NEFA Fall Conference Recap

November 22, 2024, 07:15 AM

Filed Under: National Equipment Finance Association

Related: Chad Sluss, National Equipment Finance Association, NEFA

The National Equipment Finance Association (NEFA) Fall Conference, held Nov. 11-13, at the JW Marriott, in Indianapolis, IN attracted over 340 industry attendees. The conference kicked off with the “Monday Night Lights” Charity Fundraiser featuring a Tailgate party with various games for participants. The event attracted over 150 attendees and supported both Folds of Honor and the Chris Walker Education Fund. This event was organized through the new NEFA Foundation. Special thanks to all of the sponsors and donors for their support.

On Nov. 12th, the conference offered the following opportunities to network and learn:

Women in Leasing Luncheon – over 75 participated
Exhibit Hall & Sponsor Networking
Committee Meetings
Spotlight Session speaker, Holly Rowe, who chronicled her 29-year journey as a broadcaster and journalist. Following this session, Holly met with members during a VIP Meet & Greet
Ambassador’s Reception – for new and first-time attendees
Welcome Reception & Exhibitor Networking
Private events and dinners

On Nov. 13th, attendees took advantage of the following opportunities;

Networking breakfast
Exhibit hall networking
Knowledge Exchange Roundtables
Chad Sluss, CEO and Robert Hornby, Board President, provided updates regarding the NEFA Strategic Plan
Spotlight Session speaker, Rodney Peete, shared his journey as a 16-year NFL Quarterback, entrepreneur, and family man. Afterwards, attendees had the opportunity to attend a VIP Meet and Greet
Annual Meeting Luncheon – During this event, the new NEFA Board of Directors were announced, Outgoing Board members and committee chair’s were recognized for their volunteerism

Educational Breakout sessions:

From Broker to Discounter: Capital & Financing Playbook
Rapid Fire Leadership Huddle: Market Trends, Workforce Dynamics, & More
Boosting Originators' Playbook with AI and Tech: Strategies for a Winning Game
The Next Big Play: Industry Opportunities and Broker Marketing Tactics

A closing event like no other – Fowling at its Finest (a game that combines bowling and football)!

NEFA recognized the sponsors and exhibitors for their generosity, which made this conference possible.

Special thanks to the NEFA Fall Conference Planning Committee for their hard work in organizing a fantastic conference.