Roger Knauf Resigns as DBA International Executive Director

McLEAN, VA — DBA International announced today that Roger Knauf will step down as the Executive Director to pursue other interests.  DBA said Knauf will stay on for at least 90 days while the DBA Board of Directors conducts a search for his successor.

“On behalf of DBA International, I want to thank Roger for his service to the debt purchasing industry, both as our Executive Director and as a longtime member of the association,” said Stuart Blatt, Chairman of DBA International. “We look forward to Roger’s continued involvement with our industry.”

Knauf has agreed to stay on until his successor is found. “I will continue to do the best job possible and assist any way I can to ensure a smooth transition. I love this association and its members and will do whatever it takes to help it succeed in the future,” Knauf said.

Citing the reason for his departure, Knauf said,  “Serving as a Board Member, President and Executive Director of DBA over the past 13 years was a great run. I just felt it was time for a change.”

He complimented his staff, DBA Board Members and outside vendors for their support over the years.

“In addition to having an outstanding staff, I have also been fortunate to work with strong Board Members and outside vendors who give so generously of their time and talents,” he said. “Ryan Wall, DBA Associate Executive Director, has been my rock, and the legislative and regulatory guidance provided by Bob Belair and Barbara Sinsley is as good as it gets. Those pieces will remain and should leave no doubt that DBA is left in good hands.”

About DBA International
DBA International is the trade association and voice for the debt buying industry.  DBA sets ethical and business conduct standards for the industry.  Debt buyers are financial institutions that purchase uncollected accounts from originating lenders for less than the face value of the debt.  Debt buyers are therefore able to settle debts with consumers at deep discounts. This allows a consumer to improve their credit record and, by doing so, to increase their access to, and reduce their cost of credit. http://dbainternational.org/