ROCHESTER HILLS, MI, September 19, 2019 – Utica Equipment Finance, a leading provider of equipment-based term loans and leases to companies throughout North America, today announced that Byron Howell has joined the Company as Managing Director-Sales. He will be responsible for sourcing and developing client and referral source relationships throughout the United States.

“Byron is an accomplished sales and finance professional and an important part of our growth strategy,” said Ed Stolarski, co-founder and President of Utica Equipment Finance. “He brings established relationships with large equipment manufacturers and is well-respected in the industry. With his knowledge of the lending and equipment needs of small and middle market businesses and client service focus, we expect great contributions from him.”

Byron Howell brings more than 20 years of experience in direct sales, territory management, and building client relationships and has a stellar track record in initiating sales growth, consistently exceeding sales targets. Prior to joining Utica Equipment Finance, Byron served in several senior sales positions, most recently at Triumph Commercial Finance and Equify Financial. He has established relationships with equipment manufacturers such as Terex, Caterpillar, McCloskey and Hi-Vac and has a deep knowledge of the equipment finance industry. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Trinity College. Byron can be reached at (412) 651-4097 or by email at byron.howell@uticaequipmentfinance.com.