The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) announced the 2025 Credit & Collections Management Conference, taking place June 9–11, 2025, at The Westin Tampa Waterside in Tampa, Florida. This highly anticipated event will bring together credit and collections professionals, emerging leaders and service providers in the equipment finance industry for three days of insight, strategy and connection.

Designed to equip attendees with the tools needed to navigate an increasingly complex financial landscape, the conference will spotlight emerging trends, regulatory developments, and practical innovations—from the rise of artificial intelligence to advanced strategies in fraud prevention.

The agenda features a dynamic lineup of keynote speakers, general sessions and interactive workshops, including:

• “Integrityland: Navigating the Path to Ethical Excellence “– A hands-on ethical decision-making session tailored to industry challenges.

• “Practical AI in Equipment Finance” – Exploring real-world applications of AI across credit and collections functions.

• Data-driven sessions highlighting the Credit Managers Survey and Collections Effectiveness Survey results.

• Specialized roundtables for Bank and Non-Bank professionals, fostering focused dialogue on sector-specific issues.

This premier conference is a must-attend for professionals at every level within the credit and collections space. From senior executives—SVPs, VPs, Directors and Managers—to credit analysts, documentation specialists and collections professionals, the event draws a dynamic mix of talent. Chief credit and risk officers, along with industry service providers and vendors, will also be on hand making this a valuable gathering for building connections, gaining insights and sharing best practices across the equipment finance ecosystem.

Beyond education, attendees can enjoy a range of networking experiences such as welcome receptions to a special mixer for first-time attendees. Optional excursions include a spirited Pirate Water Taxi cruise and a scenic dinner cruise along Tampa Bay. Plus, the exhibition hall will showcase the latest technologies and solutions from leading industry providers, offering hands-on opportunities to explore innovations shaping the future of credit and collections.

“As the credit and collections landscape rapidly evolves, this conference is a strategic opportunity for industry leaders to collaborate and shape the future,” said Dana Pace, SVP and director of Operations and Asset Resolution for PNC Bank. “We’re thrilled to be part of a forum that not only provides cutting-edge insights but also fosters the strategic partnerships that drive long-term value.”