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2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Kimberly Yeo, Chief Solutions Officer, JDR Solutions

"Treat the company that you work for as if it was your own. Always be willing to share your perspective but maintain an open mind. Seek out a role that gets you excited because, if you do something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Chelsea Wood Thurn, Vice President, Funding Manager, Wintrust Specialty Finance

"Never underestimate the power of your voice and standing tall. Embrace every challenge as an opportunity to grow and a way to show your resilience and strength as a leader."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Lynne Wilson, Chief Financial Officer, PLM Fleet

"One of my favorite quotes is from Barack Obama: ‘Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.’ This emphasizes the importance of individual and collective action in creating change."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Jenny Wilson, Vice President, Document/Funding, Amur Equipment Finance

"Growth comes from constant learning and a drive to improve, not just for yourself but for those around you. By learning from others and understanding how your work impacts other teams, you help elevate the entire organization’s success and foster collective progress."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Amy Weum, Regional Vice President, CoBank Farm Credit Leasing

"Embrace the courage to voice diverse perspectives and invest in your personal growth. Continuous learning fuels innovation, driving business success and advancing our industry into the future."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Kelly Wald, Assistant Vice President, Relationship Manager, Verdant Commercial Capital

"It’s important to work towards your goals while being thankful for what you have. Ambition drives progress but gratitude keeps you centered. It’s important to pause and appreciate the journey."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Joan Vander Linde, General Counsel, Navistar Financial

"Dare to try new things and embrace every challenge. Your unique perspective and passion can drive innovation in the equipment finance industry. Believe in your abilities, stay curious and never hesitate to step out of your comfort zone. Your journey can inspire others to follow."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Sarah Uballez, Director, Operations, Arvest Bank Equipment Finance

"If you haven’t been in the industry through a downturn, just slow down and wait. Don’t get discouraged and start looking at other industries. Instead, use this time to learn as much as you can about the industry, your products and your role. Things will pick up."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Karen Tennant, Vice President, Risk Management Eastern Funding

"Be curious! Curiosity leads to understanding, better decision-making and continued improvement. When I am concerned about what I don’t know and the possible impact of it, I find asking questions, searching for answers and being observant guides me to the right path. Also, I do enjoy a good rabbit hole."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Ariel Stich, Broker Supervisor, Stearns Bank

“Equipment finance offers numerous paths, and exploring each one will help you grow. Always ask questions — seek to understand the ‘why’ behind everything. Equipment finance has the potential to offer you as much as you desire, so pursue your goals and enter every situation or discussion with a positive attitude!"... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Sondra Rowland, Senior Vice President, Chief Credit Officer – Equipment Finance, Apple Bank

“Getting well-rounded experience in different functionalities is essential to becoming a strong leader in the industry. Pay attention to details and don’t be afraid to dig in and get your hands dirty. Learning what truly is driving a business’ operational and financial performance will lead to superior decision making."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Vanessa Roberts, Customer Success Coach, Leasepath

“Embrace every opportunity to learn, and don’t be afraid to challenge the status quo. Your perspective is valuable, and bringing fresh ideas to the table can drive real change. Focus on results, build strong relationships and never stop advocating for your growth and the growth of others."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Jennifer Roach, Chief Operating Officer, Wingspire Equipment Finance

“If you show up every day, put your head down and hustle, there is no limit to what you can achieve. Benjamin Franklin said it best: ‘You can do anything you set your mind to.’ Those words couldn’t be truer. In this great country, there’s absolutely nothing holding you back."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Lorraine Reynoso, Director of Operations and Servicing, Crossroads Equipment Lease & Finance

“Be bold and use your voice. Never be afraid to speak up and take a stand on what you truly believe in. Progress only happens when everyone has a seat at the table."... read more

2024 Monitor Top Women in Equipment Finance: Melanie Reker, U.S. Chief Operating Officer, DLL

“Embrace every opportunity to learn and grow and don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Your unique perspective and skills are invaluable. Believe in yourself, seek out mentors and enjoy the lifelong journey."... read more

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