Who We Are
The IMA Nation's Capital Chapter is one of the oldest and most established chapters of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), proudly serving accounting and finance professionals throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the surrounding region since 1932.
Our chapter brings together professionals from public and private industry, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, higher education, and consulting firms to promote lifelong learning, ethical leadership, and professional excellence.
Our Mission
Our mission is to support accounting and finance professionals by providing opportunities for:
- Professional education
- Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
- Leadership development
- Networking
- CMA certification support
- Student engagement
- Community outreach
- Ethical business leadership
Who We Serve
The Nation's Capital Chapter welcomes:
- Management accountants
- Financial professionals
- Controllers
- CFOs
- Auditors
- Financial analysts
- Government accountants
- Federal employees
- Defense contractors
- Nonprofit financial professionals
- Corporate finance leaders
- Accounting educators
- College students
- Emerging professionals
- CMA candidates
What We Offer
Members benefit from:
✓ Professional networking
✓ Continuing education
✓ Expert guest speakers
✓ Career development
✓ CMA resources
✓ Leadership opportunities
✓ Volunteer opportunities
✓ Student mentoring
✓ University partnerships
✓ Employer engagement
Why Join Our Chapter?
The Nation's Capital Chapter provides opportunities to connect with professionals across one of the nation's most dynamic business communities.
Whether you are beginning your career, preparing for the CMA examination, transitioning into leadership, or seeking to expand your professional network, our chapter offers valuable resources and meaningful connections that support long-term career success.
Our Geographic Reach
The chapter proudly serves professionals throughout
- Washington, DC
- Maryland
- Northern Virginia
- Baltimore Metropolitan Area
including members employed in
- Federal Government
- Public Accounting
- Private Industry
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Defense
- Higher Education
- Financial Services
- Manufacturing
- Nonprofit Organizations
Our Commitment
We are committed to
- ethical leadership
- lifelong learning
- innovation
- diversity of thought
- professional excellence
- community engagement
- student success
- supporting the next generation of accounting and finance professionals