TUCSON, Ariz. -

The National Vehicle Leasing Association’s annual conference gets underway today with two tracks of content based on the traditional lease market as well as for attendees interested in venturing into the lease-here, pay-here space.

NVLA conference organizers also designated special sessions dedicated to accounting, credit trends, legal compliance and technology developments during the event that takes place at Westin LaPaloma Resort in Tucson, Ariz.

“This conference is an important event for vehicle leasing professionals,” said Tarry Shebesta, chief executive officer of Automobile Consumer Services who will be moderating a panel discussion.

“Changing markets, financing and technology have made staying ahead of the competition a challenge,” Shebesta continued. “This conference is designed to support maximum information exchange, promote interaction among conference delegates and provide access to industry experts on issues crucial to the leasing business.”

A presentation by Manheim chief economist Tom Webb as well as a keynote address by Joe Arpaio, who is known as “America’s toughest sheriff,” are some of other conference highlights. A few of the other experts on tap to be a part of the event include:

—Ricky Beggs, Black Book
—Alec Gutierrez, Kelley Blue Book
—Jack Pierce, Manheim
—Dan Kennedy, GM Remarketing
—Angela Shovein, Hudson Cook
—Bill Martellaro, NetDriven
—Rusty West, Market Scan
—Mike North, Katz, Sapper & Miller
—Don Jasensky, Automotive Personnel
—Bill Crawford, Wilmar Leasing

More details can be found at www.nvla.org.