NEXGEN Committee

Who We Are

Our mission is to support the IFA’s commitment to attract, develop, engage, and retain the next generation of factoring talent.

Established to address the evolving needs of younger professionals within the factoring world, the NEXGEN committee focuses on creating valuable resources, networking opportunities, and engaging programing. We aim to promote industry knowledge, insights into the state of the markets we serve, and develop leadership skills that help take careers to the next level.

Through a variety of events, both formal and informal, we provide opportunities for new industry members to exchange ideas and build lasting relationships with peers and mentors alike.
By engaging with the NEXGEN Committee, community members gain access to a wealth of resources and become part of an international network of colleagues, all dedicated to the advancement of the factoring profession.
 

Committee Members

	NEXGEN Committee Co-Chair Chad Eberly (General Manager and Co-founder of Encore Funding – Cleveland, OH) Chad Eberly has spent over a decade overseeing business operations and is a big proponent of leveraging factoring programs to free up working capital for entrepreneurs. Prior to Encore, he served as the Manager of Risk Assurance at PwC, auditing and advising clients on business process and IT controls. His creative and solution-oriented approach to factoring has helped to establish true partnerships throughout his network. As a member of the NEXGEN committee, Chad is perfectly positioned to help educate the next generation of professionals on the factoring industry.
	NEXGEN Committee Co-Chair Trishaala Ninan (Director of Marketing at REV Capital – Woodbridge, ON, Canada) Trishaala Ninan specializes in strategic planning to rapidly grow B2B companies with over a decade of marketing and corporate communications experience across several sectors including Real Estate, Retail, and Finance. Trishaala’s expertise in the marketing industry and her ability to adapt effectively and efficiently has proven to be a huge asset to REV Capital and the factoring industry. As Co-Chair of the NEXGEN committee and through her industry involvement, Trishaala seeks to continue involving young talents and women within the factoring space.
	Loren Shifrin (Founder & CEO at REV Capital - Woodbridge, ON, Canada) Loren Shifrin is the Founder and CEO of REV Capital (formerly Revolution Capital). He is a highly ambitious young entrepreneur with over fifteen years of experience building brands and growing portfolios in the factoring industry. Having held an executive role for over a decade, Loren has developed an extensive set of skills and experiences that allow him to keep up with his ambition. As chair of the NEXGEN committee, Loren will play a pivotal role in attracting, retaining, and engaging the future of the factoring industry.
	Paige Runyard (Credit Manager – Accounts Receivable Financing at First Business Bank – Madison, WI) Paige Runyard began her career at First Business Bank nine years ago as an auditor within the asset-based lending group. Seven years into her role, she made the switch to factoring, taking on the role of Credit Officer. In her short time, she has successfully helped underwrite and onboard an acquisition of over 70 clients and helped managing the portfolio totaling over $50MM NFE. As part of the NEXGEN committee, Paige hopes to continue meeting and learning from others in the industry.
	Robert Center (Sr. Relationship Manager at Quasar Capital – Cedar Park, TX) Robert joined the Quasar team as an account manager with the goal of becoming a trusted advisor to individual clients and small businesses. He excels in recommending high-impact solutions that help small businesses achieve profitability and individual clients reach their goals. After spending nearly a decade working in corporate relocation servicing clients worldwide, Robert knows what it truly means to deliver exceptional client experiences—and it’s all about building meaningful relationships. It’s how well you connect with the heart-beating people you’re trying to help and communicate your understanding back to them. Robert’s upbeat and compassionate demeanor has enabled him to be successful in working with individual clients in stressful periods of life. He is a strong team-builder and motivator who leads by example and improves productivity among the team by simplifying processes and tapping into his expertise in the modern tools that we all use daily.
	Carson Harmonson (Portfolio Analyst at Dare Capital – Austin, TX) Carson Harmonson is a recent and promising graduate of St. Edwards University with a bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship. Before joining Dare Capital as a Portfolio Analyst, Carson helped grow a local water sports venue from one thousand customers per season to ten thousand customers in a single summer. Since then, Carson has become passionate in helping entrepreneurs surpass their goals with asset-based lending and factoring solutions. As a member of the NEXGEN committee, Carson hopes to help in the pursuit of NEXGEN’s goal to build partnerships within the factoring industry.
	Madison Majecki (AVP of Business Support at Triumph – Dallas, TX) Madison Majecki brings over a decade of experience in factoring to her role as Assistant Vice President, Business Support at Triumph. Since joining the organization in 2010, Madison has taken on roles such as funding processor, customer service representative, and business support manager, gaining a deep understanding of Triumph’s operational processes and the factoring industry. As AVP, Business Support, Madison focuses on improving efficiency through technology and streamlined processes. She is known for her ability to identify challenges, develop practical solutions, and drive meaningful improvements. Colleagues rely on her as a subject matter expert and problem solver, consistently turning to her for guidance and support. Madison's leadership is rooted in a commitment to excellence and a forward-thinking approach to business challenges. Her ability to simplify processes and embrace innovation has enhanced her team’s effectiveness and contributed to Triumph's success in a competitive and evolving industry.
	Wallace Vaughan (Chief Executive Officer of FactorCloud LLC - Atlanta, GA) Wallace Vaughan has spent 15 years working in the finance sector, with most of that time focusing on driving efficiencies through technology. His last role was as Head of Enterprise Risk at Global Payments Inc, and before that he was a Senior Manager in the financial services consulting practice at EY, where he was standing up carve-outs and mergers of large multinational financial services institutions. After years of dealing with SaaS vendors, his biggest asset is understanding what clients need and how to get it to them quickly. As a member of the NEXGEN committee, Wallace is well positioned to make sure that the technology being developed aligns with the real world needs of factors trying to execute.

For any questions or inquiries about the IFA NEXGEN Committee or its impact, please contact nexgen@factoring.org