Human Capital

Resources on a range of human resource matters, from organizational leadership, to training and development, to the next generation.

Calling all human capital professionals!

We're looking for volunteers like you to join the ELFA Human Capital Committee! This is a unique opportunity to focus on the specific issues and challenges facing human capital professionals in the equipment finance industry. The committee will plan a best practices roundtable (2024) and identify additional opportunities to share information and best practices. If you’re in workforce planning, talent management, compensation, training, benefits, recruitment or retention, this is your opportunity to network, learn and make a difference! Contact Alexa Carnibella at acarnibella@elfaonline.org.

ELFA members enjoy special access to and discounts on many of the following resources. Learn more.

What's New

Read key findings from two new ELFA compensation studies

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EL&F Articles

The Positive Power of Equipment Finance

ELFA members and their employees are finding meaningful and impact-driven ways to make a difference, while inspiring others to do the same.
New Faces, New Voices

ELFA’s newest members are an exciting group

Additional Articles

Research

2023 Survey of Equipment Finance Activity (Only)

Copy of main report (excludes small ticket section)
2023 Small Ticket Survey of Equipment Finance Activity

Small Ticket SEFA only

Additional Research

Also See:

ELFA Career Center

Helps equipment finance companies locate the best-qualified candidates, while also offering job seekers a venue to find relevant job listings and share their resumes with employers.

Monthly Leasing and Finance Index
Includes data on trends in headcount at equipment finance companies.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Toolkit
This toolkit from the ELFA Equality Steering Committee is designed to support member companies in their journey toward fostering a diverse and inclusive culture within their organizations.

Career Pathways is a comprehensive list of training, events, resources, and volunteer opportunities designed to guide ELFA members as they progress through each phase of their careers.

Foundation donors receive benefits, including early access to many of the following resources. Learn more.

Relevant Resources

Campus to Career College Presentation
Increase awareness of equipment finance and attract new talent to the industry.

Internship Center
A platform for students and organizations to find each other and make connections.

Scholarship Program
Scholarships are offered for students interested in pursuing a career in equipment finance.

Research

2022 Industry Future Council: Adapting to Changing Workers and Workplaces

The Industry Future Council report explores future trends, challenges and opportunities that could impact the equipment finance industry in the years to come.
2021 Industry Future Council: Looking Ahead to the Post-Pandemic Economy

The Industry Future Council report explores future trends, challenges and opportunities that could impact the equipment finance industry in the years to come.

Research

Future Supply Chain Impacts on the US Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry

This report provides forecasts for when, how, and what equipment supply chain issues effect the industry as well as insight into the timing and likely locations of reshoring/onshoring of manufacturing in the US.

Additional Research

Articles

Journal of Equipment Lease Financing - Winter 2022

This issue of the Journal features articles on ESG stategies and Debt Payment Prioritization.
Journal of Equipment Lease Financing - Winter 2019

This issue of the Journal features articles on Customer EaaS Solutions and Independents

Additional Articles

Webinar Recordings

Please note: The date listed for each webinar is the original broadcast date.

Building Inclusive Workplaces: You’ve successfully recruited a diverse workforce, now what?

August 30, 2023

Virtual Event

Equipment Finance & DEI: What it Means for You and Recruitment

May 03, 2023

Virtual Event

Web Seminar: The Future of Remote Work

June 23, 2021

Online, DC

Candid Conversations in Diversity: Moderated by Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi

March 03, 2021

Online, DC

The Stars In My Soul: My Unlikely Journey Through Space & Time

February 16, 2021

Online, DC

Ask a Leader Panel - Managing Remote Teams and the Post-COVID Norm

October 01, 2020

Online, DC

Web Seminar: Igniting Relationships, Virtually Speaking

September 23, 2020

Online, DC

Web Seminar - Unconscious Bias

July 15, 2020

Online, DC

Web Seminar: Coronavirus and the U.S. Economy: Implications for the Equipment Finance Industry

April 15, 2020

Online, DC

Relevant Resources:

Human Capital Committee - A member and staff resource on a wide range of human resource matters.

Women's Council - Works to increase the engagement and representation of women in the association and the industry.

Principles of Equipment Leasing and Finance Workshop - Provides the preparation that helps your best people succeed faster

Emerging Talent Advisory Council - Works on encouraging industry employees to get involved in ELFA early in their careers and attracting the best and brightest to the industry.

Equity Committee - Works to encourage diversity, equity and inclusion among association leadership groups, committees, conferences and other association activities and initiatives.

Awards - Nominate an ELFA member for an award.