January 2006             

  

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Wisconsin Credit Association

for information : www.wcacredit.org

Dianna Rowinski 262.827.2880 X225    Fax: 262.827.2899

 

JANUARY:  OSHKOSH on 1/12, MILWAUKEE on 1/13, and MADISON on 1/17  “Lunch & Learn”

PREFERENCE CLAIMS-PREPARING FOR AND ANSWERING TO THE ACTION

More and more, creditors are faced with having to defend themselves against a Preference Claim.  Not only do they risk losing a good portion of their uncollected receivable in the Bankruptcy, but may potentially have to return payments to the Creditor’s Committee.  Learn how to prepare in advance and to answer to the Action when your customer files Bankruptcy!  Announcement will be sent within a week!

 

FEBRUARY:  WAUKESHA on 2/9 and APPLETON on 2/21 A Half-Day, Hands-On AM Workshop

CONSTRUCTION LIEN, BOND CLAIMS:  MAKE THEM PAY!

Step-by-step guidance in the preparation of the forms necessary to use and benefit from construction lien and bond claims, don’t miss this chance to learn techniques that boost your AR collections by using lien claims to their fullest tactical advantage!  Those with prior experience filing lien and bond claims will want to learn about changes being considered by the State Bar of WI and to reinforce your knowledge about the claims process.  Announcement will be mailed within a week.

 

MARCHOFFERED IN MADISON & MILWAUKEE AREA  “Lunch & Learn”

BANKRUPTCY REFORM UPDATE

The 2005 Bankruptcy Reform Act includes changes important for credit professionals to understand.  This session will focus on how the laws will assist you recover the cost of goods shipped to a debtor just prior to the bankruptcy filing (Reclamation) and what changes were made that will have an impact on the defense of Preference in a bankruptcy.

 

APRIL:  MILWAUKEE on 4/10 & OSHKOSH on 4/11  “Lunch & Learn”

BUSINESS CREDIT INSURANCE: A MEANS OF PROTECTING YOUR RECEIVABLES

Is it right for us?  What are the benefits, what will it cost, what sources are available…and more of these questions will be answered during this session.

 

MAY

OSHKOSH on 5/16 and MILWAUKEE on 5/17

ADVANCED COLLECTIONS & NEGOTATION SKILLS - A Full-Day Workshop & Learning Experience With BARRY ELMS

Learn how to get paid by customers with cash flow problems, or worse, no money, by using high ball maneuvers, splitting down the deal, linking the deal and other effective negotiating tactics!

 

OFFERED IN 3 LOCATIONS:  “Lunch & Learn”

ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER

Learn how easy it is to utilize this payment process and how you can capitalize on the multitude of benefits!

 

JUNESUSSEX on 6/8/06

GRIEF RELIEF GOLF OUTING & ASSOCIATION ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING

The XIX Annual Golf Tournament will be combined with Awards to Golfers & Association Annual Meeting & Election of Officers.

 

JULY & AUGUSTSUMMER VACATION-NO MEETINGS

 

SEPTEMBER:

2006 STATE CREDIT CONFERENCE

Date and Location in the SE Wisconsin Area will be announced shortly.  As always, plan for two-days of education and networking!

 

OCTOBEROFFERED IN MADISON & MILWAUKEE AREA  “Lunch & Learn”

“IS THE PERSONAL GUARANTY I HAVE WORTH ANYTHING?”

 

NOVEMBEROFFERED IN NORTHEAST WI & MILWAUKEE AREA  “Lunch & Learn”

PREPARING BUDGETS: PLANNING AHEAD & DOING IT RIGHT

Learn and share techniques that will assist you in 2007.  Experienced managers will pick up some new tips, while staff will also learn to become involved in the process effectively.

 

DECEMBER:  HOLIDAY VACATION-NO MEETINGS

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