Specialist insurance provider to the equipment finance industry, Acquis, has strengthened its team with the appointments of Peter Austin, Shawn O’Neill and Thomas Griffith as Vice Presidents of Business Development.
Based in Philadelphia, the three will each lead sales activity across U.S. regions – Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, Midwest and Southwest – supporting Acquis' continued growth and ensuring its specialist solutions deliver value to lessors, funders and their customers.
Austin will cover the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast territories, bringing nearly two decades of experience at Siemens Financial Services. With expertise across the financial services sector, automotive and IT, Austin will focus on driving regional growth and supporting clients with innovative, value-added insurance solutions.
O’Neill will lead business development in the Midwest and joins Acquis with a strong background in strategic sales, having held senior positions including Strategic Sales Manager at North Star Leasing and Enterprise Account Executive at LANStatus.
In the Southwest, Griffith brings a wealth of experience from his career in the asset finance and leasing industry, including senior roles at DLL, Siemens and nearly 19 years at Phillips Medical Capital as Vice President of Business Development.
The appointments mark a significant step in Acquis’s continued growth in North America. Working alongside the existing team, Austin, O'Neill and Siemens will lead sales activity in their respective territories.
Nick Leader, CEO of Acquis, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Peter, Shawn, and Thomas to the Acquis team in the U.S. Their combined expertise in leasing and insurance strengthens our commitment to delivering even greater value to lessors across the asset finance industry. With a growing presence in this dynamic market, we are focused on helping our partners unlock new revenue opportunities, enhance customer service, and reduce portfolio risk through tailored equipment insurance solutions. This investment in talent demonstrates our belief in the strong growth potential of the U.S market and our determination to support lessors in driving sustainable performance and long-term success.”