The Leasing Foundation said it has appointed Andrew Denton (CHP Consulting) as its first CEO, Mary McNamara (Close Brothers) as chair of governors and professor Peter Thomas as COO.

“These appointments are intended to ensure that the foundation’s growth is managed effectively. We’re particularly delighted that Mary has committed to help the foundation build its portfolio of new and challenging activities,” Denton said.

Thomas noted, “The momentum we have gained through the support of our governors and fellows is exceptional as we continue to build the foundation. This year will see our projects around giving, education and research move forward as we engage with more people and organizations who want to see change and development for the industry.”

The Leasing Foundation First Annual Conference will take place on September 30, 2013 and will be hosted by RBS in London.

The mission of the Leasing Foundation is to support the leasing and asset finance industry by providing focus and organization for charitable activities, by performing rigorous, challenging and relevant research in areas that impact the industry and its future and by seeking opportunities to sustain the industry by developing people in the industry. The foundation is not a lobbying body or a trade association.