International Factoring Association Announces NEXGEN Award Recipients
San Luis Obispo, CA, March 25, 2024 – The International Factoring Association (IFA), in conjunction with the IFA NEXGEN Committee, announced the winners of the inaugural NEXGEN Awards. The award categories were announced in January 2024 to celebrate talented individuals who had significantly impacted their companies and the factoring industry. Due to the overwhelming number of nominees, the NEXGEN Committee created a fifth award category for IFA Ally Members, in addition to the Rookie, Innovator, Leader, and Rainmaker. The recipients will be honored at the IFA Annual Conference on May 1st in Miami, Florida, where their achievements will be celebrated in front of industry peers and leaders.
The award recipients include:
NEXGEN Rookie – Olivia Hudson, Portfolio Manager at Sallyport Commercial Finance, LLC
NEXGEN Innovator – Marie-Pascale Laguë, Director of Business Development Operations at Accord Financial
NEXGEN Leader – Nolan Reichert, Vice President, Head of Originations at Haversine Funding
NEXGEN Rainmaker – John Center, Partner at Quasar Capital Partners
NEXGEN Ally – Sam Elitzer, President at FactorGenie
The IFA NEXGEN Committee managed the requirements, submissions, and deadlines for the awards, ensuring a fair and transparent process.
IFA NEXGEN is an inclusive and engaging group designed specifically for young professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve and thrive in the commercial finance industry. It is a vibrant and dynamic community that brings together the brightest and most ambitious minds at the early stages of their careers.
The IFA will be hosting the NEXGEN Leadership Summit October 7-9 in Austin, TX. This event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and rising stars for two days of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and collaborative learning experiences. Registration will be opening soon, so stay tuned for your chance to be part of this inaugural event.
For more information on IFA NEXGEN, visit https://www.factoring.org/nexgen.
About the International Factoring Association
Incorporating a vast network of more than 425 corporate members, the International Factoring Association (IFA) proudly stands as the global leader among associations for commercial finance enterprises. Our esteemed membership encompasses a diverse range of industry players, including independent factoring firms, bank owned factors, and other prominent receivables finance organizations.
IFA's core mission is to empower the Factoring community with cutting-edge resources, advanced training, substantial procurement advantages, and a centralized hub of knowledge and support. Since our establishment in 1999, the International Factoring Association has consistently served as a dynamic platform for member organizations to convene, deliberate on pertinent issues, exchange best practices, disseminate vital information, and advocate for a unified voice within the marketplace. For more information, visit www.factoring.org.