C.H. Brown Co., LLC (CHB) announced Kit West has joined the company as Business Development Director for its commercial equipment loans and lease products. In this role, West will be primarily responsible for business development efforts nationwide to third-party originators serving the transportation, construction and agricultural industries.

West, a 28-year Wyoming resident, brings over 11 years of sales and business generation experience to the position, most recently serving the agriculture industry at Swift Communications for The Fence Post.

“We are excited to have Kit on the CHB team as his experience in sales and customer engagement, along with his enthusiasm for business and drive to succeed, will be a great asset for the company,” said Ed Meyer, Chief Operating Officer.

Meyer continued, “Kit will develop new broker and dealer customer relationships throughout the nation. His work experience, commitment to the Platte County community, and dedication to creating and maintaining positive and productive business relationships will be an integral part to CHB’s future success.”

CHB, located in Wheatland, WY, provides fixed-rate loans and leases and has the ability to operate in 49 states. It is part of Platte Valley Financial Service Companies, Inc.