The National Equipment Finance Association (NEFA) is a trade association comprised of professionals serving the equipment leasing and finance industry. NEFA’s member companies are diverse and include independent and bank-owned lessors and funding sources, commercial finance brokers, specialty lenders, and various specialized service/product providers serving the needs of these equipment finance specialists.

The NEFA Board of Directors recognizes the challenging economic climate especially for originators, which is why the decision was made to make the special offer available;

• A reduced registration fee of $295. Additionally, any Broker member company that sends at least one representative to the conference, the company will receive a $295 credit towards their 2025 dues renewal. Please use the code (BROKER25) when registering. Only one credit is available per company.

• Non-NEFA broker member companies will receive a complimentary conference pass if they join NEFA before November 11th. Please contact Hannah Kroll at hkroll@nefassociation.org to receive this offer.

The NEFA Fall Conference Planning Committee is pleased to announce the following educational and spotlight speakers for the November 11-14 Conference scheduled at the JW Marriott Indianapolis, IN.

Spotlight Speakers:

• Holly Rowe
  
  • Holly Rowe celebrates over 20 years as one of ESPN’s most versatile announcers. Covering a wide variety of sports for ESPN, Rowe joined the network full-time in August 1998 after appearing on select ESPN telecasts in 1997 and ABC Sports in 1995-1996.

• Rodney Peete
  
  • Mr. Peete is a former NFL quarterback known for his leadership, resilience, and versatility on the field. Mr. Peete was selected in the sixth round of the 1989 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions; Peete quickly proved his worth in the professional league. Over his 16-year NFL career, he played for six different teams: the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins, Oakland Raiders, and Carolina Panthers.

Educational Programs:

• From Broker to Discounter: Capital & Financing Playbook
  
  • Explore the critical role capital plays in the growth and success of your business, much like the pivotal role a quarterback plays in executing the game plan.

• Rapid Fire Leadership Huddle: Market Trends, Workforce Dynamics, & More
  
  • Get ready for a high-octane “speed round” session where we’ll tackle the crucial plays in today’s game:
    
    • State of the Industry: We’ll review the latest game plan and tactics shaping the field, ensuring you’re up-to-date with the current playbook.
    • Today’s Workforce: We’ll strategize on managing a diverse lineup of multicultural and multi-generational players, and navigate the hybrid, remote, and return-to-field models.

• Boosting Originators' Playbook with AI and Tech: Strategies for a Winning Game
  
  • Cost-effective and customer-centric strategies can play a game-changing role in enhancing small business operations. Just like a well-executed game plan, we’ll explore real-life examples and tools that streamline tasks, cut costs, and boost overall efficiency—all while keeping the customer in the end zone.

• The Next Big Play: Industry Opportunities and Broker Marketing Tactics
  
  • Gear up for a dynamic two-fer session! We’ll kick off by exploring the current and emerging industries that data trends suggest are prime targets for future lending opportunities, like scouting the best plays for a successful game plan. In the second half, we’ll pivot to practical marketing strategies tailored for brokers, giving you the playbook you need to attract and secure new business opportunities in these promising sectors. Our aim is to arm you with the insights and strategies to dominate the field and drive your success forward.

To learn more about NEFA or register for the Conference, visit www.nefassociation.org.