The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – www.ncmahq.org – has grown as a professional society whose mission is to collaborate towards a globally recognized contract management profession that strengthens its nexus with related acquisition communities. Serving approximately 20,000 members in both the public and private sectors, NCMA propels the growth, advancement, and impact of practitioners through a steadfast commitment to serve through the open exchange of ideas in neutral forums. NCMA offers four certifications that validate your skills and enhance your professional creditability within contract management. You can earn your CCMA, CPCM, CFCM, and CCCM certifications through a valuable combination of education and practical experience. Learn more at www.ncmahq.org/certifications. NCMA is also the parent organization of the Contract Management Institute (CMI). CMI provides valuable resources including collaboration and partnership opportunities for individuals and organizations involved in contract management across government, industry, and academia. The Institute serves as a catalyst for the study of the profession to elevate engagement, standards, and professional development. CMI is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. To learn more about NCMA or CMI, visit our website at www.ncmahq.org.