Jim Jackson provides an overview of M&A activity in the equipment finance industry from 2022 as well as an assessment of the current market. While independents continue to be an attractive acquisition target for banks, several challenges block the return of more robust acquisition activity. ... read more

Mar/Apr 2023

Investment in climate equipment finance has been growing and several recent events are likely to accelerate the pace. Patricia Voorhees from The Alta Group provides an overview of climate finance, including immediate opportunities, deal structuring and the resources lessors will need to participate. ... read more

Jan/Feb 2023

According to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association, construction, machine tools, medical, trucks/trailers and high technology/computers will be the leading equipment sectors for 2023 based on portfolio performance. read more

FEB 28, 2023 - 7:26 am

The Alta Group refreshed its branding and redesigned its website to reflect the advisory firm’s dedication to commercial equipment finance. read more

FEB 14, 2023 - 7:12 am

In this Q&A, Jim Merrilees, the new vice chairman of The Alta Group, shares best practices for firms as they navigate a difficult hiring environment and strategies for longevity amid fluctuating market forces.... read more

Nov/Dec 2022

Joe Nachbin’s four decades in equipment finance were characterized by integrity, kindness and the ability to read financial statements and static loss pools like poetry. With the help of several people who knew him well, Monitor pays tribute to Nachbin in a special posthumous profile.... read more

Sept/Oct 2022

In an exclusive Q&A with Monitor, credit expert Kevin Prykull answers eight timely questions regarding risk management amid rising inflation, including a discussion on developing risks and the steps equipment finance companies should take today to bolster their risk position.... read more

Sept/Oct 2022

Paul Bent, senior managing director and head of legal services and business assessment at The Alta Group, and Patricia Voorhees, a director at The Alta Group, will be presenters at the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s 61st Annual Convention from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11. read more

SEP 27, 2022 - 7:42 am

Paul Bent is back with a history lesson on the “Internet of Things” as well as an update on protecting your firm from the liability of data collection, internet connectivity and potential threats to equipment assets in the ever-connected world of the internet. ... read more

Monitor 101 2022

The future of equipment financing requires resiliency and innovation. Adapting to economic changes and customers’ evolving needs and building closer stakeholder relationships are key components to maintaining success in the coming future. Alta advisors share their thoughts on what the future can look like for the industry and strategies to get there.... read more

Monitor 100 2022

The Alta Group announced that Joe Nachbin passed away after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Nachbin devoted more than four decades to the equipment leasing industry. read more

JUL 19, 2022 - 7:37 am

The new generation’s vast skills in technology can benefit more than their social media pages. These new leaders can assist programs to stay relevant and maintain social relevancy within an ever-changing economy.... read more

May/June 2021

In a Q&A, Michael Baez of Leasepath, Diane Croessmann of The Alta Group, Scott Nelson of Tamarack Technology, Sean Scampton of Leasepath and William Verhelle of Innovation Finance USA give their take on why companies are hesitant to embrace new technology tools in the U.S. equipment finance marketplace. ... read more

May/June 2022

Kevin P. Prykull, a recognized industry expert in credit risk management, joined The Alta Group and will be helping clients develop credit risk management strategies, including appropriate risk profiles, best practices and managing the impact of rising inflation. read more

JUN 30, 2022 - 7:28 am

The Alta Group appointed Jim Merrilees vice chairman in a business development role. Merrilees will advise potential clients on ways Alta can add value to their organizations. read more

JUN 14, 2022 - 7:32 am