Sessions typically consist of a panel of experts, facilitated by a moderator. We suggest no more than five panelists per session, as this gives each person 10-12 minutes each to speak. Approximately four sessions run concurrently with two time-blocks per day on Monday, October 23^rd and Tuesday, October 24^th. The primary focus for each session is to provide information and share knowledge on current or critical issues.

Potential Session Dates: If your proposal is accepted, it will be placed in one of the following time slots. There is a box within the submission form to request a specific timeslot and ELFA will try it’s best to accommodate those requests, but it is not guaranteed.

• Monday morning, October 23^rd
• Monday afternoon, October 23^rd
• Tuesday morning, October 24^th
• Tuesday afternoon, October 24^th

Session Length: Sessions range in time between 60 minutes for morning sessions, and either 75 minutes or 60 minutes for afternoon sessions.

Important Deadlines

• July 11, 2023: All proposals must be submitted electronically by 11:59pm Eastern Time
• Week of July 31: Acceptance notices will be distributed the week of July 31^st. All submitters will receive notification.
• August 21, 2023: Final session descriptions and panelists names are due to ELFA.
• September 27, 2023: Handout materials are due to ELFA
• October 23 & 24, 2023: Session dates

Submit Your Proposal

Please note: The submission form is electronic and uses a custom portal. We have found most people are able to access this portal; however, if you are unable to access the portal link from your work computer, we ask that you access the submission form from a personal device. All submissions must be submitted electronically.

ELFA will make every attempt NOT to combine proposals submitted on similar topics from different proposals. While we want as many qualified individuals and companies represented on the convention program, we want to avoid diluting what might otherwise be an important session. Whenever possible, ELFA will select the best proposal submitted rather than combining proposals. However, when two proposals are compatible and combining them results in a higher quality session, ELFA reserves the right to ask individuals to work together in developing a single session.

1. Timely information on selected topics of current interest that illustrate out-of-the-box thinking, demonstrating an ability to adapt to changing market conditions.
2. Case studies that highlight value: application or introduction of new or improved processes, strategies, or products; or excellence in leadership or management of a company or business unit
3. Research/benchmarking results that point to trends
4. Sessions that stress peer-to-peer networking and information sharing
5. Sessions that are of particular interest to specific market segments (e.g., small ticket, middle market, vendor programs) or emerging or growing markets (e.g., energy, infrastructure)

• Any one presenter or company may submit no more than two proposals
• ELFA member companies will be given priority, however non-members may submit proposals as well
• The topic is of interest to a sizeable number of the convention attendees.
• The written proposal captures the most critical issues related to the topic to be presented or discussed
• If appropriate, the proposal identifies additional qualified individuals (including consultants, professors, professionals and others) who will be included among the presenters. It is highly encouraged that your panelists, whenever possible, represent diversity in terms of gender, age, ethnicity and race.
• The proposal suggests a presentation format appropriate to the topic (breakout session or roundtable discussion)

Entries must be received no later than 11:59 pm EST, Tuesday, July 11, 2023.

Entries will only be accepted electronically. Please click the button below to access the electronic submission form:

Submit Your Proposal

Please note: The submission form is electronic and uses a custom portal. We have found most people are able to access this portal; however, if you are unable to access the portal link from your work computer, we ask that you access the submission form from a personal device. All submissions must be submitted electronically.

The ELFA Annual Convention is the largest annual gathering of professionals in the equipment finance industry. Attendees are generally the most senior level staff, including CEOs, Presidents, General Managers, Marketing Directors, Sales Directors, Senior Vice Presidents and other professionals responsible for business development

• Presentation handouts from sessions will be posted on the ELFA website and in the ELFA Events mobile app. They will be offered free to registered attendees and will be sold to other individuals at a nominal cost.
• Handouts will not be posted without your express permission. Handouts will be posted in a PDF format, thus preventing individuals from tampering with or altering your original in any way.
• A well-attended session generally has 40 to 60 attendees.
• All convention attendees, including presenters, pay the ENTIRE convention registration fee. However, if a speaker is a consultant or academic who would not otherwise attend the ELFA Convention, the convention fee may be waived.
• Standard session rooms are equipped with an LCD projector, screen and microphone in a theatre type setting. If you have additional requests for room arrangements, those details will be discussed AFTER session approval.

The ELFA will be audio-recording breakout sessions presented at the Annual Convention and will post these on the ELFA website synchronized with the appropriate handout materials or power point slides. These will be provided to all convention attendees (both ELFA members and non-members) as part of their registration fee. Recordings and handouts will not be posted without your express permission. Please note: when submitting your speaking proposal, please indicate your willingness to have your session recorded and your handouts materials posted to the ELFA website.

If you are unable to access the electronic form, please download the Word document submission form and submit via email.

Download Word Doc Form

The preferred method of submitting your proposal is via electronic form; however, if you are unable to access the form, please submit via email.

Email your Call for Proposal Submission Form to Heather Staverman at hstaverman@elfaonline.org with an email subject line of “2023 Annual Convention Call for Proposal Submission”.  All proposals must be received no later than 11:59pm ET, Tuesday, July 11, 2023. ONLY the word document submission form will be accepted. Please DO NOT send additional attachments – they will NOT be included in your submission.