ELFA appoints Nathan Gibbons as 2027 Board Chair

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) has appointed Nathan Gibbons, CLFP, Chief Experience Officer at QuickFi, as its 2027 Board Chair, alongside the election of a new slate of officers and directors.

Gibbons succeeds Deb Baker, VP, Global Payment Solutions at HP Inc., who will serve as Immediate Past Chair. Kirk Phillips, President and CEO of Wintrust Asset Finance, has been named Chair-Elect.

The appointments were recommended by ELFA’s Nominating Committee and approved by a vote of the association’s membership.

Gibbons brings extensive experience in equipment finance, technology and industry leadership to the role. As Chief Experience Officer and co-founder of QuickFi by Innovation Finance, he oversees the company’s strategy for improving the customer experience through technology.

Previously, he held senior positions at First American Equipment Finance, including Vice President of Operations and Head of Learning and Professional Development.

He has also been actively involved in ELFA, serving on its Board of Directors and several committees, including the Bank Business Council Steering Committee, Small Ticket Business Council Steering Committee and Emerging Talent Advisory Council, which he chaired.

Gibbons previously served as President of the Certified Lease and Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation.

Commenting on his appointment, Gibbons highlighted the opportunities emerging from technological advances and changing customer expectations across the equipment finance industry.

“We’re entering a new era of secured lending facilitated by rapidly advancing technology and evolving customer expectations,” he said.

“This presents exciting opportunities to seize new market growth and enhance customer offerings. My goal as Chair is to empower our members with the tools, insights, and advocacy they need to excel during this historic time.”

Gibbons added that he looked forward to working with ELFA’s Board and leadership team to advance the association’s strategic priorities.

James Cress, Acting President and CEO of ELFA, welcomed the appointment, highlighting Gibbons’ longstanding contribution to the industry.

“Nate’s collaborative spirit, deep consideration for our members’ needs, and active engagement across the equipment finance community reflect his enduring commitment to our shared progress.

“I look forward to partnering closely with Nate and our Board of Directors to continue providing strong advocacy, essential programs, and steady support for our member companies.”

ELFA also announced seven newly elected members of its 2027 Board of Directors:

Peter Bullen, Executive Vice President and Group Head, Key Equipment Finance
Quentin Cote, CLFP, Managing Director, Commercial, Concord
Kristian Dolan, CLFP, CEO, Northteq
Tina Eickhoff, CLFP, Senior Vice President and Head of Equipment Finance, U.S. Bank
Matt LeSage, Head of Vendor Finance, Wells Fargo Commercial Banking
Eric Miller, President and CEO, Ansley Park Capital
Wayne I. Super, Vice President, Finance, Cisco Capital

Neal Garnett has been elected First Vice Chair, while Jeffry Elliott, CLFP, will serve as Second Vice Chair.

Peter Bullen will also take on the role of Treasurer, with Daryl Muller, ELFA’s Chief Operating Officer and Corporate Secretary, continuing as Secretary.

The new leadership team will oversee ELFA’s activities during 2027, supporting its work in industry advocacy, professional development and member engagement as the equipment finance sector responds to evolving market conditions and technological change.