The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation is pleased to welcome its newest class of CLFPs: 18 industry professionals who have demonstrated mastery of the equipment finance body of knowledge by passing the rigorous CLFP Exam. Representing diverse companies and roles across the industry, these individuals have joined an elite community united by a commitment to professional excellence and ethical practice. They are:
- William Anderson, CLFP – Customer Solutions Lead, Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC
- Jarvis Beames, CLFP – Credit Manager, Zions Bancorporation N.A.
- Joshua Bavaro, CLFP – Sales Executive, Apple Financial Services, DLL
- Elizabeth Bergeron, CLFP – Senior Manager, Vice President, Hancock Whitney Equipment Finance, LLC
- Evan Bretzman, CLFP Associate – Senior Director, Consulting, Solifi
- Michael Emmerson, CLFP – Solutions Consultant, Solifi
- Bryce Hicks, CLFP – Director of Portfolio & Enterprise Risk, Crossroads Equipment Lease & Finance LLC
- Thomas Jakubowski, CLFP Associate – Relationship Manager, 36th Street Capital
- Leah Julien, CLFP – Assistant Vice President, First American Equipment Finance
- Margo Kingsley, CLFP – Transactions Analyst, Wintrust Commercial Finance
- Ryan Madnick, CLFP Associate – Collections Specialist, Portfolio Management, Auxilior Capital Partners, Inc.
- Ethan McGlone, CLFP Associate – Collections Specialist, Auxilior Capital Partners, Inc.
- Manasi Navalgundkar, CLFP Associate – Business Development Associate, DataCRaiM, Inc.
- Rachel Proctor, CLFP – Collections Lead/Asset Recovery Specialist, 360 Equipment Finance, LLC
- Govinda Puri, CLFP – Credit Analyst, MMP Capital
- Isaac Spencer, CLFP – Assistant Controller, Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC
- Aaron Thompson, CLFP – Vice President, Asset Management, Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC
- Yovana Weller, CLFP Associate – Credit Analyst II, Arvest Equipment Finance
Govinda Puri shares, “I pursued the CLFP designation to deepen my understanding of equipment finance and further develop as a professional in the industry. I wanted to challenge myself, strengthen my knowledge across all aspects of leasing and finance, and earn a designation that represents a high standard of professionalism and commitment to the industry. I’m proud to have achieved this milestone and look forward to continuing to grow, contribute, and build my career in equipment finance.”
Earning the CLFP designation signals more than technical expertise. It reflects a commitment to elevating the equipment finance industry through continuous learning, ethical leadership, and shared professional standards. CLFPs and Associates are now found across the United States (including Puerto Rico), Canada, India, Pakistan, Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. To learn more or begin your own path to certification, visit www.CLFPFoundation.org.