Fortra Newport Beach
Nationwide Private Lending Conference
August 25-26, 2026
VEA of Newport Beach
An Exclusive Private Lending Conference for Networking, Deal-Making, and Growth
Fortra Newport Beach brings together private lending professionals, brokers, developers, and investors for two days of networking, insights, and opportunity. Discover new ways to fund projects, meet key decision-makers, and grow your business through meaningful relationships.
Why You Attend Fortra Newport Beach:
- Expert-led sessions with actionable insights
- Interactive discussions on industry trends
- Guided networking to turn prospects into partners
- Connect with key players in private lending
Join hundreds of industry leaders at Fortra Newport Beach to explore capital solutions, share ideas, and strengthen the relationships that drive success.
Conference Agenda
This agenda is shown for reference only and reflects our Las Vegas conference. The Newport Beach agenda will follow a similar format, with updated topics, panels, and speakers to be announced soon.
MONDAY, March 30 2026
Conference Agenda
12:00 PM
Registration Opens
12:00 PM – 4:00PM
Exhibit Set Up
2:00 PM -3:00 PM
Education Session
To Insource or Outsource? The Real Costs, Risks, and Rewards of Loan Servicing
3:00 PM -4:00 PM
Broker Session
Why Partnerships Matter: Broker – Lender Best Practices from Application to Funding
4:00 PM -5:00 PM
Education Session
Ask an Attorney: Your Private Lending Legal Questions Answered
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Women in Private Lending Cocktail Event
at The Chandelier Bar
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Welcome Reception
TUESDAY, March 31, 2026
Registration Opens
Hosted Breakfast
Opening Remarks
PANEL
The Use of Institutional Capital: Building a Business Investors Want
Networking Break
PANEL
The Data-Driven Lender: Market Insights, Economic Forces & the New Role of AI
Hosted Lunch
Keynote Speaker
TBD
Education Session
Insourcing Servicing
Networking Break
PANEL
State of Private Lending: National Market Trends & Economic Outlook
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Private Lender Roundtables
Closing Cocktail Party
Official After Party TBD
Built for the Private Lending Leaders of Tomorrow
Fortra Conferences - Newport Beach brings together lenders, investors, brokers, developers, and key service partners for two days of high-value insights and strategic connections that move business forward.
A Curated Network That Creates Opportunity
Each year, Newport Beach attracts the full spectrum of private lending professionals. This focused, diverse mix makes it easy to meet new partners, strengthen existing relationships, and uncover opportunities that matter.
Insights That Translate Into Action
From expert-led sessions to structured networking and early access through the event app, every element of Fortra Newport Beach is intentionally designed to help you stay ahead of market shifts and gain a measurable advantage.
Strength
Industry Strategy
& Market Insight
Strategy
Building High-Value
Connections
Connections
Risk, Compliance
& Legal Protection
Featured Speakers
VIP Sponsors
Exhibitor Sponsors
Exposure Sponsors
