be Presented

March 20, 10:00 a.m.
Unclear Contract Terms
Tim Wan
It’s time for everyone’s favorite game show: Unclear Contract Terms! So many cases are litigated and so many disputes happen, not because of someone’s failure to perform, but because the parties never had a meeting of the minds. We will discuss various terms that are used in business and have been used in business transactions, which are debatable, arguable vague and unclear, and we will cover what more precise language can be used. Think about terms like “ASAP” or “Bi-Monthly”.

March 27, 10:00 a.m.
Navigating Lien Rights In Bankruptcy
Bruce S. Nathan, Andrew Behlmann, and Michael Papandrea, Lowenstein Sandler LLP’s Bankruptcy and Restructuring Group
Most states have enacted laws creating materialmen’s and mechanics’ liens in favor of suppliers of goods and services for construction projects.  This program focuses on a creditor’s ability to obtain, preserve, and enforce its lien rights where a customer in the construction supply chain files for bankruptcy.  The speakers will discuss:
• Differences among state laws governing the creation, perfection, maintenance, and enforcement of lien rights;
• The impact of a bankruptcy filing, including the automatic stay, on lien rights and related remedies;  
• Strategies to protect lien rights, including how inaction risks loss of lien rights in connection with chapter 11 DIP financing, a bankruptcy sale, and a chapter 11 plan. 
• Special defenses that a lien creditor can assert when confronted with a preference claim.

Pricing:

Attend live webcast:
$179 $150 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$358 $300 Non-Members

Access to recordings only:
$149 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$298 Non-Members

Sessions will be presented on Zoom. All times are Central Time.

Questions?
Contact Lillian Novak at lillian.novak@nacmconnect.org or call 847.483.6478.

Registration is Closed.

Topic:
– What are KPIs?
– Are KPIs and metrics the same thing?
– What are the most common KPIs?
– Collection Process, Software, Strategies
– Managing different work styles and identifying employee’s strengths and
weaknesses.

Moderator: Lacie Porter/National Nail Corp.

Location:
National Nail Corp.
2964 Clydon Avenue SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49509

Date:
Wednesday, March 12, 2025/9:00 a.m – 10:30 a.m E.T.

For More Information:
Please contact Kelly Hall at kelly.hall@nacmconnect.org or 317.225.4281.

Registration is Closed.

Roundtable discussions are a great opportunity to review, discuss, question, and learn best practices with credit professionals of countless experience and backgrounds, across various industries and company sizes.

Discussion Topics:
Are KPIs and Metrics the same thing?
What are the most common KPIs?
Mental Health in the Workplace-What are companies doing for their employees?
Cash Forecasting Tools/Strategies

Moderator:
Terri Eggebeen, Fechheimer Brothers Co.

COST:

$30 members | $60 non-members
One coupon per person is valid. Lunch included. Attendance at this roundtable discussion is worth .2 Continuing Education Units/CCE Recertification points.

All payments must be received one week prior to the meeting date.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing via fax, email, or mail no later than one week prior to the meeting date to qualify for a full refund. Cancellations received later than one week prior to the meeting date DO NOT qualify for a refund of registration fees. Sorry, phone cancellations cannot be honored. If you have any questions, please email info@nacmconnect.org.

NACM Connect and the Commercial Law League of America are happy to announce the agenda for the 2025 Legal Symposium. The program will be 100% virtual this year and the sessions will be recorded, so if you can’t attend live, you can still access the presentations from our esteemed speakers.

The Topics:

March 6, 10:00 a.m.
Primer for Credit Managers:  What Every Credit Manager Needs to Know About Managing a Distressed Credit Prior to and During a Bankruptcy Proceeding
Salene Kraemer, Esq., MBA, CTPD
Delve into the intricate dynamics of managing credit risk when a customer faces financial distress. We will explore proactive measures that can be implemented prior to a bankruptcy filing, as well as best practices for maintaining relationships and minimizing losses during the bankruptcy process. In this session we will cover:
• Bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy options for distressed businesses.
• Basics of a chapter 11 proceeding from both the creditor and debtor perspective.   
• How to protect a claim prior to a bankruptcy  
• How to protect a claim during a bankruptcy  
• Issues that can arise during a case 
• Discuss collection strategies 

March 13, 10:00 a.m.
Fraud is Everywhere: From Credit Application to Payment
Wanda Borges, Esq.
Fraud impacts the commercial trade credit industry, from the initial credit application to payment.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, this program has been prepared to equip the credit professional with the knowledge to detect, prevent, and address fraud in the commercial trade credit industry.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, the presentation will include the following points:
• Types of Fraud
• Key Indicators of Detect Fraud
• Red Flags in Credit Applications and other documentation
• Best Practices for Fraud Prevention
• Some Case Studies will be Presented

March 20, 10:00 a.m.
Unclear Contract Terms
Tim Wan
It’s time for everyone’s favorite game show: Unclear Contract Terms! So many cases are litigated and so many disputes happen, not because of someone’s failure to perform, but because the parties never had a meeting of the minds. We will discuss various terms that are used in business and have been used in business transactions, which are debatable, arguable vague and unclear, and we will cover what more precise language can be used. Think about terms like “ASAP” or “Bi-Monthly”.

March 27, 10:00 a.m.
Navigating Lien Rights In Bankruptcy
Bruce S. Nathan, Andrew Behlmann, and Michael Papandrea, Lowenstein Sandler LLP’s Bankruptcy and Restructuring Group
Most states have enacted laws creating materialmen’s and mechanics’ liens in favor of suppliers of goods and services for construction projects.  This program focuses on a creditor’s ability to obtain, preserve, and enforce its lien rights where a customer in the construction supply chain files for bankruptcy.  The speakers will discuss:
• Differences among state laws governing the creation, perfection, maintenance, and enforcement of lien rights;
• The impact of a bankruptcy filing, including the automatic stay, on lien rights and related remedies;  
• Strategies to protect lien rights, including how inaction risks loss of lien rights in connection with chapter 11 DIP financing, a bankruptcy sale, and a chapter 11 plan. 
• Special defenses that a lien creditor can assert when confronted with a preference claim.

Pricing:

Attend live webcast:
$179 $150 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$358 $300 Non-Members

Access to recordings only:
$149 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$298 Non-Members

Sessions will be presented on Zoom. All times are Central Time.

Questions?
Contact Lillian Novak at lillian.novak@nacmconnect.org or call 847.483.6478.

NACM Connect and the Commercial Law League of America are happy to announce the agenda for the 2025 Legal Symposium. The program will be 100% virtual this year and the sessions will be recorded, so if you can’t attend live, you can still access the presentations from our esteemed speakers.

The Topics:

March 6, 10:00 a.m.
Primer for Credit Managers:  What Every Credit Manager Needs to Know About Managing a Distressed Credit Prior to and During a Bankruptcy Proceeding
Salene Kraemer, Esq., MBA, CTPD
Delve into the intricate dynamics of managing credit risk when a customer faces financial distress. We will explore proactive measures that can be implemented prior to a bankruptcy filing, as well as best practices for maintaining relationships and minimizing losses during the bankruptcy process. In this session we will cover:
• Bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy options for distressed businesses.
• Basics of a chapter 11 proceeding from both the creditor and debtor perspective.   
• How to protect a claim prior to a bankruptcy  
• How to protect a claim during a bankruptcy  
• Issues that can arise during a case 
• Discuss collection strategies 

March 13, 10:00 a.m.
Fraud is Everywhere: From Credit Application to Payment
Wanda Borges, Esq.
Fraud impacts the commercial trade credit industry, from the initial credit application to payment.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, this program has been prepared to equip the credit professional with the knowledge to detect, prevent, and address fraud in the commercial trade credit industry.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, the presentation will include the following points:
• Types of Fraud
• Key Indicators of Detect Fraud
• Red Flags in Credit Applications and other documentation
• Best Practices for Fraud Prevention
• Some Case Studies will be Presented

March 20, 10:00 a.m.
Unclear Contract Terms
Tim Wan
It’s time for everyone’s favorite game show: Unclear Contract Terms! So many cases are litigated and so many disputes happen, not because of someone’s failure to perform, but because the parties never had a meeting of the minds. We will discuss various terms that are used in business and have been used in business transactions, which are debatable, arguable vague and unclear, and we will cover what more precise language can be used. Think about terms like “ASAP” or “Bi-Monthly”.

March 27, 10:00 a.m.
Navigating Lien Rights In Bankruptcy
Bruce S. Nathan, Andrew Behlmann, and Michael Papandrea, Lowenstein Sandler LLP’s Bankruptcy and Restructuring Group
Most states have enacted laws creating materialmen’s and mechanics’ liens in favor of suppliers of goods and services for construction projects.  This program focuses on a creditor’s ability to obtain, preserve, and enforce its lien rights where a customer in the construction supply chain files for bankruptcy.  The speakers will discuss:
• Differences among state laws governing the creation, perfection, maintenance, and enforcement of lien rights;
• The impact of a bankruptcy filing, including the automatic stay, on lien rights and related remedies;  
• Strategies to protect lien rights, including how inaction risks loss of lien rights in connection with chapter 11 DIP financing, a bankruptcy sale, and a chapter 11 plan. 
• Special defenses that a lien creditor can assert when confronted with a preference claim.

Pricing:

Attend live webcast:
$179 $150 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$358 $300 Non-Members

Access to recordings only:
$149 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$298 Non-Members

Sessions will be presented on Zoom. All times are Central Time.

Questions?
Contact Lillian Novak at lillian.novak@nacmconnect.org or call 847.483.6478.

Supplier portals are essential to modern finance operations, but they often result in delays, rejected invoices, and manual workload. This webinar offers practical, actionable strategies for credit teams seeking to take back control to drive better results.
Led by Maya Cohen, Co-Founder & CEO of Monto, this session will cover: How to overcome common portal challenges, such as PO inefficiencies and invoice rejections, Steps to reduce manual tasks and optimize workflows across multiple portals, How Monto’s smart connections transform supplier portal management on autopilot, and
Success stories from companies like Miro and Shutterstock demonstrate measurable cash flow and operational efficiency improvements.
Presenter:
Maya Cohen
Co-Founder and CEO
Monto

Cost:
Free to Attend

We understand that information in today’s credit world is vital. Participating in a Best Practices Discussion Group will provide you with credit-specific education, contacts in the local credit community, and the opportunity to share ideas with fellow colleagues.

Meeting Date:
Wednesday March 26, 2025
11:45 a.m. -2 p.m. CT

Next Meeting Topic:
Creating or Revising Your Credit Policy
Multi-Tasking… When You Need to Do Everything for Everybody at One Time.

About the Best Practices Discussion Group
Unlike traditional credit groups, the NACM Connect Eastern Wisconsin Best Practices Discussion Group is not industry specific. Your entire company may attend each meeting including your associates, members of the credit department, and even the CEO of your organization. Any NACM Connect member company is welcome to join the group. Each meeting will discuss best practices and no specific customers will be mentioned.

About the Group Meetings
Four times each year, the Best Practices Discussion Group will hold a roundtable discussion. Local meetings will be held in the Sheboygan/Kohler/Plymouth Manitowoc/Port Washington/Fond du Lac area. We will focus on various credit-related topics relevant to today’s business professional. NACM personnel, a member company or guest speaker will facilitate a lunch meeting.

Objectives of the Best Practices Discussion Group
– Determine necessary improvements for your credit and/or accounting departments and organization.
– Analyze how other organizations achieve high-performance levels.
– Use gathered information to enhance your company’s performance.

Location:
Plymouth Public Library (Community Room)
130 Division Street

Plymouth, WI 53073
Lunch will be delivered.
(Pre-order… menus sent to attendees one week prior to meeting)

Discussion Moderator:
Frank Schetski
NACM Connect

For More Information or to Register:
Please contact Frank Schetski at frank.shetski@nacmconnect.org or 414-232-4565.

NACM Connect and the Commercial Law League of America are happy to announce the agenda for the 2025 Legal Symposium. The program will be 100% virtual this year and the sessions will be recorded, so if you can’t attend live, you can still access the presentations from our esteemed speakers.

The Topics:

March 6, 10:00 a.m.
Primer for Credit Managers:  What Every Credit Manager Needs to Know About Managing a Distressed Credit Prior to and During a Bankruptcy Proceeding
Salene Kraemer, Esq., MBA, CTPD
Delve into the intricate dynamics of managing credit risk when a customer faces financial distress. We will explore proactive measures that can be implemented prior to a bankruptcy filing, as well as best practices for maintaining relationships and minimizing losses during the bankruptcy process. In this session we will cover:
• Bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy options for distressed businesses.
• Basics of a chapter 11 proceeding from both the creditor and debtor perspective.   
• How to protect a claim prior to a bankruptcy  
• How to protect a claim during a bankruptcy  
• Issues that can arise during a case 
• Discuss collection strategies 

March 13, 10:00 a.m.
Fraud is Everywhere: From Credit Application to Payment
Wanda Borges, Esq.
Fraud impacts the commercial trade credit industry, from the initial credit application to payment.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, this program has been prepared to equip the credit professional with the knowledge to detect, prevent, and address fraud in the commercial trade credit industry.  Beginning with the legal definition of fraud, the presentation will include the following points:
• Types of Fraud
• Key Indicators of Detect Fraud
• Red Flags in Credit Applications and other documentation
• Best Practices for Fraud Prevention
• Some Case Studies will be Presented

March 20, 10:00 a.m.
Unclear Contract Terms
Tim Wan
It’s time for everyone’s favorite game show: Unclear Contract Terms! So many cases are litigated and so many disputes happen, not because of someone’s failure to perform, but because the parties never had a meeting of the minds. We will discuss various terms that are used in business and have been used in business transactions, which are debatable, arguable vague and unclear, and we will cover what more precise language can be used. Think about terms like “ASAP” or “Bi-Monthly”.

March 27, 10:00 a.m.
Navigating Lien Rights In Bankruptcy
Bruce S. Nathan, Andrew Behlmann, and Michael Papandrea, Lowenstein Sandler LLP’s Bankruptcy and Restructuring Group
Most states have enacted laws creating materialmen’s and mechanics’ liens in favor of suppliers of goods and services for construction projects.  This program focuses on a creditor’s ability to obtain, preserve, and enforce its lien rights where a customer in the construction supply chain files for bankruptcy.  The speakers will discuss:
• Differences among state laws governing the creation, perfection, maintenance, and enforcement of lien rights;
• The impact of a bankruptcy filing, including the automatic stay, on lien rights and related remedies;  
• Strategies to protect lien rights, including how inaction risks loss of lien rights in connection with chapter 11 DIP financing, a bankruptcy sale, and a chapter 11 plan. 
• Special defenses that a lien creditor can assert when confronted with a preference claim.

Pricing:

Attend live webcast:
$179 $150 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$358 $300 Non-Members

Access to recordings only:
$149 Members
One coupon per person is valid.
$298 Non-Members

Sessions will be presented on Zoom. All times are Central Time.

Questions?
Contact Lillian Novak at lillian.novak@nacmconnect.org or call 847.483.6478.