Wintrust Commercial Finance (WCF), a division of Wintrust Asset Finance, named Bryan Thomas a direct originator for its East Region. Thomas will report to Keith Tornichia, vice president of new business development and east region manager. In his role, Thomas will be responsible for direct originations in WCF’s direct lease and loan activities in Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Based in Pittsburgh, Thomas has vast experience, having held credit and sales roles while covering the Northeast and Midwest regions of the U.S. for PNC.

“I look forward to joining Wintrust Commercial Finance’s growing business to offer a fresh source of capital to clients,” Thomas said.  “WCF’s streamlined organizational structure and independent thinking allow us to be responsive and nimble while delivering value-added solutions across a wide range of industries.”

“WCF is extremely excited about the addition of Bryan Thomas;  his understanding of the territory and its clients will bring an excellent WCF presence to the Appalachian region of the United States.”  Tornichia said, “Bryan’s credit and sales background will go a long way with his client relationships and also here with the Wintrust family.”