The 2022 Independents Conference & Expo will feature fast-paced and informative keynote sessions, focused committee meetings, and the fun networking opportunities AFSA meetings are known for.
- Re-connect with colleagues in the stunning Coachella Valley.
- Re-engage with thought-provoking keynotes, panels and committee meetings.
- Re-imagine business strategies and gain insights from industry leaders.
You can also book your accommodations directly with the La Quinta Resort & Spa.
Visit AFSA’s dedicated booking page to confirm your room in beautiful La Quinta.
A Message from “Marvelless” Mark!
Mar 30, 2022
AFSA Supports Bureau RFI on BNPL Providers
Mar 30, 2022
Last week, AFSA submitted a comment letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in response to its request for information (RFI) regarding Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) providers. The letter outlines AFSA’s support for the Bureau’s… Read the rest
WOMAN LEADER OF THE DAY | Sandra Broderick
Mar 30, 2022
AFSA is proud to celebrate the crucial role female executives play throughout the financial services industry. From small companies to large, installment loans to vehicle finance products, female leaders are building the future of our … Read the rest
Remembering Mark Kenney
Mar 29, 2022
AFSA was saddened to learn of the passing of Mark Kenney, Leader at Severson & Werson and longtime AFSA member.
Mark joined AFSA and has served on the Law Committee since the mid-1990s. In 2006 the association was proud to honor him with … Read the rest
News from our Members | PayNearMe Adds Walgreens to Network, Exceeds 40,000 Locations
Mar 29, 2022
PayNearMe announced Walgreens has joined the PayNearMe retail network, which enables cash payments at nearly 9,000 Walgreens stores across the country. PayNearMe’s cash network now exceeds 40,000 retail locations nationwide, made possible… Read the rest
WOMAN LEADER OF THE DAY | Sheri Wilford
Mar 29, 2022
AFSA is proud to celebrate the crucial role female executives play throughout the financial services industry. From small companies to large, installment loans to vehicle finance products, female leaders are building the future of our … Read the rest
More education, less castigation
Mar 28, 2022
On March 3, 2022, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued Bulletin 2022-04: Mitigating Harm From Repossession of Automobiles (the Bulletin). In this Bulletin, the Bureau warns vehicle finance companies about harms to consumers… Read the rest
WOMAN LEADER OF THE DAY | Julie Ausland
Mar 28, 2022
AFSA is proud to celebrate the crucial role female executives play throughout the financial services industry. From small companies to large, installment loans to vehicle finance products, female leaders are building the future of our … Read the rest
AFSA, Joint Trades, Members of Congress File Briefs in GAP Case
Mar 25, 2022
AFSA filed a joint amicus brief regarding the Davidson v. United Auto Credit case yesterday. The case addresses whether financing Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) brought a vehicle contract under the Military Lending Act (MLA). The case… Read the rest
Policymaking Should be More Than a Press Release
Mar 25, 2022
Transparency in government is a good thing. When it works, it allows us to see how the people who work on our behalf (policymakers and government staff) set the policies and make the decisions that affect us … individuals, businesses, even other