AFSA is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring outstanding female leaders in the consumer credit industry.
What has been the most important lesson?
Embracing my uniqueness. As a woman, it’s essential to recognize and celebrate the qualities that make you stand out. Use those to break barriers fearlessly. Throughout my career, I’ve realized that the path to success often involves breaking societal norms and challenging gender stereotypes. Most importantly, build a strong network and surround yourself with like-minded individuals who inspire you and support you, both male and female.
Was there a mentor who provided great insight in your early career?
Early in my career, I met Dean Evans, who instilled in me the belief that dreams are meant to be chased, not just imagined, He taught me to set audacious goals, to believe in my abilities, and never settle for anything less than what I truly deserve, above all he also taught me the value of kindness and compassion. Success is measured not just by personal achievement but by our positive impact on others.
What do you wish you of today could have told the younger you about building a career?
If I could turn back time, I would tell myself that a career is not just a way to earn a living but an opportunity to pursue my passions, grow as an individual, and make a positive impact on the world. Stay curious and never stop learning. Remember to dream fearlessly, work hard, and stay true to yourself. With determination and perseverance, you will achieve greatness.
Women’s History Month | Ronda Cepeda
Mar 12, 2024
AFSA is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring outstanding female leaders in the consumer credit industry.
What has been the most important lesson?
Embracing my uniqueness. As a woman, it’s essential to recognize and celebrate… Read the rest
Women’s History Month | Yordanka Martin
Mar 12, 2024
AFSA is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring outstanding female leaders in the consumer credit industry.
What do you wish you of today could have told the younger you about building a career?
I wish I could tell my younger self to focus… Read the rest
Women’s History Month | Suzi Straffon
Mar 08, 2024
AFSA is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring outstanding female leaders in the consumer credit industry.
What has been the most important lesson?
Keep going and continue to work hard. You never know what’s around the next corner!… Read the rest
Women’s History Month | Bethany Slomski-Rangel
Mar 08, 2024
AFSA is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring outstanding female leaders in the consumer credit industry.
What has been the most important lesson?
The most important lesson I’ve learned stems from a profound piece of advice given… Read the rest
Women’s History Month | Heather Slyman
Mar 08, 2024
AFSA is celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring outstanding female leaders in the consumer credit industry.
My career started as a Programmer/Analyst at Boeing and later led to 21 Years in lending, 11 years of that in auto finance,… Read the rest
Industry Expertise | Strategic Video Engagement: The Game-Changer in Future-Ready Auto Finance
Mar 07, 2024
AFSA’s Industry Expertise allows Business Partners to provide thought leadership and best practices information directly with AFSA member companies. For more information about taking part, contact Grace McGurn.
Behind the Wheel: Allied… Read the rest
A Case for Rules of the Road
Mar 06, 2024
Across our country, American households have faced several years of challenging economic times. Inflation, while the rate is decreasing, has taken a serious bite out of everyone’s monthly budgets for such basic goods as gas and groceries.… Read the rest
AFSA on Colorado’s HB 1148
Feb 29, 2024
This week, AFSA’s State Government Affairs team sent a comment letter to the Colorado General Assembly regarding its HB 1148 on consumer lending laws.
In the letter AFSA raises concerns that if passed as drafted the bill will worsen access … Read the rest
This Week in Washington
Feb 29, 2024
It has been a busy week as legislators make the most of this year’s extra day. Surprise announcements, important roundtable discussions, funding deals, and legislative markups have ensured that Leap Week 2024 has not been boring.
The End … Read the rest
Who Will Supervise the Supervisor?
Feb 27, 2024
Recently, the CFPB ordered federal supervision for an installment lender and another installment lender agreed to supervision. Federal supervision is unnecessary as traditional installment lenders are supervised in each state in which… Read the rest