Mintaka Financial named Quentin Cote executive vice president.

Cote has more than 25 years of specialty finance leadership experience. He will oversee growth through Mintaka’s multi-channel funding programs, strengthen its partnerships and further its development efforts.

“Quentin is an invaluable addition to the Mintaka Financial team, as his diverse executive expertise will be of great value to our organization,” said David T. Schaefer, CEO of Mintaka Financial. “In his new role as EVP, Mr. Cote will continue our multi-faceted growth initiatives through the lens of both funding and channel partnerships. I am very excited for the future of Mintaka with Quentin overseeing these crucial elements related to our success.”

“Small business is the backbone of the American economy, and I am honored to join a team with such a focus on its prosperity. Through my career I’ve worn many different hats in the financial sector and the chance to work with Mintaka Financial is going to be an exciting new chapter,” said Cote. “I am especially excited to help Mintaka and our partners meet and surpass their organizational growth goals.”

Gig Harbor, WA-based Mintaka Financial specializes in serving the needs of small businesses across the United States. Mintaka provides equipment leases and loans, originated through a limited group of independent small business finance companies that share ownership in Mintaka.