Wells Fargo announced that John McQueen, head of Wells Fargo Equipment Finance, will retire from Wells Fargo at the end of 2014 after 21 years of service. Under McQueen’s leadership, Wells Fargo Equipment Finance has established itself as an industry leading provider of equipment leasing and finance.

McQueen joined Wells Fargo Equipment Finance in 1994 and was promoted to head the business in 2006. Under McQueen’s leadership over the last nine years, the business has experienced double digit annualized growth and expanded its origination platform from seven to 14 business lines. He also serves as a board member of ELFA.

“John’s achievements in growing our Equipment Finance business have been remarkable,” said Ed Blakey, head of Specialized Lending, Servicing and Trust. “His dedication and passion for his team and the industry will be greatly missed.”