Complaints About Dallin Hawkins Keep Coming
By Ken Greene, Leasing News Chief Legal Editor, Emeritus

Dallin Brad Hawkins Mugshots

A couple of weeks ago, I received an email from a gentlemen by the name of Colin Durward.

Mr. Durward’s email stated:
“Hi Ken, My name is Colin Durward, a former victim of Dallin Hawkins back in 2013, where Dallin took me for $50,000 USD, With the help back then of Kit Menkin, he plastered Dallin over his Leasing News along with the others that fell victim to Dallin. After all these years , I just stumbled across your current article,  "The Unfortunate Tale of Dallin Hawkins.

“ I Have to say it was quite a relief reading that after all this time this piece of shit of a human is finally locked up in the Crowbar hotel ( State Pen).

“Anyhow, just wanted to reach out and thank you for keeping the world up to date on this assshole Dallin Hawkins, albeit I never did receive my $50,000 back, It's definitely satisfying reading your article.”

Best regards,
Colin Durward
SanTan Industries Inc.

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For those of you who don’t remember the saga of Mr. Hawkins, Leasing News reported back in August, 2024,  that he was another unfortunate example, similar to Kris Roglieri, of just how far the mighty can fall. Mr. Hawkins was involved with several companies, including Envision Capital Group, Mazuma Capital Group, and Integrity Financial Group (yes, ironic, but not to be confused with other companies named “Integrity”). His current association is with the Utah Department of Corrections, CUCF Boulder, where has been incarcerated since April 17, 2024, and where, according to the Utah DOC website, he remains as Offender No. 215741.

Mr. Dawkins’ convictions include wrongful appropriation in connection with a financing agreement, reckless endangerment (a Class A felony), felony tampering with a witness, and more. These crimes, which date back to 2012,  certainly paint a portrait of a dangerous and troubles man.

I found it quite interesting to receive Mr. Durward’s email. It reminded me that people who are ripped off never forget and rarely forgive. Assuming Mr. Durward’s claims are true, they certainly left a scar.

Complaints from the Past, a lot of Dallin Hawkins
List of Complaints on Dallin Hawkins
https://leasingnews.org/bulletin_board.htm

 
Ken Greene   
Law Office of Kenneth Charles Greene
5743 Corsa Avenue, Suite 208
Westlake Village, California 91362
Tel: 818.575.9095
Fax: 805.435.7464
ken@kengreenelaw.com
www.kengreenelaw.com

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New Hires/Promotions in the Leasing Business
and Related Industries

Peter Austin was hired as Senior Business Development Manager, Major Accounts, NewLane Finance, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  He is located in Greater Philadelphia. Previously, he was Co-Owner, The Exercise Coach (January, 2019 - Present); Global Account Manager & Vice President, Siemens (February, 2006 - April, 2025); General Manager, Aston Green Ltd. (February, 2003 - December, 2005); Head of Sales & Marketing, BDO, Hayward (2001- 2002).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-austin-38142514/

Alex Bigott was hired as Credit Manager, Allstate Peterbilt Group,  He is located in Greater Minneapolis, St. Paul Area. Previously, he was Account Manager, NEC Financial Services (October, 2024 - April, 2005) He joined Commercial Credit Group, Inc. as Credit Analyst, May, 2016, promoted Credit Manager, September, 2018, promoted Regional Sales Manager (April, 2021 - May, 2024); Credit Analyst, Engs Commercial Finance Co. (September, 2013); Universal Banker (December, 2011 - Jun, 2013).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-bigott-49452a20/

Kane Fossell was promoted to Business Development Specialist Lead, Western Equipment Finance, Devils Lake, North Dakota.  He is located in Marshall, Minnesota. He joined Western Equipment Finance as Business Development Specialist Lead (May, 2025 - June, 2025). Previously, he was Safety Specialist, Schwab's Company (August, 2019 - December, 2021).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kane-fossell-bab30a208

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Dext Capital Announces Record-Breaking Start to 2025
After Monday exceeding $2 Billion in Originations

Dext Capital is reporting significant momentum in the first four months of 2025, highlighted by the closing of a nearly $20 million financing with an emerging AI company. The transaction further demonstrates Dext’s ability to deliver innovative capital solutions to high-growth companies and private equity sponsors, solidifying its role as a trusted partner for large, complex deals in addition to its core smaller ticket flow vendor partnerships

This landmark transaction contributed to a strong first quarter, where Dext achieved four straight months of originations exceeding plan, resulting in a nearly 100% year-over-year increase thus far in 2025. All sales channels reported notable growth, and early indicators suggest continued acceleration into the second half of the year.

Lou Altobelli, Chief Sales Officer at Dext Capital, explained, “Our strong start to 2025 is a reflection of our team's focus and the confidence our partners continue to place in us,” said Lou Altobelli.
“We’ve prioritized scalability, responsiveness, and depth of offering—and that’s resonating. We’re excited to build on this momentum.”

To support the company’s continued growth trajectory and key partners, Dext expanded its team across departments, including the strategic hire of John Heist to strengthen its syndication platform—underscoring a commitment to enhancing execution and broadening access to capital. Dext also launched its Prime pricing initiative for investment grade rated borrowers in April, with early adoption and positive feedback across key partners. 

** About Dext Capital **
Dext Capital is a leading provider of equipment financing solutions, committed to supporting businesses across various industries. With a focus on innovation, expertise, and personalized service, Dext Capital empowers its clients to acquire the equipment they need to succeed and grow. As the company expands into new industries, it remains dedicated to its core values of integrity, excellence, and customer satisfaction

For more information on Dext Capital and its new Dext Wheels Channel, please visit https://dextcapital.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dext-capital/posts/?feedView=all
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dextcapital/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dextcapital

(1) Dext Capital Surpasses $2 Billion in Originations
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Jun2025/06_02.htm#dext any

Balboa Capital Available Position
Program Manager II- Equipment Broker Sales

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Prospect Smarter:
Take Control of Your Results
By Scott Wheeler, CLFP

In the commercial equipment finance and leasing industry, consistent growth comes from consistent smart prospecting. If your results aren’t where they should be, it is time to refocus your efforts with strategy and discipline.

What Does It Mean to Prospect Smartly?

• Pursue vendors you can actually win. Don’t waste cycles on accounts that are not a true fit. Identify and approach vendors and end-users that are primed for the kind of service and solutions you provide.

• Align with your funding capabilities. Focus your efforts on business that fits within your current credit box. Efficiency begins with working inside your strengths.

• Have a marketing plan—and execute it daily. Success follows structure. Prospecting without a plan is gambling. Set your goals, define your activities, and hold yourself accountable every day.

• Define your perfect client. Be laser-focused. Know what an ideal customer looks like and pursue those opportunities relentlessly.

• Aim for 90/90. Strive for 90% approval and 90% funding ratios. Say no to inefficiencies. Every unqualified deal drains your time and focus.

• Highlight your best. Stop talking about your lowest common denominator. Talk about your strongest, most successful transactions. The deals you highlight are the ones you’ll attract more of.

• Lead with expertise and confidence. You are not just selling financing—you are selling you. Your knowledge, your experience, and your commitment to excellence should set you apart. Act like it’s a privilege to work with you—because it is.

• Believe in what you offer. When you believe in your product, your team, and your process, your confidence becomes contagious. Vendors and end-users can feel that energy.

• Don’t commoditize your offering. No one else has you. Your personality, your follow-up, your integrity, and your hustle are part of the value.

• The market needs you. There are vendors and end-users right now who need your solutions—but they don’t know it unless you contact them. So do not wait. Engage. Educate. Execute.

To Order Book from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Call-Action-Commercial-Equipment-Professionals/dp/1508750378

Scott A. Wheeler, CLFP
Wheeler Business Consulting
1314 Marquis Ct.
Fallston, Maryland 21047
Phone: 410 877 0428
Fax: 410 877 8161

Email: scott@wheelerbusinessconsulting.com
Web: www.wheelerbusinessconsulting.com

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Key Takeaways

• The fastest growing job sector is Health Care & Social Assistance, which added nearly 193,000 jobs over the 3-month period
• Most sectors added jobs between Feb to April 2025, with the exception of Information (e.g. publishing & media)

Despite the economic uncertainty of 2025, America’s job market has shown resilience, adding 464,800 jobs (net) between February to April.

Full story: https://www.visualcapitalist.com/ranked-americas-fastest-growing-job-sectors-in-2025/

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U.S. Goods Imports Drop in April After
 Pre-Tariff Spike U.S. Trade

U.S. goods imports fell by almost 20 percent in April, as many of the sweeping tariffs announced by the Trump administration came into effect. Consumer goods and industrial supplies were most affected by the expected trade slowdown, as imports dropped 32 percent and 31 percent compared to March levels, respectively.

While this sounds like a drastic reaction to the new high-tariff environment, a closer look at the numbers reveals that trade activity wasn’t as low as the percentage declines suggest. Tariff frontloading resulted in record high goods imports in the months leading up to Trump’s “Liberation Day” announcements, which is why month-over-month growth rates need to be taken with a grain of salt.

Take consumer goods for example: According to the Census Bureau’s advance estimate, the U.S. imported consumer goods worth $69.6 billion in April. While that’s a shocking 32-percent decline from March at first glance, it’s also a 5-percent increase compared to April 2024. The same is true for overall goods imports, which are down 20 percent from inflated March levels but up three percent from April 2024.

The one category that saw a significant year-over-year decline in imports was vehicles with imports of vehicles dropping 19 percent compared to April 2024.

 Interestingly, there was no pre-tariff bump in vehicle imports, indicating that the 25-percent tariff on vehicles not assembled in the U.S. that was announced on March 26 wasn't anticipated or that it was simply impossible for companies to expedite shipments to the U.S. in order to avoid the ariffs.

By Felix Richter, Statista

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Bakersfield girl who faced deportation and loss of
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New Synchrony Study Finds Nearly 8 out of 10 Pet Owners
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The A's seem completely fed up with
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Gimme that Wine

 

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

15 outstanding local wineries we return
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Bulk Inventories Soar to Record Highs
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June 2025 Digital Edition Wine Business Monthly
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Despite Sales and Marketing Uptick,
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