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Auto Finance events and conferences are a great place to learn more about the innovation of lending in different aspects of the auto finance industry an improve customer experience in auto finance. They are also a great opportunity to network, learn and showcase business solutions. There are dozens of auto finance conferences occurring all over the world annually. We have curated the conference lists towards what can be considered the definitive list of educational, innovative and impact-full conferences across USA, Canada, UK, and Europe.

AFSA 2023 Annual Meeting

When: Oct 1-4, 2023, Salt Lake City, UT What does it entail: The 2023 AFSA Annual Meeting is bringing attendees together to share how consumer credit is creating opportunities for our customers. Who should attend: Auto Finance executives and innovators.   

NAF Non-Prime Auto Financing Conference 2023

When: Jun 7-9, 2023, Plano, Texas What does it entail: The National Automotive Finance (NAF) Association is the only forum for the exclusive benefit of the non-prime auto finance industry, addressing the challenges of sales finance companies, dealers, and third-party service providers. Who should attend: Auto Finance executives and innovators.   

CBA Live 2023

When: Mar 27-29, 2023, Bellagio, Las Vegas What does it entail: Marking its 14th year in 2023, CBA LIVE is the must-attend annual event for the retail banking industry. Hundreds of senior bankers and industry leaders gather from across the country to experience this premier event. CBA LIVE offers top-notch programming tailored toward professionals motivated to learn new trends and share ideas with the most influential decision-makers in the business. Who should attend: Auto Finance executives and innovators.   

AFS East 2023

When: May 10 - 12, 2023, JW Marriott Nashville What does it entail: Auto Finance Summit East in May 2023 will bring together the auto lending and leasing industry at the time of year when market dynamics require industry participants to shift their strategies. This dynamic conference will create similar energy to the fall Auto Finance Summit with timely educational content, new session formats featuring visionary speakers with wide-ranging viewpoints — and endless networking opportunities in a new geographic region. Who should attend: Auto Finance Summit East draws attendees from the full spectrum of lending. Participants can expect to connect with a diverse group of executives from prime and nonprime banks, credit unions, floor plan lenders, thrifts, dealerships, and service providers through our on-site networking opportunities, matchmaking algorithm, and virtual event platform. AFSA 2023 Vehicle Finance Conference & Expo When: Jan 23 - Jan 26, 2023, Hilton Anatole | Dallas, Texas What does it entail: The 2023 Vehicle Finance Conference & Expo is the premier educational and networking opportunity for the vehicle finance industry. Who should attend: Auto Finance executives and innovators. 

Auto Finance Summit East 2023 

When: May 10-12, 2023, JW Marriott, Nashville What does it entail: Auto Finance Summit East in May 2023 will bring together the auto lending and leasing industry at the time of year when market dynamics require industry participants to shift their strategies. This dynamic conference will create similar energy to the fall Auto Finance Summit with timely educational content, new session formats featuring visionary speakers with wide-ranging viewpoints — and endless networking opportunities in a new geographic region. Who should attend: Auto Finance Summit East draws attendees from the full spectrum of lending. Participants can expect to connect with a diverse group of executives from prime and nonprime banks, credit unions, floor plan lenders, thrifts, dealerships, and service providers through our on-site networking opportunities, matchmaking algorithm, and virtual event platform.

American Financial Services Association (AFSA) Vehicle Finance Conference & Expo 

When: March 7-10, 2023, Las Vegas, NV What does it entail: The American Financial Services Association (AFSA) Vehicle Finance Conference & Expo 2023 is a prestigious gathering bringing together executives, thought-leaders and innovators in the auto finance industry. The conference will focus on key industry trends, compliance and regulatory activities, as well as best practices. Who should attend: Auto Finance executives and innovators.   

Used Car Week 2022

When: November 15-19, 2022, Las Vegas, NV  What does it entail: Used Car Week combines four different conferences. It brings together all parts of the used-car industry, such as remarketing to dealer-consignor relations and auto finance. During the event, they will discuss current trends, forecast for the future, and prepare for the road ahead. The four sections of the event: 
  • Pre-owned con focuses on certified pre-owned vehicles and the used car market, using analytics, data, strategies, and tech to provide a big-picture vision. Thought leaders and industry experts will deliver this. 
  • Auto Fin Con focuses on the whole of the auto finance industry. Such as regulatory impacts, fintech issues like AI and other emerging technologies. 
  • Repo Con tackles main points for managing recoveries, regulations and includes questions concerning the new technologies, ideas, and other ways of addressing risk and key industry issues. 
  • National Remarketing Conference provides an area of analysis and discussion that moves the wholesales industry forward. It is focused on business intelligence for motor auto auctions, online auctions, and the technology and service providers.
Who should attend: Auto Finance, Remarketing and Repo  professionals.

Auto Finance Summit 

When: October 26-28, 2023, Las Vegas, NV   What does it entail: The Auto Finance Summit has previously hosted participants from 1,400+ companies to the Top 25 Lenders. The plan for this event will cover industry trends, strategies, and best practices for risk management, technology innovations, compliance, and regulation. They have an A-list speaker faculty, which includes some of the industry’s experts. The Auto Finance Summit will have attendees with insights and strategies to maneuver in the year ahead.   Who should attend: Auto Finance executives and innovators. 

American Financial Services Association (AFSA) Independents

When: April 18-20, Las Vegas, Nevada What does it entail: AFSA  is a national trade association for the consumer credit industry, protecting credit and consumer choice access. The association encourages and maintains ethical business practices and supports financial education for consumers of all ages. The event involves both global and local businesses and what to expect in the coming months. Here businesses have the opportunity to interact with various speakers, panelists, industry colleagues, and policymakers. This event allows businesses to network with other attendees, share best practices, and enhance their customer relations.   Who should attend: Members of the American Financial Services Association.   

Digital Dealer

When: October 11-13, 2022, Las Vegas, Nevada  What does it entail: Digital Dealer Conference & Expo, held biannually, brings together automotive dealers, OEMs, thought leaders, and auto retail solution providers for a 2.5-day experience, powering professional growth and connections. Who should attend: Dealer Principals, GMs, International Dealers, Independent Dealers, Automotive Associations, and more.

Motor Finance Europe: Conference & Awards

When: October 2022, Munich, Germany  What does it entail: Motor Finance Europe has leading experts across Europe to deliver key, actionable insights into the latest requirements, technological innovations, strategic developments, and strategies to best implement them into your vehicle financing with maximum efficiency and minimal cost. The event has a day of exclusive presentations, case studies, and debates. The attendees will learn from leaders from KPMG, FCA Bank, and Close Brother Asset Finance to shape their growth strategy, innovation, and reach of new clients post-Covid.  Who should attend: Motor Finance Executives focusing on the European market.

 

Non-Prime Auto Financing Conference 

When: August 30-September 1, 2023, Dallas, TX What does it entail: Non-Prime Auto Financing Conference will celebrate 25 years of achievement by recognizing some of the industry leaders. The program will be split by a few hours of content a day.  Here they will discuss technology developments, compliance issues, and refinements in fraud detections and resolution. Various finance companies and banks spokespeople, and auto dealers will also attend.   Who should attend: Subprime and non-prime auto finance professionals, bank representatives and auto dealers.   

Consumer Bankers Association Live (CBA)

When: August 16-18, Orlando, FL What does it entail: CBA LIVE offers to program for professionals motivated to learn new trends and share ideas with influential decision-makers in the business. At the event, attendees will enjoy 90+ hours of programming, a range of speakers from retail banking, 14 various forums, and networking with senior-level retail bankers and solution providers. Who should attend: Banking executives, senior banking leaders and auto lenders.

Auto Finance Innovation Summit

When: April 26-27, San Diego What does it entail: We are once again merging decades of market experience with the most cutting-edge ideas in financial technology, providing insight into how the industry is embracing new technologies, investing in innovation, and adopting new strategies. The event will showcase today’s technology and tomorrow’s innovation-driven opportunities to position your company for success in this fast-paced digital era. Who should attend: Banking executives, Captives, Credit Union executives, Floorplan Lenders, Consumer finance Companies, Dealerships  

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