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The spread of consumer-style regulations into commercial business-to-business transactions continues in California as Senate Bill 1286 has been signed into law by Governor Newsom and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025. Simply put, SB 1286 will significantly affect debt collection practices in California as part of the state's broader efforts to apply consumer protection laws to commercial credit and financing transactions. SB 1286 will impact most businesses that extend credit to other businesses in the State of California by expanding the scope of the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (RFDCPA) to include certain commercial debts. This legislation extends consumer debt collection protections to business debts up to $500,000. Unlike the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the RFDCPA applies to a creditor collecting its own debts in its own name, as well as to third-party collectors or attorneys collecting debts on behalf of another. SB 1286 will undoubtedly expose businesses to lawsuits for many routine transactions when businesses fail to adhere to the new law. In this presentation, we will walk through the key aspects of SB 1286 and touch on various ways credit professionals and financial executives can prepare for July 1, 2025.

Speaker:

Christopher Ng, Managing Partner, Gibbs Giden Turner Senet & Wittbrodt LLP

Christopher Ng is the managing partner of Gibbs Giden. Chris primarily represents companies in a wide range of business, commercial and construction transactions and disputes. Chris is a member of the State Bar of California, Texas, and District of Columbia and licensed to practice in all California state and federal courts. Chris is also an educator, active speaker, published author and frequent contributor to local, regional and national legal publications. For his achievements, Chris was named a “Legal Visionary” by the Los Angeles Times in 2023, and has been named a “Rising Star” and “Superlawyer” by Los Angeles Magazine and Super Lawyers® (Thomson/Reuters) regularly since 2009 (including again in 2024).

Chris is nationally recognized in the field of construction law and regularly pens articles and contributes to treatises for construction industry professionals and other lawyers including publications by ENR Engineering News-Record, Wolters Kluwer Law & Business (California Construction Law), BNi® (Acret’s California Mechanics Lien Laws), the California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) (California Mechanics Liens and Related Construction Remedies and California Construction Contracts, Defects and Litigation), Business Credit Magazine, and the American Bar Association (ABA) Forum on Construction Law.

In addition to his current position as an Adjunct Professor of Business Law at the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics and Graduate Business Program at California State University Northridge, Chris has taught the Legal Environment of Business at Pepperdine University and is a guest lecturer of construction law at Loyola Law School (Los Angeles). Chris is also a frequent speaker and educator on construction law for organizations including the ABA, National Association of Credit Management (NACM), Los Angeles County Bar Association, Credit Management Association (CMA), Levelset, and Lorman Education Services, and was a featured speaker at the 2012 (Las Vegas), 2015 (Boca Raton), and 2019 (Los Angeles) Annual ABA Forum

on Construction Law meetings. In 2013, Chris was appointed to the Division 9 Steering Committee of the ABA Forum on Construction Law primarily representing the interests of specialty trade contractors and suppliers in the construction industry on a national and global basis.

Since 2015, Chris has served on the ABA Forum’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of the vital role diversity plays in the industry. In 2023, Los Angeles Business Journal recognized Chris as a 2023 Leader of Influence to honor Chris’ achievements in law and diversity. In March 2023, Chris also received the Pepperdine Caruso School of Law Alumni Award for Diversity and Belonging to recognize Chris’ efforts in promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the legal profession.

Taylor Jennings, Associate Attorney, Gibbs Giden Turner Senet & Wittbrodt LLP

Taylor Jennings is an associate in Gibbs Giden’s Westlake office. Taylor represents clients in an array of business and commercial matters and has accrued professional experience in complex civil litigation, contract drafting and analysis, and real estate transactions and disputes.

While in law school, Taylor externed for judges in the Central District of California and Santa Clara Superior Court, conducted antitrust and corporate governance research, and piloted several Pepperdine arbitration and negotiation teams to inter-school competition victories.

Prior to attending law school, Taylor worked as a collegiate play-by-play sports broadcaster and journalist while playing baseball for Westmont College.

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Join us for a comprehensive webinar designed specifically for credit managers in Arizona! Discover essential insights into navigating the complexities of liens and bonds in the state. Our expert speakers will delve into key topics including lien laws, bond requirements, best practices for compliance, and strategies for resolving disputes effectively. Whether you're new to managing credit or seeking to deepen your knowledge, this webinar equips you with the tools and knowledge necessary to protect your interests and ensure smooth operations.

About the Speaker

Michael Murray, Principal Attorney, Lanak & Hanna, P.C.

Michael focuses on plaintiff-side construction and business litigation, particularly job rights cases including mechanics’ liens, stop notices, and payment bonds. On the business end, he has represented clients in a wide range of business matters, and has carved out a particular specialty in medical supplier cases, including the successful negotiation of a $1.75 million settlement against defendants who were threatening bankruptcy. Michael is also licensed in Arizona, where he handles contract claims, job rights and business litigation on behalf of Lanak & Hanna’s clients with interests there.

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Discover how AI and machine learning are transforming credit management. Embark on a conversation that explores how technology enhances risk evaluation, automates decision-making, and improves efficiency in credit assessment. Learn about the latest innovations and practical applications shaping the future of credit. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in an evolving financials landscape.

Speaker:

Craig Simpkins, Global Leader, Accounting, Finance, and Supply Chain Early Talent Development Corporate Finance, Johnson Controls International

Craig Simpkins has held many positions in shared services, including order-to-cash functions, global process ownership, and financial reporting and analysis. Craig has worked in accounting and finance roles for more than 25 years and has authored several whitepapers and webinars. He has an MBA and a MS in accounting and is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). Craig is based at the company headquarters in Milwaukee, WI.

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In Part 2 of our inclusivity series, we’ll dive deeper into transforming inclusive strategies into tangible actions. This webinar will focus on practical steps and real-world applications to build a more equitable, effective, and forward-thinking workplace. 

Topics will include: 

• Implementing inclusive practices – Turning theory into actionable strategies  
• Measuring impact – How to assess the effectiveness of inclusivity on team performance 
• Maintaining momentum – keeping inclusivity at the forefront of organizational culture through leadership.

Speaker:

Angela Thurman, PMP, Founder & CEO, Thruman & Co

Angela joined the aerospace field in 1988, working as an Electrical Engineer for NASA. Within a month of holding this position, she witnessed the STS-26 Space Shuttle’s return to flight following the Challenger disaster. She cites this as her favorite aerospace moment and still remembers the energy and excitement in the air that day.

She believes that manufactured goods are the backbone of the economy, and she continues to support this claim with the work that Thurman Co provides.

The intersection of her careers in manufacturing, engineering, and project management provides a unique area of expertise for Angela and Thurman Co. In the WiM feature, Angela discusses her certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) in more depth.

She shares that she was trained by Dr. Harold Kerzner at NASA while she worked as an Electrical Engineer at NASA Glenn in Cleveland, Ohio. She would continue her career in this way, exploring many subject areas and gaining knowledge about diverse fields which she would eventually merge together with Thurman Co.

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Join us as we explore the key factors shaping Europe's 2025 economic landscape, from trends in confidence, labor markets, wages, and inflation to geopolitical risks like US tariffs and EU political instability. We'll also examine credit risk developments, including business failures, B2B payments, and the 2025 interest rate outlook—insights to help you navigate Europe's evolving economy.

Speakers:

Markus Kuger, Chief Economic Advisor, Baker Ing Receivables Mgt

Markus Kruger is a freelance economist with extensive experience in macroeconomic and political analysis. Previously a lead economist for a global business information provider in the UK, he returned to Germany in 2021 and now advises Baker Ing on economic developments and political affairs.

An experienced report writer and public speaker, Markus has delivered keynote speeches, appeared on television, and provided in-depth research on economic and political trends. He specializes in translating complex data into actionable insights for diverse audiences, helping businesses navigate an ever-evolving economic landscape.

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Validating credit history and payment patterns is becoming increasingly complex, especially when traditional methods—such as faxed, emailed, or mailed bank references—go unanswered. Without sufficient financial data, assessing creditworthiness can be challenging, potentially impacting business decisions.

This 30-minute session will explore how digital bank references can streamline credit evaluations, improve response rates, and enhance risk management. Paul Medlin, Sales Manager, will discuss:

• The advantages of digital bank references for faster, more reliable credit assessments
• How digital tools help credit managers prevent fraud, set accurate credit limits, and mitigate risk
• Strategies for improving response rates from financial institutions
• Real-world examples of credit managers successfully integrating digital processes 

Join us to learn practical solutions for modernizing credit assessments and ensuring access to the financial insights you need.

About the Speaker

Paul Medlin, Sales Manager, Thomson Reuters® Confirmation

With over 22 years of experience, Paul Medlin is responsible for guiding clients of all sizes to profitable technology solutions, with a core emphasis on Financial Services and the Fortune 500. He's dedicated to making sure Thomson Reuters customers in North America experience peak efficiency and security through the Confirmation platform.

Originally from Duluth, Minnesota, Paul now resides in Excelsior, Minnesota, and enjoys activities such as boating, fishing, golfing, and cross-country skiing.

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Join us for a comprehensive webinar tailored for credit managers navigating the complexities of liens and bonds in Washington State. This webinar will discuss crucial topics such as understanding lien laws, strategic bond management, compliance essentials, and effective risk mitigation strategies. Whether you're new to credit management or seeking to refine your expertise, this webinar offers practical guidance and actionable insights to safeguard your business interests effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and stay ahead in managing liens and bonds in Washington.

About the Speaker

Natasha Buchanan, Principal, Lanak & Hanna, P.C.

Natasha Buchanan is an experienced construction litigator that has dedicated her practice to handling the broad needs of contractors throughout the construction process. Natasha was named to the 2021 Southern California Rising Stars List as a top construction attorney by Super Lawyers.

Natasha represents a variety of general contractors, subcontractors and sureties in public and private works construction, contractual disputes, prevailing wage and employment law. For her contactor clients, she represent contractors from contract drafting, public agency bid disputes, the inception of a project to the resolution of claims in litigation, including prosecuting and defending construction contract claims. Natasha also represents sureties in the investigation and evaluation of performance and payment bond claims, project takeover and completion efforts and indemnity disputes.

Natasha also handles employment claims including prevailing wage claims, apprenticeship issues, labor claims and wage and hour litigation. She has successfully represented employers against labor claims in court and in administrative hearings related to prevailing wage laws and Labor Code compliance issues with the Labor Commissioner, Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, and Labor Compliance Programs.

Natasha has considerable trial and arbitration experience including jury and bench trials. Natasha has built a reputation for fierce advocacy by vigorously representing her clients, providing them with straightforward legal advice which leads to favorable results for them.

Prior to joining Lanak & Hanna, Natasha worked as a litigation associate for a regional law firm representing individuals and small businesses in the areas of business, commercial and real estate law.

Natasha continues to serve her alma mater as a member to the Chapman University Fowler School of Law’s Alumni Advisory Board. The board assists the law school in the planning of networking opportunities for alumni and current students and provides valuable input regarding career services, bar exam preparation, and MCLE opportunities. Natasha previously served a term as Chair of the Board (2014-2015).

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An inclusive approach to credit management can strengthen decision-making, enhance client relationships, and improve overall business performance. This webinar will provide insights into the importance of inclusivity in the workplace and its impact on credit professionals.

Key topics include:

• Defining inclusivity and understanding its role in workplace success
• Recognizing unconscious bias and how it influences decision-making
• Developing strategies to create a more inclusive and effective team culture
• Exploring leadership’s role in fostering an environment that values diverse perspectives

Join us to gain practical strategies for integrating inclusivity into your credit management approach to drive better outcomes.

Speaker:

Angela Thurman, PMP, Founder & CEO, Thruman & Co

Angela joined the aerospace field in 1988, working as an Electrical Engineer for NASA. Within a month of holding this position, she witnessed the STS-26 Space Shuttle’s return to flight following the Challenger disaster. She cites this as her favorite aerospace moment and still remembers the energy and excitement in the air that day.

She believes that manufactured goods are the backbone of the economy, and she continues to support this claim with the work that Thurman Co provides.

The intersection of her careers in manufacturing, engineering, and project management provides a unique area of expertise for Angela and Thurman Co. In the WiM feature, Angela discusses her certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) in more depth.

She shares that she was trained by Dr. Harold Kerzner at NASA while she worked as an Electrical Engineer at NASA Glenn in Cleveland, Ohio. She would continue her career in this way, exploring many subject areas and gaining knowledge about diverse fields which she would eventually merge together with Thurman Co.

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Antitrust laws often spark uncertainty and misconceptions, especially in the realm of credit management. This webinar separates fact from fiction, providing credit managers with a clear understanding of antitrust regulations and their practical implications. Explore common myths, learn how to navigate compliance confidently, and discover strategies to safeguard your organization while fostering collaborative business practices. Gain the insights you need to ensure your credit practices align with legal requirements and industry standards.

Speaker:

Wanda Borges, Member, Borges & Associates, LLC

Wanda Borges is the principal member of Borges & Associates, LLC, a law firm based in Syosset, NY. For more than 29 years, Ms. Borges has concentrated her practice on commercial litigation and creditors' rights in bankruptcy matters, representing corporate clients and creditors' committees throughout the United States in Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court settlements, commercial transactions and preference litigation. She is the Immediate Past President of the Commercial Law League of America and has been an Attorney Member of its National Board of Governors, a Past Chair of the Bankruptcy Section and a past member of the executive council of its Eastern Region. Ms. Borges is a member of the American Bar Association, the American Bankruptcy Institute, the Hispanic National Bar Association and the Turnaround Management Association, and is an associate member of the International Association of Commercial Collectors. She is a regular lecturer for NACM and its Affiliated Associations on commercial and corporate law (including ECOA, the Uniform Commercial Code and FCRA), insolvency matters, creditors' rights issues, antitrust law and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Ms. Borges has authored, edited and contributed to numerous publications including Thomson West's Enforcing Judgments and Collecting Debts in New York, the NAB book Out of the Red and Into the Black, the BCCA's Credit & Collection Handbook, the CLLA Commercial Law Journal, Bulletin, Debt 3 and Bankruptcy Section newsletters-including her treatise "Hidden Liens, Who is Entitled to What?"-and NACM's Antitrust, Restraint of Trade and Unfair Competition: Myth Versus Reality, Manual of Credit and Collection Laws and Principles of Business Credit. She has co-authored The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 - An Overhaul of U.S. Bankruptcy Law, also published by NACM.

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This webinar will provide a practical, creditor-focused introduction to the insolvency systems of four countries, using the U.S. bankruptcy process as a familiar basis for comparison. Bankruptcy and restructuring lawyers from Canada, China, Mexico, and the United Kingdom will join Lowenstein Sandler for a discussion about their respective countries’ insolvency systems. The panelists will discuss their countries' laws, courts, and procedures - with a particular emphasis on what trade creditors should be prepared to watch out for, including key parties, claims assertion and reconciliation, getting paid, case exit options, and clawback claims. Amid growing global economic uncertainty, this program is a “must see” for any member with significant international exposure

Moderator:

Bruce Nathan, Partner, Lowenstein Sandler LLP

With more than 35 years of experience in the bankruptcy and insolvency field, Bruce Nathan is a recognized leader nationwide in trade creditor rights and representation of trade creditors in bankruptcy and other legal matters. He has represented trade and other unsecured creditors, unsecured creditors' committees, secured creditors, and other interested parties in many of the larger Chapter 11 cases that have been filed. Bruce also handles letters of credit, guarantees, security, consignment, bailment, tolling, and other agreements and legal credit issues for the credit departments of institutional clients.

Among his various legal recognitions, Bruce received the Top Hat Award in 2011, a prestigious annual award honoring extraordinary executives and professionals in the credit industry. He was co-chair of the Avoiding Powers Committee, which worked with the American Bankruptcy Institute's (ABI) Commission to Study the Reform of Chapter 11, participated in ABI's Great Debates at its 2010 Annual Spring Meeting—arguing against repeal of the special BAPCPA protections for goods providers and commercial lessors—and was a panelist for a session sponsored by ABI. He is a frequent presenter at industry conferences throughout the country, as well as a prolific author regarding bankruptcy and creditors' rights topics in various legal and trade publications. Bruce is a co-author of Trade Creditor Remedies Manual: Trade Creditors' Rights under the UCC and the U.S Bankruptcy Code, published by ABI at the end of 2011. He also has contributed to ABI Journal and is a former member of ABI's Board of Directors and former co-chair of ABI's Unsecured Trade Creditors Committee.

Presenters:

Stuart Brotman, Partner | Leader, Insolvency & Restructuring, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP

Stuart Brotman is Leader of the firm's Insolvency and Restructuring Group. Acting in all nature of insolvency proceedings, Stuart assists clients in bankruptcy, receivership and restructuring under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCCA), the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, the Canada Business Corporations Act and the Winding-up and Restructuring Act.

Stuart has considerable cross-border experience, having advised clients under the CCAA and Chapter 15 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Advising both private and public companies, these clients include a broad range of stakeholders, including debtors, creditors, suppliers, customers and other contracting parties and monitors, receivers and trustees in bankruptcy. He also frequently represents prospective purchasers in pursuing and completing asset sales in domestic and cross-border insolvency proceedings.

Stuart is regularly involved in lending transactions, advising primarily on recovery and intercreditor issues. He has particular experience with the interaction between traditional bank financing and alternative financing in the mining sector (eg., streaming and royalties). Stuart also maintains an active commercial litigation practice.

An active speaker, Stuart regularly writes and presents on topics related to insolvency and creditors’ rights. Stuart is a member of the prestigious Insolvency Institute of Canada. He is recognized by Chambers Canada, the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, among other publications.

John Du, Partner, JunHe

Since joining JunHe, Mr. Du has successfully represented numerous multinational companies, many of which are Fortune 500 companies, in their China investments and operations in a variety of industries and services ranging from pharmaceuticals and biotech companies, auto parts, precision metal, new energy, data analytics, architectural design, entertainment, and cosmetics distribution. With assistance from his colleagues in JunHe’s China offices, Mr. Du has represented both US and Chinese clients in some highly difficult negotiations of M&A transactions as well as formations and separations of Sino-foreign joint ventures.

His successful representation of clients doing business in China has earned him special recognition, including Top Lawyer (M&A, China) nomination by AsiaLaw in 2011, and Leading Lawyer (Private Equity) nomination by IFLR 1000 in 2012, 2013 and 2014, and Leading Lawyer in Corporate/M&A by China Law and Practice in 2015. He is also a frequent speaker at such venues as PLI and ABA on legal issues relating to doing business in China.

In recent years, Mr. Du has also represented some blue chip Chinese companies in their expansion into the US market and has often acted as their outside general counsel on a variety of assignments, ranging from initial corporate setup to M&A and private investment. Along with other US bankruptcy lawyers, he has co-represented Chinese investors participating in US bankruptcy proceedings including 363 sales.

Ricardo Orea M., Partner CDMX, Santamarina + Steta

Ricardo is part of the firm's transactional and financial group with more than 15 years of experience in the practice areas of banking and finance, infrastructure project financing, mergers and acquisitions, and restructuring and bankruptcy. He joined the firm in 2007 and was promoted to partner in 2020.

He has advised domestic, international and multilateral commercial and development banks, as well as other financial institutions, companies and project developers on a wide range of financing transactions, including social infrastructure, energy and transportation projects, as well as corporate, aircraft, vessel and other asset financing transactions. Ricardo's advice typically includes not only the structuring and implementation of financings but also refinancing and restructuring aspects of the same in coordination with the firm's dispute resolution team.

Ricardo also has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and corporate matters in general, and has advised various national and international clients in investing and establishing a presence in Mexico, as well as in the acquisition of businesses and in strategic partnerships with other companies to develop projects in the aeronautical, manufacturing, energy and infrastructure sectors, among others.

Gawain Moore, Partner Restructuring & Insolvency, Walker Morris LLP

Gawain jointly leads our Restructuring & Insolvency Group with Duncan Lole. Gawain’s work is focused on insolvency and restructuring advice, in particular advice to directors of distressed companies, distressed M&A, complex cross-border insolvencies, the use of CVAs and schemes of arrangement as restructuring tools and insolvencies with a contentious element, including fraud.