Joe Leonard, founder, president and CEO of Oakmont Capital Services (OCS), part of JA Mitsui Leasing Group, will depart the organization to pursue a new business venture after leading the company for more than 27 years. Daryn Lecy, currently senior vice president and chief operating officer, has been appointed president and CEO. Leonard will remain in an advisory capacity through Oct. 31 to support a seamless leadership transition.
Under Leonard’s leadership, OSC evolved from a small equipment finance brokerage into a direct lender serving businesses throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, culminating in its acquisition by JA Mitsui Leasing Group (USA) in 2024.
“Building Oakmont Capital Services has been one of the greatest privileges of my professional life,” Leonard said. “What began as a small business with a vision and a handful of dedicated team members has become an organization filled with talented professionals who are passionate about serving customers, partners, and one another. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together and confident the company is well-positioned for continued success.”
Leonard’s impact extends well beyond the growth of OCS. During a career spanning more than three decades in equipment finance, he has been an active advocate for the industry through leadership, mentorship, and service. A Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP), Leonard has served on industry boards and committees, including the CLFP Foundation, the National Equipment Finance Association (NEFA) and the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA). Throughout his career, he has mentored countless equipment finance professionals, helping develop future leaders both within OCS and across the industry.
“Since joining the JA Mitsui Leasing Group family, we have had the opportunity to work closely with Joe Leonard and witness his leadership, vision and commitment to Oakmont Capital Services,” Shoichi Koshimizu, president and CEO of JA Mitsui Leasing USA, said. “During our partnership with OCS, we have seen the strength of the organization he built and the culture he helped create. We thank Joe for his dedication and wish him continued success. We are confident that Daryn Lecy’s experience and leadership will ensure a seamless transition, ensure continued value for OCS’s customers and partners, and position OCS for continued growth.”
Lecy brings more than two decades of equipment finance experience and has played a key role in OCS’ expansion and operational transformation. Since joining the company’s leadership team in 2018, he has helped scale the organization from approximately 20 employees to nearly 100, led major strategic initiatives and integrated technology enhancements, and helped navigate the company’s successful acquisition by JA Mitsui Leasing Group. A former president of NEFA and a CLFP, Lecy is widely respected throughout the industry for his collaborative leadership style and commitment to operational excellence.
“Daryn has been an instrumental part of Oakmont’s growth and evolution,” Leonard said. “His leadership, operational expertise, and commitment to our people and customers make him the right person to guide the organization through its next chapter.”
Lecy added, “I am honored to step into this role and build upon the strong foundation Joe has created. His vision, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to both the industry and the people of Oakmont have shaped this organization for nearly three decades. We remain committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers and partners while continuing to invest in our employees, culture and long-term growth.”
