We may be ringing in a New Year, but there’s no need to make it a New You. The conversations coming out of our annual conference almost exclusively point in one direction: Success in 2024 will not be gained by finding new frontiers, gutsy pivots, or anything else that may resemble a shiny penny. The [...]
No, not for food. Professionally, are you hungry? Eager to dive into your next deal, project, task? Looking for the next opportunity for your business, your career? Are you invigorated, energized, ready? If your answer is “nope,” take a moment. Right now. What’s the block? Is there a change you can make—however small—that you’ve been [...]
Anyone can claim to be a leader, but the key question is this: Will your team—and success for your business—follow? Good leadership is like the light, permeating into every aspect of the business. Poor leadership, on the other hand, is like the shadow, darkening many areas of the organization. What is the cause and effect [...]
As 2020 closes, any reflection of the past months reaches the same conclusion: This. Year. Has. Been. Hard. The thing that’s held us together is that regardless of what’s going on in the wider world, we know our members and the industry count on us to keep going. Especially during the coronavirus crisis, we have [...]
(NEW YORK, September 9th, 2020) – Verus Mortgage Capital has designated a new division, Verus Commercial Real Estate Finance (“VCREF”) to pursue origination opportunities in commercial real estate credit. VCREF is a balance sheet commercial real estate direct lender that will provide capital for a wide range of real estate asset classes nationwide. VCREF’s senior [...]
During the past several months, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the world came as close to a near-standstill as we are ever likely to see. Then, clear incidents of police brutality and injustice drove our nation to protests, and in many cases violence, in all 50 states. At just a little more than halfway through [...]
Your Association Update As we settle into 2020, we at your friendly American Association of Private Lenders continue our dedication to our three pillars: ethics, advocacy and education. Here’s what we’ve been up to during the past quarter. Ethics One of the largest benefits we provide to our members is helping to safeguard their reputations. [...]
If you thought 2019 was a big year for AAPL, you ain’t seen nothing yet (to quote one of the top songs of the 70s and, yes, it’s Bachman Turner Overdrive, if you’re wracking your brain). We’re opening the decade with our best foot forward as the private lending industry’s oldest and largest trade association. [...]
Looking back on 2019—the year that marked our 10th as your association—it’s clear that it’s been both our busiest and, in my perspective, our best. Although we’ve had a smaller team than ever before, we successfully launched some of our most ambitious initiatives yet: Government Relations // Our inaugural eight-person, member- led Government Relations Committee [...]
Nobody likes being micromanaged, but one too many bosses are guilty of it. Dealing with a controlling boss is difficult but what if they are not aware that they are controlling? When a meeting begins with: “I am not a micromanager” in one breath and in the second they start dictating, that is a classic [...]
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Nominations are open until August 23, 2024, with voting from September 1-30, 2024. 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 2024 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 from the OMNIA’s private deck. AAPL Members may RSVP during 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 while enjoying complimentary hors d’oeuvres and two drink tokens.
AAPL’S 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.
AAPL ANNUAL CONFERENCE APP // On iOS, Android, and desktop, the app is your insiders’ guide to getting the most out of #AAPLANNUAL. Connect with fellow attendees and export your connections at anytime. The app is your personalized schedule, conference navigation system, notebook, and more!
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One App for All Attendees.Download the AAPL Annual Conference App for desktop, IOS and Android.
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Step 1: Purchase your conference ticket. You must be registered for the main conference to gain access to the app. Step 2: Download the app: The AAPL Annual Conference app is available for download on IOS and Android. Desktop capability will be enabled shortly before the start of the conference and is accessible from the mobile app. Step 3: Wait for your email notification: To access the 2023 event, we’ll add you to the app event using the email provided on your registration. You will receive an email notification when this happens. We’ll start adding attendees to the app in September. Step 4: Explore & Build Your Profile: You can start connecting with other attendees even before the conference. Complete your profile with your bio, photo, contact info, social media, etc. As #AAPLANNUAL draws closer more app features will become available. You’ll be able to build your schedule, see what you’re RSVPed to and more — all from the app. Have other questions? Please email us at contact@aaplonline.com. |
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