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Broker Academy
Practical training in underwriting, bank statements, structuring, submissions, renewals, sales and compliance.
The North American commercial finance network
Better brokers. Stronger connections.
NABA brings qualified commercial finance brokers and responsible lenders into one professional network built around education, visibility, trusted relationships and sustainable growth across the U.S. and Canada.
2 countriesOne professional network
Broker growthEducation + credibility
Lender accessQualified relationships
NABA VERIFIED● Active
Broker trust score
92/100
Certification
Annual compliance review
VerifiedAnnual compliance review
Member standing
Code of conduct
ExcellentCode of conduct
Funder network
Approved partner access
28Approved partner access
CONNECTION◆CERTIFICATION◆ADVOCACY◆ACCESS◆EDUCATION
A stronger operating platform
Membership should create measurable opportunity.
Every benefit is designed to strengthen broker credibility, improve execution, open lender relationships and support responsible industry growth.
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Lender Partner Network
Approved lenders gain structured access to qualified brokers through introductions, events, education and product showcases.
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Market Access
Members discover new products, build direct relationships and connect with decision-makers across the capital ecosystem.
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Business Resources
Preferred access to CRM, data, dialers, insurance, bank analysis, credit tools and compliance services.
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Constructive Advocacy
Practical education, research and respectful dialogue that helps policymakers understand responsible commercial finance.
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Trust & Standards
A public credential, enforceable code of conduct and continuing education that merchants can recognize.
The credential
A clear path from new broker to proven professional.
The NABA certification program creates a rigorous, repeatable onboarding standard—without requiring brokers to surrender their independence.
Apply
Identity, business and background verification.
Learn
Self-paced core curriculum and live workshops.
Pass
Knowledge exam and ethical-practice assessment.
Verify
Annual compliance attestation and code agreement.
Advance
Continuing education and senior designation.
Membership
Two ways to join the network.
Membership is designed for serious commercial finance professionals committed to education, transparency and long-term industry relationships.
Associate
$5,000 USD / year
For active brokers and brokerages seeking professional development, visibility and lender access.
- Core Broker Academy access
- Member directory profile
- Lender partner introductions
- Industry templates and resources
- Monthly education and product sessions
- Preferred vendor benefits
LIMITED FOUNDING COHORT
Founding Member
$10,000 USD / year
For established industry leaders who want greater visibility and a role in shaping NABA's launch.
- Everything in Associate
- Permanent Founding Member recognition
- Featured brokerage profile
- Priority lender introductions
- Quarterly leadership roundtables
- Early input on education and standards
- Founding event access
Balanced by design
Built around a connected industry.
NABA is a for-profit membership and education company bringing brokerages, lenders and independent experts together. Its structure keeps broker development central while ensuring lenders have a meaningful voice and a clear path to engage members.
Brokerage leaders60%
Independent legal, compliance & industry experts20%
Lender advisory representation20%
A scalable company
A diversified revenue engine.
Recurring memberships provide the base. Lender partnerships, education, events and sponsorships support growth while member information remains protected and introductions stay permission-based.
Associate memberships
Founding memberships
Lender partnerships
Sponsorships
Conferences & events
Vendor partnerships
Enterprise training
Research products
Questions
Clear rules. No hidden agenda.
NABA is designed for commercial finance brokers and brokerages in the United States and Canada that meet its business-verification and professional-standards requirements.
Approved lender partners can present products, participate in education and networking events, receive permission-based introductions and build direct relationships with relevant members.
NABA provides research, educational resources and practical industry perspectives to regulators and policymakers. The goal is informed dialogue and responsible standards—not confrontation or control over members' commercial decisions.
No. NABA operates the professional network, education and member programs. Individual brokerages and lenders remain responsible for their own commercial relationships and transactions.
The launch focus is merchant cash advance and revenue-based finance, followed by business lines of credit, term loans, factoring, asset-based lending and equipment finance.
Join the network
Build the relationships that move commercial finance forward.
Apply as a broker member or lender partner. Every application is reviewed to protect the quality and relevance of the network.