Welcome to the official website of the St. Louis Chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. (NABA). On behalf of the Executive Board of Directors, I’d like to welcome you to our chapter’s website. The National Association of Black Accountants was founded in 1969 and serves as the premier accounting and finance organization for African Americans. The motto of NABA, “Lifting As We Climb”, is exemplified best in our great mission. The mission of NABA is to address the professional needs of its members by providing avenues for member growth, development, and professional advancement in the accounting, finance and general management professions.
NABA St. Louis has served the St. Louis Metropolitan community for many years. We have progressed as one of the premier organizations in the midwest and are committed to strengthening our professional membership, enriching the skills of our membership through professional development, teaching
our communities about the importance of financial education, providing networking opportunities and mentoring our students to be our future NABA leaders.
Through partnerships with corporate and community sponsors and the dedication of our members, we are able to provide dynamic networking opportunities at our special events, monthly meetings, and exciting social gatherings. Our chapter calendar is designed to provide our stakeholders with an invaluable experience.
It is through the crystallization of the vision of the Executive Board of Directors that our members obtain timely and relevant training that transforms them into informed and connected professionals in the St. Louis area. In addition, active membership in NABA provides our members with a robust support system to provide assistance in reaching personal and professional goals and guidance through a turbulent economic environment.
I would like to personally invite you to get involved and enjoy the benefits of membership. Imagine the experience you can have from attending a meeting or the insight you can gain while volunteering on a committee. Consider this as your invitation to gain leadership development while serving your profession and community. Thank you for time and I look forward to meeting you at our next event!
Sincerely,
Jeanice Baker
President- St. Louis Chapter
jbaker@naba-stl.org
"Reconnecting the Past, Investing in Our Future"
NABA St. Louis meets every 4th Thursday of the month. Please refer to the Professional Meeting section for more information.
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Our mission is to address the professional needs which enable minorities to maximize their career potential in the accounting profession. The goals of NABA include, but are not limited to, the following:
- To promote and develop the professional skills of our members;
- To encourage and assist minority students in entering the accounting profession;
- To ensure long-term financial stability and provide adequate resources to implement chapter, regional and national programs; and
- To represent the interests of current and prospective minority accounting professionals.
In addition, NABA works actively with accounting firms, corporations, colleges and universities in the placement of minority candidates for accounting and finance position.
The St. Louis Metropolitan Chapter of NABA is also committed to making a difference in the community. Some of our local programs include the following:
- Serving as mentors to at-risk students in the St. Louis Public School system.
- Preparing income tax returns for low to moderate-income taxpayers.
- Participating in local high schools’ role model programs.
- Coaching student members on interviewing skills and techniques, resume writing and corporate etiquette.
Established in 1969 by nine African American accountants in New York City, NABA has effectively addressed systematic problems and challenges faced by African-American accounting professionals for more than 35 years.
Since the founding of NABA’s first chapter in 1970, membership has grown to more than 185 professional and student chapters across the country.
NABA’s membership includes diverse individuals and careers, such as: entry and mid-level accountants, auditors and financial professionals, senior level managers and executives, firm partners, entrepreneurs, as well as accounting, finance, and business students.
Approximately 51% of NABA’s members are employed in Corporate America, of whom 40% have advanced degrees and 45% hold professional certifications.
President
Jeanice Baker
Monsanto Company
jbaker@naba-stl.org
Vice President—ExternalAffairs
Brittani Lee
The Boeing Company;
blee@naba-stl.org
Vice President—Internal Affairs
Melvin Bates
Wells Fargo Advisors
Treasurer
Rita Goliday
Riverview School District
rgoliday@naba-stl.org
Corresponding Secretary
Administrative Secretary
Joy Davidson
Boeing Company
Immediate Past President
Steven Harris, CPA
RubinBrown LLP
sharris@naba-stl.orgCommittee Chairs
Social
Trish Bourrage
Professional Membership
Danette DaviesProfessional Development
Rita Goliday
Community Service
Student Affairs
Melven Bates
Wells Fargo Advisors
VITA
Margaret Hines/Rita Goliday
mhines@naba-stl.orgFinancial Empowerment
Rita GolidayParliamentarian
Danielle McPherson
Centenne Corporation