- 19 May 2026
- Online
2026 F&I Industry Virtual Summit
The F&I Virtual Industry Summit 2026 brings finance and insurance leaders together to explore the future of digital F&I. It delivers expert insights on compliance, consumer behaviour, and high‑performance dealership strategies.
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We are excited to announce the launch of the inaugural and prestigious F&I Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements and innovation of F&I professionals within the automotive industry. This is your opportunity to showcase your organization’s excellence and be honored for your contributions to the industry. As a leader in the automotive sector, your dedication to providing exceptional F&I solutions and services has made a significant impact on customer experiences and dealership performance. We invite you to submit your entry and share your success story with industry peers and experts.
With the continual implementation of new and revised insurance laws, as well as the need for F&I professionals to maintain their CPD points on an annual basis, event specialists Creative Space Media together with NADA will be hosting the 2026 F&I conference on the 19 May 2026.
Bringing together the best and brightest executives in auto Finance and Insurance into one virtual platform, the event will provide industry stakeholders with up-to-date information, innovative sales techniques and unparalleled networking opportunities to help navigate the year ahead. The dynamic and highly interactive programme will include local and international experts, leading industry stakeholders, motivational speakers and highly-regarded sales experts.
The event will be held virtually with a plenary, breakaway sessions and will feature a virtual expo for delegates to network directly with various OEMs, dealerships, banks, insurers, and VAS providers.
ATTENDANCE WILL EARN DELEGATES UP TO 8 HOURS OF THEIR TOTAL CPD POINTS.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Event: 19 May 2026
- Venue: Online
- Submissions Close: 30 October 2023
- Judging: 1 & 2 November 2023
- Event: 8 November 2023
SOME TOPICS UNDER DISCUSSION WILL INCLUDE:
- Automotive Industry Trends 2026
- Auto insurers and financiers: What does your future look like?
- The Rise of Digital Retail
- Overcoming objections and closing the deal in F&I
- The role of F&I in promoting financial wellness and education
- Legal and compliance
- Risk manage The impact of the legislation (POPIA) on communication between dealers, customers, and finance and insurance companies.
- Understanding the impact of higher interest rates on auto consumers in South Africa