Equipment Leasing and Finance Association

We’re thrilled to introduce ELFA’s new Board of Directors and Officers for the coming year, including James Cress, Vice President & General Manager of Flex Financial, Stryker, as the new Board Chair.   “I am honored to represent the members, board and staff of ELFA as the next Chair,” said Cress. “It is a privilege to build upon the strong foundation established by the remarkable leaders who have come before me, and I look forward to collaborating closely with CEO Leigh Lytle to bring the association’s bold vision and strategic objectives to life. I am excited about the tremendous opportunities ahead for this dynamic industry. Together, we will continue to drive innovation and growth, creating value for our members and making a positive impact on the industry and the broader economy in the coming year.” Thank you to all the members of the 2025 ELFA Board of Directors who will help drive the next era of growth in the equipment finance industry!   OFFICERS Chair: James Cress, Flex Financial, Stryker Chair-Elect: Deborah Baker, HP Inc. Immediate Past Chair: Robert Boyer, CLFP, First Commonwealth Equipment Finance Vice Chairs: Nate Gibbons, CLFP, QuickFi & Kirk Phillips, Wintrust Commercial Finance President and CEO: Leigh Lytle, ELFA Secretary: Ed Rosen, ELFA   DIRECTORS Hollis Bufferd, David Drury, Katie Emmel, Brian Eschmann, CLFP, Neal Garnett, Jon Gerson, Randy Haug, Mathew Iacobucci, Christopher Johnson, Mike Jones, Robert Moskovitz, William Perry, Brad Peterson, Theresa Provencher, Jayma Sandquist, Moorari Shah, Pasqual Slaughter, Nicholas Small, Michelle Speranza, CLFP, and Steve White.   #ELFAConvention #equipmentfinance #Leadership #Letsgo2025

The ELFA Annual Convention is in full swing, and more than 1,155 equipment finance professionals (the largest turnout in 20 years!) are gathered in Austin, Texas to bring their careers, their businesses and our industry to the next level. · Sunday kicked off with the new member and welcome receptions, where attendees networked and made new connections. · On Monday morning, ELFA Board Chair Robert Boyer, CLFP presented an update on the association, outlining a "pipeline of new initiatives" designed to bring even more value to our members. Rob and ELFA President & CEO Leigh Lytle then presented the Michael J. Fleming Distinguished Service Award to Donna Yanuzzi, EVP. Next, Peter Zeihan took the stage with an energizing keynote on shifting global demographics and their impact on economics and politics, followed by a lively Q&A with Rob. · The morning’s breakout sessions covered everything from market expansion strategies to the global supply chain, legal insights, and data integrity. · At the Foundation luncheon, Executive Director Kelli Nienaber and Chair Zack Marsh, CLFP shared exciting updates about the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation, followed by an inspiring fireside chat on leadership with Oscar Munoz and ELFA President & CEO Leigh Lytle. · Meanwhile, the Exhibit Hall is packed with forward-looking solution providers, and The Hub is hosting HubTalks and TechTalks. Make sure to stop by if you're on-site. The excitement continues through the afternoon and into tomorrow—stay tuned! #WeAreELFA #ELFAConvention #learning #networking #convention #associations

Thanks to all the #ELFAConvention attendees who volunteered at our community service projects today: planting trees with TreeFolks, packing meal kits for U.S. Hunger and riding in the Jim McGrane Charity Bike Ride. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and our hard-working volunteers, ELFA made a financial donation of $13,000 to TreeFolks and $13,000 to U.S. Hunger. We invite you all to join us in supporting U.S. Hunger to feed families as they rebuild from Hurricanes #Helene and #Milton. Please go to https://lnkd.in/e8ZaEPea to donate. Every dollar you give will provide 4 meals, packed by volunteers in their warehouse and delivered to families in need. #WeAreELFA #givingback #equipmentfinance

ELFA Board Chair Robert Boyer, CLFP welcomed two industry giants into the 2024 Class of the Equipment Finance Hall of Fame last night at the Chair Dinner preceding the ELFA Annual Convention. Congratulations to Tony Golobic, a visionary leader who built GreatAmerica Financial Services and championed exceptional customer loyalty, and Bruce Kropschot of The Alta Group, a pioneering M&A advisor whose 50+ years of contributions have shaped the equipment finance industry. Learn more about their remarkable achievements and lasting legacies: www.elfaonline.org/HOF #WeAreELFA #ELFAConvention #leadership #equipmentfinance

NEW RELEASE 🚨 : The September CapEx Finance Index (CFI), formerly the Monthly Leasing and Finance Index, reveals that new business volume among surveyed ELFA member companies grew by $10.0 billion from August to September, a monthly increase of 2.2% before rounding. Commenting on the results, Ricardo Rios, CFA, CLFP, President & COO, Commercial Equipment Finance, Inc., said, “A healthy increase in YOY business volume, especially in August and September, validates our 12-month increase in headcount as we continue strengthening our value proposition for all of CEFI’s stakeholders. A decreasing interest rate environment driving increased business volume and net interest margin will enhance bottom-line returns for CEFI and the industry until competitors become more aggressive.” https://lnkd.in/e6ysZbEk #equipmentfinance #economy #capex #leasing

It was terrific to see the ELFA Research Committee at HQ in Washington, D.C., recently. Under the leadership of Chair Jessica O'Brien, these dedicated data die-hards updated the questionnaire for the 2025 Survey of Equipment Finance Activity (SEFA) and discussed innovations to the Interactive SEFA Dashboard. Make sure your company completes the survey in early 2025 to receive a complimentary copy and other members-only benefits! Details at www.elfaonline.org/SEFA Thanks to this hard-working group, including: • Jessica O'Brien, Citizens Asset Finance, a division of Citizens Bank, N.A. (Committee Chair) • Randa Barsoum, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP • David Cardew, Element Fleet Management • Bill Choi, CAE, Equipment Leasing and Finance Association • Wes Concienne, Toyota Industries Commercial Finance, Inc. • John Desmond, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP • Carol Ann Fisher, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP • Neil Johnson, DLL • Charlie Jones, 1st Equipment Finance, Inc. a subsidiary of Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co.  • Sabah Khan Industrial Capital • Steve Morrissey Deere Financial • Kevin Prykull • Tyler Seeger, CPA, Channel • Kevin Sensenbrenner, ASA, Stonebriar Commercial Finance • Shelly Tauer, CLFP, U.S. Bank • Joseph Turner, First Citizens Bank Equipment Finance #WeAreELFA #equipmentfinance #Data #DataDriven #DataInsights #Statistics #research #association

Something really cool is coming to the ELFA Annual Convention! We can’t give away all the details just yet, but trust us -- you’re going to want to stop by the ELFA booth in the Hub at the Exhibit Hall. Let’s just say… there’s a new face you won’t want to miss!   Curious? Swing by and get ready to meet someone who’s going to make finding info about ELFA easier than ever.   #WeAreELFA #ELFAConvention #Innovation #StayTuned #AustinBound

What do 1,130 attendee badges look like? A whole lot of excitement for the ELFA Annual Convention! This morning we reached record-breaking attendance -- the highest attendance in 20 years -- and the ELFA team is hard at work, counting down the days until we see you all in Austin, Oct. 27-29.   Haven't registered yet? No worries—there's still time! You can register onsite at the JW Marriott Austin. See you soon in the Lone Star State!   #WeAreELFA #ELFAConvention #AustinBound #education #careerdevelopment #businessdevelopment #networking #equipmentfinance

ELFA Membership Milestone Highlight: Congratulations! Thank you McGlinchey Stafford for your 20 years of ELFA membership and your contributions to the Association and the equipment finance industry! https://lnkd.in/eMR3mWH7   #WeAreELFA #equipmentfinance #memberbenefits

Today is the final day to register online for the ELFA Annual Convention in Austin, TX! Register today at https://lnkd.in/g9HBww-d Join more than 1,115 colleagues at the equipment finance industry's largest event on Oct. 27-29. Our theme this year is “Next Level Success.” It’s all about tapping into new possibilities to take your business, your career and our industry to the next level. What’s on the agenda: • Financial & Operational Strategies and Insights • Tech Innovation & Emerging Trends • Legal & Regulatory Policy • and much more! Plus, hear from these keynote speakers: • Peter Zeihan, Geopolitical Strategist • Oscar Munoz, Former CEO of United Airlines • Amy Walter, National Political Analyst And ELFA leaders: • Robert Boyer, CLFP, ELFA Board Chair • James Cress, ELFA Board Chair-Elect • Leigh Lytle, ELFA President and CEO ...and lots of ELFA industry experts! With top-notch education, networking, exhibitors and sponsors, Austin is the place to be! Don’t miss out – register today at https://lnkd.in/g9HBww-d #WeAreELFA #ELFAConvention #equipmentfinance #AustinBound #education #careerdevelopment #businessdevelopment #networking