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April 28, 2022

A Note From The Executive Director - Kelli Nienaber
In the first quarter of 2022 the Foundation accelerated its research, academic programs, and sustainability. We published two significant research studies to help power your business - ESG (Environmental Social Governance) and Funding, Securitization, and Syndication. Plus we added to the vertical series with a new report on the retail equipment sector. Our volunteers are empowering the next generation of Equipment Finance professionals by delivering nine guest lectures at universities across the country, with more scheduled. The scholarship program has expanded, and we look forward to reviewing student applications in the weeks to come. What ties these initiatives together? Your donations of time, expertise, and financial support help to keep your Foundation sustainable, providing the engine that keeps our programs going. Read on for everything we produce, powered by you.

Scholarship Program Deadline 5/20/22
The Foundation's Academic Scholarship application is still open for applications, but time is running out! The deadline is Friday, May 20. Please share this opportunity with your office interns and other interested students.

Schedule a Guest Lecture
Deliver a guest lecture to inspire the next generation! The Guest Lecture Program is designed to increase awareness of equipment leasing and finance among today’s university students to attract new and diverse talent to this exciting and innovative industry. To date, nine lectures have been delivered by our fantastic volunteers this year. Join the ever-growing list and share your passion for this industry with students as they explore potential careers.

If you are interested in hosting a Guest Lecture at your university, contact Stephanie Fisher.

Prepare for the Future of Funding
From the Great Recession to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, finance companies need to know best practices to continue financing customers even amidst tenuous market conditions. What new lessons can your organization learn?

The Foundation's new study, "Equipment Finance Funding, Securitization, & Syndication: Best Practices for Today and Tomorrow" will help your organization​ learn strong funding practices and what to expect from emerging funding opportunities. The Foundation commissioned The Alta Group to conduct research and produce this free industry report.

Save the Date: Day of Giving June 7
Invest in the future of your industry! Save the date to donate to the Foundation on Tuesday, June 7 as part of our 5th annual Day of Giving. Your financial support helps the Foundation to meet its sustainability goals while producing free forward-looking research and inspiring the next generation of equipment finance leaders through our academic outreach programs. All donations are 100% tax-deductible. Join our growing list of contributors on June 7 or anytime on our website.

Foundation Resources
Recent publications are listed below, and the entire collection can be found on the Research section of our website. ​