Commerce Bank announced the appointment of Steve Olson as Vice President of Aviation Lending. Led by Sales Manager Sean Patrick, Olson will be tasked with helping Commerce Bank expand its specialty aviation business segment dedicated to supporting clients with the specialized solutions required to meet the needs of this unique asset.
 
“I am excited to join the Commerce Bank Equipment Finance Team,” said Olson. “I have known and admired Sean and Commerce Bank as an industry peer over the years. The opportunity to work with Commerce Bank and all the members of this organization to grow our U.S. aviation lending presence is uplifting.”  
 
“Steve’s extensive equipment financing experience will be valuable assets to Commerce and the aviation vertical he serves throughout the region,” said Patrick. “I have the utmost confidence in Steve’s leadership and ability to deliver the highest level of quality banking services to our customers.”
 
Olson’s most recent experience includes serving as Vice President and Team for the Equipment Finance Aviation for Truist Financial Corporation. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington State University and is active within industry associations including National Aviation Finance Association, International Aviation Dealers Association and National Business Aviation Association.