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The Commercial Finance Association is the leading trade association for the asset-based financial services industry. CFA remains the premier trade association representing organizations engaged in asset-based lending, factoring, floor plan financing and other segments of the market which have capital at risk. Members include a diverse collection of organizations that range in size from multinational organizations to individual entrepreneurs. CFA has members located throughout the United States, Canada and around the world. CFA membership is by organization, not by individual.

CFA achieves the rewards of personal and professional development and business success for its membership through:

  • Conducting educational programs that are unparalleled in the industry.
  • Circulation of ideas and information through a forum of discussion and publication.
  • Promotion of networking opportunities, dialogue, and strategic alliances among members.
  • A strong and active chapter network.
  • Enhancing the impact on regulatory, legislative, and judicial matters affecting the industry.
  • Educating the public on the economic impact of the asset-based financial services industry

Join CFA today

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Why does it make sense to join CFA? CFA members have access to tools, resources and opportunities that allow them to connect, network and further their professional careers. Click here to learn more about membership benefits.

Take advantage of this great marketing opportunity for an annual dues of only $2,000. You'll gain unparalleled exposure and networking opportunities in the ABL and factoring industries at a significant savings!

CFA's Limited Membership is a valuable marketing option available only to affiliates of dues-paying CFA members. Affiliates are often subsidiaries or divisions of CFA members.

Is a Limited Membership Right for you? Are you:

  • An affiliate of a CFA member company?
  • A member representative seeking more exposure and recognition in the industry?
  • A professional who will benefit from the company of your colleagues?
  • Contributing to the integrity of the industry?
  • Seeking numerous new marketing opportunities?

What will a Limited Membership do for you and your division?

  • Get your name and business listed in all directories and lists of CFA members, without distinction relative to membership class
  • Provide you with an additional seat on the CFA Board of Directors
  • Allow you to list your business name as either identical to your parent member with an additional label such as division or location, or use a distinct name on all CFA directories
  • List your name, business and contact information separately in an additional listing in the CFA online "Find a Lender" service, a valuable resource for matching lenders with borrowers
  • Maintain your eligibility for all benefits of your parent company’s membership, including chapter participation, preferred registration rates, and member rates on educational workshops and conferences
  • Keep you current, connected and involved with an additional complimentary subscription to The Secured Lender magazine, the most read magazine dedicated to ABL and Factoring
  • Publish your new representative’s bio and company profile in the CFA enewsletter and The Secured Lender
  • Add you to all mailings for directors and members, as well as CFA media opportunities
  • Convert to regular membership at any time