AAPL has never been busier, and neither have the people helping move it forward. What a lean internal team of three once handled has expanded into a seven-person operation fully embedded across programming, partnerships, member services, events, content, and strategic initiatives. That growth has created more capacity to execute projects from “good idea” territory into [...]
Our September Member Spotlight shines on RAM Financial Group! What should we know about RAM Financial Group? RAM Financial Group is a well-established property tax lender in the state of Texas. After a couple decades focused on municipal finance, RAM is now returning to its private lending roots as more property owners around the country [...]
Jersey City, N.J. – August 25th, 2026 – Asset Based Lending (ABL), a national private lender and a driving force behind the next generation of real estate investment, today announced it has funded its 10,000th real estate investment project, marking a significant milestone in the company's continued growth and commitment to serving real estate investors [...]
Westlake Village, CA – August 27, 2026 – Velocity Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VEL) today announced a definitive agreement to acquire the operating platform of longtime AAPL member Toorak Capital LLC, a business-purpose lending and asset management firm which is majority owned by funds advised by affiliates of KKR, a leading global investment firm. Toorak has [...]
Success creates opportunities. Significance creates impact. On September 17, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Impact Others will bring together an extraordinary group of entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, executives, and community leaders at The Invite, 1520 East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034, for A Night of Impact, benefiting Project Dakota and The Invite, Phoenix. [...]
Our August Member Spotlight shines on Zack Farris, Founder & CEO at LendlyX! How long have you and/or your company been an AAPL member? I just joined What benefit are you most looking forward to from membership/why did you join the association? I joined AAPL primarily for the educational opportunities. I'm new to the private [...]
Ask Kevin Kim to describe himself. His answer bypasses the resume entirely. The interview has been going for nearly an hour—law school, banking, the firm, COVID, his daughters, his father’s death—when AAPL asks the final question: If someone summed you up in one or a few words, and it actually fit, what would it be? [...]
AAPL Education Forum: Elevating Knowledge. Strengthening the Industry. AAPL is proud to announce an exciting evolution in our educational programming. After thoughtful consideration and feedback from our members, we are retiring the Fund Forum and introducing a broader, more inclusive platform: the AAPL Education Forum. The AAPL Education Forum expands beyond fund‑specific content to deliver [...]
Our July Member Spotlight shines on Jeremy Altervian, President & Founder at Vault Financial Services! How long have you and/or your company been an AAPL member? 3 Years What have you found to be most beneficial from AAPL membership? The most beneficial part of AAPL membership has been the relationships. The education resources are excellent, [...]
As we conclude another incredible annual conference, I’ve been reflecting not only on what we achieved this past year but also on the tremendous opportunities ahead. Our industry continues to expand, innovate, and mature—and it’s our shared commitment to excellence that drives us forward. Last year’s conference was one of our strongest yet, a powerful [...]
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Nominations are open until August 30, 2026, with voting from September 7-30, 2026. We’ll announce recipients at our Annual Conference.
Member of the Year (MOTY): This award goes to a member based on their deep expertise, unique value, and strong commitment to clients and the industry.
Rising Star: Rising Stars are members who have accomplished outstanding growth in their company or industry sector over the past year.
Community Impact: Recipients improve their local communities or our industry through volunteering, development programs, or civic efforts.
See past award winners, award rules, and participate in the 2026 nomination and voting process here.
VIP RECEPTION // Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while catching up with VIPs from across the country, all overlooking the gorgeous Las Vegas Strip. AAPL Members may RSVP during conference registration at no additional cost; for non-members it is $199/ticket.
NETWORKING BREAKFASTS & SESSION BREAKS // Early-risers will appreciate plentiful coffee and a selection of pastries, protein, and more – along with the opportunity to talk shop in a quieter atmosphere. Session breaks feature an energetic environment with a variety of snacking options.
AFTER-HOURS RECEPTION // Continue conversations with fellow attendees, sponsors, and speakers in the Exhibit Hall while enjoying complimentary hors d’oeuvres and two drink tokens.
OFFICIAL AFTER-PARTY // For those who hate to say goodnight, each year a few sponsors plan a little something extra to wrap up your day … or help segue from all-business to all-fun. We’ll mark the party as official and provide information about how to attend.
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Grand Prize – Custom Championship Belt & VIP Admission to Power Room event in St. Augustine, FL (February 27th – March 1st, 2023)
2nd Place – 2023 AAPL Annual Conference Bundle to include Individual Membership, 1 Conference Ticket and 1 VIP Reception pass.
3rd Place – 1 year AAPL Individual Membership