The Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation announced that 20 individuals have recently earned their CLFP designation after successfully passing the online proctored CLFP Exam. The newest CLFPs represent a wide range of companies and roles across the equipment finance industry, reflecting a shared commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards. They are:
1. Carol Baker CLFP – VP of Finance/Controller, CoreTech
2. Theodore Catlett CLFP – Senior Credit Analyst, Providence Capital Funding Inc.
3. Christian Colton CLFP – Assistant Vice President, Impact, CoreTech
4. Danielle Doyle CLFP – Director, Technology Finance Strategy & Operations, Alliance Funding Group
5. Pamela Fish CLFP – Documentation & Modification Specialist Supervisor, Stearns Bank
6. Aanston Frazier CLFP – Data Analytics Manager, North Mill Equipment Finance
7. Daniel Gaugler CLFP – Senior Product Owner, DLL
8. Mary Anne Hickey CLFP – Project Manager, DLL
9. Melissa Hubbard CLFP – Tax Analyst, DLL
10. Lauren Hunter CLFP – Client Experience Advocate, CoreTech
11. Carson Lavin CLFP – Deal Financial Strategist IV, Impact Networking, LLC
12. Nichole Martinez CLFP – Portfolio Accountant, North Mill Equipment Finance
13. Daniel McCarty CLFP – Senior Indirect Tax Analyst, DLL
14. Scott McFetters CLFP – CEO and Founder, CoreTech
15. Julie Myers CLFP – Asset Risk Specialist, DLL
16. Tyler Roush CLFP Associate – Assistant Vice President, CoreTech
17. Jennifer Russell CLFP – Sr. Sales Support Representative, First Commonwealth Bank
18. Reza Saffarian CLFP – Senior Vice President of Asset & Portfolio Management, CoreTech
19. Mia Stenning CLFP Associate – Staff Accountant, CoreTech
20. Brian Wood CLFP – Senior Vice President, Impact and Growth, CoreTech
“I wanted to pursue the CLFP as I knew going through this program would help me see the bigger picture of the leasing lifecycle and put me in a network of many respected industry peers” shared Catlett. “Being a credit guy, I play a smaller, yet vital role in the overall process. Now, rather than just having the 10,000-foot point of view on how each department integrates, I can collaborate on a much higher level to ensure success for all involved.”
Wood stated, “I decided to pursue the Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) designation to deepen my expertise and ensure I’m bringing the best possible solutions to my clients. In an industry where trust and knowledge matter, I wanted to back up my advisory approach with credentials that reflect that commitment. I’m grateful to my company, CoreTech Leasing, for fostering a culture that truly values continued learning and invests in the growth of its people. That support played a big part in my decision to take this next step. It’s an honor to join so many talented CLFPs across the industry, and I’m excited to be part of this growing community of professionals who are raising the bar every day.”