While the economy entering 2024 continues to face plenty of challenges, there is no doubt that the entire business landscape remains predicated on the continued movement of goods across the country. The transportation fleets responsible for moving these goods have... read more
January 2024
As 2024 begins, we continue to see large amounts of change in the equipment finance industry. As you adjust your priorities, you may be facing choices about what to do with your existing portfolios. Have you decided to shift away... read more
March 5, 2024
For the last twenty years, I have owned a third-party origination company/brokerage in Seattle. Throughout the years we have received hundreds of emails and letters from customers telling us how their business wouldn’t be where it is today if it... read more
October 2019
The most dedicated banking partners in America deserve a big thank you. During the week of November 7th, Corcentric held its annual funding conference in Pompano Beach, Florida. Corcentric calls out the location because the event was held on the... read more
December 2022
The year 2020 and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have made life for people and industries worldwide feel like one continuous roller coaster. Many businesses, including restaurants, are still experiencing a downward trajectory, with the National Restaurant Association reporting... read more
Ever since COVID-19, the global economy has been on a rollercoaster ride, experiencing significant ups and downs brought about by supply chain issues either caused or exacerbated by the pandemic. It’s a tale told around the globe: after the pandemic... read more
February 2024
We’ve all had a leader who has made a lasting impact on our careers somewhere along the way. Perhaps they were a direct supervisor, or maybe a leader from another part of the business who took a special interest in... read more
In the early 1980s, there were few hurdles to making investments for which much of the return came in the form of accelerated tax depreciation, investment tax credits and/or interest deductions. The results of this era were ugly at times.... read more
April 5, 2024
The title may sound like a Dr. Seuss book, a riddle or the start of a limerick. However, this is no joke. Although this discussion presently applies to only a few states, it is still quite important. The issue, elucidated,... read more
April 11, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching impact, from public health challenges to emotional stress to labor issues. It has also given business leaders a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to redefine the way we work. The disruption in most workplaces at the start... read more
March 2022
What does the future of work after AI look like? What if the most valuable business asset over the coming decades will be the wisdom of our mid-lifers and elders? I predict a big Western culture shift in which we... read more
March 22, 2024
NextGen leaders out there are asking what the plan is and wondering what the answer is. And my piece will not pull any punches or mince any words! Here is what I am worried about: The depth of our bench... read more
Yield compression can be a pain point for equipment lessors and financing firms, especially in a rising rate environment. Rising interest rates can negatively impact returns in a typical warehouse-to-securitization financing structure. Let’s explore those risks and how to mitigate... read more
December 2022
“Why do I need you?” The wording may be different each time the question is asked, but it translates to a clear request for an explanation of value. That the question is being asked by our banking colleagues is an... read more
June 2019
Most aspirational 2024 New Years’ resolutions have fallen by the wayside leaving only those that are critical to mission and well-being. In equipment finance, Engaging AI in 2024 is one of the latter, not the former — making it a... read more
March 28, 2024
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