ELFA Releases Agenda for 2022 Women’s Leadership Forum



The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association released the agenda for the 2022 ELFA Women’s Leadership Forum, which will be held April 11 and April 12 at the Palmer House Hilton in Chicago. The two-day event hosted by the ELFA Women’s Council will focus on leadership development for women at all stages of an equipment finance career. The agenda will feature keynote speakers, hot-topic sessions and interactive networking opportunities, all organized around the theme of “blazing a new trail.”

“We’ve all been missing personal connection,” Jennifer Fanz, chair of the ELFA Women’s Council, said. “This is a time for members to connect with others while learning skills and techniques that can be invaluable in your career. You’ll walk away with tips and advice you can apply in our ‘new normal,’ all designed to help you blaze new trails in your own career. Whether you’re new to equipment finance or a seasoned leader, we hope you’ll join us on April 11-12!”

Highlights of the 2022 ELFA Women’s Leadership Forum

  • Keynote on “Managing Up — Working Successfully with Any Type of Boss” with Mary Abbajay, author of the best-selling book Managing Up. Whether you report to a middle manager or a board of directors, managing up is a skill that we all need.
  • Keynote on “Imperfect, Impactful Leadership” with Elise Holtzman, JD, PCC, president of The Lawyer’s Edge. Attendees will learn to let go of perfectionism so they can take risks, build resilience and create impact for themselves, their organizations and their communities.
  • Executive Leader Panel on “Blazing a New Trail,” featuring industry executives who will discuss what inspired them to blaze their own trail, lessons they have learned and what they are looking for in the next generation.
  • Educational sessions on What Got You Here Won’t Get You There—How to Land and Succeed in Your Next Role, Imposter Syndrome, Igniting Relationships and Professional Mindfulness.
  • Multiple networking opportunities, including an interactive networking session, cocktail reception, fun walk and dine around.

Planning Committee

The members of the 2022 ELFA Women’s Council, which is involved in planning and hosting the Women’s Leadership Forum, include:

  • Jennifer Fanz, Country Sales Manager, Healthcare, DLL (Women’s Council Chair)
  • Tara Aasand, Vice President of Sales and Relationship Management, LTi Technology Solutions
  • Lauren Baingo, Program Manager, DLL
  • Deborah Baker, Head of Worldwide Leasing and Financing, HP (Immediate Past Chair and Equality Liaison)
  • Jerrie Carter, Retail Credit Manager, Volvo Financial Services
  • Alexandra Dressman, Counsel and Assistant Vice President, Huntington Equipment Finance
  • Margaret Gutierrez, Senior Vice President and Corporate Credit Officer, Key Equipment Finance
  • Maggie Holly, CLFP, Credit and Operations Manager and Senior Vice President, Hanmi Bank
  • Martin Klotzman, CLFP, Senior Manager of Marketing and Product Management, Ivory Consulting (ETAC Liaison)
  • Melissa Kopit, Associate, Vedder Price
  • Kristie Kosobuski, CLFP, Senior Director of Product Management, Solifi
  • Alisa Micarelli, Senior Vice President of Operations, PNC Equipment Finance
  • Kara Miyasato, CLFP, Marketing Director, Stryker, Flex Financial
  • Jerilyn Nicholsen, Vice President of Finance, Ritchie Bros.
  • Carla Potter, Lawyer, Cassels Brock & Blackwell
  • Kim Riggs, CLFP, Vice President of Business Development, Orion First Financial
  • Catherine Roddick, Regional Vice President, Farm Credit Leasing
  • Jeff Schmidt, Director of Commercial Lending, CNH Industrial Capital
  • Marci Slagle, CLFP, President, BankFinancial
  • Michelle Speranza, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, LEAF Commercial Capital (Chair-Elect)
  • Shae Watson, Territory Manager, Caterpillar Financial Services
  • Shari Williams, Chief Risk Officer, Nexseer Capital


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