The American Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (AACFB) made updates to its board of directors and Industry Advisory Council during the recent AACFB Annual Conference in Orlando. The association installed its new leadership team and welcomed new members to both groups.
The AACFB welcomed new directors-at-large Bradon Marshall of Marshall Capital Group and Greg Minsky of Pelagic Capital to the board of directors. Additionally, Kristi Darlington-Simmonds of instaCOVER, a subsidiary of One80 Intermediaries, was elected to the AACFB Industry Advisory Council. These individuals bring valuable expertise, leadership, and fresh perspectives to the organization.
The 2026 – 2027 AACFB Board of Directors includes:
Officers
- President — Katie Baker, CLFP, MC2 Finance
- President-Elect — Troy Vosberg, CLFP, Finance Scope
- Vice President — Ishmael McGhee, Equitable Commercial Lending Group
- Immediate Past President — Kalah Sprabeary, CLFP, HUB Funding Solutions
- Secretary/Treasurer — Paul Bosley, Business Finance Depot
Directors-at-Large
- Bradon Marshall, Marshall Capital Group
- Greg Minsky, Pelagic Capital
- Liz Poventud, Innovative Capital
The 2026 – 2027 Industry Advisory Council includes:
- Chair — Ariel Stich, Stearns Bank
- Tina Cawthorn, CLFP, Orange Commercial Credit
- Kristi Darlington-Simmonds, instaCOVER, a Subsidiary of One80 Intermediaries
- Scott Stone, Avtech Capital
- Kit West, 360 Equipment Finance
The AACFB Industry Advisory Council provides guidance, industry insight and expertise in support of the association and its members. The organization welcomed Kristi Darlington-Simmonds to the council, and also extended its deep appreciation to John Boettigheimer with 4 Hour Funding for his dedicated service as he concluded his term on the council.
The organization also paid tribute to past president, Roderick Knoll, CLFP, who passed away in February after a courageous battle with cancer. Knoll served with integrity and passion, and his impact on the AACFB will not be forgotten.
