The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation added 14 individuals who recently passed the the online-proctored CLFP exam, including:
- Ryan Bass, CLFP – systems administration manager, Navitas Credit
- Leighton Bost, CLFP – recovery manager, Navitas Credit
- James Currier, CLFP – chief revenue officer, Finloc 2000
- Catherine Cuthbertson, CLFP – sales and marketing representative for funding, North Mill Equipment Finance
- Alexander Erickson, CLFP – director of credit, Navitas Credit
- DeAnna Goen, CLFP – collection team lead, Navitas Credit
- Shaakira Grant, CLFP – assistant vice president of originations, First Citizens Bank Equipment Finance
- Jason Hughes, CLFP – commercial underwriter III, Pathward
- Brett Morris, CLFP – senior financing specialist, Navitas Credit
- Regina Nirelli, CLFP – documentation manager, OnPoint Capital
- Julie Paige, CLFP – titling manager, Navitas Credit
- Eric Scott, CLFP – credit analyst, Navitas Credit
- Eric Weber, CLFP – credit manager, North Mill Equipment Finance
- Mary Wheeler, CLFP – accounting operations and compliance manager, Navitas Credit
“I chose to pursue the CLFP designation to bolster my expertise and value in the equipment finance industry,” Nirelli said. “Obtaining this certification symbolizes my dedication to my profession, ensuring my ability to navigate complex financial landscapes with precision and efficacy. I am committed to staying well-informed of industry advancements and best practices, ultimately enhancing my value proposition and opening doors to new opportunities for both personal and professional growth. By obtaining this certification, I aim to inspire and encourage more women to enter and thrive in the equipment finance space. I believe that diverse perspectives lead to better decision-making and innovation, and I am committed to playing my part in creating a more inclusive and equitable professional arena.”
“As the accounting operations manager for Navitas, I get questions and requests from every department regarding every aspect of our operations and lease financing,” Wheeler said. “Expanding my knowledge through obtaining the CLFP designation will enhance my ability to serve those people who rely on me and my department for resolution to their issues.”

