New Hires/Promotions in the Leasing Business
and Related Industries

Bryan Mernaugh was hired as Business Development Manager, Sentry, Watertown, South Dakota, where he is also located. Previously, he was Sales Specialist, Iron Valley Equipment (July, 2025 - October, 2025); Sales Specialist, Personal Triangle (May, 2024 - June, 2025) President, LiftGator Liftgates ( March, 2023 - May, 2024); Business Development Specialist, Persona Sings, LLC
(August, 2022 - March, 2023), Full Bio:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mernaugh/details/experience/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mernaugh/

Charles Wolk was promoted to Director of Residual Values & Solutions, Hewlett Packed Enterprise, New York City Metropolitan Area. He is located in Danville, New Jersey. He joined as Residual Value Manager, December, 2013, promoted Global Residual Value Manager (June, 2017 - November, 2015). Previously, he was at Atlas Copco, Vice President/General Manager, North America (September, 20059- 2013), Operations Manager (January, 2005 - September, 2006). Prior, he was Portfolio
Manager, Hewlett Packard Financial Services (2000 - 2006).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwolk/

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Maxim Joins with Footnotes Funders Taking
"New Brokers" with Five Not Requiring
Brokers be Licensed

BSB Leasing
Bankers Capital
C.H. Brown Company
Forum Financial Services
Leasing Solutions
Maxim Commercial Capital
TimePayment

The following “funders” have informed Leasing News they will consider business from “new” third party originators.  Many companies require a certain length of time in business and other requirements, such as a specific volume of business.  These “funders” will consider submissions from those new in the leasing and finance business:

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Now is the Time for the December Push
By Scott Wheeler, CLFP

As we enter the final stretch of 2025, urgency is visible across the commercial equipment finance and leasing landscape. Originators, vendors, and end-users are all racing to close transactions before year-end. The pace is intense, the stakes are high, and the window is narrowing—but the opportunity is still very real.

Most originators are on track for a record-breaking year, but the work isn’t done. Now is the time to lean in, sharpen your focus, and capture what’s still in play. Here are a few reminders to guide your final sprint:

• Expect the unexpected. Transactions that seemed lost may resurface as approval conditions shift. Stay alert and responsive.
• Don’t apologize for market changes. A new equilibrium is forming. Be the guide your vendors and clients need to navigate it with confidence.
• Fight for quality. The best deals deserve your full attention. Structure, value, and service are your differentiators—use them.
• Think beyond December. A strong close to 2025 is vital, but prospecting now sets the stage for an even stronger 2026.
• Stay vigilant. Fraud risk doesn’t take holidays. Keep your guard up.
• Own your expertise. Enjoy the process. Flaunt your knowledge. You’ve earned it.

The finish line is in sight—but so is the starting line for next year. Let’s close with purpose and open with momentum.

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 

Wheeler Business Consulting is working with individual originators and sales teams throughout the industry to ensure that they are well positioned in the market, capturing their fair share of business, and outperforming the competition. To schedule a one-on-one meeting contact Scott Wheeler at: scott@wheelerbusinessconsulting.com

Help Wanted Ad
    Ameris Bank Equipment Finance

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What is No Longer Relevant in My Resume?”
Career Crossroads---By Emily Fitzpatrick/RII

This is the time to close your sales, not just for year-end and increased earnings, but to plan your resume and think about whether you will need to put together a new one.

The purpose of any resume is for an employer to screen applicants with the goal of having a handful of candidates to move forward in the interview process.  In general, you will want to keep your resume focused on skills and qualifications. 

Today there are video reviews, AI procedures, and the time for long paragraphs is out of date.

No Embellished language: stick to specifics and facts.

Space fillers, e.g. “References Available.”

According to a CareerBuilder survey, here’s what employers want to see on a resume:

1. Customized for their open position: 61%
2. Accompanied by a cover letter: 49%
3. Addressed to the hiring manager or recruiter by name: 26%
4. Links to the applicant’s online portfolio or LinkedIn bio: 21%

The real key is to listen, more than to just talk.

I also suggest you practice with your recruiter or someone where you will have a good time. It is good to close a sale as well as present yourself for a promotion to a new position.

Emily P Fitzpatrick
Senior Executive Recruiter Career Consultant
Career Columnist
Recruiters
International, Inc.
(RII)*
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Phone: 954-885-9241
Mobile: 954-612-0567
Email: emily@riirecruit.com
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RIIINFO https://twitter.com/RIIInfo

 

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Top Ten Most Read by Readers
October 12 - October 14

(1) New Hires/Promotions in the Leasing Business
    and Related Industries
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Nov2025/11_14.htm#hires

(2) For The First Time Ever Help Wanted Ad
    Among the Top Ten Most Read
https://leasingnews.org/items/ameris_ef_logo112025.png

(3) New Hires/Promotions in the Leasing Business
    and Related Industries
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Nov2025/11_12.htm#hires

(4) Funders Taking "New" Broker Business
    Five Do Not Require that Brokers Be Licensed
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Nov2025/11_12.htm#taking

(5) Roglieri pleads guilty to federal charges
    in massive loan scheme
https://wnyt.com/top-stories/queensbury-man-pleads-guilty-in-financial-fraud-involving-his-loan-company/

(6) Talent Exists in the Finance and Leasing Business
    By Scott Wheeler. CLFP
      Part 2
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Nov2025/11_14.htm#talent

(7) NEFA Raises $37,750 for CWEF and
    Can-Do Canines
      at Fall Conference Charity Event
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Nov2025/11_12.htm#nefa

(8) The Luxury Electric Vehicle Is in Trouble
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/business/luxury-electric-vehicle       s.html

(9) B2B Finance Expo 2025 Recap
    deBanked Staff
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Nov2025/11_14.htm#b2b

(10)   Talent Exists in the Finance and Leasing Business
    By Scott Wheeler. CLFP
      Part 1
https://leasingnews.org/archives/Nov2025/11_12.htm#talent

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FreightCar America 3Q25: 42% Revenue Growth
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The school bus driver shortage has improved slightly
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Justice Department struggles as thousands exit
    — and few are replaced
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Bitcoin falls below $95,000 amid tech sell-off,
   bounces off lows on Friday
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/14/bitcoin-falls-below-95000-as-four-day-rout-picks-up-steam-.html

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Sports Briefs---

Instant analysis of 49ers’ 41-22 rout of Arizona Cardinals
    in Brock Purdy’s return
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 Full Versiono By Dieter Kurtenbach | dkurtenbach@bayareanewsgroup.com | Bay Area News Group
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California News Briefs---

Thousands turn out for opening of California's
    new mega casino
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S.F. federal drug cases plummeted under Trump  
      administration, data shows
https://www.sfchronicle.com/crime/article/federal-drug-dealer-prosecution-21129613.php

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Gimme that Wine

 

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

2025 Napa Valley Press Conference:
 "A Vintage Worth Waiting For,
    Where Patience Was Rewarded"
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/310601

Barefoot Wins Wine Enthusiast's Top Honor:  
    2025 American Winery of the Year
     The Iconic Brand Celebrates 60 Years
of Uniting Wine Lovers and Demystifying the Category
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/310572

Sonoma County winegrowers struggle with unsold grapes
   as vines are pulled statewide
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2025/11/10/sonoma-county-winegrowers-face-grape-glut-as-vines-pulled-statewide/

416-year-old grapevine in Tibet is officially
    the oldest in the world
https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2025/11/11/Guinness-World-Records-Tibet-grapevine/5031762871976/