What You Need to Know Now

Equipment Management Conference Returns In-Person 

OVER 250 equipment managers, remarketers and appraisers attended the ELFA Equipment Management Conference in February at the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. The conference featured content-rich sessions on a variety of asset classes; a first-class exhibition of equipment appraisers, remarketers and others; and unmatched networking opportunities with peers in the industry. 

Emerging Talent Advisory Council Announces 2022 Lineup of Events 

The Emerging Talent Advisory Council (ETAC) has planned four events designed specifically for emerging talent in the equipment finance industry, with more to be announced. 

• People Power Networking Event - April 12 at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago
• Emergence2022 –  July 14 at Key Equipment Finance in Superior, CO. Emergence is a one-day leadership program designed to empower attendees with the leadership skills necessary to excel in the equipment finance industry. Sponsored by Key Equipment Finance.
• July Emerging Talent Networking Event – July 14 in Superior, CO.
• September Emerging Talent Networking Event – Sept. 12 at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel in New Orleans.

For questions, contact Alexa Carnibella at [email protected].

Participate in the SEFA Survey to Receive Your Free Report 

All ELFA regular members are encouraged to complete the 2022 Survey of Equipment Finance Activity questionnaire at www.elfaonline.org/sefa. Respondents receive a complimentary copy of the SEFA and Small-Ticket SEFA reports (a $1,495 value), the most comprehensive source of data on the equipment finance industry. You’ll also receive a personalized MySEFA interactive tool, which lets you track your company’s operational and performance statistics and compare them against your peers. The SEFA is part of the ELFA Knowledge Hub, the source for business intelligence on the equipment finance industry. 

Membership Minute

If your company is an ELFA member, you may create a member profile from the ELFA website at www.elfaonline.org and gain access to valuable, members-only resources. To learn more about ELFA’s members-only resources, contact Julie Benson, VP of Membership Marketing, at [email protected].  

The Winners Circle Grows   

Congrats to Brian Little of V3 Distribution on winning ELFA’s Q4 mobile app contest! Brian joined ELFA members in posting his favorite holiday food on the “engage wall” of the ELFA Engage app. He won an Amazon gift card and ELFA swag––and became a member of the growing #ELFAmugclub! Join the fun today: Download the app and join our current contest at www.elfaonline.org/app. 

Join the Mobile App Challenge!  

Test your understanding of the Knowledge Hub for your chance to win! Every three weeks during Q2, ELFA will be posting one Knowledge Hub trivia question to the ELFA Engage app to test how well you know the association. If you participate by answering just one of the four ELFA trivia questions in the app, you will be entered to win a $25 Amazon Prime gift card and ELFA Swag! #ELFAMugClub. Learn more at www.elfaonline.org/app. 

Roundtable Explores “War on Talent”  

The Executive Roundtable will bring top equipment finance executives to Amelia Island, Florida, March 13-15, to discuss the latest trends impacting the equipment finance industry today, to strategize about the future and to create lasting business relationships. At the event, attendees will learn trends impacting the talent space, and how organizations may need to adjust their approach to attracting and retaining top talent. Featured speakers include Lindsey Pollack, multigenerational workplace expert and New York Times best-selling author of Recalculating: Navigate Your Career Through the Changing World of Work; John E. Silvia, Ph.D., CEO and Founder, Dynamic Economic Strategy, Managing Director and Chief Economist for Wells Fargo, Retired; and Johnny C. Taylor, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Society for Human Resource Management. See details at www.elfaonline.org/events. 

Date Change for  Investors Conference 

THE IMN/ELFA Investors Conference on Equipment Finance is now scheduled for March 30 at The Union League Club in New York City. This one-day event focuses on educating investors and equipment finance companies about the latest industry trends and developments. Now in its 21st year, the return to in-person for this esteemed series promises another program packed with engaging, timely content, as well as ample opportunity for critical business development and networking. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Chris Arnold at [email protected] or (212) 901-0544. For more information, visit www.imn.org/equipment. 

Women’s Leadership Forum Scheduled for April 11-12   

Register today for the 2022 ELFA Women’s Leadership Forum, April 11-12 at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago. This special event, presented by the ELFA Women’s Council, will focus on leadership development for women at all stages of an equipment finance career. You’ll leave the Forum with valuable insights and powerful tools to enhance your career. This event is open to anyone who would like to attend, from emerging talent to seasoned leaders. We encourage you to register today along with members of your team who are interested in participating. For complete details, including the schedule, online registration and hotel information, please go to: www.elfaonline.org/events/2022/WLF.

Join the Conversation at Best Practices Roundtables on April 12  

LEARN AND NETWORK at the Bank, Captive and Vendor Finance, Independent and Small Ticket Best Practices Roundtables at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago from noon-4:30pm on April 12, immediately preceding the ELFA National Funding Conference. The roundtables are designed to get groups of like-minded executives together to discuss trends affecting business entities, market segments or areas of responsibility. Attendees will enjoy a joint luncheon and general session, followed by the individual roundtables.

ELFA is offering bundled pricing for those who wish to attend both the roundtable and the Funding Conference (a $200 savings!). To register for the roundtable only, go to the Events section of www.elfaonline.org and the roundtable you would like to attend. To register for both Funding and a roundtable, you must register via the Funding Conference at 
www.elfaonline.org/events/2022/NFC/.

Funding Conference Set for April 12-14  

The ELFA National Funding Conference is the most effective forum for connecting funding sources with some of the finest organizations in the equipment finance industry looking to establish relationships to fulfill their funding needs. The 2022 National Funding Conference, scheduled April 12-14 at the Hilton Palmer House in Chicago, promises to attract more funding source exhibitors than in previous years, reflecting the optimistic atmosphere surrounding the leasing and finance industry over the last several months. To learn more about the National Funding Conference and to register as a funding source 
exhibitor or attendee, please go here: www.elfaonline.org/events/2022/NFC/. 

Legal Forum Planned for DC

PLANS ARE UNDER WAY for the annual ELFA Legal Forum, scheduled May 1-3 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. When it comes to providing you with the timeliest information on legal issues impacting the equipment leasing and finance industry, there is no better place than the ELFA Legal Forum. Watch for more information about registering for this once-a-year event at www.elfaonline.org/events. 

Principles Workshop Off to a Strong Start  

The Principles of Equipment Leasing and Finance WORKSHOP has been educating newly-hired personnel in the essentials of the business for more than two decades. ELFA will host the workshop at the association’s offices in Washington, D.C., on April 27-29 and Sept. 21-23. Your people are your best asset—give them the skills and knowledge they need to compete effectively in the marketplace. See details at www.elfaonline.org/POL.  

We Bring the Training to You 
Join the growing number of ELFA member companies who bring ELFA training to their offices! Hosting a workshop at your own facility gives you the flexibility and convenience to address the specific learning needs of your employees, establish collective knowledge and a shared skill-set and achieve even your most challenging business goals. The Principles of Equipment Leasing and Finance Workshop can be delivered on-site and tailored to your organization’s needs. To schedule in-house training, please contact Alexa Carnibella at [email protected].

Everything Tax Pros Need to Know: June 22 in Chicago  

The Tax Best Practices Roundtable is a one-day forum offered exclusively to tax practitioners of ELFA member companies. The roundtable focuses on federal and state compliance and planning issues, recent developments, and sharing of internal best practices. This year’s roundtable will be held at the offices of Akerman LLP in Chicago. For more information and to register, go to www.elfaonline.org/events. 

Roundtables Explore Innovation  

Save the date for Innovation Roundtables organized by the ELFA Technology Innovation Working Group and Deb Reuben of TomorrowZone on May 19, Aug. 4 and Nov. 10. The Innovation Roundtables are designed for all equipment finance professionals. If you’re interested in accessing cutting-edge knowledge, engaging diverse voices in the industry innovation discussion, and building your action plan, these events are for you! You’ll have the opportunity to connect with other senior leaders from ELFA’s Technology Innovation Working Group in a facilitated discussion on the people, process, and technology sides of innovating in this new world. Watch for details and register at www.elfaonline.org/events. 

Nominations Open for Equipment Finance Hall of Fame 

The Equipment Finance Hall of Fame annually recognizes individuals who have made unique, significant or lasting contributions to the industry and/or the association throughout their careers. A candidate is eligible for consideration to the Hall of Fame after three years separation from active, full-time dedicated employment. The deadline for nominations to the 2022 Class of the Equipment Finance Hall of Fame is April 1. Learn about the nomination criteria and eligibility requirements and access the online nomination form at www.elfaonline.org/hof. Please contact Ed Rosen at [email protected] if you have any questions.