William G. Sutton

William G. Sutton, CAE, is the president and chief executive officer of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association, 1825 K Street NW #900, Washington, DC 20006, 202-238-3400, www.ELFAonline.org. ELFA is a trade association that has represented the $903 billion equipment finance sector, including financial services companies and manufacturers engaged in financing capital goods, for more than 50 years.

Articles by William G. Sutton

Fair Market Value or $1 Buyout Lease?

For small to mid-sized job shops that are looking to acquire equipment, financing provides a way for them to preserve their capital, in addition to numerous other benefits. Here are five questions they must answer to determine the appropriate leasing option for their operation.

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Discover the Future of Welding: The Careers in Welding Mobile Experience Comes to MiCareerQuest SE

Sponsored by Lincoln Electric, the 53-foot single-expandable trailer offers visitors an immersive experience with virtual welding on state-of-the-art VRTEX® 360 Virtual Reality Welding Simulators. Each day, the student achieving the highest score on these virtual welding stations will receive a $1,000 scholarship awarded by the AWS Foundation.

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AWS Issues Proclamation for the 10th Anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week

November 17-24, 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week. AWS’s proclamation calls on industry leaders and employers to champion apprenticeship programs for individuals from all backgrounds, including those from historically underserved communities.

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Airgas Receives Military Friendly 2025 Gold Recognition

Airgas was recognized by VIQTORY for the third consecutive year as a military friendly employer. The company continues its 42 year history of supporting veterans and military families, actively recruiting associates with military experience.

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