NEFA Rising Professionals

The Rising Professionals Committee is committed to empowering and inspiring the next generation (under 5 years of industry experience or under age 40) of leaders in the equipment finance industry. By fostering meaningful connections, with access to educational resources, and promoting mentorship, we create a supportive community where young professionals can thrive. Our mission is to drive innovation, cultivate leadership, and ensure the continued success and evolution of the equipment finance industry through collaboration, engagement, and professional development.

NEFA Rising Professionals Committee

Cory Simmons

CSG Law

Vice Chair

Cydney Ardis

LTi Technologies

Joey Borges, CLFP

North Mill Equipment Finance, LLC

Ron Elwood, CLFP

Navitas Credit Corp.

Cole Farmer, CLFP

Consult Disrupt

Cody Fast

Great American Insurance Group

Chris Frans, CLFP

Epic Finance

Kirsten Hawkins

SCJ Commercial Financial Services

Cory Krogen, CLFP

CHANNEL

Aaron Massie, CLFP

Beacon Funding

Connor Means, CLFP

MAZO Capital Solutions

Mitch Schmit

Sandhills Global