Accord Financial hired Cathy Osborne as senior vice president of Human Resources. Osborne will lead all human resources functions across the entire Accord Financial organization, developing a unified culture between the firms six operating units. She will be located in the firm’s Chicago office.

“Cathy will be a guiding force in shaping the culture of our organization by developing strategies to encourage innovation, collaboration, and career mobility,” said Simon Hitzig, Accord president and CEO. “One of Accord’s guiding principles is that people matter; Cathy will bring this idea to life by developing programs to attract and retain the best and the brightest. I look forward to working alongside her as the company continues its fast-paced growth strategy.”

Osborne’s responsibilities will include driving strategy as it relates to human capital and workforce planning to develop engaged employees. She will advance Accord’s HR infrastructure, implementing policies and procedures related to recruitment, benefits, code of conduct, performance management and compensation.

Osborne has a wealth of experience leading the HR function across a range of industries, including her most recent position as vice president of Human Resources at Leopardo Construction Company.

“I am exited to join an organization so committed to defining, integrating and communicating its unique culture,” said Osborne. “I am also appreciative that this newly created position is a key part of Accord’s growth plan, and look forward to being a part of the team.”

Accord Financial is a North American finance company which provides distinctive working capital solutions to companies from coast-to-coast. Accord’s finance programs cover the full spectrum of asset-based lending, including factoring, inventory finance, equipment finance, trade finance and film/media finance.