Fleet Advantage, an innovator in specialty financing, fleet data analytics, asset performance services, and life cycle cost management, added Kevin Zeigler as vice president of syndication.
In his new role, Zeigler will be responsible for syndicating awarded lease transactions to funding partners; evaluating and onboarding new partners; managing relationships with funding institutions; proactively nurturing and expanding strategic banking partnerships to support long-term capital availability and competitive financing solutions for Fleet Advantage clients. He will also play a leadership role in representing Fleet Advantage at industry events and organizations.
Zeigler brings more than 25 years of global capital markets and equipment leasing experience to Fleet Advantage, with a career spanning leadership roles at Volvo Financial Services and Key Equipment Finance. He is widely-recognized for his expertise in market, credit and operational risk management, as well as structuring transactions across transportation, construction, wholesale, medical, marine, aircraft and technology sectors.
Most recently, Zeigler served as director of North America capital markets and syndication at Volvo Financial Services, where he led the implementation of over $700 million in global syndication pricing and sale strategies. He successfully expanded the investor base, built cross-border partnerships and consistently exceeded market KPIs. In his role, Zeigler also developed and mentored a diverse team, integrated AI-driven efficiencies and partnered with global leadership to establish sustainable investor programs.
Earlier in his career, Zeigler served as vice president of capital markets at Key Equipment Finance, where he managed syndication strategies across 10 countries and drove an annual $225 million sales plan. His extensive background also includes syndication management, treasury and remarketing.
“We are very excited to welcome Kevin to our team,” Matt de Aguiar, chief operation officer for Fleet Advantage, said. “His deep expertise in syndication, global capital markets and investor relations will significantly enhance our ability to deliver flexible financing solutions to clients. Kevin’s leadership and proven track record of building high-performing capital markets strategies will be invaluable as we continue expanding our funding partnerships and client portfolio.”
Zeigler earned a bachelor of arts in history and art history from Ohio Wesleyan University and holds a Financial Management Program Professional Certificate from Cornell University. He is also actively involved in the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) and Canadian Finance & Leasing Association (CLFA).
