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New Year, New Horizons: James Cress on Leadership, Industry Momentum, and Fun Firsts

New Year, New Horizons: James Cress on Leadership, Industry Momentum, and Fun Firsts

Update: 2025-01-28
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Welcome to the first episode of Equipment Finance Matters in 2025 – it’s bursting with optimism and excitement as Alexa welcomes ELFA Board Chair and Vice President and General Manager at Flex Financial, Stryker, James Cress. Hear about James’ journey through ELFA, from attending events like Capitol Connections to helping form initiatives like the Emerging Talent Advisory Council and the Women’s Council. James shares insights on the industry’s momentum and how new CEO Leigh Lytle's vision is pushing boundaries. Plus, you’ll enjoy fun, personal tidbits like the first piece of equipment James ever financed and his dream skill to master. 

For questions or comments: acarnibella@elfaonline.org 

To read James' interview in the January/February issue of the Equipment Leasing & Finance magazine, go to: https://www.elfaonline.org/news-and-publications/magazine/issue/article/jan-feb-2025/paying-it-forward 

Subscribe to Equipment Finance Matters on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipment-finance-matters/id1500464877

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New Year, New Horizons: James Cress on Leadership, Industry Momentum, and Fun Firsts

New Year, New Horizons: James Cress on Leadership, Industry Momentum, and Fun Firsts