Madison, WI – State Collection Service, Inc., a full-service accounts receivable management solutions provider, announces its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer has been named the 2012 ACA International Member of Year during the the association's 73rd Annual Convention and Expo, held in Hollywood, FL.  This award is presented to the ACA member identified as have done the most for the credit and collection industry during the past 12 months.

Having served ACA International in virtually every volunteer leadership capacity possible, Haag has an unmatched understanding of the history and evolution of the association. That knowledge, his impressive leadership track record and the undeniable respect of his colleagues made him the immediate choice to chair ACA’s Governance Task Force. Under his guidance, the task force developed a thorough, well-researched proposal to modernize ACA’s governance structure. With overwhelming support, the ACA Board and membership alike approved the proposal, bringing about  historical change for ACA International.

"I am honored and humbled to have received this award from an association I have been a part of for so many years.  I must also thank all of the other members of the Governance Task Force, without whom the changes made in the past year would not have been possible.  Without a doubt, we have made great strides within our industry, but must maintain that hard work to ensure our continued successes, " said Haag.  In addition to being named Member of the Year, Haag was also elected to the 2012-13 ACA Board of Directors.

About State Collection Service, Inc.

Since 1949, State Collection Service has provided quality collection service to countless healthcare organizations.  The company's core principles reflect desire to deliver exceptional ethics and integrity through strong customer relationships and collection practices. 

Through experience and innovation, State Collection Service has grown to become a tremendously credible and nationally-recognized receivables management firm offering services from pre-registration to bad debt.  It is upon the basis of ethical behavior and a dedication to integrity that each State Collection Service employee works to uphold the company's vision – Partnerships for a Lifetime.