The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation announced that the nine individuals from First American Equipment Finance who sat through the 8-hour CLFP exam have passed; they are:

1. Nick Baxter, CLFP – Assistant Vice President
2. Andrew Eller, CLFP – Assistant Vice President, Finance
3. Dustin Hilton, CLFP – Assistant Vice President, Enterprise Business Division
4. Ashtyn Mohanlall, CLFP – Portfolio Officer
5. Tom Nairn, CLFP – Assistant Vice President – Project Manager
6. David Neighbour, CLFP – Senior Vice President, Enterprise Business Division
7. Phil Palermo, CLFP – Vice President, Education Division
8. Christopher Schmelz, CLFP – Assistant Vice President – Project Manager
9. Déva Brooks, CLFP – Vice President, Bank Support Division

The CLFP designation identifies an individual as a knowledgeable professional to employers, clients, customers, and peers in the equipment finance industry. There are currently 250 Certified Lease & Finance Professionals and Associates throughout the world.