Welcome to 2025! This is going to be a big year, and we’re here to help you make the most of it. In this issue of Equipment Leasing & Finance Magazine, we’re looking ahead at the trends, opportunities and connections that will power your success in the year to come. Here’s what’s inside:

• Industry Outlook: Our cover story, "Equipment Finance 2025,” breaks down the trends shaping our industry—and the U.S. economy—for the year ahead.
• Asset Management: Get expert insights in the feature story “State of Equipment Management” as we gear up for the Equipment Management Conference, Feb. 23–25 in Las Vegas.
• People Power: Big things are happening in DEI. Don’t miss the details on our inaugural 2025 Power of People Summit, happening July 21–22 in Baltimore in the story “Empowering Talent.” Plus, get a preview of the new “Mentor Match” program, coming this spring to spark professional growth.

Explore all the stories in this issue, and don’t forget to check out the 2025 ELFA Calendar of Events—a full lineup of learning and networking opportunities for you and your team.

It’s an exciting time for ELFA and the equipment finance industry. I’m thrilled to partner with the Board of Directors, 2025 Board Chair James Cress—who shares his vision for the year in “Paying It Forward”—and our talented ELFA team.

Want to hear more? James and I chatted about what’s ahead for 2025 in this video—check it out below!

As always, please don’t hesitate to contact us at ELFA headquarters if you’d like to get more involved with the association or if you have questions about maximizing your membership. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!