2021 AGENDA
EXCLUSIVE TEE-TIMES AVAILABLE AT THE WYNN LAS VEGAS GOLF CLUB
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8:00 AM REGISTRATION
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12:15 PM WOMEN IN AUTO FINANCE LUNCHEON
LUNCHEON
The Women in Auto Finance Luncheon is an exclusive networking opportunity to support and cultivate female leadership in the industry. The luncheon will include a keynote from a highly regarded executive who will share her experiences and expertise in navigating and thriving in auto lending and leasing.
Participation in the luncheon is included in the registration for all delegates, attendees must sign up for the luncheon during the registration process. The Women in Auto Finance Luncheon will be in an open-air room and outdoor seating will be available. We look forward to welcoming women and allies from all areas of the business to this important event.
Michele Rodgers, Chief Information Officer, Exeter Finance
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5:00 PM OPENING OUTDOOR COCKTAIL RECEPTION
Enjoy open-air surroundings while networking with attendees poolside on the Sunset Terrace.
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8:00 AM REGISTRATION
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8:00 AM BREAKFAST
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9:00 AM OPENING REMARKS
9:15 AM SESSION ONE
FIRESIDE CHAT
Kevin Cullum, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nissan Motor Acceptance Company, will take the stage to discuss the economy, innovation, industry trends and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
MODERATOR:
JJ Hornblass, Chief Executive Officer, Auto Finance News
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9:45 AM SESSION TWO
EXECUTIVE DIALOGUE:
TACTICS FOR RISING ABOVE THE TURMOIL OF THE PANDEMIC AND ITS AFTERMATH
PANEL
- For how long can outstandings continue to rise – responsibly?
- Bracing for a return to rate-driven hyper-competition
- Overcoming the residual inflationary effects of the pandemic
PANELISTS:
- Kyle Birch, President of North America Operations, GM Financial
- Dan Brogan, Chief Financial Officer of Dealer Services at U.S. Bank
- Tanya Sanders, Head of Auto at Wells Fargo
MODERATOR:
Joey Pizzolato, Editor, Auto Finance News
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11:00 AM MID-MORNING BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT HALL
NETWORKING
11:45 AM SESSION THREE
ECONOMIC OUTLOOK AND FORECAST FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE AND AUTO FINANCE INDUSTRIES
PRESENTATION
- Forecasting the long-term SAAR amid dynamic and expansionary economic and monetary trends
- Inflation and the future of the credit cycle and profitability
- Understanding the lingering economic effects of the pandemic on the automotive industry
PANELISTS:
Edgar Faler, Senior Industry Analyst, Center for Automotive Research
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12:15 PM AUTO FINANCE EXCELLENCE AWARDS
AWARDS CEREMONY
Join us in the General Session to find out who will win this year’s Auto Finance Excellence Awards.
Every year, the Auto Finance News team presents the Auto Finance Excellence awards to auto finance companies and senior executives who have contributed to the industry in meaningful ways. In this session, the 2021 award winners will be announced and celebrated.
12:45 PM AUTO FINANCE EXCELLENCE AWARDS LUNCHEON
LUNCHEON
Join our Auto Finance Excellence Award winners for a celebratory luncheon in an open-air room with outdoor seating available.
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2:00 PM SESSION FOUR
FOSTERING EXCEPTIONAL TEAM PERFORMANCE IN AUTO FINANCE
PANEL
- Strategies and tools that can help improve team performance, from origination through servicing
- Ideas for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Best practices for fostering exceptional performance from your “human capital” and for better ROI
PANELISTS:
- Chris Bishop, Head of Auto Change Delivery at Wells Fargo Auto
- Richard Conde, Senior Vice President and Diversity Officer at Santander Consumer USA
- Bob Senz, VP, Talent Management at PNC
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2:45 PM SESSION FIVE
FIRESIDE CHAT
Jim Drotman, Executive Vice President of U.S., Canada and International Markets at Ford Motor Credit, will take the stage to discuss innovation initiatives, brand and risk management and product development in the rapidly changing auto finance industry.
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3:15 PM AFTERNOON BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT HALL
NETWORKING
4:00 PM SESSION SIX
NEW ADMINISTRATION, NEW COMPLIANCE: REGULATORY CHANGES AMID EXPIRING COVID MORATORIUMS
PANEL
- Navigating regulatory changes in repossessions and collections
- Understanding the implications of changes in CFPB leadership
- How to stay ahead of fluid state regulatory risks
PANELISTS:
- Michael Benoit, Partner at Hudson Cook LLP
- Mark Edelman, Member at McGlinchey
- John C. Redding, Partner at Alston & Bird
- Kenneth Rojc, Managing Partner of Nisen & Elliott
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5:00 PM COCKTAIL RECEPTION IN THE EXHIBIT HALL
Enjoy a cocktail with fellow attendees during this reception in the Exhibit Hall.
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8:00 AM REGISTRATION
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8:00 AM BREAKFAST
9:00 AM – 11:45 AM CONCURRENT TRACKS
At the 21st annual Auto Finance Summit, attendees have the chance to customize their conference experience with the option to participate in the Technology & Innovation Track and Risk & Compliance Track. Pre-registration for the tracks is not required, all content will be available on-demand for both tracks at the conclusion of the conference. There will be short breaks between each session for attendees to switch between sessions.
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION TRACK
SESSION SEVEN: NEW TECHNOLOGIES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR AUTO FINANCE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
9:05 AM – 9:50 AM
- How are new vehicle types influencing auto finance product development?
- Refining current strategies to accommodate new vehicle technologies
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Implications for lease underwriting and remarketing
PANELISTS:
- Amira Aly, Director of Financial Services, Lucid Motors
- Robert McDonald, Managing Director- Head of Credit Solutions, Pagaya
- Matt Traylen, Head of RV and Trade Cycle Management, Mazda North American Operations
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION TRACK
SESSION EIGHT: BEST PRACTICES FOR UPGRADING LEGACY TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
- Identifying areas for improvement in existing technology stacks
- Developing a roadmap and timeline for upgrading legacy systems
- Weighing the benefits of internal upgrades versus external fintech partnerships
PANELISTS:
- Anthony Capizzano, SVP Direct Consumer Lending at Axos Bank
- Alex Cooper, US Auto Lead at Alfa
- Martin Prescher, Chief Technology Officer, NextCar
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RISK & COMPLIANCE TRACK
SESSION SEVEN: CAPITAL MARKETS AND FUNDING AMID EXPANSIONARY MONETARY POLICY
9:05 AM – 9:50 AM
- Changes in the securitization market since the pandemic, and what they mean for funding strategies
- An update on spreads and yields, and their implications for pricing
- Credit performance by asset class
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RISK & COMPLIANCE TRACK
SESSION EIGHT: RESIDUAL VALUES IN 2022 AND BEYOND
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
- A forecast for incentives and residual values
- The longer-term implications of tight vehicle supply, rising vehicle prices and a hyped used-vehicle market
- Valuation forecasts for the forthcoming year
PANELISTS:
- Eric Ibara, Director of Residual Value Consulting at Kelley Blue Book
- Kristin Lanzavecchia, Senior Manager, Industry Insights at JD Power
- Alex Yurchenko, Vice President of Data Science at Black Book
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10:45 AM – 11:00 AM MID-MORNING BREAK
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION TRACK
SESSION NINE: BIG THINK: STARTUP EXECUTIVES ON WHAT’S NEXT IN AUTO FINANCE AND DIGITAL FINANCIAL SERVICES
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
- The key trends spurred by new and evolving technologies
- The changing role of the consumer in a digital-first age
- Startup partnership opportunities
PANELISTS
- Brian Allan, President at HyreCar
- Scott Painter, Founder and Chief Executive at NextCar
- Drew White, Senior Director of Lender Development at MotoRefi
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RISK & COMPLIANCE TRACK
SESSION NINE: BEST PRACTICES IN DATA MANAGEMENT AND USAGE FOR BETTER RISK RESULTS
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
- The role of alternative data in underwriting
- The rise of machine learning and AI in data collection, and what it means for auto finance
- Identifying and leveraging the best technologies for data management
PANELISTS:
- Nick Brown, Chief Lending Officer at Tricolor Auto Acceptance
- Landon Starr, Chief Risk Officer at Arivo Acceptance
- Chris Urban, Senior Vice President of Risk Management at Westlake Financial
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