New Hires/Promotions in the Leasing Business
and Related Industries

Clay Fischer, CLFP, {“…. was promoted from Senior Credit and Risk Manager to Vice President of Credit, Oakmont Capital Services, JA Mitsui Leasing Group (CS).Clay was a Commercial Loan Officer at Sentry Bank from April 2019 to March 2020 and held senior and junior credit analyst positions at Stearns Bank N.A. from April 2015 to April 2019. Earlier career experience includes a role as CSSR/Banker at Wells Fargo from 2012 to 2014. Clay Fischer earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota Morris in 2012 and completed secondary education at Pine City Secondary, graduating in 2008...Fischer holds the Certified Lease and Finance Professional (CLFP) designation, which he obtained in February 2018."

Claran O'Reilly was hired as Regional Sales Manager, Equify Financial, LLC., Fort Worth, Texas. He is located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Previously, he was Equipment Finance Relationship Manager, Jupiter Equipment Finance (August, 2025 - January, 2025); Finance Specialist, Navitas Credit Corporation (July, 2021 - January, 2026); Technology Consultant, Atlantic Tomorrow's Office (August, 2020 – August, 2021); Market Research Consultant (Intern), Opinion, Market Research Agency (September,  2018 - December, 2018).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciaran-o-reilly-27791814b/

Bailey Turner was hired as President at Holdfast Capital, Draper, Utah. He is located in Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area. Previously, he was at Commercial Funding Partners starting as Vice President of Business Development, June, 2017,  promoted Senior Vice President Market Strategies
(March, 2023 - January, 2026); Vice President of Sales, Nations Equipment Finance (August, 2015 - November, 2016); National Sales Manager, Onset Financial (May, 2012 - August, 2015).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bailey-turner-bbba5b10a/

Carl Zwilling was hired as President, First Financial Equipment Finance, Cincinnati, Oho. He is located in Mason, Ohio. Previously, he was Executive Vice President, Summit Funding Group, Inc. (May, 2000 - January, 2026).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-zwilling-98082610/

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Kris Roglieri’s $3M Loan Scam
Leaves Motos America, Inc in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Bob Coleman, Editor & Publisher, Coleman Report

Motos America, the parent company of 13 high-end motorcycle dealerships across the U.S., filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after losing roughly $3 million in a financing scam tied to loan broker Kris Roglieri.

Motos America paid Kris Roglieri $3 million up front to secure a promised $15 million loan. Roglieri said the funds would be held separately as prepaid interest and that Motos America would receive two years without payments while the financing closed.

The problem was that the loan never arrived.

Motos America never received the $15 million and the $3 million disappeared.

Motos America operates dealerships selling premium brands including BMW Motored, Triumph, Ducati, Royal Enfield, and Vespa. The Salt Lake City–based group was formed through a reverse merger in 2021 to expand its footprint and provide financing solutions for luxury motorcycle buyers.

High-end motorcycles have been a growth niche, fueled by aging baby boomers with disposable income and consumers willing to pay for premium craftsmanship and performance. That backdrop makes Motos America’s bankruptcy filing notable: a company in a favorable segment still ran out of runway.

Motos America president Vance Harrison said the Chapter 11 filing applies only to the parent company, not the dealerships, and is intended to address corporate-level debt following a difficult period in 2025. He said the company expects to present a plan of reorganization and obtain debtor-in-possession financing. But those filings do not undo the losses that came before.

Roglieri’s conduct was not limited to Motos America. Federal prosecutors have tied him to a broader fraud scheme totaling approximately $65 million, targeting multiple businesses seeking commercial financing.

Investigators allege Roglieri took client fees and spent millions on personal indulgences, including luxury purchases and private jet travel to the Caribbean.

White-collar crime is not victimless. A $3 million fraud can freeze vendor relationships, tighten credit, trigger layoffs, and push a capital-dependent business into bankruptcy court. The fallout spreads to suppliers waiting for payment, dealership employees facing uncertainty, and customers relying on local service operations.

Kris Roglieri has pled guilty in connection with the broader fraud and is currently being held in county jail in Rensselaer County, with additional allegations reported involving firearms violations and alleged threats toward federal agents. His sentencing has been moved from March to April.

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AP Equipment Financing Caps 2025 With $1B Milestone and Fleet Expansion

After a year of record originations, national fleet growth and culture recognition, AP enters 2026 focused on integrating its expanding services into a broader, customer-driven ecosystem

CEO of AP, Chris Enbom, CLFP elaborates, “2026 is going to focus on the entirety of the product solutions and services that AP has to offer, not just finance related solutions. We are strategizing on how we can integrate our various divisions at AP, from flooring, vendor programs to fleet services, and offer a more complete ecosystem of services to our growing customer base.

“These are exciting opportunities and AP is looking forward to continuing the success we’ve seen in our multiple divisions and evolving them into a more multi-product business solution in the very near future.”

Chris Lerma, CLFP, President of AP Equipment Financing, said, “This recognition is a reflection of the culture we’ve intentionally built – one that fosters professionalism, open communication, autonomy, and a shared sense of ownership. We believe our best ideas come from empowering people to make decisions, take the initiative, and lead in their own ways.”

What to look forward to in 2026 and Beyond

President Chris Lerma, CLFP, added, “It was a very successful year for AP, we were able to achieve record profits, and we have the foundation for an even stronger 2026!!”!

AP Equipment Financing, a leader in equipment leasing and financing solutions, reflected on 2025 growth and expansion, celebrating both organizational milestones and the recognition of remarkable leaders within its team. AP built off 2024 successes with continued increase in originations volume and reached a major company milestone of surpassing the $1 billion threshold in receivable value for its managed portfolio.

Celebrating AP Fleet Management Division Growth

2025 saw explosive growth in AP’s Fleet Management Division.  included many milestones during the first full year of service for the fleet division, and expanded its national footprint by opening a Minnesota office, the first step in broader operational expansion plans across the U.S. for 2026.

Looking ahead to 2026, AP Fleet Management is focused on accelerating nationwide growth, expanding its fleet offerings, and continuing to invest in technology, talent and strategic partnerships. The company plans to enter new markets, scale rental and leasing programs across key industries, and further enhance the customer experience through smarter, more flexible fleet solutions.

Help Wanted Ad
    Ameris Bank Equipment Finance

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The Career You Want Isn’t Assigned — It’s Built
By Ken Lubin, ZRG Partners, Managing Director

Too many people sit back waiting for someone to notice them — waiting for a promotion, recognition, or for a leader to finally “see their potential.” But the truth is simple: careers aren’t handed out. They’re built day by day through action, ownership, and initiative. High performers understand this. They don’t wait for permission or timing. They create their own momentum.

They volunteer for the hard work that others avoid because they know that’s where growth lives. They raise their hand for the messy, undefined projects that require problem-solving and leadership. They take ownership before they’re asked, not because it’s in their job description, but because stepping up is how you gain the experience that moves you forward. This mindset separates the people who advance from the ones who remain stuck.

Your next role won’t come from sitting still or hoping someone pays attention. It won’t come from playing it safe or doing only what’s required. It will come from showing up as the person who already operates at the next level. When you take on challenges, push beyond your comfort zone, and consistently deliver, you build a reputation that can’t be ignored.

If you want a bigger career, start acting like the leader you want to become. Let your work reflect the standards you expect for yourself. Let your actions speak louder than your title. The career you want won’t be assigned — it will be built by the way you choose to show up every single day.

Ken Lubin
Managing Director
ZRG Partners, LLC
Americas I EMEA I Asia Pacific
C: 508-733-4789
klubin@zrgpartners.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/klubin

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2026 Major Finance/Leasing Conferences


Fontainebleau, Miami, Florida

 

February 10-11, SF Net’s Asset-Based
     Capital Conference 2026 Encore
at the Wynn, Las Vegas, Nevada
https://www.sfnet.com/home/events/event-detail/2026/02/10/default-calendar/sfnets-asset-based-capital-conference-2026

February 12, DeBanked
Biggest Show – You won’t want to miss!
    Fontainebleau, Miami, Florida
https://www.debankedmiami.com/page/5137529/registration

March 4, National Vehicle Leasing Association
    Nashville, Tennessee
https://www.nvla.org/page/2026Conference

Attorney Sloan Schickler, Schickler & Schickler will be presenting a legal update for 2026 and moderating a panel on e-signatures and electronic vaulting.

March 4-6, Funders Forum/Broker Expo
    Hollywood, Florida. Tee Off Funders Forum 2026
    Dan Marino Guest Speaker
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/---Networking-Starts-Here---Kick-Off-Funders-Forum-at-the-RBFC-Golf-Tournament-.html?soid=1133130637774&aid=jJMUS1-TyJY

Bob Rodi, Member at Franchise Loans Direct, will Cover the Forum for Leasing News Readers; his second time Attending.

March 30-April 1, NEFA Spring Conference    Huntington
https://www.nefassociation.org/event/2026-spring-conference/ Beach, California

Don Cosenza, CLFP,  Senior Vice President, Maxim  Commercial Capital, will cover the conference for Leasing News readers.

April 14-16, ELFA National Funding Conference
    Chicago, Illinois
Online scheduling coming in late January, 2026

Randy Haug, LTi Technology Solutions, will be covering the conference for Leasing News readers.

May 5–May 7, American Association of Commercial  Finance Brokers
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, Disney Springs, Orlando, Florida
https://members.aacfb.org/Conference

Leasing News coverage by Vicki Shimkus, CLFP, Finance, Brokers Relationship Manager, Ameris Bank Equipment. 

October 21-23, AACFB Commercial Financing Expo
Hilton Irvine, Irvine, California
https://community.aacfb.org/events/event-description?CalendarEventKey=068b9817-3c58-4aaf-b21d-01999b13a2e4&Home=%2fevents%2fcalendar

October 25–27, ELFA Annual Conference,
Palm Desert, California 
Online Scheduling Coming later.

Randy Haug, LTi Technology Solutions, will be covering the conference gore Leasing News readers.

November 11–13, SF Net, 81st Annual Convention 
Marriott Hotel. Los Angeles, California
https://www.sfnet.com/home/events/event-detil/2025/11/11/default-calendar/sfnets-81st-annual-convention

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PEAC Solutions Finalizes First U.S. Securitization Transaction of 2026

 MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY –  – PEAC Solutions is pleased to announce the successful closing of its first Asset-Backed Securitization (ABS) transaction of 2026 on January 28, 2026. This marks the fifth securitization under the PEAC platform and the first to include collateral originating from its recently acquired businesses, PEAC US Capital, Inc., and PEAC Public Sector, Inc. These entities are trusted partners to the IT industry, providing vendor financing to government and commercial customers.

PEAC Solutions Receivables 2026-1 LLC (PEAC 2026-1) issued notes totaling $680.8 million, backed by leases and loans primarily secured by office equipment, commercial and industrial assets, and medical equipment.

Mathew Petrick, Chief Financial Officer of PEAC Solutions, commented, “I continue to be both appreciative and impressed by the level of interest in the PEAC securitization platform and our expansion into new verticals and product offerings.

“The strong reception for our new receivables provides meaningful momentum for future transactions. As we introduce new programs to the platform, the continued support from our core investors, along with the addition of new investors, underscores the strength of our governance and execution.”

Investor demand for the transaction was robust and significantly oversubscribed, driven by continued support from longstanding investors and participation from several new entrants to the PEAC securitization platform. The transaction received top-tier ratings of F1+ / AAA and K1+ / AAA from Fitch and KBRA, reflecting the high quality of the underlying assets and PEAC Solutions’ disciplined, risk-aware approach to financial management.

PEAC Solutions continues to expand its presence in the securitization market, leveraging its growing portfolio and strategic partnerships to support long-term growth, enhance liquidity, and deliver innovative financing solutions to its customers.

About PEAC Solutions
PEAC Solutions is a leading multinational asset finance platform specializing in providing innovative financing solutions to equipment manufacturers, distributors, and dealers across a broad range of industries and asset classes.

With a strong focus on customer service, PEAC Solutions offers lease and loan products that help businesses access the equipment and technology needed to drive productivity and growth. Operating across North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom, PEAC Solutions delivers tailored financial solutions through a robust global network.

PEAC Solutions is a trademark of Marlin Leasing Corporation. For more information, visit PEACSolutions.com. NMLS# 2227023

https://peacsolutions.com/

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Funders Looking for Broker Business
to update or change: kitmenkin@leawsingnews.org

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We encourage companies who are listed to contact us for any change or addition they would like to make. We encourage adding further information as an "attachment" or clarification of what they have to offer would be helpful to readers.

Please send company name, contact/email or telephone number as well as a URL to attach or description List.

Alphabetical list - click on company name to view more details

1st Enterprise Bank Leasing 360 Equipment Finance Balboa Capital Corp. Bankers Capital Baystone Government Finance/ KS StateBank Blue Bridge Financial Boston Financial & Equity Corp. BSB Leasing, Inc. Calfund, LLC Celtic Bank

C.H. Brown Company Clicklease Dakota Financial Dedicated Funding Dext Capital First Federal Leasing First Midwest Equipment Finance Co. Financial Pacific Leasing Forum Financial Services, Inc. Gonor Funding Global Financial & Leasing Services, LLC

International Financial Services Corporation Maxim Commercial Capital, LLC Navitas Credit Corp. NewLane Finance NFS Leasing, Inc North Mill Equipment Finance Quality Equipment Finance SLIM Capital, LLC Targeted Funding Co., LLC TEAM Funding Solutions TimePayment

News Briefs

Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety.
    Here are the biggest recent cuts
https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/layoffs-piling-heightening-worker-anxiety-biggest-job-cuts-129641271 

Trade deficit soared 94% in November and was higher
    than a year ago, despite tariff efforts
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/29/trade-balance-soared-94percent-in-november-and-was-higher-than-a-year-ago-despite-tariff-efforts.html

Red Robin, Wendy's to Close Many Locations
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/restaurant-chains-plan-close-locations-191450501.html

Chevron CEO Says It’s Too Early
   to Determine Venezuela Outlook
https://www.wsj.com/business/earnings/exxon-chevron-post-slimmest-annual-profits-since-2021-b9b2e7aa?mod=business_feat3_earnings_pos1

High-Speed Internet Boom Hits Low-Tech Snag:
   a Labor Shortage
https://www.wsj.com/business/telecom/high-speed-internet-boom-hits-low-tech-snag-a-labor-shortage-9c92b514?mod=business_lead_pos5

Judge ordered 5-year-old released,
    but data shows ICE has been detaining more kids
https://www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/2026/02/01/trump-immigration-children-families-detention/

 

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Wall Street Journal states "Unsecured creditors say Onset Financial worked with founder Patrick James’s brother on financing deals returning 300%." 

First Brands Creditors Allege Utah Financier Paid Kicks for 'Usurious Deals'
https://www.wsj.com/articles/first-brands-creditors-allege-utah-financier-paid-kickbacks-for-usurious-deals-0c3597c9

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Sports Briefs

In the shadow of the Super Bowl,
   Great America slowly dies
https://www.sfgate.com/travel/article/super-bowl-great-america-21316236.php

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California News Briefs

Hollywood has already faced steep job cuts.
   The Warner deal could make it worse
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2025-12-10/netflix-paramount-warner-bros-deal-layoffs-what-to-know

San Jose eyes thousands of new homes after
   new housing policy, incentive changes
https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/01/28/san-jose-eyes-thousands-of-new-homes-after-new-housing-policy-incentive-changes/

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Gimme that Wine

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJnQoi8DSE8

Wine column: How to spend 24 hours
     in Paso Robles, California
https://pasoroblesdailynews.com/wine-column-how-to-spend-24-hours-in-paso-robles/217765/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wine-column-how-to-spend-24-hours-in-paso-robles

Senator Laird Introduces SB 917 to Help Small Wineries
     Sell Wine and Offer Tastings at Farmers Markets
https://sd17.senate.ca.gov/news/senator-laird-introduces-sb-917-help-small-wineries-sell-wine-and-offer-tastings-farmers

California wine business confronts hard truth
    of supply and demand
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2026/01/29/california-wine-demand-supply-forecast-unified-symposium/

5 Moments From Wine’s Biggest Conference
    And What They Mean For You, the Consumer
https://www.forbes.com/sites/devinparr/2026/01/30/5-moments-from-wines-biggest-conference-every-wine-drinker-should-know-about/

After leaving California, one of the country’s largest
     alcohol distributors is in shambles
https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/wine/article/rndc-republic-national-distributing-co-21304938.php