Equipment Finance Cares (EF Cares) held its fifth event of 2023 in Scottsdale, AZ. Over 40 equipment finance professionals attended, representing 24 different organizations.

“Thank you Ascentium Capital for hosting our final event of 2024,” said Jesse Johnson, President of Consult Disrupt and founder of Equipment Finance Cares. “A big thank you to all that attended and for the continued support of all our EF Cares sponsors.”

The program featured two panel discussions. The first was a best practices panel moderated by Jaimie Haver, CLFP from Happy Manufacturing. It included Mark Farlin- Leaf Commercial Finance, Marci Slagle, CLFP- BankFinancial, Tony Sedlacek, CLFP- Orion First, and Brad Kissler- Mazo Capital. The second panel focused on the human side of equipment finance and was moderated by Blair Dawson - from Sterling Rose and included Craig Colling, CLFP - Ascentium Capital, Chelsea Haines- Regents Capital, Andrew Pace- ACS and Jesse Johnson- Consult Disrupt.

Immediately following the panel discussion, the featured speaker, Shea Hillenbrand- former two-time MLB all-star and motivational speaker gave a passionate speech about getting the most out of your career and lives.

The foundations that were showcased during the event were: Love Life Now, Operation Open Water, Tam Ky Project, Live & Learn Arizona, and Fresh Start

Ascentium Capital hosted a networking reception that concluded the event.

Attendee Quotes:
“I left the Equipment Finance Cares event with a sense of pride in our industry. It's not just about financing equipment; it's about financing hope, change, and a better future for those in need.” – Andrew Pace- Asset Compliant Solutions

“Attending the Equipment Finance Cares event was not just a gathering of industry leaders, but a powerful convergence of compassion and impact. I was thrilled when the EF Cares team extended the opportunity to showcase Arizona Live and Learn, a local charity close to my heart. Overall, the event provided remarkable industry perspectives featuring experts in equipment finance while also lending support to multiple charitable causes.” – Danielle Dolloff- Liventus

“This was the first EF Cares event for me. I enjoyed the more intimate group and appreciated all panelist, great topics, and a nice mix of people. I was moved by the guest speaker, I’m not sure I’ve met a more possessed person on life. Thanks to EF Cares for allowing Shea Hillebrand to tell his story. Inspiring, great life messages. Looking forward to future EF Cares events.” – Tony Sedlacek, CLFP - Orion First

The next EF Cares event will be Wednesday, Feb. 21st in Huntington Beach, CA and is hosted by Blue Street Capital. If you are interested in hosting, being on a panel, or sponsoring a future EF Cares event please reach out to Jesse: Jesse@equipmentfinancecares.com