Blank Rome partners James M. Cretella and John W. Masland will serve as panelists at the International Factoring Association’s 31st Annual Factoring Conference, being held May 7 through 9, 2025, in Palm Desert, California. Blank Rome is pleased to be a Premier Sponsor of the conference.
ABOUT THE SESSIONS
“Add-on Training: Factoring Essentials Training Class”
Wednesday, May 7 | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
This comprehensive guide to factoring is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge to thrive in the industry. Panelists will present fundamental concepts, principles, and best practices and delve into the intricacies of assessing creditworthiness, managing risk, and understanding the dynamics of client relationships. They will talk about the latest trends and industry insights in an ever-evolving factoring landscape.
Panelists:
- George Thorson, Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer, Triumph
- James Cretella, Partner, Blank Rome LLP
- Genevieve Merritt-Parikh, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Haversine Funding
“Breakout: NEXGEN Roundtable”
Thursday, May 8 | 2:00–3:00 p.m.
The NEXGEN Roundtable is a great opportunity for attendees to meet and collaborate with the next generation of factoring leaders on a variety of topics that affect the industry. Panelists will discuss current challenges within the industry, bridging communication barriers, fraud trends, and strategies to mitigate them, as well as future NEXGEN initiatives.
Panelists:
- Chad Eberly, General Manager and Co-Founder, Encore Funding, Inc.
- Carson Harmonson, Portfolio Analyst, Dare Capital
- John Masland, Partner, Blank Rome LLP
For more information and to register, please visit the event website.
