Equipment Finance Matters

Jan 27 2025 53 ep. 32 mins 9
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Get ready for an exciting new chapter as ELFA and the Foundation join forces to bring you the revamped Equipment Finance Matters podcast. Same expert insights - now bigger, better, and bolder than ever before. Our mission remains steadfast: to keep you informed with the latest trends, strategies, and expert commentary in the world of equipment leasing and finance. Through in-depth interviews with top researchers, economists, and industry leaders, we’ll continue delivering the valuable knowledge you need to succeed. Direct comments and questions to: [email protected] and [email protected].

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New Year, New Horizons: James Cress on Leadership, Industry Momentum, and Fun Firsts

Jan 27 2025 13 mins  
Welcome to the first episode of Equipment Finance Matters in 2025 – it’s bursting with optimism and excitement as Alexa welcomes ELFA Board Chair and Vice President and General Manager at Flex Financial, Stryker, James Cress. Hear about James’ journey through ELFA, from attending events like Capitol Connections to helping form initiatives like the Emerging Talent Advisory Cou

Equipment Leasing and Finance Podcast Moving to Equipment Finance Matters

Jan 17 2025 1 mins  
Kelli and Alexa, hosts of the two shows, announce the merge of the two podcasts and the move of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Podcast to Equipment Finance Matters. Subscribe to Equipment Finance Matters on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipment-finance-matters/id1500464877 or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43fGGQcByxbRTRKhbBfyJk?si=244H1nvDQ4Os5aw6Pz

Vertical Series Episode 6: Office Products

Dec 03 2024 30 mins  
Podcast co-hosts Kelli Nienaber and Will Tefft are joined by Shannon Stangl of DLL to discuss the current and future outlook for the office and workplace segment of the industry. Listen in to learn more about this space including emerging technologies and increased interest in sustainability trends and how equipment can be fit for the future.

What's Going to Happen if You Ask? with Jayma Sandquist

Aug 27 2024 40 mins  
In this episode of Equipment Finance Matters, hosts Alexa Carnibella and Matt Vazzana sit down with Jayma Sandquist, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for John Deere Financial, as she shares invaluable insights on career development. Listeners will gain a deep understanding of the importance of goal setting, how to balance long term career aspirations with short ter

Vertical Series Episode 5: Over the Road Trucking

Aug 17 2024 28 mins  
Bobby Sandlin, Senior Appraiser and leader of the Transportation Division at Irontrax, joins podcast co-hosts Kelli Nienaber and Will Tefft to discuss the current and future outlook for Over the Road Trucking through the lens of equipment leasing and finance. Listen in as they talk about topics from inventory and remarket valuation to emissions and alternative fuel.

Stay Curious and Run Toward the Fires with Leigh Lytle

Jun 25 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, we delve into the essential qualities that drive success in emerging talent. Drawing from extensive experience in mentoring and leadership, Leigh Lytle, ELFA President and CEO, shares valuable insights on the importance of curiosity and openness to feedback. Discover how a relentless hunger for knowledge and self-improvement can propel your career forward and learn

De-mystifying Equipment as a Service (EaaS) Business Models

Jun 18 2024 23 mins  
Diane Croessmann of The Alta Group joins host Kelli Nienaber for this episode of the Foundation Podcast. Listen in as they unpack the details of EaaS business models, including risk management. These EaaS offerings are in demand by customers and it’s important to understand how they are structured, what pitfalls to avoid and how traditional funders might find new opportunities.

Allyship Experiences: Inspiring Stories of Support, Solidarity and Growth - Part 4

May 30 2024 24 mins  
In the fourth and final part of “Debunking Assumptions Through the Asian American Perspective”, our guests share inspirational stories of support, solidarity and growth. This special series is brought to you by the ELFA Equity Committee in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. Featuring: Debbie Devassy-Babu, Moderator

Adversity Experiences: Understand the Impact of Unconscious Bias - Part 3

May 21 2024 17 mins  
In Part 3 of Voices United: Debunking Assumptions Through the Asian American Perspective, guests share their personal experiences facing adversity and talk about the impact of unconscious bias. This podcast is part of the ELFA Equity Committee’s celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, which recognizes the contributions and in

Voices United: Debunking Assumptions Through the Asian American Perspective - Part 2

May 13 2024 22 mins  
In Part 2 of Voices United: Debunking Assumptions Through the Asian American Perspective, Xiang Ji, Kyin Lok, Camtu Vo and Kinna Pattani talk with moderators Debbie Devassy-Babu and Moto Tohda about what led them to work in equipment finance, and how their careers have progressed. This podcast is part of the ELFA Equity Committee’s celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiia