National Vehicle Leasing Assoc Celebrates 40 Years of Success at its Annual Conference

ALEXANDRIA, VA - February 1, 2008: The National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA) announces that its Annual Conference Exposition and Auto Show will take place June 11th through 14th, 2008 at the J.W. Marriott Camelback Inn in Scottsdale, Arizona.

The theme this year, "Looking Back, Moving Forward", provides an opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments of the last 40 years and plan for the next 40. The NVLA Conference is the perfect place to network with key industry professionals, glean valuable knowledge from extensive industry-specific workshops, seminars, general sessions, and roundtable discussions. It is also a time to let loose and enjoy the many social events and leisure activities only the NVLA and the Camelback resort can offer!

This year's keynote speakers include Art Spinella - President, CNW Research, Tom Kontos - Vice President, Industry Relations & Analytical Services, Adesa Inc. and Charles Vogelheim - Vice President, J.D. Power as well as a special guest speaker.

Attendance at the NVLA Annual Conference is open to everyone in the vehicle leasing industry, including lessors, manufacturers, banks and suppliers, to name but a few. The Conference is designed to promote face-to-face interaction among attendees and offer valuable direct access to a broad assortment of product and service suppliers, as well as highly respected experts on issues relevant to the vehicle leasing business. "We're proud to build on the last few years successes at both the Gaylord in Texas and who could forget the Venetian in fabulous Las Vegas, by continuing to provide leading-edge educational programs, and networking events, this year hosted at the unparalled JW Marriott Camelback Inn in beautiful Scottsdale, AZ," NVLA Conference Chairperson, Michael Wood, proudly announced. "We've listened to member feedback and are incorporating many suggestions into this year's conference. We're also bringing back some old traditions, including key note speakers including such industry pundits as Art Spinella and Tom Kontos. The 2008 NVLA conference will be another winner!"

The Conference will kick off on Wednesday, June 11th, and continue though Saturday, June 14th. There are numerous educational opportunities scheduled throughout the conference, including:

Concurrent Half Day Workshops 
- ABC's & 123's: How to get into the Leasing Business 
- Making the Move from Lease Broker to Lessor 
Industry Specific Roundtables, Workshops and Seminars: 
- Alternative Fuel Forum and Exposition 
- Sales and Marketing Focus 
- Revenue Opportunities for Your Leasing Business 
- How to Hire and Fire Effectively 
- Tax & Accounting Issues 
- Sales Management 101: Setting Goals and Motivating Staff 
- Navigating Generation Gaps in the Workforce 
- Lease Funding for Lessors 
- Credit Union Lessors Roundtable 
- How to Plan and Execute an Effective Sales Meeting 
- Legal, Legislative, Tag and Title Update 2008 
- Consumer Lessor Roundtable 
- Fleet Lessors Roundtable

The 40th Anniversary Conference will be full of surprises. An exciting complement of social events and entertainment including a special recognition of past NVLA presidents, the presentation of the Clemens Pender Award and a very special guest speaker, as well as the Annual Golf Tournament all serve to balance the educational events of the Conference with some lighter social opportunities. There's no better place to network with your peers, bankers, suppliers and the like. These special events help foster new relationships, rekindle old friendships and cement business opportunities. All this and more is included in your Conference registration.

Who should attend?

Anyone involved in the auto leasing business or who supplies products and services to this industry, including: Independent Leasing Companies, Banks, Credit Unions, Manufacturers, Dealers, Upfitters, Auctions, Computer/Software services, Credit Reporting services, Funding Sources and Banks, Credit Unions, Insurance Providers, Legal services, Vehicle Maintenance and Repair services, Vehicle Manufacturers, Remarketing services and Transportation services. For more information on the NVLA Annual Conference contact NVLA headquarters at 800-225-NVLA, or info@nvla.org, or visit the NVLA website at www.nvla.org.

About the National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA)

NVLA provides educational opportunities, promotes responsible legislation and communicates with members regarding developments and trends in vehicle leasing. NVLA promotes the independent leasing industry while encouraging the highest ethical and professional standards.