CLFP Foundation Adds 16 New CLFPs



The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation added 16 individuals who recently sat through and passed the online proctored CLFP exam. They are:

  1. Melissa Abrahamson, CLFP – Information Systems Manager, Western Equipment Finance
  2. Mayana Akbari, CLFP – Credit Specialist, RidgeStone Capital
  3. Malik Awan, CLFP – Business Development Manager, Crossroads Equipment Lease & Finance
  4. Brett Chase, CLFP – Sales Support Analyst, DLL
  5. Katharine Converse, CLFP – Vice President, Sales, First Commonwealth Bank
  6. Matthew Freeman, CLFP – VP of Business Development, Wintrust Specialty Finance
  7. Dana Goldis, CLFP
  8. D. Samuel Giroux, CLFP – Treasury Process Improvement Lead, EquipmentShare.com
  9. Alyssa Meraz, CLFP – Lead Funder, RidgeStone Capital
  10. Melissa Rice, CLFP – Vice President Funding Operations, Financial Partners Group
  11. Tracy Stevens, CLFP – Post Booking Team Lead, DLL
  12. Jay Strock, CLFP – Senior Legal Counsel, DLL
  13. Bryan Thomas, CLFP – Business Development Officer, Wintrust Commercial Finance
  14. Nicholas Vasto, CLFP Associate, Account Manager Vendor Development, Financial Partners Group
  15. Michelle Verra, CLFP – Middle Market Specialist, DLL
  16. Michael Viola, CLFP – Regional Sales Manager, Southeast, Crossroads Equipment Lease & Finance

“When I accepted my equipment financing job with Financial Partners Group, I knew the best course of action was to further educate myself on the industry,” Vasto said. “Learning about the CLFP designation early on, it [became] a goal of mine. Being in various industries prior, I knew holding a certification would allow me the opportunity to gain more credibility. Knowing the standards set forth by the CLFP and now having the official credential, gives me more confidence moving forward to provide the best services to my clients.”

“The CLFP represents a commitment to professionalism, excellence and continuous learning, which aligns with my personal and professional goals,” Akbari said. “By achieving this designation, I aim to enhance my expertise, better serve clients and colleagues and contribute meaningfully to my organization. Additionally, I see this as a chance to connect with and learn from a respected community of industry leaders, which will further support my growth and development.”


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