ELFA Equity

Spread the word! Today ELFA launches the Equity Fund for Professional Education, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for underrepresented leaders within the equipment finance sector. In 2024 the Fund will award six grants covering the registration fee to attend the ELFA Annual Convention, Oct. 27-29 in Austin, Texas. Eligible members are encouraged to apply by Aug. 5. Details at https://lnkd.in/efj9kvV5 #WeAreELFA #ELFAConvention #equipmentfinance #diversityequityinclusion #professionaldevelopment #associations

Kudos to the members of the ELFA Equity Committee, who are ramping up for the 2024 Equity Forum. “The Equity Forum is more than a conference—it's a journey of inclusion and empowerment,” says DelRoy Stauffer, CLFP, Chair of the Committee. “Join us July 9-10 in Philadelphia for eye-opening insights and practical tips on how to bring more equity and inclusion to your workplace and your community. Don’t miss out!" See an overview at https://lnkd.in/ejcg2PXN and register today at https://lnkd.in/eXNz-GeY.   Thank you to the Equity Committee, including the Equity Forum task force (marked with *):   • *DelRoy Stauffer, CLFP, VP, Sales, Odessa (Committee Chair) • *Beverly Brinkley, VP, Sr. Business Systems Administrator, First Commonwealth Equipment Finance • *Robin Corney-Horst, Business Development Manager - Healthcare, DLL • Linda Damico, Executive Director, Cisco Systems Capital Corporation • Debbie Devassy Babu, Shareholder, Darcy & Devassy PC • Julia Gavrilov, Partner, Moritt Hock & Hamroff LLP • Nate Gibbons, CLFP, Chief Experience Officer, QuickFi • Christopher Johnson, SVP & President, Pitney Bowes Global Financial Services • Eric McGriff, Chief Risk Officer, 36th Street Capital • *Kinna Pattani, Associate Director - Head of Global Finance Practice, Alfa • Nancy Robles, President, Eastern Funding LLC • Tania Gaskell Sode, Organizational Development Director, Toyota Industries Commercial Finance, Inc. • Scott Thacker, CPA, CLFP, Chief Executive Officer, Ivory Consulting Corporation (Immediate Past Chair) • Moto Tohda, EMBA, CLFP, Vice President / Information Systems, Tokyo Century (USA) Inc. • Ernie Tsorvas, Senior Vice President, National Sales Manager, Fifth Third Bank, National Association • Matthew Vazzana, CLFP, National Account Executive, Huntington Technology Finance (Emerging Talent Advisory Council Liaison) • Amy Weum, CLFP, Regional Vice President, Farm Credit Leasing   #WeAreELFA #equipmentfinance #dei #diversityequityinclusion #networking

As we step into June, the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association proudly joins the industry in celebrating Pride Month. This month is a time to honor the rich history, diverse experiences, and significant contributions of the LGBTQ community. As we celebrate, let us commit to fostering a world where everyone can live authentically and without fear of discrimination---advocating for acceptance and understanding. Throughout the month of June, the ELFA Equity Committee will share LGBTQ stories and resources. Follow them here though the month of June for all things Pride Month. https://lnkd.in/ektYpMna

As we close out May, don't miss the final two episodes of the Equipment Finance Matters podcast on “Debunking Assumptions Through the Asian American Perspective” at https://lnkd.in/gDAwrgM · In part 3, our panel shares their personal experiences facing adversity and the impact of unconscious bias. · In part 4, our panel shares inspirational stories of support, solidarity and growth. Special thanks to participants Debbie Devassy Babu, Xiang Ji, Kyin Lok, Kinna Pattani, Moto Tohda, EMBA, CLFP and Camtu Vo. This series was brought to you by the ELFA Equity Committee in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. #WeAreELFA #AANHPI #equipmentfinance #podcast #associations

In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, ELFA is excited to launch a special four-part series of our Equipment Finance Matters podcast on “Debunking Assumptions Through the Asian American Perspective.” This series is brought to you by the ELFA Equity Committee and moderated by Debbie Devassy Babu and Moto Tohda, EMBA, CLFP. Part 1 introduces listeners to four ELFA-member equipment finance professionals who talk about their unique backgrounds and experiences: Xiang Ji, Kyin Lok, Kinna Pattani and Camtu Vo. Join us each Tuesday in May for a new episode! Listen now at https://lnkd.in/gDAwrgM #WeAreELFA #AANHPI #equipmentfinance #podcast #associations