Collaboration will create pathways for students pursuing careers in accounting, finance, and business across Tennessee
Nashville, TN – February xx, 2026 – NABA, Inc. and the Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants (TSCPA) today announced a strategic partnership to support the talent pipeline in accounting, finance, and business across Tennessee. The collaboration will coordinate efforts and pool resources to serve members of both organizations, foster pathways and financial support for students pursuing careers in the profession and related fields and jointly create programs that advance shared values.
By combining NABA’s expertise in developing business leaders from the time they are students through the executive level with TSCPA’s deep roots in Tennessee’s professional community, the organizations aim to build a stronger, more inclusive workforce that reflects the communities they serve.
“When organizations come together around shared purpose, the impact multiplies,” said Guylaine Saint Juste, President and CEO of NABA, Inc. “This partnership with TSCPA is about building pathways that will shape the profession for generations to come. Together, we’re creating opportunities for students across Tennessee to see themselves in accounting, finance, and business leadership, and giving them the resources and support to get there.”
Through this partnership, NABA and TSCPA will:
- Coordinate programs and initiatives to support student pathways into accounting and related fields
- Create mentoring and networking opportunities connecting students with industry leaders
- Develop joint programming to promote professional development and career advancement
As part of this collaboration, TSCPA becomes the first state CPA society to offer joint student membership with NABA, giving students expanded access to professional networks, resources, and career development opportunities at no additional cost.
“TSCPA is committed to connecting and developing CPAs and aspiring CPAs through trusted relationships and resources,” said Kara Fitzgerald, TSCPA president/CEO.
“Partnering with NABA allows us to expand our reach and ensure that students from all backgrounds have access to the opportunities and support they need to thrive in this profession.”
This announcement follows NABA’s recent partnerships with the Indiana CPA Society, which launched the ConnectIN initiative to strengthen Indiana’s workforce, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, which is providing youth with mentorship and financial education across key markets nationwide.
About NABA, Inc.
For over 55 years, NABA, Inc. (formerly the National Association of Black Accountants, Inc.) has served its 30,000+ members, partners, and communities. NABA empowers leaders across all levels of accounting, business, finance, and entrepreneurship, driving meaningful impact at every stage of their professional journey. In partnership with the NABA Foundation, NABA fuels economic growth, bridges opportunity gaps, and cultivates the next generation of visionary leaders. Learn more at www.nabainc.org.