We all had an incredible time together in Irvine this week for the AACFB Commercial Financing Expo. It’s always wonderful to see CLFPs come together and share their commitment to excellence across the equipment finance industry. Cheers to being a CLFP!
Do you have questions about an upcoming Academy, the CLFP Exam or what comes next on your CLFP Journey? Speak up! You deserve support.
Bring your questions, your favorite coffee mug, and don't be afraid to speak up.
To join us, email Mel for your invite: [email protected].
A special thank you to Wintrust Specialty Finance for hosting this week’s ALFP in Irvine, California! As CLFP’s largest sponsor, Wintrust plays an important role in supporting our mission and investing in the future of equipment finance, from students to industry professionals.
Join us in continuing the celebration of our CLFPs by reading a bit more about CLFP Day 2026!
Hear from this year's award recipients and their continued support and enthusiasm of the CLFP designation. buff.ly/A6FSaqX
This week's ALFP is taking place in Chattanooga, Tennessee, thanks to our hosts at TEL (Transport Enterprise Leasing). We’re grateful for TEL’s continued support of our mission to build a better equipment leasing and finance industry, one individual at a time.
The Q3 CLFP Circular is here!
This issue is packed with must-reads:
✨ A letter from our CEO
🌟 Our Q2 CLFP Spotlights
📋 A closer look at CLFP Recertification with
🎉 A warm welcome to our newest CLFPs and CLFP Associates
…and so much more! buff.ly/zu3esjp
Congratulations to Dave Schaefer, CLFP and Terey Jennings, CLFP recipients of the 2026 Lifetime CLFP Awards!
Their longstanding support of the CLFP designation has helped shape a culture of professional excellence and community. Join us in celebrating Dave and Terey!
Congratulations to Andrea Schmid, CLFP, the 2026 recipient of the Cindy Spurdle Award of Excellence!
Andrea is a true champion of the CLFP designation, serving as a CLFP Ambassador and an unwavering supporter of our community.
Join us in celebrating and congratulating Andrea!
Today we celebrate 41 years of Decades of Dedication and invite CLFPs everywhere to join us for our virtual toast at 2:00 PM Pacific this afternoon.
Happy CLFP Day, and cheers to being a CLFP!
Attention CLFPs: CLFP Day is TOMORROW!
All CLFPs, join us for our virtual celebration & toast | October 8 | 2:00 PM Pacific Find an in-person celebration and RSVP here: buff.ly/U7jssH6
Raise a glass with us tomorrow and celebrate 41 years of CLFPs and community!
Another great ALFP week in the books!
We’re grateful to DLL for hosting this week’s class ( and for creating a welcoming space for learning. Congratulations to everyone who participated this week and invested in growing their knowledge of equipment finance.
Just TWO days until CLFP Day!
The countdown is on! On October 8th, CLFPs across the community will come together to celebrate 41 years of the one-of-a-kind designation in our industry, the people behind it, and the connections that make this community so special.
🎉 CLFP Day is THIS WEEK! 🎉
We are celebrating 41 years of the CLFP community, and all CLFPs are invited!
🥂 Virtual Celebration & Toast | October 8th | 2:00 PM Pacific
📍 Celebrating in person? Check out the available events and RSVP here: buff.ly/U7jssH6
This week in Atlanta, CLFPs came together at the NEFA Fall Conference to connect and support one another. That sense of community has been part of the CLFP network from the very beginning, and it continues to shape who we are today.
Cheers to being a CLFP!
We are pleased to begin the new week with a celebration of our newest CLFPs who recently passed the Exam and earned their CLFP letters. Please join us in congratulating everyone, and read more here: buff.ly/cKxTd4m
We are excited to celebrate the exciting news of the launch of a new course, Commercial Equipment Finance, at La Salle University’s School of Business, beginning in spring 2027.
Read more about this new initiative here: buff.ly/XNkehes
No matter how much experience we gain, there is always more to learn. Pursuing the CLFP challenged Eric to broaden his perspective, deepen his understanding, and continue growing as a professional.
Congratulations, Eric!
🎉 Attention CLFPs, mark your calendars!🎉
CLFP Day 2026 is October 8th.
This year, we’re celebrating Decades of Dedication and 41 years of the CLFP designation! Join CLFPs from across the globe for a virtual celebration and toast at 2:00 PM Pacific.
Our CLFPs never cease to amaze us: two weeks into the 2027 Recertification process, and half of the CLFP membership body has already crossed the finish line!
Need to check your status or have a question as you recertify? Please email [email protected] for support.
