Where Connections Drive Innovation
Auto Finance Summit East 2026 brings together the leaders shaping the future of auto lending and leasing at a time when credit conditions, regulatory scrutiny, and technology adoption are redefining how the industry operates.
Hosted over three days, Auto Finance Summit East delivers an executive-level experience designed for professionals who value substance, candor, and meaningful connection. This is not a surface-level conference—it’s where strategy is challenged, innovation is examined in real-world context, and relationships are built that extend well beyond the event.
Why Attend Auto Finance Summit East 2026?
Networking That Moves the Needle
Auto Finance Summit East is intentionally designed to foster high-value connections. From curated networking moments to receptions hosted in the exhibit hall, attendees gain direct access to peers, partners, and solution providers navigating the same challenges. It’s an environment built for conversation—not crowds.
Executive Insight from the Industry’s Top Leaders
The 2026 agenda features candid fireside conversations and executive dialogue with leaders from the nation’s largest auto finance organizations, including:
- Scott Cooke, President & CEO, Toyota Financial Services
- Ernst Jan van Eijkelenburg, President & CEO, Volkswagen Financial Services
These discussions deliver unfiltered perspective on sales execution, leasing strategy, technology investment, and expectations for the remainder of the year.
Content Designed for Today’s Auto Finance Reality
Auto Finance Summit East 2026 addresses the issues senior leaders are actively managing, including:
- The shift toward dynamic underwriting and real-time risk assessment
- Navigating used-vehicle value volatility and recovery risk
- Balancing originations growth with fraud prevention, compliance, and portfolio performance
- The evolving subprime auto lending landscape
- Practical approaches to digital transformation, embedded finance, APIs, and automation
- A forward-looking macroeconomic and automotive industry outlook
Sessions are practical, timely, and built to deliver insight you can act on immediately.
Technology and Innovation—Without the Noise
Through live product showcases and concise demos, Auto Finance Summit East highlights emerging technologies shaping auto finance today. See what’s new, understand where value is being created, and evaluate solutions in a focused, efficient format.
An Experience Backed by Results
Auto Finance Summit East continues to earn strong attendee satisfaction year after year. Professionals return for the quality of the audience, relevance of the content, and the opportunity to engage directly with decision-makers across the auto finance ecosystem. Secure your spot today!
