The CFO Alliance Announces Strategic Partnership with IMA to Bridge Talent Gaps and Enhance Capabilities for CFOs and Their Accounting & Finance Teams

Berwyn, PA USA, September 10, 2024 – The CFO Alliance is proud to announce a strategic
partnership with IMA ® (Institute of Management Accountants) aimed at empowering CFOs and
their organizations to bridge critical talent and capabilities gaps within their accounting and
finance functions. This collaboration is designed to equip finance leaders and their teams with a
comprehensive suite of skills development programs, technology-enabled tools, and resources to
meet both current and future demands.

As the business landscape evolves rapidly, CFOs face increasing pressure to ensure
their accounting and finance teams possess the skills and expertise necessary to drive
organizational success. Through this partnership, CFO Alliance members will gain access to
IMA’s extensive range of resources, including specialized training in management accounting
and financial management, elevate the strategic capabilities of its teams. CFO Alliance
members can now offer their employees IMA corporate membership to access a full suite of
resources or curate a selection of training and certification that meets their teams' specific needs.

“Our partnership with IMA is a significant step towards helping CFOs and their accounting and
finance teams close the skills gap and build the competencies needed to lead their organizations
into the future,” said Nick Araco, CEO and Founder of The CFO Alliance. “By integrating
IMA’s cutting-edge educational programs and technology-enabled tools with the CFO Alliance’s
robust network create an unmatched opportunity for our members to develop the talent
and capabilities required for sustained leadership in the finance function.”

Key benefits for CFO Alliance Members include:

• Comprehensive Skills Development: Access to IMA’s full range of educational resources and certifications, including the CMA ® (Certified Management Accountant) and CSCA ® (Certified in Strategy and Competitive Analysis), designed to enhance the strategic impact of CFOs and their accounting and finance teams.
• Advanced Technology-Enabled Tools: Utilization of IMA’s tools and resources to streamline financial management processes and improve decision-making capabilities.
• Expansive Networking and Collaboration: Opportunities to engage with a wider community of accounting and finance professionals through joint events, webinars, and forums, fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Forward-Looking Insights: Collaborative research initiatives and thought leadership content addressing the most pressing challenges and future opportunities in accounting and finance.

“Today’s CFOs are more than just financial managers; they are data analysts and strategists that
guide their organizations. The networking offered by The CFO Alliance, coupled with IMA’s
skills development and collaborations, will guide all financial professionals to succeed in their
current and future roles,” said Mike DePrisco, President and CEO at IMA.

This partnership underscores The CFO Alliance’s commitment to supporting CFOs 
as key drivers of change and value creation within their organizations. By partnering with IMA,
The CFO Alliance ensures its members have the resources and support to bridge
today’s talent gaps and build the capabilities necessary for future success.
To take advantage of the many ways this partnership can benefit you and your team, please visit
the IMA/CFO Alliance microsite and select CFO Alliance as your referring organization during
check-out, or contact hello@cfoalliance.com.

Take IMA for a Spin
CFO Alliance members can take a free CPE course on using ChatGPT and related AI in accounting, which is worth .5 NASBA CPE credits. To do so follow these steps:

• Visit the IMA corporate website and click “Sign In.”
• If you have accessed IMA products before, use your existing login information; if you are new to IMA, click “Register Now” and create a free login.

• Navigate to the "Accounting in the Age of Generative AI” course in the online Catalog.

• Upon completion, you’ll automatically receive your CPE certificate via email.

• Then, explore more in-depth courses in the Catalog that could be relevant for your team.

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About IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants)

IMA® is one of the largest and most respected associations focused exclusively on advancing
the management accounting profession. Globally, IMA supports the profession through research,
the CMA® (Certified Management Accountant), CSCA® (Certified in Strategy and Competitive
Analysis), and FMAA™ (Financial and Managerial Accounting Associate) certification
programs, continuing education, networking, and advocacy of the highest ethical business
practices. Twice named Professional Body of the Year by The Accountant/International
Accounting Bulletin, IMA has a global network of about 140,000 members in 150 countries and
350 professional and student chapters. Headquartered in Montvale, N.J., USA, IMA provides
localized services through its six global regions: The Americas, China, Europe, Middle
East/North Africa, India, and Asia Pacific. For more information about IMA, please visit
www.imanet.org.