WELCOME TO NACM HEARTLAND

NACM Heartland is the premiere resource for credit professionals in every industry. As your partner, we work with you to develop the skill set necessary for success as you navigate an ever-changing business climate. Your association membership gives you access to critical ongoing educational opportunities, important products and services, as well as the ability to network with other credit professionals.  All of this is to ensure you and your credit department are ready to meet the financial goals of your company.

To learn more about the educational, service and networking opportunities, we invite you to explore our website.  Or, if you'd prefer, contact our office at 888.222.1447.

 

NACM News of Note

Iowa Supreme Court Rules on Feed Supplier Lien

The following article addresses Iowa's feed lien laws and recent court rulings. It is a good overview of what has happened to date, as well as what the recent Iowa Supreme Court ruling.

The disagreement among the various Iowa and federal courts on the correct interpretation of Iowa’s feed lien law has been settled by the Iowa Supreme Court. In the case of Oyens Feed & Supply, Inc. v. Primebank, a decision of major importance to feed suppliers and lenders as well as livestock producers, the Supreme Court ruled on Dec. 30th that that the feed lien is superior to the secured lender’s security interest even though a certified notice of the feed lien is not sent to the lender. Click here for a copy of the Supreme Court’s decision. To read the rest of the story click here:


Credit Congress Update

Updates to the 2012 Credit Congress, June 10-13, at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center are coming fast and furious!  It is sure to be a fun but valuable experience for all our members.

Just in case you missed it ...

  • Recently, the keynote speakers were announced.  To learn more about Jamie Clark and Garrison Wynn, check out the official Credit Congress website at http://creditcongress.nacm.org/.
     
  • The silent auction committee is looking for items!  Heightening the hum of activity in the Expo Hall on Monday evening, the NACM Scholarship Foundation hosts its annual Silent Auction. Proceeds from the auction go directly to the Foundation to support its goal of providing financial assistance to credit professionals for educational programs so their gained knowledge can strengthen the profession and business community.  Through the generous donations and purchasing support of conference attendees, the auction has been a successful event, both from financial and networking perspectives for many years. To continue this positive momentum, the Foundation encourages item donations. Each donation is a unique and interesting addition to this event. If you aren’t able to donate, be sure to join us during the Beer & Browse in the Expo Hall to bid on the fabulous assortment of items available.
     
  • Early bird registration deadline is March 2!  Register now and save money.