Introducing the NPLA Conference to the WOBS Network

WOBS has secured special discounted ticket access for our network. Join lenders, brokers, investors and real estate professionals this June at Hard Rock Atlantic City.

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Josh Buchter
May 14, 2026

A major private lending conference is coming to Atlantic City

Wolf of Broad Street is excited to introduce our network to the National Private Lenders Association Conference, taking place June 22 and 23, 2026 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.

For those who may not be familiar, NPLA brings together private lenders, brokers, capital providers, real estate investors, developers, realtors and service providers for two days of education, networking, lender access and deal-making.

If you are involved in real estate, financing, investing, lending, development or services connected to real estate transactions, this is an event worth having on your radar.

Why we think this matters

Private lending continues to play a major role in how real estate investors and developers get deals done.

Traditional financing does not always move fast enough or fit every project. That is where private lending, DSCR, fix and flip, bridge, construction, multifamily and other investor-focused loan products can create real opportunities.

The NPLA Conference puts many of the key players in the same room.

You are not just hearing general market talk. You are meeting lenders, learning what they actually fund and getting a better understanding of how deals are being structured in today’s market.

Who should consider attending?

Brokers

If you work with real estate investors, this is a major opportunity to meet direct lenders, compare loan products and better understand who is funding which types of deals.

The conference includes a dedicated Broker Room with broker-specific programming, including a Broker Workshop and Lender Product Showcase.

For brokers, this is a chance to strengthen your lender relationships, expand your product knowledge and bring more options back to your investor clients.

You can also learn more about the NPLA Broker Certification and the benefits that come with it.

Realtors

For realtors, this is a chance to better understand how private lending can help your investor clients compete, move faster and structure deals more creatively.

If you work with investors, developers, landlords, flippers or commercial buyers, knowing the right lending options can help you become a stronger resource.

You will also be in the room with potential clients, lending partners, capital sources and service providers who are active in the investment real estate space.

Lenders

For lenders, this is a room full of relationship opportunities.

You can meet brokers who are actively producing, connect with peers, understand what other lenders are seeing in the market and hear from leaders on private credit, DSCR, underwriting, automation, AI, fraud prevention and where capital is moving.

Title companies, attorneys, appraisers and service providers

If your company serves lenders, brokers, investors or real estate operators, NPLA gives you access to a highly concentrated audience of private lending decision makers.

This could be a strong fit for title companies, law firms, appraisers, insurance providers, technology platforms, marketing companies and other service providers connected to real estate transactions.

Special WOBS ticket opportunity

General Admission tickets are normally $1,395.

Through Wolf of Broad Street, our network has access to a special $300 General Admission ticket.

That ticket includes access to conference programming, networking sessions, catered meals, parties, exhibitor hall access and the conference networking app.

If you have been looking for a way to get closer to private lending, investor financing, capital partners or real estate deal flow, this is a very strong opportunity at a major discount.

Agenda

Explore our agenda packed with opportunities to expand your professional circle, join educational sessions, and be entertained - all designed to facilitate valuable connections in private lending.

Monday, June 22nd
Beginning at 11:00 AM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom Foyer

Sponsor check-in is available to allow time to set up your exhibitor booth before the NPLA Networking Session and Kick-Off Cocktail Party.

Please bring your ID and proof of registration.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom

Please be sure to check in prior to sponsor set-up.

Beginning at 1:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom Foyer
Guest Check-In

Check in early to gain access to the NPLA Networking Session and Kick-Off Cocktail Party.

Please bring your ID and proof of registration.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom
NPLA Networking Session Sponsored by EntityScan AI

The Networking begins! Start the evening with an opportunity to meet, have a drink with sponsors, guests, and brokers, and network with new contacts.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, The Balcony
Women’s Networking Event

Join us for a lively women’s networking hour featuring a fun, interactive game designed to spark quick connections. Grab a cocktail and mingle with fellow attendees. 

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, The Balcony
Kick-Off Cocktail Party

Join NPLA Conference sponsors and guests at our opening party to kick off an amazing event! Remember to wear your name badge for entry.

This event is for registered Sponsors, Premier, and General Admission Guests only.

Tuesday, June 23rd
Beginning at 8:00 AM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom Foyer
Check-In

Please bring your ID and proof of registration.

8:00 AM – 8:45 AM

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom

Breakfast

Join us for breakfast and networking.

Breakfast will end promptly at 8:45 am.

Breakfast is for all attendees.

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, General Session
Morning Session Welcoming Remarks: Jon Hornik & Amy Kame

Welcome!

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, General Session
Private Credit Under Pressure: Capital Markets, Liquidity & the Next Lending Cycle

Private credit is facing a new level of scrutiny, and real estate lenders are watching capital markets conditions more closely than ever. This panel will examine liquidity, warehouse lines, investor appetite, spreads, and how today’s private credit environment is shaping lending strategy. Hear from capital providers and market leaders on what they are seeing now, where capital is tightening, and where opportunity still exists.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom
NPLA Networking Session Sponsored by EntityScan AI

An amazing opportunity to network and build valuable connections  with sponsors, guests, brokers, and network with new contacts.

This event is for all attendees.

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, General Session
The DSCR Shift: How Non-QM Lenders Are Entering the Investor Loan Market

As more non-QM lenders move into DSCR, the investor lending landscape is becoming more competitive and more sophisticated. This panel will explore why lenders are entering the space, how they are approaching product design, and what evaluation techniques matter most when sizing and structuring DSCR loans. The discussion will also cover how lenders are differentiating in a market where execution, consistency, and credit discipline matter.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, Broker Room
Broker Workshop: Featuring Top Producers in Private Lending

This interactive broker workshop is built around the real questions, deal scenarios, and business challenges brokers are facing right now. Led by experienced, high-producing brokers in the private lending industry, the session will provide practical feedback on deal structuring, packaging, lender fit, borrower communication, and more.

11:45 AM – 12:30 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, General Session
Lending at Speed: Automation, AI & the Future of Loan Execution

Technology is no longer a side conversation in lending operations. This panel will focus on how lenders are using automation, AI, and smarter workflow tools to improve speed, reduce fallout, and create a better borrower and broker experience. From intake and underwriting to fraud detection and document flow, the conversation will center on where technology is actually driving results.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Brighton Ballroom
Lunch Break

Join us for a delicious catered lunch.

Lunch is for all attendees.

1:30 PM – 2:15 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, General Session
Where the Deals Are: Products, Demand & Opportunity Across Real Estate Lending

Lenders are adjusting product strategy in real time as borrower demand shifts across asset classes and loan types. This panel will explore where lenders are actively deploying capital today, which products are gaining traction, and how teams are adapting to meet the needs of real estate investors. Expect a practical discussion around what is working, what is slowing down, and where the next lending opportunities are emerging.

2:15 PM – 3:15 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, Broker Room
Lender Product Showcase

Give brokers and investors direct, no-middleman access to lenders across the full spectrum of programs—DSCR, fix-and-flip, ground-up construction, land, large commercial, cannabis, foreclosure/auction, and more. The focus is educational: what each lender actually funds, where their products fit in today’s market, and exactly how to submit a clean file. Every table represents a distinct niche or product set, so attendees leave knowing who to call, what to send, and how to move live deals forward.

3:15 PM – 4:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom, General Session
Trust but Verify: Underwriting, Fraud Prevention & Credit Discipline in Today’s Market

In a more competitive and more scrutinized market, strong underwriting and risk controls matter as much as growth. This panel will examine how lenders are approaching borrower vetting, collateral review, valuation concerns, and fraud prevention while still keeping deals moving. The conversation will focus on what disciplined lenders are doing today to protect capital and improve loan quality.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom
NPLA Networking Session Sponsored by EntityScan AI

An amazing networking opportunity where you can close out the day with an opportunity to meet and have a drink with sponsors, guests, brokers, and network with new contacts.

This event is for all attendees.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Seminole Grand Ballroom
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM Sound Waves Theater
Official After Party

Time to celebrate with cocktails, dancing, and an unforgettable performance by Brian Kirk & The Jirks! This event is all attendees.

Sponsorship opportunities are available

For companies looking to get in front of private lenders, brokers, capital providers, investors and real estate service professionals, sponsorship opportunities are also available.

This could be a strong fit for lenders, title companies, law firms, appraisal companies, insurance providers, technology companies, marketing companies and other businesses serving the real estate and lending space.

If you are interested in sponsorship, reply to this email and we can help point you in the right direction.

See you in Atlantic City

We are excited to share this opportunity with the WOBS network and help more local and regional real estate professionals get introduced to the private lending world.

Whether you are a broker, realtor, lender, investor or service provider, this is a room worth being in.

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