SAVE THE DATE!

Captivate 2025 Encore at Wynn Las Vegas | May 1-2, 2025

Innovate 2025 VEA Newport Beach | August 21-22, 2025

SAVE THE DATE!

May 1-2, 2025
Encore at Wynn
Las Vegas, NV

CONFERENCE AGENDA

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Private Lender Roundtables
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Exhibit Set-Up
Located in the Encore Ballroom
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Women in Private Lending Cocktail Hour
Calling all Women in Private Lending: Join us as we sip and celebrate Captivate 2025! Come ready to mingle as we engage with other women in the private lending industry with a networking game!
Women in Private Lending
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Welcome Reception at Encore Beach Club - RSVP Required
Join us at Encore Beach Club inside the Encore to kick off Captivate.
This event is open to all Captivate attendees who have RSVP'd to the Welcome Reception.
Please note that Encore Beach Club is a 21+ venue. I.D. will be required to enter.
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
8:30 AM
Registration Opens
8:30 AM
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Hosted Breakfast
Fuel up with breakfast before a day full of networking. Thank you to our sponsor, Center Street Lending for hosting breakfast.
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Opening Remarks
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Scaling Beyond Fix & Flip: Making the Move to DSCR Loans
The demand for long-term rental financing is growing—are you ready to pivot? This panel explores how lenders can transition from fix-and-flip to DSCR loans. Learn about underwriting, borrower demand, wholesale, table funding and other capital provider options, and the best strategies for entering this lucrative space.
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall
Renovo Financial
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
The Evolution of Private Lending: Navigating Transitional Phases
Private lending is constantly evolving—how do you adapt? This panel examines key transitions in the industry, from shifting borrower demands to regulatory changes and economic cycles. Learn from seasoned lenders who have navigated major market shifts and positioned themselves for long-term success.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
Hosted Lunch
12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Securitization in 2025: Going Direct & Navigating Market Shifts
Securitization continues to evolve—how are private lenders adapting? This session dives into the current state of the securitization market, the rise of direct access, and key strategies for structuring deals in today’s economic climate. Gain insights from industry experts on where the market is headed and how to stay competitive.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall
Renovo Financial
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Future of Tech in Private Lending: Where Are We Headed?
Technology is revolutionizing private lending, but where will it take us next? This panel brings together industry innovators to discuss emerging tech that will shape lending in 2025 and beyond. Learn how to stay ahead of the curve and leverage new tools for efficiency and growth.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall
Renovo Financial
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Finding Riches in the Niches: Unlocking Market Opportunities
In private lending, the biggest profits are often found in the smallest niches. This discussion highlights emerging lending opportunities, from short-term rentals to specialized commercial projects. Discover how to identify, evaluate, and capitalize on high-growth segments before the mainstream catches on.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Closing Cocktail Reception
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Captivate Afterparty
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Captivate 2025 Encore at Wynn Las Vegas May 1-2, 2025

Innovate 2025 VEA Newport Beach August 21-22, 2025