Take advantage of this credit opportunity for Regular IHA Members in
the U.S.! For one, reasonable annual fee, you can join
an industry-specific network of credit professionals, managed by
Riemer
Reporting Service -- specialists in national credit network
services since 1965.
Credit Group Benefits | Back to top
- Participate in up to six credit group meetings a year, including
educational and networking components. One meeting will always
be held during the International Home & Housewares Show in
Chicago.
- Review critical retail accounts on an in-depth basis and
find out potential credit warning signs.
- Learn specifically how others are resolving account disputes,
including chargeback and deduction issues.
- Submit your credit experience with ease on a monthly basis. What’s
more, you can submit it electronically—Riemer can take your entire
Accounts Receivables listing.
- Request an instant update report on an account any time you need one.
You’re not limited to just six times a year like you would on a “cycle” system.
And find out how many lines of experience and how current the experience
would be before you make your decision.
Get a high return on your company’s
investment. Enjoy increased sales, increased profitability, reduced
risk, and the maximizing of technology. To receive a full packet of information
on this credit service, contact:
Testimonials | Back to top
"The IHA Credit Group has provided me with a new approach
in dealing with my company's vendors relative to collections and
deductions. Consequently, I have been able to reduce our over 60-day
receivable balances by 40%. I have learned through our meetings
which customers traditionally take unauthorized deductions. With
fellow committee members, I find camaraderie in the fact that I
am not alone in dealing with customers who often know how to abuse
the credit and collections system.
The Credit Group meetings have been an educational teaching
tool to utilize with my employees. Once you can reach the right
person who has the proper knowledge and a willingness to work with
you, issues can be quickly resolved. These meetings are an excellent
vehicle for sharing credit and collection ideas as well as contacts
with colleagues. Everyone who has taken part in one of our meetings
has walked away with a deep appreciation for the knowledge obtained
from the information that is shared.
The electronic data sharing program is also a very useful tool.
I have used this system to form credit decisions for new customers
as well as to keep up with payment trends of old customers. By utilizing
the electronic data system, you can find out a company's credit
history in a comprehensive manner. This tool allows accounting departments
access to alternative forms of research that are essential to growing
companies. The more our IHA membership grows, the greater the spectrum
of shared information. Let us not forget that we are all looking
for improvements which will lead us to more precise and effective
credit practices.
The IHA's Credit Group can help you utilize tools which can
help you bring consistency to your credit and collection process.
I look forward to future endeavors, insightful guest speakers, helpful
workshops, and to working with all of you! "
Colleen Hughes, IHA Credit Group President
Credit Manager/Cost Accountant, Arrow Plastic Mfg. Co.
"I am forever grateful to IHA for sponsoring the new IHA
Credit Group! It is wonderful to be able to network with other smaller
companies regarding mutual accounts and to receive up-to-date information
as opposed to running a credit report that dates back three years.
The educational opportunities have been very informative-I've come
out of each one with new insights and valuable tools in the credit
area. Thank you, IHA, for all your support!"
Pam Lancaster, Credit Manager
"The IHA Credit Group is extremely valuable for all Credit Managers and Credit Departments. In a fluctuating economy it's so important to have up to date credit information on all of your customers. The Credit Group is a wonderful interchange to discuss accounts, and share ideas regarding each other's businesses. I've built trusted relationships with other Credit Managers, and they have helped me become better at my own Credit Analysis. Zak Designs values the organization, and the reliability of the people in it. We plan on being members for years to come!"
Amy Higgins, Credit Manager
Zak Designs, Inc.
VP, IHA Credit Group
Elected Officials + Membership Roster | Back to top
Arrow Plastic Mfg. Co. - Colleen Hughes, President of IHA Credit
Group
Conimar Corp.
DKB Household USA Corp.
The Faucet Queens
Handi-Foil Corp. Josie Seeberger, Counselor of IHA Credit Group
HMS Manufacturing Co.
Kane Industries Corp.
Lifetime Brands, Inc.
The Onecare Company
Pandigital
Saeco USA, Inc.
Tablecraft Products Co.
Taylor Precision Products, Inc.
Telebrands Corp.
Whitmor Home Storage & Organization
Wilton Armetale
Zak Designs, Inc., - Amy Higgins, VP of IHA Credit Group
Contact Us for More Information | Back to top
Dean Kurtis
IHA
phone: 847-692-0119
email: dkurtis@housewares.org
Lois Riemer
Riemer Reporting Service
phone: 440-835-2477 Ext.100
email: lois_riemer@riemer.com
