While working with the counselors at MMI, Lauren paid off $25,000 of debt and increased her credit score by 113 points. Lauren describes the counselors at MMI as her guiding light; she worked hard while they cheered her on.

Marlon Ibarra started using credit cards as a young college student with a newborn on the way. His relationship with credit has been tenuous, opening new lines of credit to accommodate his growing family. Working with the debt relief counselors at Money Management International, he paid off $98,000 in just over four years, increasing his credit score 217 points along the way, and learned valuable lessons about understanding needs versus wants.

Tara Alderete is Director of Director of Enterprise Learning at MMI, the largest provider of nonprofit financial counseling and education in the United States. She is available to speak on multiple topics, including professional communication, curriculum development, eLearning, and personal finance.

Amy Lins is Vice President of Customer Success at MMI, the largest provider of nonprofit financial counseling and education in the United States. She is available to speak on multiple topics, including eLearning, managing a remote workforce, instructional design, and leadership development.

Naomi Peden is a counselor at Money Management International (MMI) who helps consumers navigate financial crises and chart practical paths toward stable housing and long-term financial health.

Emanuel Rivero is Vice President of Operations at MMI. He oversees MMI operational activities, including counseling delivery, support services, and new program implementation

Jerry Nemorin is the Founder and former CEO of LendStreet Financial, a company that helps its consumers rebuild their financial lives.

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