Moon Kim Awarded Lifetime CBI Designation by the International Business Brokers Association
Moon Kim Awarded Lifetime CBI Designation by the International Business Brokers Association
Farmers Branch, TX — January 9, 2026 — Moon Kim, Managing Director at V-AID Group, Inc., has been awarded the Lifetime CBI (Certified Business Intermediary) designation by the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA).
The Lifetime CBI designation is awarded by the IBBA Board upon recommendation of its Credentialing Committee to current CBI holders who have demonstrated long-term commitment to the association and the profession. Eligibility requires a minimum of 15 continuous years of IBBA membership and 12 continuous years holding the CBI designation, reflecting sustained professionalism, experience, and adherence to the highest ethical standards in business brokerage.
“I am honored to receive the Lifetime CBI designation,” said Kim. “This recognition represents years of active involvement with the IBBA, ongoing professional development, and a continued commitment to serving clients with integrity, diligence, and expertise.”
As a Lifetime CBI, Kim remains an IBBA member in good standing and continues to uphold the standards associated with the Certified Business Intermediary credential. Lifetime CBIs are formally recognized by the IBBA and acknowledged at the association’s annual conference.
As Managing Director of V-AID Group, Inc., Kim advises business owners on mergers, acquisitions, and transition planning, bringing 25 years of experience and trusted guidance to clients across a range of industries. The Lifetime CBI designation further affirms Kim’s long-standing contribution to the business brokerage profession.
About the International Business Brokers Association
The IBBA provides business brokers with education, conferences, professional designations and networking opportunities. As an exclusive education opportunity, it offers coursework and seminars required to obtain its prestigious Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) certification.
The IBBA also strives to create professional relationships with successful business transaction advisors to increase the value of the IBBA to its members and to be a leader in the exchange of business referrals. Membership in the IBBA includes these excellent networking opportunities, as well as a complete package of other benefits and services. Formed in 1983, the IBBA has members around the world. For more information about the IBBA, visit the website at www.ibba.org.
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