SFNet's International Lending Conference 2026
May 19 to 20, 2026
London
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Join us in the heart of London for SFNet's International Lending Conference, a dynamic conference of global lenders, innovators, and dealmakers.
Network with influential players, explore game-changing ideas, and access the intelligence you need to excel in the global market. SFNet's International Lending Conference is your gateway to making meaningful connections and driving success across borders.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the SFNet Europe Chapter for their invaluable support of this conference.
Hotel Recommendations
SFNet does not partner with specific hotels for our ILC event, but we can recommend the following properties. All hotels listed below are walking distance to the DLA Piper Offices:
Montcalm Royal London House - Finsbury Square
Leonardo Royal London - St Paul’s
Premier Inn London Farringdon (Smithfield)
Agenda*
Tuesday, May 19
2:00 pm
Registration opens
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Welcome and Introductions
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
First Brands Case Study
This panel analyzes the First Brands fraud, with a focus on diligence, monitoring, and structuring lessons for lenders. A key takeaway is that some lenders lost waterfall priority after failing to complete required bank product notification letters, highlighting the critical importance of procedural discipline. Panelists will offer perspectives from field exams, supply chain finance, and factoring to compare notification and non-notification approaches.
4:30 pm - 4:45 pm
Break
Sponsored by Goldberg Kohn
4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
AI & Technology
Presented by the SFNet Europe Chapter NextGen Committee
During this panel, we'll explore AI and emerging technologies in secured finance, with a focus on cross-border applications and alignment with the U.S. chapter’s June New York tech conference. Panelists will examine how tools such as supply chain data analytics could detect fraud risks, like duplicate transactions seen in cases such as First Brands, and discuss practical innovations shaping the market.
Panelists: Pieter de Kok, Head of Clients & Data, Finterface
Ian Fredericks, CEO of Capital Solutions (Americas), Hilco Global
Sameer Sehgal, CEO, Tradystream
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Opening Reception
Sponsored by Hilco Global Professional Services
Wednesday, May 20
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Registration, Breakfast, Networking
Breakfast sponsored by Goldberg Kohn
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Keynote Session with Nicole Bearne
Sponsored by Bank of America and Norton Rose Fulbright
Nicole Bearne is the founder of The Comms Exchange and the former Head of Internal Communications with the Mercedes Formula 1 team. Drawing on her experience leading communications and culture, Nicole will share insights on building engaged, high-performing teams that thrive under pressure. She will be joined for this fireside chat by Alister Bazaz, Head of International Asset Based Finance, Bank of America.
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Break
Sponsored by Goldberg Kohn
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Diversity in Credit Rooms
This Women in Secured Finance-sponsored panel explores diversity in credit room decision-making, examining how cultural and institutional differences influence outcomes. Featuring lender-only participants from North America and Europe, the discussion will highlight firsthand perspectives from women shaping credit decisions across global markets.
Moerator: Paula Langridge, Head of UK Asset Based Lending, Bank of America
Panelists: Amanda Alushani, CFA, Senior Investment Manager, Gordon Brothers
Gina Flynn, Portfolio Manager, Wells Fargo Capital Finance UK
Majorie Lapras, Principal–Debt Financing & Capital Markets, AURELIUS
Katharine Weeden, Regional Sales Director, Leumi ABL
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch & Prize Giveaway
Lunch sponsored by Goldberg Kohn
Giveaway sponsored by Rouse Services
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Germany & France Case Study
Explore a real life cross-border restructuring in Germany and France for a U.S. parent ABL borrower group, where compromises for a PE sponsor relaxed an optimal lending structure. The less than ideal structure created significant downstream challenges when the U.S. parent filed Ch 11. A weak German manufacturing market and French socioeconomic barriers to a quick resolution of the debt, gives ILC attendees a rare opportunity to learn from reality rather than theory.
2:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Break
Sponsored by Goldberg Kohn
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Unlocking the Mystery of EU Directive CRD VI
Our panelists will examine how lending to European subsidiaries could land lenders in hot water under this new regulation. Gain practical insights, learn how to protect your deals, and ensure you are prepared for the changes ahead.
Panelists: Bobbi Acord Noland, Partner, Parker, Hudson, Rainer & Dobbs LLP
David W. Morse, Partner, Otterbourg P.C.
Frans van der Eerden, Partner, NautaDutilh
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Networking Reception
*Agenda is subject to change.
Thank you to our conference host
Thank you to our conference sponsors
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Cancellation policy
All cancellation requests must be made in writing. Email requests to Betty at BLam@sfnet.com.
- Registration open - April 19, 2026: Full refund, minus a 10% administration fee per registration
- After April 19, 2026: No refunds
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First Time Attendee - NextGen & Emerging Leader Rate: $250
Member Price: $975
Non-Member Price: $1220
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