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The Cash Management Leadership Institute (CMLI) has transitioned. The community, resources, education and expertise now live at The Institute of Finance & Management (IOFM).

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If you landed here looking for the Cash Management Leadership Institute (CMLI), you’re in the right place. CMLI has transitioned, and IOFM is where you’ll find all the education, community, and professional development you need for financial operations and cash management.

As the leading organization for finance operations professionals, you’ll find more courses, deeper research, broader community, and a Certification pathway that validates your expertise.

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