Exclusive partner
In 2007, NABA launched the CPA Bound program to address barriers Black professionals and students face in obtaining their Certified Public Accountants (CPA) license. Phase two of the program launched in 2020, with the goal of creating and equipping a community of CPA candidates with the tools and resources needed for licensure achievement.
As a community, NABA’s intent is to support in relieving some of the stresses NABA members experience in their journey toward CPA attainment. NABA strives to promote unity through an encouraging environment and uplifting engagement that breaks through the barriers of isolation, during and after the CPA achievement process, thereby, “lifting as we climb.”
- Silent, virtual group self-study sessions for accountability
- Discounted study materials from premiere CPA exam review partners
- Social Care Network services (individualized social support services)
- Multiple section group study sessions with study materials
- Guidance, mentorship, and best practices from CPA Bound alumni and existing CPA’s
- Resources for exam requirements, materials, blogs, etc.
- CPE sessions and tracking for current CPAs
Apply to our CPA Bound 2.0 Program
by October 27, 2023
The program charts the course for future CPAs based on the following “CPAs for Success”:
- Connect: Create a community of candidates seeking to address the pain points of studying for the CPA exam through group communication.
- Prepare: Prepare CPA candidates by providing access to CPA requirement information, study materials and scholarship opportunities.
- Award: Celebrate new CPAs with recognition awards and incentive opportunities.
- Support: Support the successful transition of newly licensed CPAs into the workforce or better position those currently employed to traverse the career trajectory.
Program components include:
Community chats and discussion boards connecting candidates across the country preparing for exams
Bi-monthly webinars featuring:
CPA exam review session facilitated by our lead partner, Becker
CPA study coaches
Inspirational speakers
Silent, virtual group self-study sessions for accountability
Discounted study materials from premiere CPA exam review partners
Social care network services (individualized social support services)
Multiple section group study sessions with study materials
Guidance, mentorship and best practices from CPA Bound alumni and existing CPAs
Resources for exam requirements, materials, blogs, etc.
Diverse Organization of Firms (DOF) consists of a national network of over 300 Black CPA and financial services firm owners.
It has partnered with NABA in order to give more Black entrepreneurs access to professional services from Black business leaders with expertise in accounting, business, finance, risk management, technology, cybersecurity, human capital and other advisory services.
Financial Executives International (FEI) is the association of choice for CFOs, CAOs, and other finance leaders - and proudly supports NABA in its mission through a strategic partnership granting access to premium FEI members-only resources.
NABA members get a free subscription to FEI Engage, the only community and content hub for career development focused strictly on finance and accounting. Resources include:
- Mentor Match — 1:1 mentorship for students and professionals
- How I Got Here — Live webinars and podcasts where successful professionals share their journeys and insight
- FEIconnect — A social network just for FEI members
- Data Dashboard — Access timely, industry-focused research to help your career excel
The Women of NABA Network (WONN) is a professional and personal development program focused on our women members.
WONN events and professional development sessions strive to equip women with the tools needed to reach their ultimate goals while navigating the challenges of being professional women in today’s world.
Each year at the NABA National Convention, we host a series of invitation-only, exclusive events for the women participating in the WONN Management Session and WONN Executive sessions, on-site at the convention. This event is developed in partnership with our corporate partners: Bank of America, State Street, and Wells Fargo. In addition to sessions and programming included in the Annual Convention, WONN events are hosted by select NABA Chapters around the country. To see if there is an upcoming WONN event in your area, check the National Events Calendar for the chapter nearest you.
