As chief marketing and technology officer, Nick Fong straddles two dynamic worlds, both of which are currently experiencing major shifts. He handles this by leaning on his most prominent skills: innate curiosity and collaborative leadership. ... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

An innately curious person, Kayla Perlinger is deeply committed to constantly learning and taking initiative. She is unafraid to ask questions, put herself out there or be the first to try something new, which has landed her in an exciting role that extends far beyond her formal title.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

Christopher Johanneson strives to foster an environment of continuous improvement and learning that enables his colleagues to harness their collective strengths to improve sales effectiveness, customer experience and operational efficiencies.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

With a watchful eye on market trends and a listening ear for client concerns, Brian Holland continues to revolutionize asset management with forward thinking, an innovative company culture and effective use of critical data.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

With a career rooted in equipment finance, Jennifer Martin’s professional journey has equipped her for her current leadership role at LTi Technology Solutions. She has amassed a wealth of experience during her tenure at various companies in key leadership roles.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

After pulling “equipment leasing” out of a hat at the start of his career, John Deane embarked on a fulfilling journey of founding companies, contributing to the industry’s expansion and providing education and training to aspiring financiers.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

At the core of Sudhir Amembal’s equipment leasing journey, from creating seminars and spearheading lease consultancy engagements around the globe, to writing over a dozen educational books, is a deep commitment to education and training.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

Jon Biorkman’s extensive and diverse equipment finance career has spanned multiple roles and cities. He attributes his success to fantastic mentors, a global mindset and continued excitement for what he does.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

With military training and service, dozens of relocations, ample experience leading through economic crises and seven acquisitions, Mike Jones has a full toolbelt of experience that allows him to be a capable and reliable servant leader.... read more

Sept/Oct 2024

Kevin Hall takes a practical approach to his role as vice president of capital markets at Mitsubishi HC Capital Canada, surrounding himself with a team of knowledgeable experts that have transformed the platform just three short years into his mandate. This year’s NextGen Icon Award goes to Hall for his current successes but also his untold future potential.... read more

Sept/Oct 2023

Bette Kerhoulas was one of the first women to do many things in the equipmnent finance industry, and even as she transitions out of full-time work, she continues to inspire and encourage those around her as a pioneer for women in finance.... read more

Sept/Oct 2023

Miles Herman, CEO of LEAF Commercial Capital, is best defined as a caring and encouraging leader who truly cares about his people and his clients, treating everyone around him like his own family. As this year’s Monitor Current Leader Icon, Herman shares his story of becoming the best leader he can be.... read more

Sept/Oct 2023

Don Campbell, chief risk officer at Auxilior Capital Partners, is one of this year’s winners of Monitor’s 2023 Veteran Icon award. Campbell details his rise to success and the long journey to his current role while remembering pivotal mentors and doling out wisdom to aspiring leaders.... read more

Sept/Oct 2023

Bill Carey, senior vice president and assistant general counsel at EverBank, a winner of one of Monitor’s 2023 Veteran Icon awards, credits numerous individuals, associations and experiences for shaping him into a successful attorney in the equipment finance industry who has created a lasting legacy.... read more

Sept/Oct 2023

Several traits are essential to being a successful leader in the equipment finance industry, including a sense of purpose, advocacy for oneself and flexibility around change. Amy Gross tells the story of how she obtained those traits and provides advice to aspiring leaders.... read more

Sept/Oct 2022