Accounting & Leasing Industry Affiliations
ECS Financial maintains memberships in various professional associations within the accounting and equipment financing industries.
Equipment Leasing & Finance Association
ELFA is the trade association representing financial services companies and manufacturers.
National Equipment Finance Association
NEFA is a national association serving small to mid-size independent equipment finance companies, brokers, and lessors.
American Institute of CPAs
AICPA, the world's largest member association for the accounting profession, sets ethical standards, auditing standards, and develops the CPA Exam.
Illinois CPA Society
The Illinois State Professional Association represents more than 25,700 accountants. ICPAS offers timely, relevant resources and information for accountants.
Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP)
The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) designation is the leading credential for equipment leasing and financing professionals worldwide who demonstrate competency through testing, continuing education, commitment to business practices, and dedication to the industry.
Canadian Lease and Finance Association (CLFA)
The Canadian Finance & Leasing Association (CFLA) represents the asset-based financing, vehicle and equipment leasing industry in Canada. It advocates for the interests of its members, promotes best practices, and provides resources to support the growth and integrity of the industry.
Independent Community Bankers of America
The Independent Community Bankers of America, the voice for over 6,000 community banks of all sizes and charter types, represents the community banking industry and its members through advocacy, education, and high-quality products & services.
National Association of Realtors
The National Association of Realtors® is America's largest trade association, representing over 1.1 million members, including NAR's institutes, societies, and councils, involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
Illinois Realtors
Real estate resources and education for Illinois realtors, real estate professionals, consumers, and members of the Illinois Association of Realtors.
IMA
IMA is the worldwide association for accountants and financial professionals working in business.
“ECS has been a tremendous,
valued resource that we use on a daily basis. They have been an accounting expertise that we have relied upon strategically for a litany of projects
over the past 15 years. ECS is truly invaluable to our business.”
“I’ve dealt with ECS for many years
and admire their professionalism and Midwest work ethics. I really believe that ECS put me on the right track to organize and grow my business. Who could ask for anything more?”
-Michael Green,
Dakota Financial, LLC
-Bob Underwood,
Specialty Funding