At a time when the financial crisis has people wondering who will be left, taking an active roll in industry networking events sends a clear message you have not only survived but are actively seeking business! No other marketing tool conveys the soundness of your brand and clarity of your message better than your attending representative.

A highly interactive and practical five-day course to master the latest practices and techniques in cross-border leasing transactions: The Summer Leasing School offers an unequalled opportunity for leasing professionals to learn the latest practical techniques in order to successfully complete cross-border leasing transactions.

The 2009 Corporate Aircraft Symposium is the premier meeting for business aviation executives, corporate aircraft owners/operators, financiers, advisors and dealmakers. This symposium gathers all stakeholders under one roof in two days to examine the most critical and current issues impacting the financing, acquisition, ownership and the operating aspect of a business aircraft.

Partnered with the Alta Group, China Leasing Summit 2009 is the annual leasing event in China. The summit will explore a broad range of topics including continuing vendor finance amidst the economic downturn, optimizing partnership between lessors and vendors, localized risk management as well as the interpretation of the current situation.

Who Should Attend - Accountants, CFOs, controllers, tax managers, treasurers, finance directors and others responsible for financial reporting activities, plus any business professional or advisor who must be familiar with the impact of accounting on their transactions or activities.

The Canadian Finance & Leasing Association (CFLA) represents the asset-based financing, equipment and vehicle leasing industry in Canada. With over $92.3 billion of financing in place with Canadian businesses and consumers, the asset-based financing industry is the largest provider of debt financing in this country after the traditional lenders (banks and credit unions).

The ELFA Annual Convention is the primary forum that industry leaders turn to with assurance when it comes to addressing critical issues and trends. Unprecedented changes have taken place within the equipment leasing and finance industry, and companies that are positioned to take advantage of these changes will thrive. As stated in the 2009 Industry Future Council Report, “To survive, a new mindset must be adapted by virtually everyone, as the industry rapidly consolidates, new players emerge and opportunities materialize.”