Debt Collection Advisory Committee

On April 29, 2021, the Department announced the creation of its inaugural debt collection advisory committee, a seven-member board that will provide critical feedback to the Department as it stands up its debt collection licensing program. The diverse group includes a consumer advocate and representatives from the debt collection, debt-buying, third-party collection, and collection law industries. The committee will advise the Commissioner on matters related to the debt collection business, including proposed fee schedules and other requirements.

Upcoming Meeting Information

There are no upcoming meetings scheduled.

Past Meetings

• June 05, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Debt Collection Advisory Committee Meeting
  • Recorded meeting (Zoom video)
• February 26, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. – Debt Collection Advisory Committee Meeting
  • Recorded meeting (Zoom video)

Committee Members

The committee members were appointed by Commissioner KC Mohseni for a two-year term according to Financial Code Section 100025 as of 5/1/2025.

As can be seen by the list below, this diverse group includes representatives from the debt collection, debt-buying, third-party collection, and collection law industries:

• David Reid – Receivables Management Association International (RMAI)
• Humberto Matz – Creditors Adjustment Bureau, Inc.
• Kali Miller – Oportun, Inc.
• Katie Neill – TrueAccord Corp.
• Miguel Soto – East Bay Community Law Center
• Parisa Esmaili – Community Financial Resources (CFR)
• Robert Tavelli – Tavelli Co., Inc.

Additional Resource Links

• Debt Collectors webpage
• DFPI Application Process for Debt Collection Advisory Committee
• DFPI Announces Members of New Debt Collection Advisory Committee (press release)