The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation is proud to announce that 22 individuals have recently earned their CLFP designation after successfully passing the online proctored CLFP Exam. The newest CLFPs represent a wide range of companies and roles across the equipment finance industry, reflecting a shared commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards. They are:
- Annie Barnes, CLFP Associate – Finance Coordinator, APPROVE
- Lucas Barnes, CLFP – Senior Customer Service Analyst, Channel
- Laura Bartholomew, CLFP – Telesales Executive, DLL
- Benjamin Beattie, CLFP – Underwriting Analyst III – Working Capital, Channel
- Heather Bienapfl, CLFP – Funding Coordinator II, Channel
- Jessica Buehler, CLFP – Collections Specialist, Channel
- Brittany Cornelius, CLFP – Underwriting Analyst II, Channel
- Elizabeth Henderson, CLFP – General Counsel, Altec Capital Services, LLC
- Kimberly Her, CLFP – Accounting Analyst, Channel
- Samuel Johnson, CLFP – Credit Administrator, Arvest Equipment Finance
- Colette Kampa, CLFP – Senior Accounting Analyst, Channel
- Ryan Larson, CLFP – Debt Collector, DLL
- Ricardo Leon Mayorga, CLFP – Credit Manager, Quality Equipment Finance
- Neil Manns, CLFP – Sales Manager – Renewals, Channel
- David Moteelall, CLFP – Team Leader Lease Accounting, Compeer Financial
- Gray Salter, CLFP – Senior Finance Manager, APPROVE
- Jason Sawicki, CLFP Associate – Telesales Executive, DLL
- Brian St. Louis, CLFP – Head of Collections and Recovery – US, DLL
- Amber Stevens, CLFP – Creative Director, Beacon Funding Corporation
- Matthew Sutherland, CLFP – Regional Account Specialist, Arvest Equipment Finance
- Adam Thornberg, CLFP – Underwriting Analyst, Channel
- Nicole White, CLFP – Senior Accounting Analyst, Channel
Gray Slater shares, “I graduated from Appalachian State University in 2020 as a Journalism major, spending most of my time working in radio and broadcasting. When I received the opportunity to begin working in sales for APPROVE, I primarily received the opportunity due to interpersonal skills, rather than any extensive knowledge or previous experience with financing.
During the last 5+ years, I have learned primarily through day-to-day experience and the insight of my colleagues. The Academy and CLFP certification provided an opportunity to get specialized, formal training about things I now encounter every single day. I was excited to push myself to understand the material in depth and further hone my knowledge within my professional field. After receiving my CLFP certification, I was formally promoted to Senior Finance Coordinator here at APPROVE. I am very grateful for the opportunity to have taken the course and am proud to be the newest CLFP!”
The CLFP designation represents the highest standard of knowledge and integrity in equipment finance, uniting professionals who are committed to advancing the industry through excellence and continued learning. There are currently Certified Lease & Finance Professionals and Associates located throughout the United States (including Puerto Rico), Canada, India, Pakistan, Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. For more information, please visit www.CLFPFoundation.org.