Ben Carapezzi joined Stonebriar Commercial Finance as director of originations. Based in Plano, TX, Carapezzi will cultivate new and existing relationships to source fixed asset-secured loan and lease opportunities.

Prior to joining Stonebriar, Carapezzi co-founded and managed Agrius Capital Partners, an originator and placement agent of secured loans and leases. His experience also includes originations roles with Nations Equipment Finance.

“Ben’s marketing acumen and passion for helping clients will serve Stonebriar well as we continue to grow and diversify our market share in the Northeast,” Kyle Parks, head of direct originations for Stonebriar Commercial Finance, said.

“I am excited to join what is now the largest independent commercial finance company in the U.S.,” Carapezzi said. “As the economy reopens and businesses recommit to growth initiatives, I look forward to bringing to market Stonebriar’s unique perspectives on asset essentiality, creative approach to transaction structuring and ability to independently underwrite and fund large-ticket term loans and leases.”