4:00-7:00pm 
Upstairs at Caroline
109 East 7th Street
Austin

Network in Downtown Austin’s premier urban rooftop with cocktails and delicious Southwestern cuisine!

This event is sponsored by the National Private Lenders Association. The event fee must be paid separately from your conference ticket.

There is no charge for NPLA Members if your RSVP is submitted on time.

10:00am – 1:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Park View A&B

NPLA members will meet to discuss progress, goals, and strategic initiatives for the association and the industry in the coming year.

This is a closed event for Corporate and Associate NPLA members only.

Beginning at 2:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

Take advantage of our early check-in to expedite entry to the NPLA Networking Session and VIP Cocktail Party.

Please bring your ID and proof of registration

2:00pm – 4:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom        

Please be sure to check in prior to sponsor set up.

4:00pm – 6:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

The Networking begins! Start the evening with an opportunity to meet and have a drink with sponsors, guests, brokers, and network with new contacts.

This event is for all attendees

7:00pm – 9:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Palm Court

A gathering of NPLA Conference Sponsors & Guests, kicking off what will be a great event! Don’t forget you must check-in and pick up your name badge before entering the party.

This event is for registered Sponsors, Premier, and General Admission Guests only.

8:00am
The Fairmont Hotel
Palm Park

Arrive at 8:00 am to get checked in, have a leisurely breakfast, and find your seat.
If you have already checked in and are wearing your lanyard with name badge, there is no need to check in again.

Breakfast will end promptly at 8:45am.
Breakfast is for registered Sponsors, Premier, and General Admission Guests only.

9:00am – 9:30am
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

Devyn Bachman, SVP of Research & Ops at John Burns Research & Consulting, will share JBREC’s macroeconomic outlook for housing. In addition, she will dive into quantitative and qualitative trends driving the current market conditions for investors and lenders in both the for-sale and for-rent sectors.

10:35am – 11:15am
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

Executives from the top capital-providing firms will discuss the current state of Private Lending and the broader market dynamics, including trends and growth opportunities and short- and long-term predictions for the industry.

11:20am – 12:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

Learn how to maximize your balance sheet and minimize your risk. Executives will discuss best practices for successful lending, such as tips for managing risk in the current interest rate environment, properly underwriting loans, and evaluating borrowers.

12:05pm – 1:20pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Palm Park

Join us for a delicious catered lunch.

Lunch is for registered Sponsors, Premier, and General Admission Guests only.

1:30pm – 2:30pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

Join us in welcoming our Special Guest Speaker, Jason Garrett, former NFL QB, Superbowl-winning Head Coach of the Dallas Cowboys and NBC Sports Commentator. He’ll inspire and motivate you towards success both on and off the field.

2:35pm – 3:15pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

The financial landscape is in constant flux, influenced by global events, technology advancements, and evolving consumer and investor preferences. It is vital for our industry to stay ahead od the curve. Leading experts in private lending will share their insights, analyses an predictions for the next 12-18 months.

3:20pm – 4:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

In this panel, you will learn the impact of new technologies and innovations in the industry. We are all competing in the age of AI – learn the strategies and tools you need,  from data collection, marketing, valuations, insurance, legal, and more.

4:00pm – 6:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom C

Close out the day with this amazing  Networking opportunity! Meet and have a drink with sponsors, guests, brokers, and network with new contacts.

This event is for all attendees

6:00pm – 7:00pm
The Fairmont Hotel
Congressional Ballroom

7:30pm – 9:30pm
Iron Works
100 Red River Street,
Austin

NPLA members and invited guests will meet for a private dinner to celebrate the accomplishments of the NPLA. The event will be held at the authentic, casual Southwestern barbecue restaurant, Iron Works.

This event is for NPLA members and Special Guests only

10:00pm – 1:30am

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar
421 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701

Time to celebrate! Enjoy cocktails, dancing, music, singing and great entertainment.

This event is for Sponsors, Premier & General Admission (excludes NPLA Lites)