Shari L. Lipski, CLFP, principal of ECS Financial Services, was appointed to the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s 2021 board of trustees.

Lipski’s appointment to the board is a strong testimony of her enduring dedication, contribution and advancement in the equipment leasing and finance industry. Lipski’s role reflects the unique professional perspective her world-class leasing, financing and accounting experience brings to the board.

“This appointment is an honor and I look forward to serving with the other foundation members on the 2021 board of trustees,” Lipski said. “This is an inspiring opportunity for everyone to thoughtfully pursue the board’s mission as best as possible.”

With more than 20 years of experience in lease portfolio management and lease originations, Lipski brings a great sum of knowledge to the board

According to the ELFF, Lipski and the other 20 board officers were elected following the board’s annual meeting. Lipski joined the ELFF’s other trustees, who have demonstrated substantial leadership in the equipment leasing and finance industry.

“The foundation’s 2021 board represents a wealth of expertise, talent and experience in the equipment finance industry,” Scott Thacker, CEO of Ivory Consulting and chair of the ELFF board, said. “We are privileged that each one of them shares a strong passion for the three key components of our mission: research, education and sustainability. And we are fortunate to benefit from their volunteer time and commitment as we collectively work to advance the foundation for the benefit of the equipment finance industry.”

ECS Financial Services is an accounting firm that specializes in the equipment leasing industry.