Ralph Petta 2017-03-10 03:25:06
HERE AT ELFA HEADQUARTERS, we’re already hard at work preparing for the 2017 ELFA Annual Convention, which will be held Oct. 22-24 in Orlando. We’re excited to present this year’s convention theme, “Building the Next-Generation Business,” which is all about positioning your company for success in the face of new policy, new people and new technology:
• Policy: With a new Administration in Washington, this is a critical time for the equipment finance industry. ELFA is actively engaging policy makers on issues that matter to you, from tax reform to Dodd-Frank. In Orlando you'll get the latest information you need to navigate this new and changing environment.
• People: A new generation is entering the workforce, changing the rules for attracting and retaining talent. Engage with other industry leaders to learn how to build your workforce for the future.
• Technology: New technology and alternative forms of financing are challenging traditional business models. At the same time, the needs of customers are rapidly evolving, creating both opportunity and risk for the equipment finance industry. Get ready to innovate and learn strategies to compete in this new.and rapidly changing.world.
Please save the date for this important event—we’ll let you know when registration opens later this spring.
Position Your Company for Success
Closer at hand, we also hope to see you at our upcoming spring events. These events are designed to help you network with industry leaders, exchange best practices, anticipate industry trends and position your company for success:
• Funding Conference, April 4-6 in Chicago. Get a snapshot of the state of funding on p. 16 and get the complete picture at this conference. Consider arriving early to attend the Best Practices Roundtables for bank, independent and captive and vendor finance executives on April 4—at a bundled discounted registration fee. Future leaders are encouraged to attend the Emerging Talent Networking Event on April 5.
• Legal Forum, May 7-9 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. Speaking of legal issues, don't miss our 2017 Legal Buyers Guide on p. 27.
• Capitol Connections, May 17-18 in Washington, D.C. This is our biggest advocacy event of the year, and this year it's more important than ever. Please see p. 38 and watch the video below to learn more.
• Credit and Collections Management Conference, June 4.6 in Baltimore. Turn to p. 22 to see what industry execs are saying about the credit and collections cycle.
For a full calendar, please visit www.elfaonline.org/events/Calendar.
Thank you as always for your support and participation.
Ralph Petta is the President and CEO of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association and the publishing director of Equipment Leasing & Finance. To submit letters to the editor, email EL&F@elfaonline.org.
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