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    Who is Debt Connection, Inc.?

    Debt Connection, Inc. is the parent company and curator behind two premier accounts receivable management events: Collection & Recovery Solutions (CRS) and the Debt Connection Symposium & Expo (DCS). Operating from its San Diego, CA headquarters (incorporated in November 2024), Debt Connection serves as a central hub for professionals in credit, collection, fintech, debt buying, legal services, and recovery operations to connect and collaborate.

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    Collection & Recovery Solutions (CRS)

    CRS is an annual focused event platform offering training, peer roundtables, and connections for collection and recovery leaders. Since its acquisition by Mark Naiman in 2022, CRS has continued to evolve with an emphasis on compliance education, operational best practices, and fintech integration.

    Debt Connection Symposium & Expo (DCS)

    DCS is a flagship industry convention, established in 2006, that brings together professionals from financial services, fintech, debt sales, collections, legal, and technology sectors. The event features a blend of keynote education, interactive “Ask the Regulators”, โ€œGreat Debateโ€ sessions, breakout roundtables, and exhibitor networking. DCSโ€ฏ2025 will be held Octoberโ€ฏ7โ€“10 at the Four Seasons New Orleans, continuing its mission to deliver โ€œedutainingโ€ content with hospitality, community, and actionable insights.

    Our Mission

    Debt Connectionโ€™s mission is to empower the ARM community through curated educational events, industry networking, and immersive learning experiences. By producing CRS and DCS, Debt Connection fosters collaboration, innovation, and regulatory awareness among creditors, fintech firms, debt buyers, agencies, legal teams, and technology providers.

    Key Topics Covered

    Debt Connection events cover a wide spectrum of critical issues in receivables management, including:

    Federal and state regulatory updates (e.g., compliance, FDCPA, consumer protection)

    Technology in collections and recovery (e.g. automation, AI, Blockchain, digital identity)

    Debt buying strategy and portfolio valuation

    Credit union, auto finance, and fintech vertical panels

    Operational best practices and compliance roundtables

    Trends in skip tracing, litigation, recovery effectiveness, and vendor selection

    • Federal and state regulatory updates (e.g., compliance, FDCPA, consumer protection)
    • Technology in collections and recovery (e.g. automation, AI, Blockchain, digital identity)
    • Debt buying strategy and portfolio valuation
    • Credit union, auto finance, and fintech vertical panels
    • Operational best practices and compliance roundtables
    • Trends in skip tracing, litigation, recovery effectiveness, and vendor selection

    These sessions are designed for professionals seeking peer-led roundtables, interactive debate, and actionable takeaways.

    Why Debt Connection Events Stand Out

    Curated by Industry Veteran: With Mark Naiman leading the charge, these events reflect decades of ARM experience and strategic vision.

    Diverse Learning Formats: Attendees engage through a combination of large plenaries, regulator Q&A, “Fast Trackโ€ idea sessions, and moderated roundtables (e.g. Great Debate).

    High-Level Networking & Exhibits: Debt Connection events connect buyers, vendors, attorneys, agencies and creditors under one roof, driving collaboration and deal-making.

    City-Level Experience: DCS events combine ABMโ€‘style education with hospitalityโ€”offering exceptional venues and onsite experiences (e.g. four-, five-star locations like Four Seasons New Orleans).

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is Debt Connection, Inc.?2025-07-29T12:29:38-04:00

    Debt Connection, Inc. is the parent company behind two signature ARM industry events โ€” Collection & Recovery Solutions (CRS) and the Debt Connection Symposium & Expo (DCS) โ€” designed to educate and connect professionals in collection, recovery, debt buying, fintech, legal, and credit services.

    Where and when is the next Debt Connection Symposium (DCS)?2025-07-29T12:29:38-04:00

    DCS 2025 will be hosted October 7โ€“10 at the Four Seasons Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana.

    What kind of professionals attend these events?2025-07-29T12:29:37-04:00

    Attendees include creditors, debt buyers, collection agency leaders, fintech firms, compliance professionals, vendor providers, legal practitioners, and credit unions.

    How does CRS differ from DCS?2025-07-29T12:29:36-04:00

    CRS is a more focused and intimate workshop-style event geared toward collections and recovery strategy, while DCS is a larger expo-style conference that blends education, networking, vendor exhibits, and interactive sessions.

    Are the events open to new attendees and startups?2025-07-29T12:29:32-04:00

    Absolutely. Both events welcome professionals new to the space as well as early-stage fintechs, startups, and service providers looking to enter or expand in the collections and recovery ecosystem.

    Can exhibitors and sponsors participate?2025-07-29T12:29:33-04:00

    Yes. Both events offer robust exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities. DCS in particular includes an expo floor with vendor booths and sponsor branding options. Exhibitor space may sell out in advance.

    What makes DCS unique compared to other ARM events?2025-07-29T12:29:34-04:00

    DCS offers unique programming like โ€œAsk the Regulators,โ€ the โ€œGreat Debate,โ€ Fast Track presentations, and peer roundtables, all within a hospitality-rich environment that blends learning with meaningful networking.

    Who organizes the events?2025-08-08T08:56:18-04:00

    The events are led by respected industry professional Mark Naiman.

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