CLFP Foundation

The CLFP Foundation is proud to share our 2024 Q4 Accomplishment Report! From growing our incredible community to launching new initiatives, this report highlights the dedication of the CLFP Family to positively advancing the equipment finance industry. Take a look at what we achieved together: https://buff.ly/3VBngqN Thank you to everyone who contributed to these successes—we couldn’t have done it without you!

We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible CLFP women featured in Monitor's 2024 Women in Equipment Finance issue! Their achievements exemplify the leadership and dedication that continue to drive our industry forward and highlight the powerful impact of women in equipment finance. Just us in congratulating and celebrating all the honorees here: https://buff.ly/4fguLKy Congratulations, Christy Bader, CLFP, Courtney Dioguardi, CLFP, Kathy Nordendahl, CLFP, Danielle Ormberg, CLFP, Keara M. Piekanski, MBA, CLFP, Vanessa Roberts, CLFP, Melanie Rudiger, CLFP, Ariel Stich, CLFP, Sarah U., Amy Weum, CLFP, Jenny Wilson, CLFP, and Chelsea Wood Thurn, CLFP!

We extend our congratulations to the six CLFP recipients of the 2024 Monitor Icons awards! This recognition highlights their outstanding contributions to innovation, leadership, and positive impacts in the equipment finance industry. We are incredibly proud to celebrate their achievements and the values they bring to the CLFP Family. Join us in celebrating our CLFPs, and read all about them and their accomplishments here: https://buff.ly/49vvBly Congratulations, Sudhir Amembal, Nick Fong, CLFP, Brian Holland, Jennifer Martin, CLFP, David Normandin CLFP, and Kayla Perlinger, CLFP!

Start 2025 off right by attending an Academy for Lease & Finance Professionals (ALFP) this March! The ALFP is an excellent way to prepare for the CLFP Exam while deepening your knowledge of the equipment finance industry. Whether you're pursuing the CLFP designation or simply seeking professional growth, this class hosted by Channel | Your Partner in Funding is one that can't be missed! Learn more and register today: https://buff.ly/49ntkJ4

As we wrap up our Week of Thanks, we want to recognize the outstanding contributions of our CLFP committee members this past year. Representing companies and CLFPs nationwide, their efforts have driven important initiatives forward and strengthened our mission each day. Thank you, committee members, for your dedication and impact throughout the year - we couldn't do it without you all!

Continuing our Week of Thanks, we want to recognize our amazing CLFP Ambassadors! Representing companies with 5+ CLFPs, they play a vital role in fostering communication, sharing ideas, and supporting our mission every day. We couldn’t do what we do without your dedication, Ambassadors! Thank you for all that you do to support the CLFP Foundation and CLFP Family.

On this Thanksgiving Day, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of our CLFPs around the world. With over 1,500 members (and counting!), we are truly grateful for your dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence in the equipment finance industry. Thank you for being a part of the CLFP Family!

For today’s Week of Thanks (part 2!), we want to express our deep gratitude to the many CLFP Mentors who provide invaluable encouragement and support to CLFP candidates before they take the Exam. Your dedication and commitment to helping others succeed play a crucial role in shaping the future of our industry. Mentors, we thank you for making a positive difference for so many! Thank you for all you do, Albert Royale, CLFP, Alex Ducharme, CLFP, Alyse White Hayes, CLFP, Aparna Vemuri, CLFP, Brandon Lairsen, CLFP, Conrad Nilsen, CLFP, Craig Colling, CLFP, Darren Sholes, CLFP, CTP, Elizabeth Verhoef, CLFP, Freddy Jalilvand, CLFP,Ian Steidel, CPA, CLFP, CPCU, Jack Elenbaas, CLFP, Jasmine Rognrud, CLFP Associate, Kathy Massey, MBA, CLFP, Kristin Maher, CLFP, Lana Kralik, SVP, CLFP, Lauren Baingo, CLFP, Alexandra "Lexie" Dressman, CLFP, Michael Schober, CLFP, Michael Baez, CLFP, Monica Hawk, CLFP, Nicholas Ross, CLFP, Rebecca Ricci, CLFP, Regina Nirelli, CLFP, Rick Bruflat, CLFP, Ricardo Sondakh-Dorantes, CLFP, CTA, Ryan Flores, MBA, CLFP, Stacey Widom, CLFP, Stephanie Langford, CLFP, Tiffany Vraa, CLFP, Tim Appleget, CLFP, Tracey Elfering, CLFP, Wendy Dixon, CLFP, and Will Thomsen, MBA, CLFP!

As part of our Week of Thanks, we want to recognize our Academy of Lease & Finance (ALFP) instructors for their guidance, support, and mentorship in 2024. Your dedication made an incredible impact across 13 Academies and 5 college classes this year, helping to inspire and empower the next generation of equipment finance professionals. Thank you, Andy Belliveau, CPA CLFP, Ann Erickson, CPA, CFE, CISA, CLFP, MBA, Dr. Benjamin J. Wendt, Candace Reinhart, CLFP, Craig Colling, CLFP, Dan Canine, David Gernhard, CLFP, Elizabeth Verhoef, CLFP, Greg Pabich, CLFP, Jack Elenbaas, CLFP, Jill Molitor, CLFP, Kathy Nordendahl, CLFP, Keara M. Piekanski, MBA, CLFP, Lia Wax, CLFP, Leonard Lane, CLFP, Mark H. Thomas, Matthew Padden, CLFP, Megan B., CLFP, Melanie Rudiger, CLFP, Mike Cohen - CLFP, Mike Renfro, CLFP, CPCU, CSAM, Neelima P., CLFP, Molly Simon, CLFP, Paul Knowlton, CLFP, and Todd Buzard, CPA, CLFP, for joining us in class and for sharing your knowledge and passion with our growing community!

As we celebrate day 2 in this Week of Thanks, we want to express our gratitude to our Board of Directors. Their dedication, passion, guidance, and commitment to the CLFP mission in 2024 have been instrumental in strengthening and building the CLFP Family. We thank our Board for their incredible leadership and unwavering support! Todd Buzard, CPA, CLFP, Candace Reinhart, CLFP, Mike McDonald, MBA CLFP, Kathy Nordendahl, CLFP, Lia Wax, CLFP, Jill Brothers, CLFP, Craig Colling, CLFP, Nick Gibbens, CLFP, Benjamin Hall, CLFP, Mikki Henkelman, CLFP, Paul Knowlton CLFP, Jill Molitor , CLFP, Mic Mount, CFA, CLFP, Carrie Radloff, MBA, CLFP, Deborah (Deb) Reuben, CLFP, Molly Simon, CLFP, and Bruce Winter, CLFP - we appreciate you!